Mission Statement:

The purpose of this program is to prepare students for employment as nursing assistant/nurse aides in nursing homes, or to provide supplemental training for persons previously, or currently employed in these occupations. Successful completion of the program prepares the student for certification and employment as a Nursing Assistant in a nursing home in accordance with Chapter 82-163, Florida Statutes.

NOTE: This Nursing Assistant program is the first segment of the Patient Care Assistant program at High Tech North.  The Nursing Assistant segment is combined with the required Health Core for all medical programs.    Also see Patient Care Assistant program.

Description:

The content includes, but is not limited to anatomy, moving and lifting, comfort and safety, communication and human relations, legal and ethical responsibilities, infection control, personal care and elimination, geriatric care, restorative activities, and employability skills.

Employment Outlook: Excellent. Program completers will have their choice of positions in many nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, areas hospitals, and ALF's (Assisted Living Facilities: extended care centers). Students completing the program will be eligible to take the Florida State Certification Exam.

For additional information contact the instructor, Kathleen D'Amico, at KathleenDA@LeeSchools.net