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CNA Test Prep Classes In Sarasota

This is the moment you’ve been waiting for. Time to take a leap and change something in your life. Do you have a passion to help other people?

Hospitals and health care facilities are hiring licensed  CNA and this is where jobs are available if you have the desire and commitment to helping patients in need.

RIGHT ACCORD TRAINING CENTER in Sarasota is offering a 2 week CNA exam prep classes to prepare you challenge the Florida CNA examination.

This test prep classes are designed to help you pass the CNA Test administered by the Florida Board of Nursing. You need to pass the CNA test to receive your license or certificate.

We provide you with a textbook and additional materials to learn the skills you will be tested on. Our instructors are Registered Nurses and will guide you to real hands-on experience with professional video to enhance your learning.

Classes are offered monthly with morning and evening sessions and weekend schedule also available.

This class is also available in Spanish for students whom want to take the written test in Spanish.

For more information about our classes call: (941)366-0801 or vist our website at www.RightAccordTrainingCenter.com


Being A Certified Nursing Assistant

When you become a certified nursing assistant, you will need to ask yourself a question of what makes a good nursing assistant.

Being a certified nursing assistant requires preparation such as examination preparation and satisfying the licensing requirements and readiness for the challenges ahead.

Now that you have taken the first step to attend a course a test preparation and ready to challenge the Florida State licensing examination or you already passed the test, you need to examine yourself and your personal qualities.

You may use a trait and attitude checklist to see where you stand. Most of the successful Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) have done an inventory of themselves to create a road map to become successful.

You may answer yes or no to the following:

  1. I am trustworthy, dependable and honest
  2. I relate easily to new people
  3. I make friends quickly
  4. I enjoy working with people
  5. I get along well with others
  6. I am sensitive to the feeling of others
  7. I am considerate and tactful
  8. I want to help people
  9. I try to be gracious and polite at all times
  10. I get satisfaction when serving others
  11. I show sympathy and patience with others
  12. I try to control my temper when provoked
  13. I work the work I am asked to do is important for the patient
  14. I want to improve my performance as necessary
  15. I like to learn new things all the time
  16. I rarely let my private life/issues interfere with my job
  17. When work is heavy and everyone is stressed out, I try to work a little harder
  18. I have a good sense of humor
  19. I exercise regularly or find a way to reduce my stress
  20. I feel a great sense of satisfaction from helping others who are less able to help themselves

If you answer more yes than no, then you are well way on being an excellent certified nursing assistant.

Right Accord Training Center is the finest training center located in Sarasota, Florida. The school is dedicated to preparing students to become a certified nursing assistant. Test preparatory courses are available to help students challenge the Florida State Board of Nursing CNA state licensing requirements.

The CNA prep course is full of excellent information to assist you in becoming a CNA.  Our 2 week program is designed to provide additional information not just practice skills and test questions review but mandatory continuing education courses necessary to get you a job as a CNA in Sarasota and Manatee County, Florida. For more information call: (941)366-0801 or visit our website at www.rightaccordtrainingcenter.com

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Sarasota’s Finest Training Center for C N A

What Do I Learn In A CNA Course?

CNA Courses are designed in many different ways. Whenever you decide to join a CNA course to prepare you to challenge the Florida State CNA test, you will be learning theories and skills to become a competent certified nursing assistant.

Some Basic Nursing Assistant Tasks and Procedures to learn and provided to you by RIGHT ACCORD Training Center are:

  1. Keeping your client informed of any procedure that you will or about to perform.
  2. Observing, recording, and reporting any changes in the client’s condition and keeping records of your client’s care activities.
  3. Controlling the spread of infections in the home by using proper handwashing techniques, maintenance of a clean environment for the client.
  4. Assisting client with use of equipment such as wheelchair, walker, commode, or mechanical lift.
  5. making client’s bed and changing linens as often as needed to maintain a clean, dry and comfortable bed for the client.
  6. Clean any equipment used in the care of the client.
  7. Doing laundry to wash client’s clothing, bed linens, and towels as needed.
  8. Lifting, moving and transporting the client and assisting with ambulation.
  9. Assisting with range of motion exercises as ordered.
  10. Positioning the immobilized clients or those who are unable to move themselves.
  11. Assisting the client with personal care. Personal care means bathing, shampooing, dressing, shaving, nail and foot care, toileting, oral hygiene and perineal care.
  12. Recording client’s intake and output in a dedicated form to document the readings.
  13. Change or reinforce non-sterile dressing and apply non-medicated lotions or ointments.
  14. Cooking, preparing and serving a client’s meal. It can include grocey shopping and cooking, following therapeutic dietary regimen and feeds the cleint as necessary. Offer client in between meal nourishment as necessary.
  15. Observing, measuring, and documenting vital signs, height and weight.

