NA 101 - Fundamentals/Skills for Nursing Assistant

3 Total Credits
Students learn about the role of the nursing assistant in meeting the basic needs of the client, including legal
and ethical implications. Students will learn all of the skills necessary in the role of a nursing assistant to provide
for an optimal level of functioning to the client. Student will gain basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology
related to care given by nursing assistants. Student will learn to recognize and report abnormal signs and
symptoms of common diseases and conditions. Principles and skills of rehabilitation and restorative care are
discussed. Also included is a mock NACES written and skills exam

Course Outcomes

Describe the chain of infection and methods used by Nursing Assistants to prevent transmission of viruses and bacteria, including the standards of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Discuss the impact of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (OBRA) to the role of the Nursing Assistant.
Explain legal and ethical implications related to the role of the Nursing Assistant.
Describe the role of the Nursing Assistant.