Nexus Medical Training Center

PHLEBOTOMY FROM START TO FINISH

The Phlebotomy Technician program is designed to train individuals in the proper techniques of blood drawing. This course provides an in-depth description of the tips and tricks that a phlebotomist should know when taking blood or any other medical specimen from a patient. Students will learn about the various methods utilized for blood drawing including, needle and syringe types, pumps and syringes, multi-sample sets and evacuated tube systems. Students will also learn how to apply appropriate lab-wear during testing procedures such as gloves, gowns, masks and more. Participants will apply this knowledge by practicing on mannequin arms in a live setting under the supervision of their registered instructor.

In this course students will be able to demonstrate various methods of Phlebotomy such as:

• Venous blood draw using the Multi-sample needle and butterfly syringe.


• Demonstrate a sterile lancet capillary blood withdrawal, an Auto-let blood withdrawal for glucose level, the proper use of a Microhematocrit Centrifuge to differentiate plasma from serum.


• Different use of color-coded vacutainers


• In addition, students will learn the proper use of a Glucometer to obtain a blood glucose level


• Student will be exposed to various methods of discarding hazardous material according to OSHA guidelines.


• Proper techniques of disinfection with reference to infection control


• Identify and label the parts of the most common diagnostic laboratory equipment, use basic skills in context of therapeutic and laboratory procedures.


• Each student will have the opportunity to practice their phlebotomy skills on training arms and most importantly the students will have an opportunity to practice their technique on each other or volunteers under the supervision of their instructor.

FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE ALREADY CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE / ASSISTANT

The Patient Care Technician course includes both theory and clinical training, with a focus on professional development of PCTs. Graduates will be able to measure and record vital signs, perform CPR/First Aid and assist in medical examination; perform electrocardiograms (EKGs), phlebotomy, and other basic laboratory procedures. In addition to the learning components, students will have extensive practical instruction in the delivery of patient care. This program meets New York State Education Department requirements for certification as a Patient Care Technician.

PHLEBOTOMY FROM START TO FINISH

The Phlebotomy Technician program is designed to train individuals in the proper techniques of blood drawing. This course provides an in-depth description of the tips and tricks that a phlebotomist should know when taking blood or any other medical specimen from a patient. Students will learn about the various methods utilized for blood drawing including, needle and syringe types, pumps and syringes, multi-sample sets and evacuated tube systems. Students will also learn how to apply appropriate lab-wear during testing procedures such as gloves, gowns, masks and more. Participants will apply this knowledge by practicing on mannequin arms in a live setting under the supervision of their registered instructor.

In this course students will be able to demonstrate various methods of Phlebotomy such as:

• Venous blood draw using the Multi-sample needle and butterfly syringe.


• Demonstrate a sterile lancet capillary blood withdrawal, an Auto-let blood withdrawal for glucose level, the proper use of a Microhematocrit Centrifuge to differentiate plasma from serum.


• Different use of color-coded vacutainers


• In addition, students will learn the proper use of a Glucometer to obtain a blood glucose level


• Student will be exposed to various methods of discarding hazardous material according to OSHA guidelines.


• Proper techniques of disinfection with reference to infection control


• Identify and label the parts of the most common diagnostic laboratory equipment, use basic skills in context of therapeutic and laboratory procedures.


• Each student will have the opportunity to practice their phlebotomy skills on training arms and most importantly the students will have an opportunity to practice their technique on each other or volunteers under the supervision of their instructor.

FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE ALREADY CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE / ASSISTANT

The Patient Care Technician course includes both theory and clinical training, with a focus on professional development of PCTs. Graduates will be able to measure and record vital signs, perform CPR/First Aid and assist in medical examination; perform electrocardiograms (EKGs), phlebotomy, and other basic laboratory procedures. In addition to the learning components, students will have extensive practical instruction in the delivery of patient care. This program meets New York State Education Department requirements for certification as a Patient Care Technician.

EKG Technician course is a curriculum designed to prepare students for the EKG technician position. The course includes: Physiological Foundations, Basic Cardiac Anatomy, Lecture and Cases with labs. Students will learn to identify the anatomical location of the heart and the important structures which surrounds the heart. Students will prepare patients to obtain an EKG rhythm by using a standard 12-Lead EKG and color-coded five-lead wire system. We will educate students to interpret various sinus rhythms such as; Atrial Rhythms, Junctional Rhythms, and Ventricular Rhythms.

EKG Technician course is a curriculum designed to prepare students for the EKG technician position. The course includes: Physiological Foundations, Basic Cardiac Anatomy, Lecture and Cases with labs. Students will learn to identify the anatomical location of the heart and the important structures which surrounds the heart. Students will prepare patients to obtain an EKG rhythm by using a standard 12-Lead EKG and color-coded five-lead wire system. We will educate students to interpret various sinus rhythms such as; Atrial Rhythms, Junctional Rhythms, and Ventricular Rhythms.

