Wound Series: Pressure Ulcer Assessment, Interventions, and
Prevention
Date Updated: 4/30/2013 | More Information
The purpose of this Introductory Level course is to present current practices in the assessment, prevention, documentation, and treatment of pressure ulcers. This course was authored by M.J. Johnson, RN, MSN, CWS. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F314, L524, G121.
Alzheimer's Disease & Related Disorders (ADRD) for ALF Level Two
Date Updated: 4/30/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course is written to give the assisted living healthcare professional detailed information on behavior management, assistance with activities of daily living, and activities for residents with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders (ADRD). Stress management for caregivers and medical information will also be covered. Specific strategies are also included to help prevent malnutrition and dehydration in residents with ADRD. This course was authored by Carrie Steckl, Ph.D
Disaster Preparedness: A Template for Preparation for Long Term Care
Date Updated: 4/17/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will define the Federal Disaster and Emergency Guidelines; list the types of disasters and review the precautions and recommended action associated with these disasters. By Laura More, MSW, LCSW and Bradley Smith, NHA, BSG, MAOM. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F518.
Customer Care: How to Enhance Your Service Skills
Date Updated: 4/11/2013 | More Information
This is an Introductory Level course. Customer Service is often assumed to be just fine, especially our own? But is it? This comprehensive review of our customers, directed to the healthcare professional will remind you of so many different areas we need to be aware of. How are your listening skills? What kind of experience do your patients have in your facility? What about your families? Visitors? Our success depends not only on the quality of our professional skills but also (sometimes even more so) on the way we treat the customer! This course was authored by Mark Kremen.
Five Star Quality Measures for Long Term Care
Date Updated: 4/11/2013 | More Information
This Introductory course about the Five Star Quality Rating System was created by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS) to help consumers, their families, and caregivers compare nursing homes. This course teaches the methods, application, and impact of the Five Star Quality Measures Program to help facility management prepare for this rating system. This course was authored by Barbara Acello, RN and Laura More, LCSW.
Renal Nutrition
Date Updated: 3/29/2013 | More Information
This is an Intermediate Level course. According to the National Kidney Foundation, approximately 20 million Americans suffer from some type of renal disease. The numbers of those affected are increasing by about ten percent each year, due, the National Kidney Foundation states, to better diagnostics and longer life spans. Nutrition thus becomes that much more important. This course was authored by Mary Litchford, PhD, LD, RD. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F325, L597, G159.
Understanding Delirium in Long-Term Care
Date Updated: 3/28/2013 | More Information
The purpose of this Intermediate Level course is to prepare professional caregivers working in long-term care settings to understand, recognize, and assess delirium and to implement appropriate interventions to prevent the negative outcomes associated with delirium. This course was authored by Theris A. Touhy DNP, GCNS-BC, Professor at Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F157.
Ergonomics and Body Mechanics
Date Updated: 4/24/2013 | More Information
Many of the employee injuries in healthcare facilities today are caused by poor body mechanics. This Introductory Level course reviews the basics of body mechanics and ergonomics to protect yourself and your patients. This course was authored by Rosmira Ramirez, RPT, CWS. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F492, L797, L798, G117, G118.
Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Disorders (ADRD) for ALF Level 1
Date Updated: 4/17/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course provides the hospice professional with the latest information on Alzheimer's disease and related disorders and includes guidelines on working with ADRD patients. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: L797.
Risk Management in Long-Term Care
Date Updated: 4/5/2013 | More Information
This is an Introductory Level course. Few American industries have attracted as much attention in recent years as the nursing home industry. Due to changes in public demands, government regulations, high costs, and altered reimbursement, long-term care is now a high-risk business. As a long-term care provider, you must protect your community with a thorough and proactive approach to managing risk. In this course you will learn the common concepts of a complete risk management program. This course was authored by Kenneth Nanni, BS, MHA. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F223, F309, F314, F323.
Coaching for Better Performance
Date Updated: 3/29/2013 | More Information
This is an Introductory Level course. Today’s employees, do not respond well to bosses. They expect to be treated as full members of a team. Therefore, many managers today find themselves in the somewhat uncomfortable position of being a “coach.” Unfortunately, they are typically lacking in the knowledge and skills to master their new role. The ideas in this course are designed to help you become a coach in the very best sense of the word. This course was authored by Genene Blake.
