Fall 2023 Course Syllabus Course: NURA-1301 (Section: 11, CRN: 90357) Nurse Aide for Health Care

Instructor Information
Instructor	Shalanda Allen
Email	allensr@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6363
Office	Educational II - Room: 104
Office Hours	Monday and Tues and Friday 2pm- 4pm">Monday and Tues and Friday 2pm- 4pm
Additional Contact Information	Allied Health Secretary, Donna Wolfe (409) 984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872
Course Information
Description	Knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Topics include resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team, restorative services, mental health, and social services needs.
Required Textbooks	Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.  TEXTBOOK/WORKBOOK: ISBN-9780323655606    Workbook#- 9780323672887 Sorrentino-MOSBY’S TEXTBOOK FOR NURSING ASSISTANTS(10th ED.) Sorrentino-MOSBY’S TEXTBOOK FOR NURSING ASSISTANTSWorkbook (10h ed.) St.
Additional Materials/Resources	NURSE AIDE TRAINING AND COMPETENCY EVALUATION  PROGRAM CURRICULUM
Corequisites/Prerequisites	COREQUISITES- NURA 1160">COREQUISITES- NURA 1160
Learning Outcomes	End-of-course Outcomes: Discuss legal rights of basic care to residents/persons in a long-term care facility; communicate and interact effectively with residents/persons and their families based on sensitivity to the psychosocial needs. Discuss the legal rights of the residents/persons; provide safety and preventive measures in the care of residents/persons; demonstrate skills in observing and reporting; assist residents/persons in attaining and maintaining maximum functional independence; and function effectively as a member of the health care team.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	Program Outcomes PSLO 1. Demonstrates the competencies to successfully complete the duties and requirements of a Certified Nurse Aide. PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe and competent care with individuals who have personal care needs. PLSO 3. Exhibits an understanding of patient/resident rights.
Lecture Topics Outline	HEALTH CARE AGENCIES THE PERSON’S RIGHT THE NURSING ASSISTANT / DELEGATION ETHICS AND LAWS STUDENT AND WORK ETHICS COMMUNICATING WITH THE PERSON HEALTH TEAM COMMUNICATION MEDICAL TERMINOLOGY    THE OLDER PERSON PREVENTING INFECTION & ISOLATION PRECAUTIONS / HOMEWORK WORKBOOK ASSIGNMENT VITAL SIGNS EMERGENCY CARE NUTRITION NEEDS AND FLUID NEEDS NUTRITIONAL SUPPORT AND IV THERAPY CONFUSION AND DEMENTIA CANCER, IMMUNE SYSTEM, AND SKIN DISORDERS NERVOUS SYSTEM AND MUSCULOSKELETAL DISORDERS CARDIOVASCULAR, RESPIRATORY, AND LYMPHATIC  DISORDERS DIGESTIVE AND ENDOCRINE DISORDERS URINARY AND REPRODUCTIVE DISORDER INTELLECTUAL/DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES/Mental Health Disorders OXYGEN NEEDS RESPIRATORY SUPPORT AND THERAPIES SAFETY Preventing Falls Restraint Alternatives and Restraints ASSISTING WITH THE PHYSICAL EXAMINATION WOUND CARE PRESSURE Injuries (HOMEWORK) COMFORT, REST, AND SLEEP Admissions, Transfers and Discharges   HEAT AND COLD APPLICATIONS/ THE PERSON HAVING SURGERY(HOMEWORK)
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1: Introduction into Long-Term Care and Residents Rights Week 2: Communicating with the Health Care Team Week 3: Ethics and Laws Week 4: Confusion and Dementia Week 5: Infection Control Week 6: Measuring Vital Signs, Safety and Preventing Falls Week 7: Common Health Care Diseases Week 8: Body Mechanics Week 9: Nutrition and Fluids     Week 10: Hygiene and Grooming Week 11: Wound Care and Pressure Ulcers Week 12: The Persons Unit Week 13: Hearing, Speech, and Vision Problems Week 14: Bedmaking Week 15: End of Life Care Week 16: Getting a Job
Final Exam Date	November 15, 2023 - 8:0 AM   Through  November 15, 2023 - 10:0 AM
Grading Scale	90-100 = A 80-89 = B 75-79 = C 60-74 = D Below 60 = F
Determination of Final Grade	Exam I        Grade Exam II        Grade Exam III        Grade Final        Grade Final        Grade Total/5=Grade Total divided by 5 possible grades. Subject to change  A minimum average of 75% in Basic Nursing 1301, independent of all other requirements, is necessary to pass the course and attend clinical.  An overall grade of 75 or greater for NURA 1301 and a satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical is necessary to attend clinical and to be eligible for the State of Texas Nurse Aide Certification Skills and Written examination. If a student receives a grade of 75 or greater in NURA 1301 and a U in NURA 1160 lab/clinical the student will receive a grade of D in NURA 1301.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	Facility Policies     No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.     Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.     Electronic devices (including but not restricted to cell phones, MP3 players, and laptop computers) shall not be used during examinations unless specifically allowed by the instructor.     Use of electronic devices during normal class hours distracts other students, disrupts the class, and wastes valuable time. Instructors have an obligation to reduce such disruptions.     Students should turn their phones to vibrate before they enter the classroom.     No cell phones should be visible during class. Additional classroom policies include: Students and faculty of the Lamar State College-Port Arthur Basic Nursing Program are expected to assist in maintaining a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. To assure that faculty have the opportunity to teach and students have the opportunity to benefit from time spent in class, unless otherwise approved by the instructor, students are prohibited from engaging in distracting classroom behavior: 1. I understand that promptness is expected. I will be on time for the beginning of all classes and will return from breaks promptly. 