Nursing Assistant Program – NA
At Emerald we believe that Nursing Assistants are the backbone of the nursing community. Nursing Assistants are responsible for providing a large amount of patient care, as well as, assisting with daily activities as needed.
“We at Emerald Nursing School believe Nursing Assistants are the backbone of the Nursing Community here in El Paso. We truly appreciate the work they do.”.
Program Information
Program Type: Certificate of Completion
Program Name: Nursing Assistant
Course Length: 100 Hours
Registration Requirements:
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- State or Federal Issued Photo Identification (Current)
- Social Security Card
- High School Diploma or GED
(Transcripts of 8th Grade or higher equivalent are accepted as well. We do accept foreign transcripts.)
Nursing Assistant Program Requirements:
- Negative Tuberculosis Test
Description:
Nursing Assistant’s also get a head start on climbing that career ladder to LVN or RN in a more comfortable and traditional fashion; as they not only get their CNA which is often a pre-requisite to both programs but they also get valuable floor experience in the nursing field.
Job Duties:
The Nursing Assistant performs routine nursing procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Vocational Nurse, or a physician. These procedures include observation, reporting, and the environmental and physical management of patients. Students completing the program receive a certificate of completion and can find entry-level employment opportunities as a Nursing Assistant in hospitals, nursing homes, home health agencies or other skilled nursing facilities. Additionally, graduates are qualified to take the Texas State Certification exam for Nursing Assistants.
Offered Program Schedules
Morning Class:
Monday thru Friday (3 Weeks)
Classroom: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Clinicals: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Evenings:
Monday thru Friday (4 Weeks)
Classroom: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Clinicals: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Weekends:
Saturday and Sunday (8 Weeks)
Classroom: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Clinicals: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Recommended Supplies:
- 1″ Binder or Pocket Folder
- Paper or Single Subject Notebook
- Pens & Pencils
- Scrub Set (Any Color)
Payment Plans Are Available