Headache Types and Treatment
Date Updated: 3/29/2013 | More Information
In this course, the student will be instructed on how to identify different types of headaches and explain the most common triggers. Diagnostic and treatment techniques will also be discussed. NOTE: Many of the medications discussed are used off-label in the treatment of headaches. Neither ANCC’s Commission on Accreditation nor Care2Learn approves or endorses the medications noted.
HIPAA Privacy Standards for Everyone
Date Updated: 3/29/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will explain the purpose and provisions of the new HIPAA laws. The student will learn to recognize Protected Health Information (PHI) and identify ways to act in compliance with HIPAA laws. Possible situations will be given and the student will learn ways to handle them correctly. The result of breaking HIPAA laws will be discussed. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F164, L516, G111. This course was authored by Laura Franco and Susan J.G. Davis.
Hospice 101
Date Updated: 3/28/2013 | More Information
This is an Introductory Level course. A straightforward discussion of all aspects of hospice care presented in easy to understand question and answer (or fact or fiction)format. Cultural factors affecting death and dying are also discussed. This course was authored by Vicki Johnson, RN. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: L797, L798.
The Truth Behind Popular Fad Diets
Date Updated: 3/28/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will discuss how weight loss advice comes in many shapes and forms. Fad diets have been around for many years and new ones emerge every year. The word “fad” in the dictionary states, “A fashion in dress, behavior or speech that enjoys brief popularity”, the key word here being brief. Most fad diets lure people by their promise of quick and easy weight loss, making it hard to resist. Fad diets have one thing in common- a point of restraint. Some of these restraints come in the form of carbohydrates; some are calories, specific foods/food groups or fat. This can lead to severe nutritional deficiencies over time. Many of these diet crazes are not backed up by scientific research and/or credible organizations. This course was authored by Kim Tessmer, RD.
Grief and the Holidays
Date Updated: 3/28/2013 | More Information
The feeling of sadness and remorse due to the loss of a loved one is often amplified during the holiday season. Many individuals feel conflicted as to the appropriate way to recognize the holidays when a member of the family is no longer with them. This Introductory Level course provides recommendations for celebrating both the holidays and the lives of those that have passed on and provides caregivers with tools for helping others in this situation. Author: James A. Avery, MD, FACP,FCCP, FAAHPM Assistant Clinical Professor Mt. Sinai Medical School New York City.
Influenza: Seasonal, Avian, and Pandemic
Date Updated: 3/22/2013 | More Information
The threat of a flu pandemic is imminent. Understanding the origins, pathology, symptoms, and treatment of the various strains of influenza is required of those involved in preparing for an outbreak or in minimizing the effects of such an outbreak. This Intermediate Level course will help to familiarize the learner with various influenza types and provide information and guidelines for developing coping strategies to minimize its impact should a pandemic strike. This course was authored by John Freitas, DO. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F441, L577, L578, L579, L580, L581, L582, L733, L734, G206.
Domestic Violence: Awareness and Prevention
Date Updated: 3/13/2013 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will give healthcare professionals a guide to recognizing Domestic Violence and knowing how to intervene. More and more Domestic Violence is on the increase everywhere we go. The healthcare professional is in a unique position to put an end to some of this if you recognize it when you see it and know how to intervene. This class gives the basic information every healthcare professional should know about this heinous crime. This course was authored by Valerie Allen, EdD, NCSP, CM, CRC. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F223, F226, L508, G117, G118.
Rapid Review: Components of a Respiratory Assessment
Date Launched: 3/15/2013 | More Information
The purpose of this introductory course is to understand and to be able to effectively describe the common components and findings of a respiratory assessment. This course was authored by Cheryl Swann, RN-BC, BSN, WCC, LNHA & Jennifer Eubanks, RN.
Common Cardiac Conditions in Adults
Date Launched: 3/6/2013 | More Information
This introductory level course presents the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, treatment, risk factors, prevention, and patient education of the following cardiac conditions that are common in adults: Hypertension, Dyslipidemia and Atherosclerosis, Coronary Artery Disease, Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, and Cardiomyopathy. This course was authored by Maria Kneusel, RN BSN.
