DACC Catalog - Dona Ana Community College - New Mexico State ...

2012-2013 Catalog 59Motor• Stand for long periods of time• Lift 35 pounds• Perform patient care procedures with finger and manual dexterityIntellectual• Collect, interpret, and integrate informationSpecial Admission CriteriaPrior to registering for NA 104, NA 105, or NA 109 classes, students mustsubmit documentation of the following: tuberculin test results within the last6 months, two MMR and two Varicella immunizations, or positive bloodlevels (titers) for each, tetanus immunization with the last 7 to 10 years,current American Heart Association CPR, three completed fingerprint cards,copy of government-issued ID, and release of information form, and drugscreening. Additional information regarding specific requirements is availablefrom the Health Care Assistant Program office.NOTE: Hepatitis B vaccine immunization is strongly recommended for allstudents providing patient care, and is required for some clinical sites.Security Background CheckProspective students are required to complete and pass a security backgroundcheck in order to take clinical courses. Past criminal violations mayprevent a student from enrolling in NA 104, NA 105, or NA 109, gainingstate or national certification, or employment in the field.Certificates of CompletionCertified Nursing Assistant (one semester — 8 credit hours)Certified nursing assistants perform basic nursing functions involving patientcare, working under the supervision of a registered nurse, licensed practicalnurse, or physician. In general, CNAs attend to matters related to personalhygiene, safety, nutrition, exercise, and elimination. Maintaining patientcomfort is a priority. Upon successfully completing the course, the studentis eligible to take the state nursing assistant exam to become certified as anursing assistant. Lab fee: $150.Program Content8 creditsna 104 Certified Nursing Assistant Fundamentals 4na 105 Certified Nursing Assistant Clinicals 4Health Care Assistant Certificate Program (33 credits)Graduates of the healthcare assistant program may work in a variety of settings,including long-term and acute-care facilities, private homes, clinics,and home care agencies. In most cases, the work involves providing handsoncare for patients and support services such as drawing blood, operatingspecialized equipment, and furnishing the results of diagnostic procedures.Employment opportunities are numerous in Doña Ana County and thesurrounding areas. Salaries for those who have completed diverse competencieswithin the program average well above minimum wage. Once employed,many graduates will find opportunities for on-the-job training andadvancement.Students may use the program as a base from which to branch out into otherhealthcare programs, such as nursing, respiratory care, and radiologic technology.The program includes classroom theory, laboratory experience, andapplied learning in hands-on situations. Because some of the learning takesplace off campus, students will need to arrange for their own transportation.State and/or national certification is available in certain areas:• State certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant• National ECG Technician Certification• National Phlebotomy CertificationNOTE: Courses with course prefixes appearing in italics are identical tothose offered at New Mexico State University Las Cruces (main) Campus.Core Requirements7 creditsengl 111g Rhetoric and Composition 4math 120 Intermediate Algebra3or ahs 116 Math for Health OccupationsRelated Requirements10 creditsahs 120 Medical Terminology 3biol 154 Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology 4OR biol 225 Human Anatomy and Physiology IApproved elective 3Technical Requirements16 creditsna 104 Certified Nursing Assistant Fundamentals 4na 105 Certified Nursing Assistant Clinicals 4na 109 Phlebotomist Basic 4na 110 Electrocardiogram Technician Basic 4Course Completion CertificatesDisabilities Support Services (one semester — 4 credit hours)Disabilities Support Staff provide direct support for persons with developmentaldisabilities and other disabilities including older adults and to provideskills for job enhancement for those already in the field of supportservices. Upon completion of this course, graduates are prepared for employmentin residential, day habilitation, or vocational program of a communitybased provider agency.Program Content4 creditsna 108 Disabilities Support Services 4Electrocardiogram Technician (one semester — 4 credit hours)ECG technician students are trained with 12 lead ECG’s, which are tracingsof the electrical impulses transmitted by the heart. The technician attacheselectrodes to the patient and then operates the ECG machine to obtain areading. The ECG is printed out for interpretation by the physician. Uponsuccessfully completing this course, students are eligible to take the NHAnational exam to become certified electrocardiogram technicians.Program Content4 creditsna 110 Electrocardiogram Technician Basic 4Phlebotomist Basic (one semester — 4 credit hours)A phlebotomist is a Healthcare Professional that specializes in extractingblood for analysis from patients. Phlebotomists work hand in hand with otherLaboratory clinicians in assisting physicians in the diagnosing of diseasesand/or disorders. Students are required to complete 30 clinical hours separatefrom class time on their own. Upon successfully completing the course,the student is eligible to take the NHA national exam to become certified asa phlebotomist.Program Content4 creditsna 109 Phlebotomist Basic 4