Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Griffin to offer nursing assistant course

DERBY - Griffin Hospital School of Allied Health Careers will offer an evening Certified Nursing Assistant program, starting Sept. 24.
The 13-week course will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays from 5-9 p.m. at the School of Allied Health Careers, 300 Seymour Ave., Suite 206. The course is open to adults over 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED.
The course content will include infection control, legal and ethical responsibilities, communications, body mechanics, moving and positioning residents, personal care skills, nutrition, measuring vital signs, and restorative care.
Once a student successfully completes the course and clinical experience, they will be qualified to take the state exam for certification as a Nursing Assistant in Connecticut.
The $1,200 CNA course tuition fee includes the course book, workbook, and malpractice insurance coverage for the clinical rotation. 
 Interested students should contact the School of Allied Health Careers at 203-732-1276 for more information.
 
The above is a press release from Griffin Hospital in Derby.

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