End of Life Care: Advance Directives
Date Updated: 3/5/2013 | More Information
The course will provide specific information about Advance Directives such as Living Wills and the Durable Power of Attorney. It will answer the most frequently asked questions and correct commonly held myths. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F156, F492, L797, G117, G118.
Rapid Review: Assessing Bowel Sounds
Date Launched: 2/15/2013 | More Information
The purpose of this introductory course is to describe the abnormal bowel sounds that may be heard upon auscultation of the abdomen and to describe the procedure for assessing bowel sounds. This course was authored by Cheryl Swann, RN-BC, BSN, WCC, LNHA & Jennifer Eubanks, RN.
Rapid Review: Assessing Breath Sounds
Date Launched: 2/8/2013 | More Information
This is a rapid review series introductory course. Evaluating breath sounds is a key component to any physical exam. This assessment helps to identify the presence of respiratory and/or cardiac conditions. By identifying potential issues with or changes in the respiratory and/or cardiac systems, you will be better able to prevent unnecessary hospital readmissions. In this course, we will identify the anatomical points of reference of the thorax and the anatomical location and structure of the lungs. We will explore the types of adventitious breath sounds that can be heard during an assessment and how to differentiate between them. Finally, we will examine the procedure for auscultation of the lungs. This course was authored by Cheryl Dillon.
Home Health Documentation: Writing an Effective CMS-485 or Plan of Care
Date Updated: 1/11/2013 | More Information
The CMS 485 is the standardized form that provides the necessary information for certification of skilled nursing services and justification for Medicare services. This Introductory Level course gives line-by-line instructions for filling out this important form. This course was authored by Diana Carey, RN. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: G159.
Common Respiratory Disorders
Date Launched: 1/7/2013 | More Information
This introductory course provides a review of the pulmonary function tests and adventitious sounds and presents common respiratory diseases and the role healthcare professionals play in each condition. This course was authored by Kiran Panesar, BPharm(Hons), MRPharmS, RPh, CPh.
Medicare Part D: An Overview of the Prescription Drug Benefit
Date Updated: 1/7/2013 | More Information
This introductory course provides the learner with an understanding of Medicare part D, how it originated, what it covers, and who qualifies as a beneficiary. This course was authored by Andrew S. Rosenthal, Pharm. D.
A Manager's Guide to Performance Appraisals
Date Launched: 12/31/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course covers the techniques required in employee performance evaluation. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk.
Coordination of Care in the Home Health Care Environment
Date Launched: 12/31/2012 | More Information
This Introductory course is intended to familiarize health care professionals with the concepts and framework of coordination of care with the understanding that the term “coordination of care” means different things to different people, depending on their role in patient care. This course was authored by Andrew S. Rosenthal, Pharm. D and Robin E. Cartwright, MS.
Cultural Diversity in Health Care
Date Updated: 12/27/2012 | More Information
This courses identifies key areas where cultural sensitivity is required, and discusses the beliefs and preferences of the most common cultures found in healthcare setting. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F497, L620, G215. The expiration date of this course is 8/24/15.
Alzheimer's Disease: Nutrition Intervention Strategies
Date Updated: 12/19/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will show how Alzheimer’s disease is a disorder of forgetfulness that eventually impacts the person’s ability to participate in activities of daily living. It takes a devastating toll on both patients and those who care for them. Those with Alzheimer’s disease experience immense fear and frustration as they struggle with simple tasks. Family, friends, and caregivers experience pain and stress as they watch Alzheimer’s disease slowly take their loved ones from them. Many individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia are cared for in institutional settings. Nutrition plays an important role meeting the needs of such persons. (Sparks, 2001) This course was authored by Beth Ellen DiLuglio, MS, RD, CCN, HFS, LD/N. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F325, L597, G159.
Critical Issues in Aging and Sexuality for LTC Professionals
Date Updated: 12/19/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course looks at the normal age-related changes that affect sexuality among the elderly, as well as the effects of medication and disease on sexual function. The student will explore the stereotypical age-biased views of sexuality in the elderly and learn to apply the ethical concepts of autonomy and dignity to sexual issues in long-term care settings. The risk of elders contracting AIDS and STDS will also be discussed. This course was authored by Paula Mendenhall, MA.
