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Course Description

Nursing Assistant student taking elderly patient blood pressure

This course provides knowledge, skills & abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long­term care facilities. Topics include residents’ rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting & assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort & safety. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team, restorative services, mental health & social service’s needs. Students completing the Certified Nurse Assistant courses may sit for the State of Texas Nurse Aide credentialing exam.

Download the Nursing Assistant (Aide) packet

All students enrolled in the Kilgore College Nursing Assistant Program must adhere to the clinical agencies/procedures found below for vaccinations to attend clinicals. This includes:

  • CPR proof: In person only, American Heart Association, BLS CPR Certification or American Red Cross, Professional Rescuer is required. No other CPR certifications are accepted.
  • TB Test Questionnaire
  • COVID-19 Vaccination proof: Current affiliates requires two vaccinations or a medical/religious exemption form
  • Negative Drug Test results: DATCS (in packet)
  • Cleared criminal history background check (in packet)
  • Valid photo ID with the same name on social security card

Notes

Other expenses include cost for any requirements, the required textbooks, and a state application and exam fee of $125.
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