NUR 3240 - Nurse Aide I (Continuing Education)
This course includes basic nursing skills required to provide safe, competent personal care for individuals.
Emphasis is placed on person-centered care, the aging process, communication, safety/emergencies, infection prevention, legal and ethical issues, vital signs, height and weight measurements, elimination, nutrition, basic restorative care/rehabilitation, dementia, mental health and end-of-life care.
Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills and be eligible to test (NNAAP) for listing on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry. Once students become listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I, employment opportunities should be available in a variety of settings (hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, home health, doctors’ offices).
Advisor
Donna Conner
Nurse Aide Program Coordinator/Instructor
828.339.4459
800.447.4091, ext.4459
