Piedmont Virginia Community College

501 College Drive

Charlottesville, VA 22902

434.961.5239

jcollins@pcvcc.edu http://www.pvcc.edu/programs/nursing-

assistant

Accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, GA 30033-4097 404.679.4500

Approved by: Virginia State Board of Nursing Perimeter Center 9960 Mayland Drive, Suite 300 Richmond VA 23233-1463 804.367.4515

Accredited by:

2017-2018

Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate

ENROLLMENT REQUIREMENTS AND COURSE INFORMATION

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Disclaimer

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Nondiscrimination Statement

Piedmont Virginia Community College is an equal opportunity institution providing educational and employment opportunities, programs, services, and activities. PVCC does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, family medical history or genetic information, military service, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, or any other non-merit base factor. The College also prohibits sexual harassment including sexual violence or misconduct. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding any of these policies: Human Resources Manager, 501 College Dr., Main Building, Room M810, Charlottesville, VA 22902; 434.961.6567.

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Introduction

The PVCC Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate prepares successful completers to successfully function in the role of an entry-level nurse aide under the supervision of a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse or physician in structured settings, providing direct care to clients with common health problems that have predictable outcomes. The purpose of the Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate is to educate individuals who are concerned with basic therapeutic, rehabilitative and preventative care for people of all ages and diverse cultures in various stages of dependency.

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Essential Functions and Standards for Successful Performance

To successfully complete the classroom and clinical components of the program, the nursing student must, either independently or with reasonable accommodation, be able to perform all of the following essential standards and functions of a practical nurse. Students who are unable to meet these standards are not eligible for admission to the program. 1. Speech: Establish interpersonal rapport and communicate verbally and in writing with

clients, physicians, peers, family members and the health-care team from a variety of social, emotional, cultural and intellectual backgrounds.

2. Hearing and Comprehension: Auditory acuity sufficient to respond to verbal

instruction, perceive and interpret various equipment signals, use the telephone, understand and respond appropriately to verbal directions and hear faint body sounds.

3. Vision: Visual acuity sufficient to identify and distinguish colors, read handwritten

orders and any other handwritten or printed data such as medication records or scales, chart data and provide for the safety of clients' condition by clearly viewing monitors and other equipment in order to correctly interpret data.

4. Mobility: Stand and/or walk eight hours daily in the clinical setting. Bend, squat or

kneel. Assist in lifting or moving clients of all age groups and weights. Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (move around client to manually compress chest and ventilate). Work with arms fully extended overhead. Lift 50 pounds independently and 125 pounds with assistance.

5. Manual Dexterity: Demonstrate eye/hand coordination sufficient to manipulate

equipment (syringes, infusion pumps, life support systems).

6. Fine Motor Ability: Ability to use hands for grasping, pushing, pulling and fine manipulation. Have tactile ability sufficient for physical assessment and manipulation of equipment.

7. Mentation: Ability to remain focused on multiple details and tasks for at least an eight-

hour period of time. Assimilate and apply knowledge acquired through lectures, discussions and readings.

8. Smell: Olfactory ability sufficient to monitor and assess health needs.

9. Writing: Ability to organize thoughts and present them clearly and logically in writing.

10. Reading: Ability to read and understand written directions, instructions and comments

in both classroom and clinical settings.

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Program Behavior Expectations

PVCC reserves the right to refuse enrollment to students if such refusal is considered to be in the best interest of the Nursing Assistant program. Any student who has been dismissed from another college or program due to misconduct or threatening behavior, or who has been determined to be a potential threat will not be permitted to participate in the course. Students may be denied admission to the course if there is sufficient reason to believe that they present a danger to themselves, other members of the college community or clients in the clinical setting.

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Learning Outcomes: Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate In addition to preparing graduates to take the nurse aide certification exam, the Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate provides additional instruction to prepare the graduate to function under the supervision of a licensed practical nurse, registered nurse or physician as an entry-level nurse aide in a variety of inpatient and outpatient care settings such as long term care facilities, physician offices, clinics and home settings. Upon successful completion of the Nursing Assistant CSC the graduate will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to become a certified nurse aide. 2. Demonstrate understanding of commonly used medical terminology. 3. Demonstrate ability to communicate using a variety of computer skills. 4. Demonstrate knowledge and skills to become certified by the American Heart

Association to perform first aid and CPR. 5. Describe how nutrition and diet therapy play a role in and individual’s overall

health. 6. Describe the use of basic health care ethical principles in a variety of

situations.

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Special Requirements for Enrollment in HCT 101 and HCT 102

1. Health Status All individuals enrolled in HCT 101/102 will be required to submit documentation of a negative tuberculin test (PPD). This documentation must be submitted to the Health and Life Sciences Division office prior to start of the clinical portion of the program.

2. Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening All PVCC Nurse Aide (HCT 101/102) students must complete a background check and drug screening through our vendor, CastleBranch. No other processes may be substituted for this requirement. Forms and information must be picked up in the Health and Life Sciences Division office prior to enrollment in HCT 101 and HCT 102. All fees for the background check and drug screening will be paid directly to this vendor.

The Background Check will search for misdemeanors and felonies of any type. However, only “barrier crimes” will result in failure of the background check. Barrier crimes are those that would prevent a student from obtaining employment in a hospital, nursing home, home care organization or hospice. Generally, criminal convictions for offenses involving abuse or neglect disqualify an applicant from employment. For a more complete list of barrier crimes, please check the Virginia Department of Nursing website: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/nursing/nursing_guidelines.htm, click on Guidance Document 90-55. Barrier crimes are listed in the Appendix at the end of the document.

Students who have criminal convictions, but who passed the background check for barriers to employment, should be aware that (1) any felony conviction, or (2) any misdemeanor conviction that involves moral turpitude (lying, cheating, stealing), may result in applicant not being allowed to sit for licensing exam. However, each applicant is considered on an individual basis. There are NO criminal convictions that are an absolute bar to nursing licensure. For further information, please check the Virginia Department of Nursing website: https://www.dhp.virginia.gov/nursing/nursing_guidelines.htm and click on Guidance Document 90-55.

The Drug Screen tests for Amphetamine (methamphetamine), barbiturates, benzodiazepine, cocaine, marijuana, methadone, methaqualone, opiates (codeine, morphine), phencyclidine and propoxyphene.

Any of these drugs found in the student’s drug screen, will result in the student failing the drug screen. In cases of failure, Certified Background will reach out to the student and, if the student failed due to a valid prescription, the student can send Certified Background prescription documentation, which may result in the student passing the drug screen. However, if no prescriptions covers the failure, the student will be administratively withdrawn from the program without refund.

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3. High School Diploma/GED/Reading Placement

Present high school diploma, GED or reading placement into ENF 2.

4. Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL iBT)

a. Completion of the TOEFL iBT with a standard score of 84 or above and a minimum speaking score of 26 is required for ALL nonnative English speakers. Completion of ENG 111 does not satisfy this requirement.

b. These scores are based on recommendations from the National Council of State Boards of Nursing for the level of English proficiency required to perform entry-level nursing safely and effectively.

c. Any nonnative English speakers who do not take the TOEFL iBT and are determined to be unable to understand and speak English at the required proficiency will be dismissed from the Nursing Assistant Program.

d. TOEFL iBT scores are valid for up to two years.

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Curriculum for Nursing Assistant Career Studies Certificate

Course Number Course Title Credits Prerequisite

HCT 101 Health Care Technician I1 3 HS diploma or GED OR placement into ENF 2; Toefl IBt for non-native English speakers

HCT 102 Health Care Technician II1 3

SDV 101/100/108 Student Orientation 1 none

HLT 141 Medical Terminology 2 none

ITE 119 or ITE 100 Information Literacy 3 none

HLT 100 First Aid and CPR2 2 none

HLT 145 Ethics for Health Care Personnel 2 none

PNE 116/HLT 130 Normal Nutrition3 1 none

___ ___ Elective4 3 Varies. See course catalog.

1 Meets current BON nurse aid content requirements. Successful completion leads to eligibility to take the certification exam. See additional course enrollment requirements below.

2 CPR usually required upon employment as nurse aide. 3 Currently required as part of Practical Nursing program curriculum. 4 Students may choose from any of the following courses: AST, ASL, BIO 145, CHD, ENG,

HLT, ITE, MKT 100, PSY, SOC, SPA 163, SPA 164.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE NURSING ASSISTANT PROGRAM? The program is designed to be completed in two semester of full-time study. Part time study is available. The length of time to complete the program with part time study will depend on the number of courses the student is able to complete each semester.

2. AM I A CNA WHEN I COMPLETE THE PROGRAM?

NO. Once you have completed the HCT 101 and HCT 102 courses, you are eligible to take the National Nurse Aide Assessment Program (NNAAP) Certification Exam. Upon passing this examination, you are eligible to apply to the Virginia Board of Nursing for State of Virginia Certification.

2. ARE THERE ANY COSTS INVOLVED IN THE NURSING ASSISTANT

PROGRAM?

Yes. In addition to tuition and the cost of transportation to clinical sites and parking, students are responsible for the following items (estimated):

TB test (PPD) * *Consult your physician for cost and insurance company for

coverage. Without insurance, cost can range from $20-$50.

Criminal Background Check/Drug Screen $112.75 Uniforms/Supplies $40 estimated Books $100 estimated NNAAP (after graduation) $94

5. WHERE ARE THE CLINICAL ASSIGNMENTS IN THE PROGRAM?

Students will attend clinicals at a long-term care facility in the Charlottesville area. ALL STUDENTS ARE EXPECTED TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION TO CLASS AND THE CLINICAL SITE.

