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Nurse Assisting

Course Information

Subject

NUR

Course Number

110

Status

Active

Course Title

Nurse Assisting

Course Description

In this course, students will learn basic nursing skills to assist the older adult with bathing, grooming, eating, elimination, and moving. Students will also learn techniques for making beds, answering call lights, taking measurements such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, and performing other cares as directed by the licensed nurse. While performing all cares, students will learn how to incorporate communication and observational techniques, principles of infection control, safety precautions, and resident rights. In addition, students will gain an understanding of the role of the CNA as a member of the healthcare team along with the legal and ethical implications of the role. This course is approved by the Illinois Department of Public Health and prepares students to take the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA).

Minimum Credit Hours

7

Maximum Credit Hours

7

Total Completions Allowed for Credit

1

Lecture - Lab Hours

(6-3)

Requirements

Prerequisite: One of the following (or higher): TABE-10.0, CLC English Placement Test 480 or greater, or ELI Accuplacer-285; OR ELI 103 and 104 (B or better); OR ELI 108, ELI 110, or ENG 108 (all C or better); OR College Reading and Writing Readiness OR as outlined under agreements for programs with specific high school or employee partners AND 16 years or older. Course fee

PCS Code

1.2

Department(s)