STANDARD COMPETENCIES:

 

 I.      Form a relationship, communicate and interact competently on a one-to-one basis with patients/residents.

 II.     Demonstrate sensitivity to residents`/patients` emotional, social and mental health needs.

 III.    Assist residents/patients in attaining and maintaining independence.

 IV.     Exhibit behaviors that supports and promotes residents`/patients` rights

 V.      Demonstrate observational and documentation skills needed in the promotion of residents`/patients` health, physical condition and well-being.

 VI.     Demonstrate beginning competency in the provision of patient care.

 TOPICAL OUTLINE:

 

 I.      Communication Skills

 II.     Residents`/Patients` Rights

 III.    Measuring Vital Signs

 IV.     Infection Control ¿ Handwashing, OSHA

 V.      Body Mechanics, Transfer, Reposition in Bed and Wheelchair, ROM

 VI.     Admitting/Transferring and Discharging a Patient, Height/Weight

 VII.    Bed Making

 VIII.   Personal Care of the Patient, Bathing, Back Rub, Shaving, Grooming, Denture Care, care of eyeglasses and hearing aids.

 IX.     Peri-care, bedpans, Catheter Care

 X       Feeding, I & O

 XI.     Specimen Collection

 XII.    Care of the Surgical Patient: TEDS, Ace Bandages

 XIII.   CPR, Oxygen

 XIV.    Special Care Procedures, Colostomy Care, Oxygen, CPR, Warm/Cold Application

 XV.     End of Life Care and Postmortem Care