Nursing Assistant

Spoon River College; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution offers a Nursing Assistant course aimed at preparing individuals for entry-level positions in healthcare. This program is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to provide basic care and support to patients, while also preparing them for the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency exam. With the growing demand for healthcare services, this course serves as a vital stepping stone into the nursing profession. Students will gain hands-on experience and knowledge essential for success in various healthcare settings. Join this rewarding program to embark on a fulfilling career in the health sciences!

Qualifications

• Must have completed at least eight years of grade school.
• A physical with immunizations is required prior to entry.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care and support to patients under supervision.
• Assist clients with grooming, feeding, and hygiene needs.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

8th grade education or equivalent

Job description

The Nursing Assistant course is designed to prepare individuals for entry-level positions in the health care field. The curriculum is based on Illinois Department of Public Health Curriculum and prepares the graduate to take the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency exam. The curriculum for this program has been developed to meet the licensing requirements for the state of Illinois. It has not been determined whether licensing requirements for any other state will be met.

Nature of Work

A certified nursing assistant (C.N.A.) provides basic care and support to patients while under the direction of a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse. Some of the basic care a CNA might perform includes assisting clients with grooming, feeding, hygiene, transferring, and emotional needs. CNAs primarily work in inpatient departments, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, home health, and rehabilitation/day care centers. Although becoming a nursing assistant is an entry-level position, it is a stepping stone to other healthcare professions. This program is part of the Health Science Career Cluster.

Employment of Nursing Assistants is expected to grow much faster than average in nursing care and home health care services in response to the long-term care needs of an increasing elderly population and the general growth of health care services.

Minimum Requirements

• Be able to speak and understand the English language.
• Must have completed at least eight years of grade school or provide proof of equivalent knowledge.
• A physical with immunizations, including a QuantiFERON (qft.) or two-step TB test, is required prior to entry into the program.
• A live scan fingerprint background check will be required after acceptance into the program.

Admission Process

• Schedule an appointment with a Student Services Department advisor and provide verification of an 8th grade education (e.g., transcripts).
• Register for the course. You are required to pay a minimum of 25% down upon registration of the course.
• Purchase all required textbooks and skills packet through the SRC bookstore, approximately 1-5 days before the first day of your course. Bring these textbooks and skills packet along with you to the first day of the course.