Instructor: Shalanda Allen

Email:allensr@lamarpa.edu

Phone:409-984-6363

Office Location and Hours:Monday, Tuesday and Friday 2pm to 4 pm

Additional Contact Information:Allied Health Secretary, Donna Wolfe ( 409) 984-6356 or 1-800-47777-5872 OR Nurse Aide Program Director, Eursula Davis (409) 984-6364

Knowledge, skills, and abilities essential to provide basic care to residents of long-term care facilities. Topics include resident's rights, communication, safety, observation, reporting and assisting residents in maintaining basic comfort and safety. Emphasis on effective interaction with members of the health care team, restorative services, mental health, and social services needs.

Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants (11th edition, 2025) by Remmert, Leighann

Mosby's Textbook for Nursing Assistants, Workbook and Competency Evaluation (11th edition, 2025) by Remmert, Leighann

ISBN: 9780443121319 (Textbook)

ISBN: 9780443121333 (Workbook)

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program Curriculum Texas Curriculum for Nurse Aides in Long-Term Care Facilities

Prometric Study Packet Information for State Certification Exam Texas Nurse Aide | Prometric

Co-requisite - NURA 1160

• Discuss basic care of residents/persons in a long-term care facility
• Communicate and Interact effectively with residents/persons and their families based on sensitivity to the psychosocial needs
• Discuss the legal rights of the residents/persons
• Provide safety and preventative measures in the care of residents/persons
• Demonstrates skills in observing and reporting
• Assist residents/persons in attaining and maintaining maximum functional independence
• Function effectively as a member of the helathcare team

PSLO 1. Demonstrates the competencies to successfully complete the duties and requirements of a Certified Nurse Aide

PSLO 2. Demonstrates safe and competent care with individuals who have personal care needs

PSLO 3. Exhibits an understanding of patient/resident rights

• Healthcare Agencies
• The Person's Rights
• Ethics and Laws
• The Nursing Assistant
• Communicating with the Person
• Health Team Communication
• Delegation
• Medical Terminology
• The Older Person
• Confusion and Dementia
• Preventing Infection and Isolation Precautions
• Vital Signs
• Emergency Care
• Mental health disorders and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
• Oxygen Needs
• Respiratory Support and Therapies
• Nutritional Needs and Support
• Safety
• Preventing Falls
• Comfort, Rest, Sleep
• Body Mechanics, Mobility, Exercise and Activity
• Restraint Alternatives and Restraints
• Assisting the Nurse with Physical Exam
• Wounds and Pressure Injuries
• Person's Unit
• Sexuality in the Eldery
• Specimen Collection
• Urinary and Bowel needs
• Hygiene and Grooming
• End of Life Care

Week 1: Orientation & Introductions, Healthcare Agencies, Resident's rights, The Nursing Assistant

Week 2: Communicating with the Healthcare Team, Delegation, Ethics and Laws, Preventing Infection

Week 3:Exam 1, The Older Person, Vital Signs and Emergency Care, Mental Health and Intellectual/Developmental Disorders

Week 4: Confusion and Dementia, Nutritional Needs and Support, Fluid Needs, Oxygenation and Respiratory Support 

Week 5:Exam 2, Safety, Preventing Falls, Restraint Alternatives and Restraints, Comfort, Rest and Sleep, Admissions/Transfers/Discharges

Week 6: Nursing Home Orientation, Body Mechanics, Mobility, Exercise and Activity

Week 7:Exam 3, Assisting the Nurse with Physical Exam, Wounds and Pressure Injuries

Week 8: Person's Unit, Bedmaking, Sexuality and Collecting Specimens

Week 9: Urinary and Bowel Needs

Week 10: Hygiene and Grooming, Dressing and Undressing

Week 11: End of Life Care

Week 12: Career Day, Teaching Projects

Week 13:Final Exam, Review Skill Concepts and Indirect Care

Week 14: Open Lab, Begin preparation for State Certification

Week 15: Open Lab, Mock Testing

Week 16: Final Preparation for State Certification

November 18, 2026 -8:00 am Through November 18, 2026 10:30 am

90-100 = A    80-89 = B    75-79 = C    60-74 = D    Below 60 = F

Exam 1 - 19%

Exam 2 - 19%

Exam 3 - 19%

Quizzes/Special Projects/Assignments/Attendance - 5%

Final Exam - 38%

Note: Subject to Change. Quizzes and assignments will be added in AFTER the student has a 75% average. Otherwise each exam will count as 20% with the final counting twice to equal 40% of the Final Course average.

A minimum average of 75% in Nurse Aide for Healthcare, NURA 1301 AND a Satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical, independent of all other requirements, is necessary to pass the course. If a student receives a grade of 75% or greater in NURA 1301 but fails to achieve a Satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical, the student will receive a grade of 'D' in NURA 1301. If a student receives a Satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical but fails to achieve a 75% or greater in NURA 1301, the student will not pass the course.