HCSSA Licensing Rules (DADS)
Date Updated: 12/18/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course provides the minimum licensing standards for Home and Community Support Services (HCSSA) required by the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services (DADS). By MaRanda Wilhite, BSHA.
Physical Restraints An Overview
Date Launched: 12/11/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course discusses a basic understanding of physical restraints, the negative effects, and alternatives.
Physical Restraints An Overview for Canada
Date Launched: 12/11/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course discusses a basic understanding of physical restraints, the negative effects, and alternatives.
Survival Skills for Caregivers
Date Updated: 11/30/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this Introductory course is to provide a realistic look at the challenges of caring for the elderly along with suggestions on how to cope with the most common problems encountered by caregivers.. This course was authored by Paula Mendenhall, MA.
Nutrition Risk: A Practical and Ethical Perspective
Date Updated: 11/19/2012 | More Information
This is an Intermediate Level course. This material offers ways of identifying patients at nutrition risk and explains the benefits of implementing a nutrition risk committee. The five main ethical principles involved in patient care are examined in detail, along with practical suggestions on how to use ethics in everyday situations, especially end-of-life dilemmas. This course was authored by Renate Hudson, RD, MS, LD.
Diabetes—An Overview
Date Launched: 11/16/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course was designed to provide an overview of the different types of diabetes, the possible causes and medical management techniques. It also looks at the complications associated with diabetes and the disease’s effect on the body. This course was authored by Maggie Eaton, RD, LD.
Communicating With the Elderly
Date Updated: 11/13/2012 | More Information
Communication is such a common word, but it plays a big part in our daily lives. As a caregiver, you want to serve your elderly patients and clients in the best manner possible. It's easy to see that a gap in communication could result in a wrong diagnoses, medication errors, or other problems. This course will help you to close that gap. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F246, F497, L620, G206, G215.
Elopement: Prevention and Action
Date Updated: 11/9/2012 | More Information
Once a resident is admitted to your facility, you are responsible for caring for that resident. If a resident is not able to make their own decisions regarding health care, it’s even more important to make sure that they remain safe. This course is designed to help the student identify residents at risk for elopement and provide prevention strategies. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F323.
Lockout/Tagout: OSHA Requirements
Date Updated: 11/8/2012 | More Information
To present OSHA regulations and guidelines for lockout and tagout of dangerous electrical equipment that will help assure employee safety. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F518, L797, G117, G118.
Care Basics: Fall Prevention
Date Updated: 11/7/2012 | More Information
One of the biggest problems in Long-Term Care is how to keep our residents safe from falls. The law requires that we provide a safe environment. This course will explain risk factors for falls and present prevention strategies. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F323, F497, L620, G206, G215.
Back Safety
Date Updated: 11/5/2012 | More Information
Even though work-related back injuries are the nation's number one occupational hazard, you can suffer back pain from activities at home as well. Much of what you learn in this course will help you all around the clock! In this Introductory course, you will learn the basics of back safety and ways to lift properly. This course was authored by Joyce Hoffman. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F492, L797, G117, G118.
Abuse and Neglect of the Elderly
Date Updated: 10/31/2012 | More Information
This is an Introductory Level course. Elder abuse is a disturbing reality in today's society. The risk of being abused, neglected, or exploited is real for many older people. Family members or other caregivers are most often the abusers. The problem crosses all geographic, socioeconomic, racial, and ethnic barriers. Healthcare workers must know how to recognize and report this heinous crime. Updated information on the Elder Justice Act is included. This course was authored by Marilyn Weese. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F223, F224, F226, F505, F508, F517, L737, G117, G118, G121.
Preventing Shaken Baby Syndrome – KY House Bill 285
Date Launched: 10/23/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will discuss how the overall goal of this course is to raise awareness of and decrease the incidence of Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS) and Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma (PAHT). Topics presented include: identifying predisposing factors, associated injuries, identifying those at risk for becoming a perpetrator, evaluation of the victim, and prevention strategies.
