Become a Licensed Nursing Assistant and assist patients with health care needs and care for people who are ill or recovering from surgery or disease. As part of a health care team, duties may include assisted daily living skills, bedside care, preparing patients for procedures, and performing tasks within the scope of practice.
Eligibility
Grade 12*
*Eligible for graduation within the same school year as JTED program completion
Other Requirements
- Complete Accuplacer Reading/Math assessment
- Minimum Reading Score of 235 and Math Score of 220
- Or – have a C or better in two high school English credits and two Math credits (Algebra, Geometry or Algebra II)
- Completion of the JTED Advanced Healthcare Pathway Application with a score of 60 points or higher
- The rubric is based on:
- Completion of one or more of the following prerequisite courses, passing both semesters with a B or better greatly increases your score on the application: Healthcare Foundations, JTED Comprehensive Health Technician, Anatomy/Physiology, Sports Medicine, EMS, Home Health Aide or a JTED approved healthcare related course
- High school cumulative GPA starting at 2.0 and above
- Advanced Healthcare Pathway Essays
- The rubric is based on:
- Attend mandatory orientation in Spring 2023
Some programs may have additional requirements such as:
- Be able to obtain fingerprint clearance card, pass industry required drug testing, and background checks
- For clinicals, internships, certifications, and licenses provide social security number
- Must hold current Basic Life Support CPR Certification before start of class
- Flu, COVID vaccines & 2-step TB test required for clinicals (Clinicals are required for certification in LNA)
Things to Consider
- You must have the ability to lift 50 lbs.
- You must have the ability to stand for long periods of time.
- Strong communication skills and compassion for people are necessary.
- You must have the ability to complete medical tasks like using needles and syringes.
- You must have the ability to safely handle urine, feces, saliva, blood, and other body fluids.
- Attendance is extremely important! Students with more than 24 hours of absences over the course of the year will not be allowed to sit for certification.
- You will act as a patient and a CNA in this program while learning skills. This means that you will have skills performed on you as well as you being the one to practice the skills.
Direct Employment
- Licensed Nursing Assistant
- Direct Caregiver
Jobs Available After Additional or Advanced Training
- Registered Nurse
- Physician
- Patient Care Technician
- Nurse Practitioner
- Advanced Practice RN
Locations
JTED @ The Bridges
3300 S. Park Ave.
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Thursday 1:45 to 4:30 p.m.
- Monday through Thursday 4:45 to 7:30 p.m.
JTED @ Camino Seco
8727 E. 22nd St.
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Thursday 1:45 to 4:30 p.m.
- Monday through Thursday 4:45 to 7:30 p.m.
JTED @ Master Pieces
2855 W. Master Pieces Dr.
Schedule Availability
- Monday through Thursday 1:45 to 4:30 p.m.
- Monday through Thursday 4:45 to 7:30 p.m.
Program Completion/Sequence
Year 1
- Semester 1: Scope of Practice, Infection control, Legal/Ethical, skill practicum; use of gait belt, wheelchair, gowning/gloving, blood pressure, clinical simulations: application of coursework and skills in a simulated patient room.
- Semester 2: Anatomy & Physiology, Emergency Care, End of Life Care, Clinicals; Performing patient care in a healthcare facility, and certification testing.
- Participate in HOSA – Future Health Professionals as your CTSO to learn about health career options and more.
Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Certified Caregiver
- First Aid
- ServSafe Food Handler
Work Based Learning Requirements
40 Hours of Clinicals
Credits
3/Year
Instructors
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Ann Marie Lee, RN
Licensed Nursing Assistant Instructor & Program Coordinator -
Kelly Oursler, RN
Licensed Nursing Assistant Program Coordinator -
Joyce Wall, RN
LNA/CH Instructor & Program Coordinator -
Lisa Best
Licensed Nursing Assistant Instructor -
Rochelle Leitschuck, RN, MSN
Licensed Nursing Assistant/Health Care Foundations Instructor -
Haley Gladwin
LNA Lab Assistant -
Beth Francis, RN, MS
Health Care Professions Manager
More Information
Supplies
- Wrist watch with a second hand (no smart or digital watches)
- Closed-toe athletic shoes
- Stethoscope
- Blood pressure cuff
Uniform
- Two sets JTED grape scrubs
- JTED black scrub jacket
Dual Enrollment
- HCA 119: Orientation to Human Anatomy and Physiology (3 Credits)
*Dual Enrollment Credits available to students are dependent on teacher credentials*
Beneficial Classes to Take in High School
Academic Classes
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Algebra II
- Anatomy & Physiology
- English
CTE Classes
- Emergency Medical Services
- Home Health Aide
- Health Care Foundations
