Description
Teaches and trains the nursing assistant to assist in patient care and function as effective members of the nursing team, under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, in hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care settings. Orient to the work environment and responsibilities needed for quality patient care and good employee morale. PRE-REQUISITE: All students must complete a criminal background check according to current Illinois Department of Public Health guidelines. A fee is required for this background check and will be the responsibility of the student. Students must have a score of 20 or higher on the Reading portion of the ACT or a score of 54 or higher on the AccuPlacer reading test or a score of 480 on the evidence-based reading and writing portion of the SAT and/or a composite SAT score of 1020 or higher, (or complete ENG 109-4 at SIC with a grade of “C” or better) (7 credit, 4 lecture, 6 lab)