A minimum exam average of 75% on the first three exams is required for students to attend clinical rotations.Failure to meet the 75% exam average will require the student to drop both the NURA 1301 and co-requisite lab and clinical courses.

No make-up exams are given; except at the discretion of the Program Coordinator and Instructor for extenuating circumstances. Therefore, if a student misses a unit exam, and has followed absentee protocol, the Final exam will count in place of one (1) missed exam.  This also means that the 75% Exam average necessary to attend clinical will be based on two (2) exams instead of three (3).

Eligibility for the State of Texas Nurse Aide Certification Skills and Written Examination: 

A minimum average of 75% or greater Exam average for NURA 1301 AND a Satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical, is necessary to attend clinical and to be eligible to take the State of Texas Nurse Aide Certification Skills and Written Examination.

Also, the student MUST attend and actively participate in Open Lab and Mock Practices as scheduled. Failure to actively participate in Open Lab and Mock Practices as scheduled will result in the student's ineligibility to be approved to take the State of Texas Nurse Aide Certification Skills and Written Examination, regardless to whether the student has a passing grade in NURA 1301 and Satisfactory (S) in lab/clinical. 

Nurse Aide for Healthcare NURA 1301 and the clinical co-requisite of this course, NURA 1160, may consist of online and in-person lectures, labs and assignments. Schedules may be changed at the discretion of the Faculty and Nurse Aide Program Coordinator. Research has shown a cause-and-effect relationship between attendance and college success. All attendance policies are in effect regardless of whether conducted online, in the classroom, lab, or clinical setting. Policies for this course are described below: 

Because poor attendance is a leading reason for termination from a job in all areas of employment, attendance at all scheduled classes is expected.

1.    A student who is absent from course activities for more than three (3) days without notification to the faculty may be dropped from the program by the Program Director. Students on campus but not in class are considered absent.

       Students who do not attend scheduled live virtual activities will be counted absent.

2.    Late arrival to class is disruptive. Students who consistently arrive after the beginning of the class (3 or more times) will be counseled and a plan of corrective action determined. Class will begin promptly at the scheduled time.

       Students who arrive fifteen (15) minutes after the beginning of class should not enter the classroom and should wait until break to enter. A student who is tardy three (3) times in one class will result in a 5-point deduction from the next exam grade. 

3.   It is the student’s responsibility to notify the Instructor and Nurse Aide Program Director of any absence. If the student is unable to contact the instructor(s), the student should call 409-984-6356 or 1-800-477-5872 ext. 6356. The student should also email the faculty or call the faculty office and leave a voicemail.

4.    In addition to notifying instructors, students must submit a Student Excuse Form, upon the first day of return, each time the student is absent, delayed from attending or must depart early from class, clinical or lab. Failure to complete the Student Excuse Form will result in a declaration of a ‘No Call, No Show' for the number of days absent and may result in the student being dismissed from the program.

5.    A student who misses scheduled class, lab and clinical hours are missing valuable learning time and career preparatory experience. Students are also lacking required hours necessary to fulfill course completion requirements. Therefore, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the Instructor and create a plan to make-up missed days. Failure to do so may result in the student receiving an Unsatisfactory in clinical with subsequent ‘D’ in NURA 1301, regardless of course grade.

The Program Director or Department Chair has the right to initiate the administrative withdrawal of any student whose attendance, conduct, scholastic abilities, attitude or lack of aptitude for Nurse Aide making it inadvisable for that student to continue in the program.

Bullying Policy

Lamar State College Port Arthur is committed to maintaining a safe and respectful environment for all students, faculty, and staff. Bullying of any kind is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated in any academic or clinical setting.

Definition of Bullying:

Bullying is defined as repeated, unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived power imbalance. Bullying can be verbal, social, or physical in nature and may include, but is not limited to:

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• Verbal abuse or threats
• Intimidation or humiliation
• Spreading rumors or false information
• Excluding others intentionally
• Cyberbullying or inappropriate use of digital platforms

Scope:

This policy applies to all students, faculty, and staff in classrooms, clinical sites, labs, simulations, and any school-sponsored activities.

Reporting process:

Any student who experiences or witnesses bullying is encouraged to report the incident to a faculty member, program coordinator, or the department chair. Reports will be handled confidentially and investigated promptly.

Consequences:

Verified incidents of bullying may result in disciplinary action, including but not limited to verbal warnings, written documentation, dismissal from the program, or referral to college administration in accordance with institutional policy.

1. Gates Memorial Library

2.     Student Success Center

3.     Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program (NATCEP) | Texas Health and Human Services

4.     Evolve Website (HESI)

5.     Texas Unified Licensure Information Portal (TULIP)

6.     Texas Nurse Aide | Prometric

7.     FACETS Healthcare Training

8.     The CNA Association

9.     Lamar State College Port Arthur Catalogs - SmartCatalog www.academiccatalog.com

10.  Lamar State College Port Arthur Student Handbook

11.  Lamar State College Port Arthur, textbook locator

12.  LSCPA - Calendars (lamarpa.edu)

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.

For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.