Texas House Bill 300
Date Launched: 10/23/2012 | More Information
This introductory level course presents the Texas Health and Safety Code and the Business and Commerce Code that have been amended by HB 300. The sections amended in these codes include medical records privacy, standards for electronic sharing of electronic health records, and personal identity theft. Differences between the Texas law and the Federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and Privacy Standards (HIPAA) also will be presented. This course was authored by Kimberly A. Mulquin, BSN, MBA, RN, CPHQ, CPRA.
Dementia Care: Approaches and Communication Techniques
Date Updated: 10/19/2012 | More Information
This introductory course was designed to provide communication tips and strategies for dealing with problem behaviors. This course was authored by Myrna Mele, APRN, BC. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F497, L620, G215.
Hazard Communication: Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and your Right to Know
Date Updated: 10/17/2012 | More Information
This introductory level course explains the updated OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HAZCOM) for the Warning Labels and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) of hazardous chemicals. The goal of the course is to help employees understand and use the information on both Warning Labels and SDSs to protect themselves when using or coming into contact with hazardous chemicals in their workplace. This course was authored by Robert C. Layman, CHCM. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F492, L797, G117, G118.
Violence in the Workplace
Date Updated: 10/15/2012 | More Information
This introductory level course presents the factors that contribute to violence in the workplace. You will learn how to spot problem behavior and prevent violent incidents. This course was authored by Genene Blake.
Personnel Administration
Date Updated: 10/1/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will introduce the student to the basic issues of personnel administration including the legal duties, proper business ethics as well as the social responsibilities. It will examine the laws that regulate employment relationships. The legal responsibilities and rights of the employer and employee will further be explained, as well as privacy, confidentiality and disclosure issues in the workplace. The laws and regulations concerning discrimination and harassment are also discussed. This course was authored by Marilyn Weese, Judy Harris BSN, MS, MSN, and Laura More, MSW, LCSW.
Home Care Basics
Date Updated: 9/26/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course discusses how the Home Health Agency’s way of doing business is shifting from a per visit based reimbursement system to a focus on quality care based on a lump sum payment. You may be new to home health care, or reviewing home care basics. Either way, you will be exposed to Medicare’s regulations; with new regulations every year. As part of your job as a home health care clinician, you must stay informed of the regulation changes. This course was authored by Susan Stell, RN, CHC.
Sexual Harassment: It’s a Matter of Respect
Date Updated: 9/26/2012 | More Information
This course explains in detail what sexual harassment is and what behaviors must be avoided in the workplace. Specific examples are presented, along with suggestions about how to prevent and respond to all forms of sexual harassment. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F492, L797, G117, G118.
A Closer Look at Elder Abuse
Date Updated: 9/25/2012 | More Information
The different types of elder abuse and neglect are examined in greater detail. Specific warning signs and examples are given. The student will learn to recognize cases of abuse and how to report them to the authorities. Updated information on the Elder Justice Act is included. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F223, F224, F226, L505, L508, L517, L737.
Regulatory Compliance in Healthcare Marketing
Date Updated: 9/18/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course was designed to give marketers of healthcare products and services a set of basic guidelines for complying with government regulations. This course was authored by MaRanda Wilhite, BSHA and Susan Stall, RN, CHC. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F492, L797, G117, G118.
Understanding Customer Service
Date Updated: 9/18/2012 | More Information
The course examines the roadblocks to providing good customer service and identifies four basic customer needs. This course was authored by Genene Blake.
Abuse & Neglect of the Elderly: An Overview
Date Updated: 9/14/2012 | More Information
The student will learn to recognize the different types of elder abuse and neglect: physical, verbal, emotional, sexual and financial. Ways of preventing the abuse will be discussed, as well as what to do if abuse is suspected. Examples are provided. Updated information on the Elder Justice Act is included. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: F223, F224, F226, L505, L508, L517, L737, G101, G121.
Edema Types, Causes, & Treatment
Date Launched: 9/10/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will provide basic information assisting the clinician on identifying the underlying causes of edema to include diseases or conditions, the appropriate treatment, and the importance of accurately documenting your findings. This course was authored by Bette Anderson, BSN. This course corresponds to the following tags: F314, F325, F329. The expiration date for this course is March 25, 2015.
Ethics and Jurisprudence for TN PT
Date Launched: 8/30/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this course is to educate the learner on the rules and regulations for the safe practice of physical therapy within the state of Tennessee.
