Nursing Assisting
Introduction
Nursing Assisting is a program taught at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus, USA. Intake: Fall, Spring. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.
ENMU-Roswell offers a Certificate of Employability in Nursing Assisting. The program prepares nursing assistants for roles within the health care team, with responsibilities that include caring for people who are ill or have impaired self-care capabilities. Nursing assistants work in hospital, nursing home, or home health care under the supervision of a professional nurse.
Program learning outcomes cover the nursing assistant role in long-term care, hospitals, and home health; communication approaches for residents with special needs and for both verbal and written communication; safe and effective care with infection control practices; and proper body mechanics to promote safety and prevent injury. Training also includes medical terms and abbreviations, obtaining and recording vital signs, food and nutrition, positioning and transfer, and assisting with activities of daily living.
Admission Requirements
The minimum requirements for admission in Nursing Assisting at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:
- program specific academic requirment set by Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus.
- English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell Campus as pre-requiste for admission in Nursing Assisting.
Note: Please check the university website in the link below.
The entry requirements for the Nursing Assisting degree program typically include:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- Completion of specific prerequisite courses (if applicable)
- A background check may be required
- Immunization records as per health guidelines
Courses Units
Please check detail of study units at https://www.roswell.enmu.edu/programs/nursing-assistant/
More Information
- Nursing assistant (work in hospital, nursing home, or home health care under the supervision of a professional nurse)
Scholarships
80 fully funded scholarships are listed for USA. See USA scholarships.