Theory and content integrating basic nursing concepts and skills in order to provide safe and competent patient care in a long term care setting. Core components include communication and interpersonal skills, infection control, safety and emergency procedures, promoting patient independence, patient/resident rights, basic nursing skills, personal care skills, mental health and social service needs, care of the cognitively impaired and basic restorative services.
VOCN 23 - is a tech-enhanced course and requires the use of Canvas. Some coursework is completed on Canvas using an internet-enabled device. For more information about CityOnline go to /academics/online-learning/cityonline.
PREREQ: Certification of Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) approved by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross for Health Care Providers and complete immunization as required by the affiliated facility