Psychotropic Drugs
Date Launched: 8/30/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this introductory course is to explain the role of a staff member in a senior care community in reducing the use of psychotropic medications. It is important for staff to be knowledgeable of the appropriate uses of psychotropic medications, alternatives to psychotropic medications, and how to reduce the use of these medications.
Respiratory Anatomy and Physiology
Date Launched: 8/17/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course focuses on how the lungs and the respiratory tract deliver oxygen and eliminate carbon dioxide. This course was authored by Dana Bartlett, RN, MSN, MA, CSPI.
Lockout/Tagout Basics and Electrical Safety
Date Launched: 8/6/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course presents OSHA regulations for lockout and tagout of dangerous electrical equipment, as well as basic electrical safety information. This information will help assure employee safety in healthcare facilities. This course was authored by Laura More MSW, LCSW.
Role of the New Administrator in Long-Term Care
Date Updated: 8/2/2012 | More Information
This introductory level course will provide you with tips and techniques to help you succeed at your first facility as an administrator in a long-term care facility. The course will focus on skills and tasks you should prioritize in your new role. This course was authored by Barbara Acello and Laura More.
How People Age
Date Launched: 7/23/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this course is to introduce you to basic information on the physiological changes that occur as people age, basic demographics about the elderly population, and interventions that you can implement in your healthcare setting that will improve your patient’s quality of life.
Bullying on the Job
Date Launched: 7/17/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course describes what bullying is and how to respond to bullying from team members in the healthcare setting. This course was authored by Barbara Acello, MS, RN and Laura Grey Moore, MSW, LCSW.
Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology
Date Launched: 7/17/2012 | More Information
This course presents the anatomy and physiology of the cardiovascular system for healthcare professionals.
Team Building I: Team Member Roles
Date Updated: 7/17/2012 | More Information
This is the second course in the Team Building Series. In this 1-hour interactive online Intermediate Level course, you will learn more about the characteristics needed to be an effective team member, as well as the role of a team member. It covers ways to productively interact with other team members and how to enhance your role as an individual team member. Anyone can be a member, but there are special skills required to become a standout team member. By the end of this course, you will be able to identify the skills needed to have a successful team. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk.
Team Building II: Stages of Team Development
Date Updated: 7/16/2012 | More Information
'Team Building II: Stages of Team Development' is Part 2 of the Team Building series. For those of you that took 'Introduction to Team Building I: Team Member Roles', welcome back. This 1-hour interactive online Intermediate Level course identifies your team''s developmental stage and covers how to select appropriate team-building strategies. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk. This course will also answer many questions including:
- How do I get the team to loosen up and get to know one another at the first meeting?
- I need ideas for how to run a meeting, where can I get them?
- I would like some ideas on how to vote on issues. Where can I get them?
- What is the number one skill needed to be an effective team member?
Team Building V: Training, Icebreakers & Wrap-up
Date Updated: 7/16/2012 | More Information
Working in a team environment is a major learning experience for everyone involved. One of the greatest challenges is facilitating the learning of other team members as you learn yourself.
In this 1-hour interactive online Intermediate Level course, you will "learn-how-to-learn" the benefits of teamwork training, effective communications, creative skills, information application and more. You will receive an overview of the team learning principal as you discover it yourself and learn how it applies in team scenarios. This course covers methods for continuous improvement and maintaining learning enthusiasm as well as inter-team communication and cooperation through "ice-breakers" and team involvement games. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk.
Team Building III: The Role of the Team Leader
Date Updated: 7/13/2012 | More Information
With this Intermediate Level course, students will learn how to take the next step in becoming an effective team leader. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk.
Team Building IV: Conflict Management
Date Updated: 7/13/2012 | More Information
This 1-hour interactive online Intermediate Level course involves the unpleasant but unavoidable side of team leadership- trouble. It happens to every team, but don't despair. This course shows you how to recognize the signs of trouble and what to do when you find it.
You will also learn the importance of motivation and positive communication. By understanding that our basic human needs form the basis of all motivation (positive and negative) you will discover the benefits of reward, growth and challenge as motivational factors. Nothing moves without motivation and this course assists you in creating and maintaining positive and productive motivation. Keep your team happy and productive...and out of trouble. This course was authored by Donna Kolylarczyk.
