This unique combination of technology and medical skills will enable you to build a new professional career. Nurse's Assistant Train in preparation for the New York State certification exam. The program includes classroom training in the principles and practices of patient care and the role of the nurse assistant. Clinical experience in a long term health care setting is included. You will receive both classroom and clinical instruction in the areas of Geriatrics, Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical, Vocational Relationships, Mental Health, Pharmacology, Community Health, Growth and Development and Nursing Science.
Clinical experiences take place in various health care facilities.
This program is designed to assist the practicing LPN with the necessary knowledge and clinical skills to care for the acute or chronically ill respiratory patient requiring a ventilator. Review the respiratory system, gas exchange and skills for physical examination. A discussion of common respiratory ailments and disorders, treatment and nursing implications will be included with instruction for mechanical ventilation maintenance. This course covers adult learning theory and styles, course preparation, teaching techniques and the role of the instructor in adult community and continuing education. It is primarily designed for those who have a curriculum in mind and would like to learn how to deliver it in the most interesting and effective way to a variety of adult audiences.