2. I understand that I am expected to come to theory and lab experiences prepared and present myself as a sincere, adult learner. 3. I will return phone calls and/or text messages only during scheduled breaks. 4. I will keep cell phones on vibrate in classroom and off and out of reach during testing and test reviews. In the event of an emergency, your family should contact you through AH Secretary, VN Coordinator, or Department Chair. 5. I agree that on-campus computers will only be used for classroom work. 6. I agree that all information shared by other students and instructors will remain confidential. 7. I will not repeat or discuss what is shared with anyone. 8. I agree that I will not engage in side-bar discussions. 9. I agree that I will direct my comments to the front of the room. 10. I agree to participate in all discussions, activities, and exercises. 11. I agree to be open to new ideas and experiences. 12. I agree to take risks and step outside of my comfort zone. 13. I agree to maintain a positive attitude. 14. I agree to give supportive feedback and make corrections without belittling anyone. 15. I agree to suspend judgment and be responsible for my actions. 16. I agree to be responsible for learning as much as I can from this experience. 17. I agree to ask for what I need from my instructors. 18. I agree to become better acquainted with my fellow students so we can all identify ways to support one another, work together as a team and develop professionally. 19. I agree to follow the guidelines and policies in the LSC-PA Basic Nursing Student Orientation Packet Students attending classroom, lab, or clinical sessions virtually should exhibit appropriate etiquette to include at a minimum: Adhere to the same standards of behavior online that you follow in real life; Respect faculty and peers time by being on time to scheduled exams, sessions and activities; and Present yourself in a professional manner. Students are expected to come to didactic, lab, and clinical experiences prepared and present as sincere, adult learners. Pre-course assignments may be required for admission into class. Should I be unable to maintain these expectations or stated program requirements, dismissal from the program may occur. The following behaviors will result in a student being asked to cease the action and/or leave the classroom: Inappropriate and or disruptive uses of cell phones and/or other electronic devices in classroom during testing or during test reviews. Talking or sleeping while the instructor is giving instructions or during class discussions/presentations? Displaying a rude or negative attitude/behavior to the instructor or other students If any of these behaviors result in the student being asked to leave the room, the student will receive a counseling note and may result in a loss of 5 points on the next exam.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Policies for this course are described below: 1 Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes is expected. 2. A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) days without notification to faculty may be withdrawn from the program by the program director. 3. Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after class has begun (2 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time. Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. 4. It is the students responsibility to notify the instructor of any absence. The student should schedule make-up hours with the instructors approval. All students must meet the required classroom, lab and clinical hours. Failure to do so will result in the student failing the course. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s) the student should call 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail. 5. In addition to notifying an instructor, it is the students responsibility to submit a completed Student Excuse Form, upon the first day of return, each time the student is absent, delayed from attending or must depart early from class, clinical or lab. Failure to do so will result in a declaration of No Call, No Show for the number of days absent and may result in the students dismissed from the program.
Additional Information
Institutional Policies
MyLSCPA	Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.
Academic Honesty	Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.
ADA Considerations	The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
COVID 19 Information	The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition directly to their local health department. Students should also contact their course faculty to report their quarantine status. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings when directly exposed to COVID 19 in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Facility Policies	No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect	As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct	LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.
Clery Act Crime Reporting	For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.
Grievance / Complaint / Concern	If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
Department Information	Allied Health Chair: Shirley MacNeill Email: macneisb@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6365