These are only basic tasks and more information is provided to you by your instructor when you attend the CNA Course. CNA Challenge test preparation is brought to you by Right Accord Training Center to take Florida CNA Test.  The course provides Certified Nursing Assistant test preparation and hands-on skillls training in Sarasota. The CNA course provides you with a CNA tool kit which includes a hard cover textbook, blood pressure apparatus with stethoscope, gait belt and many more.

RIGHT ACCORD Training Center is a CNA training school for those who are ready to make a shift in their career to become a part of the health care team. This is a great stepping stone to your nursing career.

For more information to prepare you on your way to becoming a CNA in Sarasota or Manatee County, please call (941)366-0801 or visit our website at www.RightAccordTrainingCenter.com

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Florida Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) In-Service Hours Approved!

If you are a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)  in Florida, the deadline to complete your in-service training hours is on December 31, 2009.

Click here to start your online course: www.rightaccordhealth.com and click CONTINUING EDUCATION.

We are your one stop shop for all your continuing education courses needs. It is fast, convenient, and easy to understand courses approved by the Florida Board of Nursing.

Worry free. When completed, you may print your certificate. We will send the report of your continuing education credit to the  professional board.


Florida Certified Nurses Aides (CNA) Continuing Education Courses

Florida law requires all Certified Nursing Assistants to complete an approved continuing education courses before December 31, 2009.

For approved courses, visit us at: www.rightaccordhealth.com and follow link to CONTINUING EDUCATION.


Continuing Education Courses for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) License in Florida

Do you need continuing education courses to renew your Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in Florida before December 31, 2009?

It can be difficult to find time in your very busy schedule to complete the necessary continuing education courses to keep you up to date and in time to renew your Florida license. That’s why, here at RIGHT ACCORD, we can make it easy and convenient for you to complete the course requirements at an easy to read and at your own pace program right at your fingertips.

All Florida Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) are now in a 12 month or 24 month renewal cycle and must complete 12 hours or 24 hours of continuing education during each renewal period.

If you need CEUs immediately please complete courses on line. Upon completion, you can print your certificate. CE Certificate will be automatically reported to your professional board through the CEBroker that you have satisfied the required hours. CEBroker is a private contractor charged by the state to verify that licensees complete their required continuing education. No need for you to submit the certificate.

To start, Click here: www.rightaccordhealth.com

Every Certified Nursing Assistant must meet 12 hours of in-service training each calendar year.

For candidates certified during the calendar year, the minimum in-service hours required shall be prorated at the rate of 1.0 hours per month from the month of initial certification to the end of the calendar year.

Every 2 years, in-service training hours shall include, but are not limited to, the following areas:

  1. HIV / AIDS, Infection Control
  2. Domestic Violence
  3. Medical Record Documentation and Legal Aspects Appropriate to Nursing Assistants
  4. Resident Rights
  5. Communication with Conginitvely Impaired Clients
  6. CPR Skills
  7. Medical Error Prevention and Safety

We have the solution for you before the deadline in meeting the requirements for continuing education courses to renew your Certified Nursing Assistant license in Florida.

Click here to begin: www.rightaccordhealth.com and follow the link to CONTINUING EDUCATION.

For jobs, please visit our website www.rightaccordhealth.com


Caregiver Support Groups Available in Sarasota, Florida

Are you a caregiver and not sure where to find help and support in Sarasota, Florida?

Family caregivers are faced with difficult problems especially when caring for someone with debilitating condition such as Alzheimer’s disease (AD) or Parkinson’s Disease.

Caregivers need to examine what they know about their resources and what they know about themselves. Here are some helpful questions:

  • How have you coped with stressful situations in the past?
  • How do you typically respond to stress?
  • How does stress affect you?
  • What are the emotional and physical effects you usually have when stressed?
  • Do you believe you are capable of solving most problems?
  • Do you believe you must do everything yourself?
  • Can other people be helpful even though they cannot provide help like you?
  • If you were having trouble managing a problem, who would you go for help?
  • Are you really helpful when you are feeling stressed?

Supportive services are available for caregivers in Sarasota. Senior Friendship Centers has a Caregiver Resource Center called the Living Room. The Adult Day Services provide the comforts of home with trained staff and volunteers facilitating social, educational, and recreational activities.  Caregivers and families are assured their loved one is treated respectfully and with personal attention.

Caregiver Support Group meets Thursdays, 10 am – 11:30 am for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer’s or Dementia – related diseases.

Evening Caregiver Support Group meets Tuesdays, 6pm-7pm facilitated by Paula Falk, Director of CRC. Telephone (941) 556-3268.

Monthly Support Group meets third Monday of the month at 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm. Individuals who are no longer caregiving and would like to meet with others who are dealing with life transitions are welcome to join.

