It is with great pleasure to announce that Nursing Resources is now a provider for Continuing Education Units for Registered Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses. The first presentation is titled:

The Accreditation Process And Its Importance In the Public’s Perception of Health Care As Well As That Perception In the Profession of Nursing Resources

The confidence in the health care system, that will make a difference in our lives, is many times dependent on the perception of the quality of care that is provided by the health care system and its entities. The volunteer submission of a health care provider to the accreditation process, conducted by an independent, non- governmental organization is an indicator in itself of the intense desire of that provider to offer the very best quality health care possible. This accreditation process and its successful completion means that the provider has taken all the steps possible to ensure that what is offered to the public has been given the "Seal of Approval". It also provides an opportunity for well qualified nurses to work in an organization that takes pride in outstanding standards which values its professionals. The steps through this process are focused on all aspects of the organization including the administration, policies and procedures, professional ethics, nursing and care giving staff, human resources, finance and community services. The accreditation process is intense but is well worth the effort in the public’s perception as well as the perception in the world of nursing.

Class Schedule for 2007 In-Services for RN's
January 17. 2007	Pediatric Care: From Well Baby Assessments and Teaching to Care and Monitoring of Babies at Risk
February 21, 2007	All You Want to Know About IV Therapy in the Home Care Setting
March 21, 2007	Wound Care: The Latest Advances In the World of Wound Care
April 11, 2007	All You Want to Know About Respiratory Care at Home
May 16, 2007	Diabetes: Everything You Need to Know About Diabetes as a Professional
June 13, 2007	Wound Care: The Latest Advances In the World of Wound Care
July 11, 2007	All You Want to Know About IV Therapy in the Home Care Setting
August 15, 2007	The High Tech Home Care Experience including ventilator care and Feeding Tubes
September 12, 2007	Pediatric Care: From Well Baby Assessments and Teaching to Care and Monitoring of Babies at Risk
October 17, 2007	Wound Care: The Latest Advances In the World of Wound Care
November 14, 2007	The High Tech Home Care Experience including ventilator care and Feeding Tubes
December 12, 2007	Sharpening Your Assessment Skills, Enhancing Observation and Documentation Skills in Home Care
Class Schedule for 2007 In-Services for CNA's, HHA's & PA's
January 17. 2007	Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and the Special Care Needs of These Clients
February 21, 2007	In Case of An Emergency, Home Safety, Safety Training for Employees
March 21, 2007	Elder Abuse, Sexual Harassment
May 16, 2007	Communication Skills, Cultural Diversity
June 13, 2007	HIPAA Privacy Compliance Review, Patient Rights, Client Confidentiality
July 11, 2007	Good Body Mechanics, For Your Safety, Safety Checklist
August 15, 2007	Nutrition, Hydration, The Importance of Proper Nutrition and Hydration at All Ages
September 12, 2007	Obesity, Is It an Epidemic and What We, as Health Care Providers Do About It?
October 17, 2007	Infection Control, The Basics and The Inside Story
November 14, 2007	Fatigue: Manifestations and Management of Fatigue
December 12, 2007	Sharpening Your Assessment Skills, Enhancing Observation and Documentation Skills in Home Care

The schedule will be contingent of the number of nurses who sign up. So please call ahead to make sure that the class is being held.

The following classes will take place at the Peninsula Regent. January 17, March 21, June 13, September 12, December 12 – 2007. The rest of the classes will be held at the San Mateo training center . Please call and speak to Linda Elias, RN to schedule these classes. We also invite International Nurses to participate in internships which are four months in length.

Curriculum for this internship is as follows: Plan for four Month Visit – Two Clinical Presentations Each Month

Basic (Presentations)

First Month:
1. Class # 1 Introduction to English, Medical terminology, Abbreviations, Basic paperwork, reference materials
2. Class #2 The American Health Care system, Payment options for care, services provided and where and how, Insurance options, Medicare, Private payment, Medi-Cal.

Second Month:
1. Class # 3 Presentation on the public health system, Hospitals, Skilled Nursing Facilities
2. Class # 4 Alternative living settings including home, Independent Living Communities, Assisted Living Communities, Life Care Facilities

Third Month
1. Class # 5 The Home Care Concept – What is provided and how, what are the options available Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Medical Supplies.
2. Class # 6 High tech in home care to include IV therapy, Ventilator care, Tube feeding, Post surgeries Skilled nursing with high tech training to maintain these clients in the home, Pediatrics, Geriatrics

Fourth Month
1. Class # 7 Nurse management opportunities in the hospital setting, Case Management, Insurance Companies, Home care, Infusion Care, Durable Medical Equipment Companies, Specialities.
2. Class # 8 Presentation of chosen topics to the others in the group

Practicum

While the visitors will not be working, there will be ample opportunities for the Professors to “shadow” staff in as many settings as possible and to get a true flavor of the health care system in the United States.

Requirements at completion of visit:

A quiz will be given at the end of each section or month to test comprehension of the subject matter and to practice written English

In the last class a 15 minute presentation on a subject of interest covered during visit

Present a Research Papers (In English) on one of the topics covered during visit and how this visit will enhance nursing outlook and education in your country of origin.

Lodging will be made available by Nursing Resources.

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