2021-2022 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Advanced Nurse Aide, Certificate
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The Advanced Nurse Aide Certificate provides an opportunity to gain the additional competencies and clinical experiences needed to seek employment in a hospital. The program is designed for CNA’s who have completed the Nurse Aide 75 hour state approved course. Upon successful completion, job opportunities include, but are not limited to, EKG tech, Emergency Tech, Scope Tech, Surgery Tech, and OB Tech. The agency or hospital will provide additional training in these specialized areas.
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Location: Ames, Ankeny, Boone, Carroll, Newton, Perry, Southridge, Urban and West
Students Start: Fall, Spring and Summer semesters
See course schedule for start dates and times. Program Entry Requirements:
Certificate Prerequisites must be met prior to registration requests
- Apply for admission to DMACC
- Complete HSC 172 or an Iowa State-approved 75-hour nurse aide class.
- Physical and Immunization Forms
- Criminal/Abuse Background Check Forms
- Course Acknowledgement
- Flu Vaccine form (October through April)
- Students must complete an American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) healthcare provider level course. The course must include adult/child and infant CPR (including two-rescuer scenarios and use of the bag mask), foreign-body airway obstruction, and automated external defibrillation (AED). Students are responsible to provide renewal cards/certificates documenting certification through the date of graduation. Proof of certification must include the dates of completion and expiration, and clearly identify the student name.
- Forms can be found on the DMACC website: https://www.dmacc.edu/programs/health/cna/Pages/advanced-nurse-aide.aspx
Registration Information
Students must upload their prerequisite forms following the instructions online (https://www.dmacc.edu/programs/health/cna/Pages/advanced-nurse-aide.aspx). Once all forms are received and approved, students will be receive more information about online registration. Registration will close 3 days prior to the start of the course to accommodate the background check process.
Fixed Costs
Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$174.00 per credit
The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.
Varied Costs
| Costs |
Semester 1 |
| History/Physical Exam |
240 |
| Flu vaccine (October through April) |
30 |
| BCLS Certification |
60 |
| Textbook and Handbook |
100 |
| Uniform, shoes and equipment |
115 |
| Class fee |
15 |
Total approximate cost certification: $1,082**
**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.
What Kind of Work Will You Do?
- Provide personal daily cares and assist the nurse with skills for the patients/clients of varied acute care units such as Medical/Surgical, ER, OB, Pediatrics and Cardiac Care.
What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?
- Provide safe care in acute care setting
- Care for patients on special units
- Provide/assist the nurse with special procedures
- Good communication skills
- Be able to perform required Advanced Nurse Aide skills (see attached performance standards)
- Student must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Technoloy needs: A computer or tablet with webcam/video, microphone, and reliable internet connection is required
- COMPLETE THE BLACKBOARD FOR STUDENTS TUTORIAL
What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?
- Plan ahead for alternate/backup means of transportation for class
- Plan ahead for personal responsibilities (Example:child care)
- Nurse Aides work a variety of shifts including weekends and holidays
Program Competencies
- Determine the role by comparing/contrasting nurse aide role in the hospital (acute) with the long-term care facility.
- Explain the components of advanced nurse aide education.
- Describe the legal responsibilities of the advanced nurse aide in acute care.
- Demonstrate appropriate infection control requirements.
- Report physical, psychological changes of the acute care patient.
- Assess basic knowledge with anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
- Provide proper assistance with designated special procedures.
- Identify observations and need to document/report
- Discuss the Advanced Nurse Aide role/responsibility in the care of specialized equipment.
- Describe the importance of the acute care plan, and advanced nurse aide contributions.
- Describe the Advanced Nurse Aides’ role in emergency situations.
- Perform skills competently on any acute care patient with supervision/guidance.
Nondiscrimination Statement
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515/964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczysnki Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1560, fax 312/730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339 Email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
DMACC offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study:
Agriculture, Natural and Environmental Science
Architecture, Engineering, and Construction
Arts, Design, and Visual Communication
Business, Management, and Marketing
Education, Public, and Human Services
Health Science
Hospitality and Culinary
Information Technology
Manufacturing
Transportation & Logistics
Entrance requirements for specific programs can be found at https://www.dmacc.edu/admissions/Pages/checklist.aspx. (2021)
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