Apr 24, 2024  
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Yakima Valley College Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

NRSE 100: Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC)

6 Cr
Quarters: F, W, S
This course consists of 60 theory hours covering the following content areas:  HIV/AIDS, bloodborn pathogens and basic technical nursing assistance skills.  It is designed to prepare students to demonstrate competencies in the following areas:  medical terminology computer literacy, mathematical principles, basic care skills, infection control, safety and emergency procedures.  Students practice effective communication (oral, reading, writing) and interpersonal skills, as well as workplace skills.  In addition, students will demonstrate understanding of rules and regulations pertaining to Washington State NAC requirements. 
Prerequisite: Successful concurrent enrollment of NRSE 101 .  Students must be eligible for ENGL 095  and MATH 050 .  In addition, all student must successfully pass a Washington State Patrol criminal history background check and drug screen.