Weekly Journaling Group meets on Fridays from 1pm-2:30pm. Journaling provides participants an opportunity to express themselves through writing, promotes healing and peace of mind.

For more information of the different available support groups and activities at the Sarasota Senior Friendship Center, please call (941) 556-3268.

Senior Friendship Center is located at:

1820 Brother Geenen Way, Sarasota, Florida 34236.

For in-home care assistance FREE assessment, visit us at: www.rightaccordhealth.com


What Causes Falls in the Elderly? How Can I Help Prevent a Fall?

What causes falls in the elderly and how can I help prevent a fall?

Falls are often due to hazards that are easy to overlook but easy to fix.

Falls are the top cause of accidents in people over age 65. Falls are also the main cause of serious injuries and accidental deaths in older people.

Even older people who appear to be strong and well can fall. Falling is a real threat to their ability to live on their own.

What are some causes of falls?

The normal changes of aging, like poor eyesight or poor hearing, can make you more likely to fall. Illness and physical condition can affect your strength and balance. Poor lighting ot throw rugs in the home can make them more likely to trip or slip.

The side effects of some medicines can upset the balance and make them fall. Medicines for depression, sleep problems and high blood pressure often is the cause of falls. Some medicines for diabetes and heart conditions can also make unsteady on your feet.

Clients may be more likely to fall if they are taking four or more medicines. They are also likely to fall if there has been a change in the medication within the past two weeks.

Help can be done by simply looking around the house or place of residence by using this fall prevention checklist:

Check that pets are not in your way.

Check that you are not dizzy before starting to move.

Stand up slowly and walk carefully.

Check clutter to prevent slipping or tripping:

  • keep clutter out of pathways
  • keep e;ectrical cords out of the flow of traffic

Check all rugs, runners, and mats to prevent slipping or tripping.

  • Rugs and runners tend to slide. Double-faced adhesive carpet tape or rubber mats can be used to prevent rugs from sliding. tack down carpet edges to avoid tripping or remove throw rugs.
  • watch each step as you move to different surfaces.

Check the telephone so they can get help:

  • Locate the telephone where it is accessible in the event of an accident that may leave the client unable to stand.
  • Suggest by buying cordless phone to keep with them as they move about.
  • Post emergency numbers near the phone
  • Suggest using a medical alert call button system. It is a good safety feature to have.

Check cupboards and closets to ensure self-storage:

  • Organize cupboards and closets. Place frequently used items on shelves between waist and shoulder level to prevent climbing or stooping which may risk in a fall.
  • If they need to reach a high shelf, is there a sturdy stool.

Check the bathroom to prevent slips and falls:

  • Equip bathtubs and showers with non-skid mats and adhesive strips to prevent slipping.
  • Is there grab bars? They help client get in and out of the tub or shower safely. They also help prevent falls.
  • Locate a light switch ( a glowing switch that can be seen in the dark ) near the entrance of the bathroom. Nightlights are helpful too.
  • Suggest a shower bench to bathe.

RIGHT ACCORD Private Duty-Home Health Care is committed to Fall Prevention at home for Sarasota and Manatee County senior residents. We provide a free in-home fall risk assessment done by our experienced clinicians to assist the elderly in keeping them safe at home and free from fall. A comprehensive fall assessment tool is used to find out what causes falls in the elderly at home and how we can help to prevent a fall. The clinician will inform seniors any modifications necessary depending on the outcome and degree of risk of the senior for falling. RIGHT ACCORD’s mission is to keep elderly in their homes as long as they possibly can.

For FREE Fall Assessment or In-home care asssitance, visit us at:

www.rightaccordhealth.com


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Press Release: RIGHT ACCORD Earns Finalist in Sarasota Reader's Choice Award

Press Release:

October 9, 2009

Sarasota, Florida. RIGHT ACCORD Private Duty-Home Care is proud to be chosen by the Sarasota community as a finalist in the Herald Tribune’s 2009 Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Home Health Care Agency in Sarasota, Florida.

RIGHT ACCORD’s owner Rosemarie Tamunday-Casanova is a nurse with over 20 years of experience, and who is committed to compassionate caring of the elderly and disabled who prefer in-home care. Families are assured peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are being cared for by compassionate and qualified care providers. Clients are assisted in maintaining their independence as long as they possibly can while reducing the burdens of caregiving imposed on family members.

RIGHT ACCORD Private Duty-Home Care refers Home Health Aides, Certified Nurse’s Aides, homemakers, companions, personal attendants, and caregivers as 24Hour live-ins or hourly basis. All care providers are bonded and insured, properly screened and background checked. Skilled nurses are available on an as-needed basis. A Registered Nurse in on call 24 hours a day.

To schedule for FREE in-home care assessment, call or visit us at:

www.rightaccordhealth.com


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