Bloodborne Pathogens (California CNA Approved) – 1.0 CE/Contact Hour

Course objectives include: Identify the most common modes of transmission for bloodborne pathogens (BBP). Describe the best practices for safe handling of BBP in the workplace. Recognize what to do if you have contact with a possible containment. Recall the BBP incident reporting requirements. Course is based on federal OSHA standards and is considered advanced […]
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Workplace Bullying in Healthcare (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hour

This course provides an advanced overview of bullying in the health care environment. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Define workplace bullying and related terms Identify the prevalence of bullying among health care employees Recognize the factors in health care that perpetuate bullying Summarize interventions to decrease workplace bullying Describe regulatory and legislative efforts to […]
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Sexual Behaviors and Intimacy Needs of Persons with Dementia (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hours

This course is designed to enhance the care provider’s knowledge about the sexual needs of persons with dementia. Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Define dementia, associated cognitive changes, and common behaviors associated with dementia Describe the difference between sex and intimacy Describe the cognitive changes caused by dementia that impact […]
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Sepsis: A Deadly Encounter (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hours

Course objectives include: Define sepsis, severe sepsis, and septic shock Describe the clinical manifestations of the effect of sepsis on the human body Explain how sepsis is diagnosed Describe the treatments for sepsis Identify the risk factors for sepsis. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours for Certified Nurse Assistants (CNA) in California. Must pass […]
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Ostomy Care and Related Disease Processes (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hour

This is a comprehensive course on ostomy care and related disease processes. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the procedure and resultant anatomy for major types of ostomy surgery Identify at least two professional certificates that specialize in ostomy care Identify pre and post-operative ostomy considerations Describe patient teaching and discharge planning components necessary […]
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Medical Errors: The Healthcare Provider Perspective (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hours

The purpose of this course is to increase the awareness of healthcare professionals regarding medical errors. Learners will achieve the following objectives: Describe the current societal and professional perspectives on medical errors Review the definition of medical error and the potential types of medical errors that can occur Discuss the consequences of medical errors on […]
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HIPAA (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hours

Course objectives include: Explain the basics of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Identify the basic elements of the Privacy Rule and how it impacts employees in health care settings Describe the penalties for HIPAA violations Analyze HIPAA in the context of case studies. Course is approved for 2.0 CE/Contact Hours for Certified […]
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Ethics in Healthcare: An Introduction (California CNA Approved) – 2.0 CE/Contact Hour

This course provides a rich introduction to Ethics in Healthcare. By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Define ethics and ethical considerations unique to healthcare. Describe the four prima facie principles of healthcare ethics. Discuss additional concepts important to healthcare ethics. Examine ethical concepts related to the current healthcare climate. Examine […]
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