Quick Business Writing Tips
Date Updated: 7/16/2012 | More Information
Effective business writing is a vital professional skill. Successfully getting your message across is fundamental whether you are simply writing short memos and letters, or multi-page reports and proposals. Written communication is often used to convey information to coordinate operations, perform tasks, answer questions, make decisions, or solve problems. To communicate effectively, a writer must know the intended audience and write specifically to that person or group. This one hour online Intermediate Level course covers the steps you need to take to be an effective and efficient writer: organizational strategies, formatting, drafting, and revising for style, grammar, and punctuation. This course includes a multiple choice quiz at the end of each section. This course was authored by Edward Shanahan.
Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) and Cognitive-Communication Issues in the School Aged Child
Date Launched: 6/29/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will discuss how Cognitive Communication challenges occur from a number of illnesses or injuries. This course will focus on the school aged child with traumatic brain injury. It will provide behaviors that may indicate problems, assessment and intervention strategies for use in the schools.
Bullying in Healthcare
Date Launched: 6/29/2012 | More Information
This Intermediate Level course provides information about bullying in the workplace, with strategies to recognize and prevent bullying behavior. This course was authored by Barbara Acello, RN and Laura More, LCSW.
Leadership for Managers and Supervisors
Date Launched: 6/29/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will help you develop and hone the leadership skills you need to be an effective, successful leader. It also teaches managers how to determine what motivates employees, and how to build teams. This course was authored by Edward Shanahan.
PPS Reform for Home Health
Date Updated: 6/29/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this program is to provide comprehensive education on the refinements to the prospective payment system (PPS) for home health effective January 1, 2008 and the implementation of OASIS-C on January 1, 2010. This course was authored by Sharon Molinari. This course corresponds to Federal Regulations: G117, G118.
Creating and Maintaining a Nurturing Workplace
Date Updated: 6/28/2012 | More Information
The goal: retaining the finest healthcare professionals. This Introductory Level course focuses on presenting the key factors involved in employee turnover. Employee's needs, motivations, and behavioral styles are discussed. The basic traits of a nurturing manager are presented with examples of the principal management styles of successful leaders. This course was authored by Genene Blake and Nora Busby.
Tactical Time Management: An Advanced Course
Date Updated: 6/26/2012 | More Information
This 1-hour interactive online advanced course on time management builds on the foundation of “The Seven Steps to Mastering Time,” also offered on RedVector.com. It contains two segments: Phase 1 of the course details 20 tactics for staying organized; Phase 2 introduces 16 concepts that typically are not identified as time management tools that have significant impact on your overall performance. This course was authored by Tim O'Brien, M.S.
Total Parenteral Nutrition
Date Launched: 6/26/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will provide basic information on the current nursing practices for the administration of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) in a variety of settings for optimum patient outcomes. This course was authored by Bette Anderson BSN This course relates to the following tags: F312; F325; F328; G159; L597
Clostridium Difficile
Date Launched: 6/18/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course is designed to demonstrate how Clostridium difficile affects your practice in the healthcare setting. The pathophysiology of the organism, risk factors, symptoms and diagnostics, treatment options, and the control and prevention of the spread of this disease are presented. This course was authored by Bette Anderson, BSN. This course corresponds to the following tags: F441, L577, L578, L579, L580, L581, L582, L733, L734, G117, G121
Ethics for Occupational Therapists
Date Launched: 6/18/2012 | More Information
Healthcare professionals are constantly confronted with a variety of ethical and moral dilemmas. Their decisions can have long-range effects professionally and personally. This course will address many of the common dilemmas that face healthcare professionals, and offer solutions based on typical scenarios.
The Aging Process: An Overview
Date Launched: 6/18/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course provides the clinician with basic information on how the growing aging population will affect clinical practice. Topics presented include physiological and psychological changes, fall risk and interventions that foster successful aging and enhance quality of life.This course was authored by (Insert author Bette Anderson, BSN.
Jurisprudence for Tennessee PT’s
Date Launched: 5/23/2012 | More Information
The purpose of this course is to educate the learner on the rules and regulations for the safe practice of physical therapy within the state of Tennessee.
