Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant
The earner of this badge has been certified as a Patient Care Technician/Assistant and has passed the accredited, high-stakes certification examination through the National Healthcareer Association. They possess a foundational comprehension of the essential skills requisite for the role of a Patient Care Technician/Assistant.
The National Healthcareer Association (NHA) is the largest allied health certification agency in the United States, with over 1.25 million certifications awarded since 1989. Each NHA certification exam is designed to evaluate the knowledge and skills associated with the performance of tasks required for entry-level practice in the field that is the subject matter of the exam.
Skills / Knowledge
- Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, catheter care, etc)
- Assist with patient ambulation and repositioning
- Acquire, distribute and administer patient care supplies
- Perform safety checks and ensure cleanliness in patient rooms
- Obtain EKG readings and monitor vital signs
- Perform phlebotomy procedures
- Provide emotional support to patients and families.
- Communication and Professionalism
Earning Criteria
Required
Must meet the eligibility requirements and pass the NCCA accredited exam from NHA
Optional
The test plan outlines the knowledge and tasks that are on the exam.
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