Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) Program

The Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) program will prepare competent Licensed Nursing Assistants (LNA) to function as trusted care partners of the RN/LPN administering medication to stable clients in long-term care facilities and in the acute care setting. The scope of the course covers all of the basic principles and techniques of medication administration including an overview of common drugs, their effects and side effects, and key safety issues that include medication interactions, common errors, over-the-counter medications, and medication use in older adults.
Date:
2016-09-06
Primary Material Type:
Hybrid/Blended Course
Other Material Types:
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Institution:
Manchester Community College
Project Name:
HT3 for Healthcare (High Tech; High Touch and High Demand Training
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 2
Subjects:
Enteral tubes, Rectal, Vaginal, Auricular, Ocular, Nasal, Oral, Topical, Licensed Nursing Assistant, LNA, medication administration, medication interactions

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Genesis Healthcare
Industry Sector:
Health Care and Social Assistance (62)
Occupation:
Healthcare Support Occupations -- Medical Assistants (31-9092)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences (51)
Credit Type:
  • Non-Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 1st year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
100 hours (60 hours coursework, 40 hours clinical)
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Mix of Active and Presentation.
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Course Note:
Medication Nursing Assistant (MNA) Program
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https://www.ncsbn.org/07_Final_MAC.pdf

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