NURS 40 - In-Facilities Nursing Assistant

1. Understand the role of the nursing assistant in the State of Nevada.
2. Perform selected tasks that are supportive to the nursing care of the non-critical patient under professional supervision.
3. Observe and promptly report changes in physical condition and behavior of patients.
4. Demonstrate good health practices, personal hygiene and grooming.
5. Maintain acceptable standards of work and conduct.
6. Utilize good listening and communication skills and follow instructions accurately.
7. Explain a patient’s Bill of Rights.
8. Respect the privacy of the patient’s person, space, belongings and the confidentiality of his/her records.
9. Demonstrate competency in protection of self and others regarding spread of infection and prevention of injury to self and patients.
10. Demonstrate competency in providing maneuvers appropriate to the choking victim.
11. Understand the prerequisites for the Nurse Aide Competency Examination.