Instructor:	Employment (2004)
Marianne Tilley	2,394,000 employees
mtilley@wactc.net
(724) 746-2890 ext. 159	Projected Growth (2004-2014)
	Faster than Average (21-35%)
Textbook:
Diversified Health Occupations, 6th Edition; Louise Simmers; 2004	Projected Need (2004-2014)
Nursing Assistant Care; Susan Alvare, Diane Dugan, & Jetta Fuzy; 2005	1,203,000 additional employees
Dean Vaughn Medical Terminology 350, 2nd Edition; Workbook & Videotape Series
Dean Vaughn Basic Human Anatomy, Workbook & Videotape Series, 1998	Required Supplies
Medical Assisting Administrative & Clinical Competencies, 5th Edition; Lucille Keir, Barbara Wise, & Connie Krebs; 2003	Blue Scrubs
	White Shoes
Wages and Trends:	Watch with Second Hand
Median Wages (2004)	Physical (Seniors)
$25.79 hourly	2-Step Mantoux Test (Seniors)
$53,640 annually	Stat Exam (Seniors)
	Lab Jacket (Optional)
	Criminal Clearance (Seniors)

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Course Objective

Students will receive curriculum in the classroom, lab, and clinical experience to be certified as a nursing assistant in Pennsylvania during their senior year.

Course Description

The course prepares students for careers in the health field.  Students are provided clinical experiences as a nursing assistant in long-term care facilities to enhance the learning experience and assist in the transition to employment.  Core curriculum includes the Nurse Aid Program with an Overview of Health Careers, Basic Anatomy and Physiology, Medical Terminology, Basic Nursing Procedures, Standard Precautions, Legal and Ethical Aspects of Health Care, and Communication Skills.  Students are also provided instruction to qualify them for certification in CPR and CNA.

Course Topics

Functioning as a member of the health care team
Care team members
Providing basic care needs
Understanding body systems and disorders
Performing nursing procedures
Meeting nutrition needs
Identify first aid concepts
Understanding life span development
Demonstrate knowledge and use of safety practice
Obtaining employment
Functioning as a health assistant

Cooperating Companies

Townview Health and Rehabilitation Center - Canonsburg, PA
Canonsburg Hospital – Canonsburg, PA

Specialized Shop Equipment

Hil Rom Electrical Bed
Mannequin with appropriate orifices

 Certifications

Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
First Aid
Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant (seniors)
PA Skills Certificate

 Articulation Agreements

California University of Pennsylvania – Health Technology
Community College of Allegheny County – Medical Assistant, Advanced
ICM School of Health & Business Careers – Health Information Technician; Medical
Assistant; Medical Assisting Management

Post-Secondary Training Options

California University of Pennsylvania – Bachelor of Science in Nursing Program
Community College of Allegheny County – Medical Assistant; Medical Laboratory
Technician; Medical Transcription; Registered Nurse
ICM School of Health & Business Careers – Medical Assisting Management; Medical
Office Administration; Occupational Therapy Assistant
Penn Commercial – Medical Assistant; Massage Therapy
Washington Hospital School of Nursing – Registered Nurse Program
Western Area CTC – Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Potential Careers

Nursing Assistant 
Registered Nurse
Physical Therapy Aide
Medical Office Secretary
Medical Assistant
Personal Care Assistant
Home Health Aide
Practical Nurse 
Massage Therapist

Health Assistant Skills

Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.
Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Service Orientation — Actively looking for ways to help people.
Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Writing — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

 

 

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