NAC 108 - Nursing Assistant Practicum

3 CR

Previously HPRO 118.
Provides a total of 66 hours of supervised clinical instruction in both long term care and acute care settings. Either HPRO 118 or NAC 108 may be taken for credit, but not both.

Recommended: Current CPR card, submit a complete Immunization Status form for BC healthcare students, WA state background check, and ability to safely lift 50 lbs.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor and NAC 107. May be concurrently enrolled in NAC 107.

Course Outcomes
Use principles of infection control. Recognize and report normal and abnormal assessment data. Use communication techniques that facilitate interactions among client, family, and health care team. Accurately record pertinent data such as vital signs and weights according to agency policies. Provide a safe and comfortable environment for the client or resident. Use correct techniques in performance of specific skills required for certification examination.

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