6. IS THERE FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE FOR NURSING ASSISTANT STUDENTS?

Yes, financial aid is available. For further information, please contact the Financial Aid Office (434.961.6545) at your earliest convenience. It is best to complete your financial aid application by March 31 for the following fall semester.

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HCT 101/102 Enrollment Checklist

Use this as a tool to assure completion all requirements required to begin the Nursing Assistant program.

Application Requirement

How Met?

Date

Completed

Complete PVCC Application www.pvcc.edu

Online Application (Be sure to select “Certified Nursing Assistant” as your program of study.)

Submit high school transcript or GED to the Office of Admissions and Advising OR

Bring copy of high school transcript or GED certificate to Health and Life Sciences Division Office

Complete reading prerequisite requirement

Placement test through the PVCC Testing Center

Complete TOEFL iBT if non-native English speaker

To find test site, go to TOEFL web site at: http://www.ets.org/bin/getprogram.cgi?test=toefl

Obtain Nurse Aide Program Registration/ Information Packet

Go to Health and Life Science Division Office (Keats Building) to obtain this packet after completing all other steps to be enrolled in the class

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Virginia Department of Health

Office of Licensure and Certification

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September 2014

Criminal Records – Employment Barrier Crimes

Introduction:

State law ( §§ 32.1-126.01 and 32.1-162.9:1 of the Code of Virginia) requires that each

hospital, nursing home, home care organization and hospice obtain a criminal record

background check on new hires within 30 days of employment. The law requires that

these background checks be obtained using the Central Criminal Records Exchange from

the Virginia State Police. The law further requires that no employee be permitted to work

in a position that involves direct contact with a patient until an original criminal record

clearance or original criminal history record has been received, unless such person works

under the direct supervision of another employee for whom a background check has been

completed. Direct supervision means that the supervising employee is physically present,

within an immediate distance.

Certain felony and misdemeanor convictions are a bar to employment in a hospital,

nursing home and home care organization.

Criminal convictions, verified through a criminal record check which bar

employment:

Generally, criminal convictions for offenses involving abuse or neglect disqualify an

applicant from employment. The following list further specifies these offenses but should

not be considered comprehensive. See § 32.1-126.01 and § 32.1-162.9:1 of the Code of

Virginia for a complete list of offenses which bar employment.

• Felony violation of a protective order (§ 16.1-253.2)

• Murder or manslaughter (§ 18.2-30 et seq.)

• Malicious wounding by mob (§ 18.2-41)

• Abduction (subsection A or B of § 18.2-47)

• Abduction for immoral purposes (§ 18.2-48)

• Assaults and bodily wounding (§ 18.2-51 et. seq.)

• Robbery (§ 18.2-58) • Carjacking (§ 18.2-58.1)

• Extortion by threat (§ 18.2-59)

• Threats of death or bodily injury (§ 18.2-60)

• Felony stalking (§ 18.2-60.3)

• Felony violation of a protective order (§ 18.2-60.4)

• Sexual assault (§ 18.2-61 et. seq.)

• Arson (§ 18.2-77 et. seq.)

• Drive by shooting (§ 18.2-286.1)

• Use of a machine gun in a crime of violence (§ 18.2-289)

• Aggressive use of a machine gun (§ 18.2-290)

• Use of a sawed off shotgun in a crime of violence (§ 18.2-300)

• Pandering (§ 18.2-355)

• Crimes against nature involving children (§ 18.2-361)

• Incest (§ 18.2-366)

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• Taking indecent liberties with children (§ 18.2-370 or § 18.2-370.1)

• Abuse and neglect of children (§ 18.2-371.1)

• Failure to secure medical attention for an injured child (§ 18.2-314)

• Obscenity offenses (§ 18.2-374.1) • Possession of child pornography (§ 18.2-374.1:1)

• Electronic facilitation of pornography (§ 18.2-374.3)

• Abuse and neglect of incapacitated adults (§ 18.2-369)

• Employing or permitting a minor to assist in an act constituting an offense (§ 18.2-372

et seq.)

• Delivery of drugs to prisoners (§ 18.2-474.1)

• Escape from jail (§ 18.2-477)

• Felonies by prisoners (§ 53.1-303)

Convictions that would NOT bar an applicant from employment:

Under state law, convictions for offenses unrelated to abuse or neglect would not

disqualify an applicant for employment.

Even if the applicant has been convicted of a barrier crime it may not always prevent

employment. An applicant who has one misdemeanor conviction specified above may be

hired if:

(i) The criminal offense did NOT involve abuse or neglect; AND

(ii) (ii) Five years have lapsed since the conviction occurred.

Other convictions may disqualify an applicant on the basis of a facility’s established

hiring, personnel or other policies.

NOTE: This guideline should not be taken as definitive. For further clarification

regarding barrier crimes and criminal offenses, refer to Title 18.2 (Crimes and Offenses

Generally) of the Code of Virginia or seek a legal opinion.