|
|||||||||
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
MEDS’
Direct Care Paraprofessional training will prepare students to become
a Certified Nurse Assistant in as little as 8 weeks. By combining 75
hours of classroom instruction with 100 hours of “hands on”
direct care training, students will have the skills and knowledge to
enter one of the fastest growing professions in the healthcare industry.
Students learn basic nursing skills to meet the needs of their patients. Classroom instruction incorporates interesting demonstrations and simulations with state-of-the-art medical training equipment and lively classroom discussions and presentations by industry professionals.
Some of the skills and techniques students learn include vital signs, infection control, restorative care, bathing and grooming, transfers, feeding and nutrition, medical record documentation, and resident’s rights.
The Staff ‘N’ Student Mentoring program partners students with a seasoned professional for 100 hours of direct care experience. When students take the State of Missouri exam to become a Certified Nurse Assistant, they feel confident in their skills and abilities and go on to enjoy a successful, rewarding career as a direct care paraprofessional.
Requirements: To be eligible for the CNA Training Program, students must be:
-
At least 18 years of age
-
Employable in a state approved long-term care facility
-
Have a score of at least 80% on Basic education skills exam
-
Negative TB test or chest X-ray
-
Pass background check
Certified Medication Technician (CMT)
This
68-hour course prepares Certified Nurse Assistants to administer medications
to residents in long-term care settings. Training includes 60 classroom
hours and 8 supervised clinical hours. Upon successful completion, students
take the State of Missouri exam to become a Certified Medication Technician.
This 12-week training program includes preparation, administration of medications, infection control and safety, observation, reporting and recording of side effects, and storage of medications.
Requirements: To be eligible for the Certified Medication Technician Training Program, students must be:
-
Active on the Missouri CNA register for a minimum of 6 months
-
Must provide a letter of recommendation from the Administrator or Director of Nursing of a sponsoring facility
-
Provide a copy of high school diploma or GED
-
Score at least 80% on TABE Test given first day
This 8-hour class prepares the CMT to administer insulin in a skilled nursing facility or intermediate care facility. The course is designed to present information on diabetes as it relates to symptoms and implications of proper or improper treatment, and to teach skills in insulin administration.
Requirements: To be eligible for the Insulin Administration class, students must be:
-
Provide a letter of recommendation from an Administrator or Director of Nurses recommending they take the insulin class
-
Active Missouri CMT
SOS – Students on Staff
The Students On Staff (SOS) Program is a unique concept
that offers solutions to staffing and placement issues for facilities,
home health agencies, and students. When a participating facility or agency
has an open position, they can recruit from the MEDS pool of graduates
rather than advertise or hire from placement agencies. Students get first
consideration for available positions while facilities save valuable time
and money. For more information, call 816-373-MEDS (6337).
Staff ‘N’ Student Mentoring
Program
The Staff 'N' Student Mentoring Program partners students with an experienced
staff member and a State-approved Clinical Supervisor for the required
clinical hours. Students learn first hand proper procedures and techniques
while assisting with daily tasks and responsibilities.
Home | Training Programs | Staff | Our Mission | Registration & Enrollment | Map
|
To contact us: |
||