PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The overall objective of this Nurse Aide Training Program is the provision of quality services to residents in long-term care facilities by nurse aides who are able to:

1.                  Form a relationship, communicate and interact competently on a one-to-one basis with the residents;

2.                  Demonstrate sensitivity to residents’ emotional, social, and mental health needs through skillful, directed interactions;

3.                  Assist residents in attaining and maintaining functional independence;

4.                  Exhibit behavior in support and promotion of residents’ rights; and

5.                  Demonstrate observational and documentation skills needed in the assessment of resident’s health, physical condition and well-being.

The above objectives are the program objectives which reflect Federal Requirements.