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NEW Certification Programs Available for LTC Nurses

Care2Learn has partnered with the American Association for Long Term Care Nursing to provide an exclusive training opportunity for long-term care nursing professionals. Caregivers can now enjoy access to the first in a series of multi-course online Certification Programs developed by the AALTCN and adapted by the expert course design and development team at Care2Learn.

Through the completion of the new Certification Programs nursing professionals have a unique opportunity to distinguish themselves in the industry and advance their career opportunities through the power of education. AALTCN Certification demonstratse a commitment to superior patient care.

Director of Nursing in LTC: DON-CLTC™ Certification Program
 

The DON plays a vital role in the long-term care facility, acting as a liaison between residents and physicians to ensure optimal care is provided. The 20-hour Director of Nursing Certification Program examines all aspects of the DON’s role in the LTC facility and provides critical education about residents’ rights and care planning, personnel and financial management, and overseeing facility administration. Four unique course modules within the DON Certification Program include:

Module 1:  Administration of the Nursing Department in LTC Facilities
Provides a detailed look at the responsibilities of the LTC administrative staff, including policy and procedure preparation, determination of staffing needs, budget preparation and facilitation of interdepartmental teamwork

Module 2:  Leading and Developing Nursing Staff
Examines the role and responsibility of the DON in leading and developing the LTC facility nursing staff; explores recruitment, hiring, supervision, performance appraisal, staff development, time and stress management, union contracts and fair labor laws

Module 3:  Resident Assessment and Care
Covers resident assessment and care planning; provides a section-by-section overview of MDS 3.0 as well as additional assessment areas to ensure a holistic approach to care, and includes instruction on managing clinical emergencies, safe medication administration, and infection control

Module 4:  Creating a Safe, Caring Culture 
Outlines the major legal risks in the nursing home setting as well as residents’ rights and the components of a Quality Improvement program; lists the seven ethical principles guiding health care professionals and looks at complementary and alternative therapies in
long-term care

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