Shoulder Impingement & Rehabilitation Techniques
Date Updated: 5/23/2012 | More Information
This is an Intermediate Level course. The student will learn to identify pertinent shoulder anatomy and biomechanics related to shoulder dysfunction, as well as evaluate muscle imbalances related to shoulder impingement. Safe, effective and efficient shoulder rehabilitation exercises are presented along with photos and instructions on how to perform the exercises properly. This course was authored by Eric Oestmann, PhD, MS, PT. Lisa Jenkins, MPT, BBA and Terrie Stewart, OTR/L.
Electrical Stimulation Modalities (TENS, Interferential, Neuromuscular Stimulation)
Date Launched: 4/27/2012 | More Information
This Intermediate Level course guides learners through the general considerations and specific applications/treatment techniques with proven research for three (3) contemporary and popular electrical stimulation modalities (e.g. TENS, Interferential Estim, and Neuromuscular NMES). The purpose of this continuing education course is to teach the learner how to safely, effectively and efficiently apply electrical stimulation modality treatments.
Use of Group Intervention in the Educational Setting
Date Launched: 4/10/2012 | More Information
This course provides an overview of the use of group intervention in the educational setting. Literature support for group intervention, application to IDEA, barriers and facilitators of group session are presented. General ideas for planning sensorimotor activities and collecting outcomes are also discussed.
This course is currently under accreditations review. If you enroll in the course prior to approval you may be required to retake the course should any changes be required. If no changes are required, continuing education will be awarded upon date of approval.
Zero Tolerance: Abuse of Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Date Launched: 3/12/2012 | More Information
This course provides information on abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals with developmental disabilities. It explains how often they happen, how they happen, and why they happen. You also will be provided information on how to identify and report potentially abusive situations, and ways to help prevent abuse, neglect, and exploitation of individuals with developmental disabilities.
Preventing Rehospitalization in Long Term Care: Nursing Approaches
Date Launched: 2/21/2012 | More Information
This Intermediate Level course is to provide nurses with information about the problem of hospital readmissions in skilled nursing facilities, and nursing approaches that can help reduce unnecessary rehospitalizations. This course was authored by Barbara Acello, RN Disclosures: There is no conflict of interest or relevant financial interest by the presenter(s) or planners of this activity There is no commercial support of this activity There is no endorsement of any product by Care2Learn for this activity Expiration date for this course is 2/15/2015 Successful Completion: To successfully complete this activity, the participant must read all activity materials, achieve an 80% or higher on the post-test, and complete the course evaluation.
Managing Global Communication in the 21st Century
Date Launched: 2/3/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will discuss the 21st century skills: communication, collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and core values. The development of global competence will be presented.
Practical Strategies for Mental Health Promotion in Children & Youth
Date Launched: 6/18/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course emphasizes how occupational therapy practitioners can help all children develop and maintain positive mental health – which is reflected in the presence of positive affect, positive psychological and social functioning, productive activities, and resilience in the face of adversities. Practical strategies for promoting mental health at Tier 1 (all children; e.g., mental health literacy), Tier 2 (at-risk; e.g., those with disabilities or who are bullied), and Tier 3 (those with mental health concerns; e.g., anxiety, depression) will be shared. Examples will illustrate how attention to mental health promotion can be naturally embedded into everyday practice.
A Workload Approach: Determining Caseload Ratios for SLPs
Date Launched: 1/31/2012 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will provide participants with an understanding of a workload approach that can be used to determine caseload ratios for school-based SLPs. Participants will also receive guidance on how to conduct a workload analysis and make recommendations to administrators.
QIS: Quality Indicator Survey Process
Date Launched: 1/4/2012 | More Information
To introduce the post acute care healthcare professional to the QIS process.
Language Assessments For Students From Other Cultural & Linguistic Backgrounds (Part 1)
Date Launched: 3/27/2011 | More Information
This Introductory Level course will provide an overview of best practices in evaluating, assessing and diagnosing language disorders in the student who is a second language learner - age 3-14. Special emphasis will be placed application of these best assessment practices within the demanding constraints of the public school setting. A model will be presented which can be used with students of any language background.