NURS 1005 - Certified Nursing Assistant (ALCS)

Institution:

Utah Tech University

Subject:

Nursing

Description:

Prepares students in the knowledge, skills, and responsibilities required for certification as a nursing assistant by the state of Utah. This course is designated as an Active Learning Community Service (ALCS) course. Students provide service in areas of public concern in a way that is mutually beneficial for both the student and community. **COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES (CLOs) At the successful conclusion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Express effective communication and interpersonal skills. 2. Identify infection control practices, 3. Illustrate the ability to recognize an emergency and identify components of Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR). 4. Identify restorative and rehabilitative nursing strategies that promote resident independence. 5. Identify and discuss legal and ethical concerns as they relate to healthcare and the geriatric population. 6. Identify basic nursing skills required in sub- acute setting, long-term care, individual's home, and hospital settings. 7. Demonstrate adequate concept comprehension to pass the Utah Certification knowledge exam. Corequisites: NURS 1007. Course fee required. FA, SP, SU

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture/Lab

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Institution Website:

www.utahtech.edu/

Phone Number:

(435) 652-7500

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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