Restorative Nursing Assistant
Become an RNA with Santa Fe Springs Skills Academy.
The course provides training in restorative nursing assistant duties, including helping physical therapists, turning and repositioning patients after surgery or illness, feeding individuals with special nutrition needs, and managing weights and measurements.
$299
Price:
16-HOUR COURSE
Alumni Price: $200
Class Location: 100% online
Restorative Nursing Assistant (RNA)
Enroll at Santa Fe Springs Skills Academy to become a Restorative Nursing Assistant. In this course, students will learn Restorative Nursing techniques, including assisting physical therapists, repositioning patients after surgery, feeding with special nutrition needs, and managing weights and measurements.
16 hour class
$299
Topics Covered
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Aiding physical therapists
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Applying restorative care principles
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Guiding patients through a range of motion exercises
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Operating assistive devices and medical equipment
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Turning and repositioning patients post-surgery or illness
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Offering nutritional support to patients with special needs
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Managing weights
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Recording precise measurements
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Maintaining safety standards in restorative care
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Maintaining records and reporting
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Navigating ethical and legal considerations
Prerequisites
Required to be a certified CNA or a CNA student who will get certified after completing the program.
Student Responsibility
Need to have 16 consecutive hours available to take the class.
Course Materials Provided
Entirely digital course offering a certificate of completion.
Why Become an RNA?
Becoming a certified RNA presents multiple career benefits:
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Secure certification as a Restorative Nursing Assistant
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Strengthen your career opportunities in healthcare
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Connect with other professionals and peers in the field
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Strengthen job prospects in long-term care, rehabilitation centers, and home healthcare
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Develop vital patient care skills
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Utilize course materials, reference guides, and healthcare resources
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Stay knowledgeable about current practices and regulations in restorative healthcare.
Why Choose Santa Fe Springs Skills Academy for RNA Certification
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Established by committed nurses from the American Red Cross Nurse Assistant Training (NAT/CNA) Program
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Instructors with a decade of field experience
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Engage in innovative, hands-on clinical training
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Designated provider of the American Red Cross Nurse Assistant Training Program
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Certified by the California Department of Public Health
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Where can I find the registration files and where do I submit them?You may find the registration forms at https://www.laskillsacademy.com/account/registration.
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When are the registration files due?The dates are specific to the CNA program/class but here is a basic timeline of when you would be expected to submit the forms: Background Authorization: Due immediately after enrolling Physical/TB Forms: Due by orientation date Registration Forms/Enrollment Agreement: Due immediately after enrolling. You may complete all the forms online. Go to your account > Registration or https://www.laskillsacademy.com/account/registration
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I submitted the files, but don't know if they went through"Once you submit a form/file, there should be a green success message that pops up by the submit button. You will also get an automated email confirming that you submit that file. If you did not receive an email, you may email support@laskillsacademy.com to confirm that we received your files. Or chat with us on the right lower corner of your phone or screen.
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I do not have a scanner, how do I submit the signed documents?"You may complete the digital form under https://www.laskillsacademy.com/account/registration. TB, Physica, physical exam forms, covid vaccine records, flu shot records, and other medical documents should be emailed to documents@laskillscademy.com
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How long is CNA training?CNA training includes 60 hours of classroom/online theory lecture and 100 hours of supervised hands-on clinical experience at a local Skilled Nursing Facility. Approximate time frame from start to finish: FastTrack - 1 month Part-Time Evenings - 2 months Part-Time Weekend - 3 Months Our CNA training program is designed to prepare students with essential patient care skills and a solid foundation in safety principles. Upon the successful completion of the program and passing the CNA competency exam, graduates can become Certified Nursing Assistants. Additionally, graduates can pursue roles such as a home health aide or working at various healthcare facilities and nursing facilities.
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When are physical exams and TB tests due?Physical exams and TB tests for our Nursing Assistant Training (CNA Program) are due by your orientation date. If you are waiting for results and can not submit by orientation, you may submit the paperwork by the first day of class. Any other extension are provided on a case by case basis. Please call the office to discuss your options.
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Where can I get a physical exam and TB test?You can get them from your primary care physician or from urgent care clinics close to you. Please be sure to print our forms and take these forms to your doctor/ clinic. Download the blank physical exam form here Here are some of the Urgent Care Clinics you can go to in the Long Beach and Valley area at a reasonable cost. You may get your physical TB test and/or Chest X-ray in these locations. WellnessMart Laboratory Testing https://wellnessmart.com/contact/ Available in LA County, Orange County, San Bernardino County and many more locations. Open • Closes 6:30 PM Hours or services may vary Minute Clinic by CVS https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/clinic-locator/ca/ West Oaks Urgent Care Center20181 Saticoy StWinnetka, CA 91306 (818) 709-5700 Open • Closes 6:00 PM Hours or services may vary
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How often would I need to get COVID tested?A COVID test must be taken every week and we must have a record of your results for every week you are in clinical. *Covid results must display your full name and the result. *A negative COVID test is a requirement to attend and to continue attending the clinical. Covid results must be printed and handed to your instructor before entering the clinical site. Individuals with no negative covid test on-hand will be sent home and will need to make up the day. Covid test collection must be within 72 hours of the clinical day. Some facilities require twice per week testing- your instructor will inform you on any special requirement of the clinical site.
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Where can I get a COVID Test?To ensure quick results, we reccomend the following places: LA County LA COUNTY: https://covid19.lacounty.gov/testing/ ORANGE COUNTY: https://occovid19.ochealthinfo.com SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY: https://sbcovid19.com/testing/ Walk in and appointments available. *You may choose "healthcare worker" if asked. CVS https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing FREE TESTING https://www.covidclinic.org *For uninsured individuals: Please try the option: Healthcare professional or exposed to get the testing for free. Second-bio Lab @ LASA - Santa Fe Springs We also have a specimen drop off at our Santa Fe Springs location. Insured students are free. You may swab and register yourself and drop off the sample at the drop box by room 101. Pick up on Tuesdays and Fridays 2pm. 24 hours turn around. For support please call (626)-537-1352 or e-mail us at CS@secondbiolab.com
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Do you have payment plans available?Yes, we have payment plans available. Refer to https://www.laskillsacademy.com/payment-plan.
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How much is the CNA Training program?Our NAT tuition is $1,900 and includes: 160 hours of lecture and training NAT Textbook by American Red Cross Live Scan Fingerprinting Practice Tests Education and Career Counseling Job Fair / Job Assistance Online Support *Payment Plans available.
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There are no spots available at the moment. How can I be notified of new classes?To ensure that you are notified when a new class becomes available. You must be subscribled to the website. There are a few ways to make sure you will receive emails from us. 1. Create an account. Make sure you opt in for updates and emails. 2. Join the waitlist. Located at the bottom of the Classes + Pricing Page. Make sure you opt in for updates and emails.
Frequently Asked Questions
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