Course Code: REL-PAC-0-ACGC
Hours: 1
Type: Online Course
Content Expiration Date: 12/31/2028
Learning Objectives:
Identify at least two common caregiver pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Describe how to build a healthy relationship with the older adults you care for.
Discuss the rules and regulations related to caregiver conduct.
Outline:
Section 1: Introduction
About This Course
Learning Objectives
Section 2: Basic Human Rights
Conduct
Privacy
Abuse
Your Responsibility to Report Abuse
Abuse Scenarios
Review
Summary
Section 3: Communicating to Build Trust
Communicating
Therapeutic Communication
Parts of Communication
Listening
Giving Advice
Building Trust Through Conversation
Communication Scenario
Communication with Coworkers
Review
Summary
Section 4: Your Role as a Caregiver
Conduct with Coworkers
Meeting Basic Human Needs
Professionalism
Caregiver Code of Conduct
Qualities of a Good Caregiver
Review
Summary
Section 5: Conclusion
Course Summary
Course Contributor
References
Writer: Kathleen Koopmann, RN, BSN
Kathleen is a seasoned subject matter expert in post-acute care, with over 37 years of clinical and teaching experience spanning both acute and post-acute care settings. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Western Governors University and received specialized infection control training through the North Carolina Statewide Program for Infection Control and Epidemiology, in collaboration with NCDHHS and the University of North Carolina. Kathleen's diverse career includes roles in long-term care, acute care, occupational health, and nursing education. Most recently, she served as a Staff Development Coordinator and Infection Control Practitioner in long-term care, where she played a pivotal role in staff education and infection prevention.
Target Audience:
The target audience for this course is: All Staff; in the following settings: Skilled Nursing Facility.
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Course Delivery Method and Format
Asynchronous Distance Learning with interactivity which includes quizzes with questions/answers, and posttests.