Train as a Nurse Technician and Expect to...
...complete a 120 hour comprehensive course at Manhattan Institute which can be completed as follows:1) Full time Days - Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs - 3 weeks
2) Part time Evenings - Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs - 6 weeks
3) Part time Sat & Sun - 6 weeks
In preparation for your employment as a nurse technician, you can expect to study the following topics:
Vital Signs - an important part of assessing the most basic body functions. The four vital signs which are always helpful in most medical settings include:
1) blood pressure
2) body temperature
3) pulse rate/heart rate
4) respiratory rate
Medical Terminology - helpful when discussing information about a patient with a medical professional
Phlebotomy - the act drawing of blood from a vein
Anatomy - the study of the human body and skeletal system
Physiology - the study of biological processes of human organisms
Patient Preparation - making sure patient understands any prior instructions given by a medical professional, preparing exam room, helping patient prepare for exam by listening to concerns, offering a changing gown, relaying pertinent concerns top medical professional, etc.
Blood Collection Techniques - understanding of correct blood collection procedure as instructed by a medical professional
Speciman Collection - understanding of correct fluid or tissue sample collection procedure as instructed by a medical professional
Pharmacology - basic understanding of either prescribed or over the counter medication a patient may be taking
OSHA Standards - understanding of the US Government regulations from the Office of Safety and Health Administration as applied to your training as a nurse technician
Universal precautions - general understanding of related concerns for the nurse technician to be aware of and look to either avoid or discuss with a medical professional or supervisory personnel
The friendly staff at Manhattan Institute is available, either in person or by calling 212-564-1234, 7 days a week to answer your questions and to help in making sure your are satisfied with your course of study, and are adjusting to the curriculum.
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