Moreover, we will instruct students on how to calculate heart rate and various waves and segments from an EKG rhythm strip.

HOME HEALTH CARE AIDE FROM START TO FINISH

Please note: The program consists of 75 classroom hours and 8 externship hours, totaling 83 class hours.

Home health aides serve as an integral component within any health care team. If you possess a passion for positively influencing the lives of the ill, disabled, or elderly, this role could be an excellent fit for you. Home health aides (HHAs) support patients in accomplishing essential personal tasks, such as dressing, bathing, and various hygiene requirements. Furthermore, this position entails assisting clients in maintaining their safety and independence within their own homes by offering an elevated level of support for minor cleaning and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), including cooking, light housekeeping, and laundry.

Responsibilities may encompass written documentation detailing the patient care provided, the patient’s status, or any issues that warrant reporting to a supervising health care professional. In certain cases, HHAs may also facilitate transportation and coordinate recreational activities for their clients. Depending on the regulations within their respective states, some home health aides may be permitted to administer medications or monitor vital signs under the guidance of a health care practitioner, such as a registered nurse (RN).

DIALYSIS TECHNICIAN TRAINING PROGRAM

The Dialysis Technician Certificate program combines classroom instruction with hands-on training to provide students with the opportunity to master the specific fundamental skills and duties that are necessary to properly assist patients who are undergoing dialysis treatment. Students will learn the basic principles of dialysis, including how it works, what it does, and how it’s different from other treatments. They’ll also learn about the equipment used in the process, how to work safely around dialysis machines, and how to conduct themselves professionally during their time at the hospital.

Dialysis Technician program includes:

• INTRODUCTION TO HEMODIALYSIS AND CLINICAL MANIFESTATION OF RENAL DISEASE
  
  This section is designed to provide an understanding of the basic principles, diseases, and problems in the treatment of chronic kidney disease. A broad overview of hemodialysis and its application in the care of ESRD patients is provided. Other areas to be covered will include Initial and ongoing assessment of the patient and continuous monitoring of the dialysis equipment


• HEMODIALYSIS I
  
  This section will allow the student to learn how and why water is treated before being used for dialysis. It covers the types of contaminants commonly found in water, how they can affect patients, parts of a water treatment system, and monitoring of a water treatment system.


• ASEPSIS, NUTRITION AND PHARMACOLOGY
  
  This course section will focus on how Infection control is used in the dialysis setting to prevent patients and staff from acquiring infections specific to the dialysis unit. Incorporating policies and procedures that include surveillance and monitoring activities for water treatment, dialyzer reuse, bacterial contamination, and transmission of blood-borne and other infectious diseases.


• HEMODIALYSIS II
  
  This portion of the program will be hands-on, daily demonstration of all materials covered at this point. Major area of focus will include, but will not be limited to, dialysis access, machine set-up, programing the machine, and bringing the patient to the treatment area.


• PSYCHOSOCIAL-ASPECT, PATIENT EDUCATION AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT
  
  This course is designed to assist students entering the health care field to learn the basic principles of the human behavior and thus apply a personalized approach to the delivery of the health care. There is an emphasis on the psycho-social aspects of the hemodialysis patient and the caretaker’s relationship.

The Certified Nurse Aide course prepare students for employment in a variety of settings, including nursing homes, schools and hospitals. The course covers the fundamental nursing skills such as communication and infection control, patient rights and emergency procedures. The student receives 95 hours of classroom instruction with 30 hours of clinical experience at a nursing home. In addition to learning the fundamental care skills necessary to work in any healthcare setting, students also gain hands-on experience working one-on-one with patients.

The course will also teach students the fundamentals of patient care techniques including:

• Communication


• Infection Control


• Safety and Emergency Procedures


• Resident’s Rights


• Basic Nursing Skills


• Personal Care Skills


• Elimination Procedures


• Skincare


• Transferring, Positioning, Turning Methods and Dressing


• Ambulating the Person


• Range-of-motion Exercises


• Signs and Symptoms of Common Diseases

LEARN THE FUNDAMENTALS FOR PATIENT CARE

The Certified Nurse Aide course prepare students for employment in a variety of settings, including nursing homes, schools and hospitals. The course covers the fundamental nursing skills such as communication and infection control, patient rights and emergency procedures. The student receives 95 hours of classroom instruction with 30 hours of clinical experience at a nursing home. In addition to learning the fundamental care skills necessary to work in any healthcare setting, students also gain hands-on experience working one-on-one with patients.

The course will also teach students the fundamentals of patient care techniques including:

• Communication


• Infection Control


• Safety and Emergency Procedures


• Resident’s Rights


• Basic Nursing Skills


• Personal Care Skills


• Elimination Procedures


• Skincare


• Transferring, Positioning, Turning Methods and Dressing


• Ambulating the Person


• Range-of-motion Exercises


• Signs and Symptoms of Common Diseases