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2008 Education Schedule
New Employee
Orientations
The following Orientation programs are only offered to Palisades Medical
Center employees. The Human Resource Department handles registration.
Hospitalwide Orientation
This one-day program is required for all newly hired personnel. The
program introduces key administrative staff and reviews personnel policy
and procedures. The class times are 8:30am-5: 00pm.
• January 7
• February 4
• March 3
• April 7
• May 5
• June 2
• July 7
• August 4
• September 8
• October 6
• November 3
• December 1
Clinical Orientation-RN/LPN
Full Time/Part Time
This program is designed to orient the newly hired registered nurse
and other selected clinical staff to the patient care policies and
procedures. The course includes classes, clinical experience and
competency assessment. The length of the orientation is
individualized to meet the needs of each new employee.
• January 8
• March 4
• May 6
• July 8
• September 9
• November 4
Per Diem/Agency
This program is designed to orient the newly hired per diem/agency
registered nurse to the patient care policies and procedures. This
course includes a self-learning manual, class, clinical experience
and competency assessment.
• February 5
• April 8
• June 3
• August 5
• October 7
• December 2
Nursing Assistant/OBT/ORT/EMT Orientation
This one-week program is designed to orient experienced nursing
assistants, OBTs, ORTs and EMTS to the patient care policies and
procedures. The course includes classes, clinical experience and
competency assessment.
• May 27
• December 15
• Additional classes as needed
Unit Secretary Orientation
This three-week program is designed to orient unit secretaries to
the policies and procedures of their position. Classes include an
introduction to the computer system. The manager arranges for
clinical experience with a preceptor after successful completion of
the program.
• January 14
• June 16
• November 17
• Additional classes as needed
Specialty Nursing Orientations
Perinatal Orientation
This 12 week, self-paced program is offered to all newly hired RN’s
for the obstetrical service. Contents include postpartum, nursery
and labor and delivery. Prerequisites include Human Resources
Orientation and Clinical Orientation.
• Scheduled as necessary
Pediatric Workshop
This one-day program is for RNs who will be assigned to pediatric
patients. Topics include growth and development, pharmacology and
calculations, nursing assessments and emergency management.
• Scheduled as necessary
Security Orientation
This two-day program is designed to orient all newly hired security
officers to the policies and procedures of their position. Classes
include Customer Service and Non-Violent Behavior Intervention.
• Scheduled as necessary
BCLS Programs
Initial BCLS for Healthcare Providers
This course offers initial certification to healthcare providers.
Content includes: one-man and two-man CPR, obstructed airway,
bag-mask ventilation, child and infant CPR and AED. Simulated
testing and written exam must be completed. Registration is
required. Fee for non-PMC employees $75.00. All classes are
7:00am-3: 00pm
• February 19
• May 20
• September 23
• November 18
Renewal BCLS for Healthcare Providers
This program is offered for all that are currently BCLS certified.
Renewal must be completed prior to the certification expiration
date. All participants must successfully demonstrate skills and a
written exam. Registration is not required. Fee for non-PMC
employees is $45.00.
• January 22 (7am-2pm)
• March 19 (2pm-10pm)
• May 21 (7am-2pm)
• June 17 (7am-2pm)
• August 12 (7am-2pm)
• October 15 (2pm-10pm)
• November 19(7am-2pm)
• December 9 (7am-2pm)
BCLS for Physicians
This program offers certification to all PMC physicians. Content
includes: one-man and two-man CPR, obstructed airway, bag-mask
ventilation, child and infant CPR and AED. Simulated testing and
written exam must be completed. Registration is required. All
classes will be held in the auditorium.
• Scheduled as necessary
Heart Saver AED
Heart Saver is a course offered by the American Heart Association
for healthcare staff. It requires a demonstration of skills in CPR
and foreign body obstruction for adults and children. Class will be
held in the auditorium. Registration is required. The fee for
non-PMC employees is $75.00.
• February 20 (7am-3pm)
• September 24 (7am-3pm)
Renewal Heart Saver AED
This program is offered for all who hold a current Heart Saver AED
card. Renewal must be completed prior to the expiration date. All
participants must successfully demonstrate skills. Registration is
required. Fee for non-PMC employees is $45.00.
• April 15 (7am-2pm)
• December 10 (7am-2pm)
NRP Course
NRP is a course offered by the American Academy of Pediatrics and
American Heart Association. It requires a written evaluation and
demonstration of skills in initial newborn resuscitation, equipment,
ventilation, chest compressions, endotracheal intubation and
medication. Pre-registration is required. The fee for non-PMC
employees is $ 125.00 (Initial), $65.00 (Renewal)
Initial Course (8am-4pm)
• May 8
• October 9
Renewal Course (8am-12noon or 1pm-5: 00pm)
• May 9
• October 8
Advanced Life Support Courses
The following programs are sponsored by Englewood Hospital Training
Center. Special arrangements are available for Palisades Medical
Center employees. Registration is required; please call ex. 5244.
For non-PMC staff, please contact the training center directly at
201-894-3443. Please note registration deadlines, which must be
adhered to, in order for participants to receive materials in
sufficient time to prepare for the course.
All courses except the * classes are held at Englewood Hospital from
9am-5pm.
ACLS Initial Provider Course
All classes are scheduled for 9am-5pm. Course pre-requisites include
current AHA Health Care Provider Completion Card (CPR). Registration
is required and the deadline is one week prior to the start date,
indicated in parentheses.
• January 11 & 18 (Deadline 12/28/07)
• March 14 & 21(Deadline 2/20/08)
• May 2 & 9 (Deadline 4/18/08)
• June 6 & 13 (Deadline 5/16/08)
• September 5 & 12 (Deadline 8/22/08)
• November 7 & 14 (Deadline 10/24/08)
ACLS Renewal Provider Course
All classes are scheduled for 9am-5pm. Course pre-requisites include
a current AHA Health Care Provider Completion Card (CPR) and current
ACLS Provider Completion Card. Registration is required and the
deadline is one week prior to the start date, indicated in
parentheses.
• January 25 (Deadline 1/11/08)
• March 15 (Deadline 2/29/08)
• March 28 (Deadline 3/14/07)
• March 3 & 10 (6pm-10pm, Deadline 2/19/08)
• May 16 (Deadline 5/2/08)
• May 30 (Deadline 5/16/08)
• June 2 & 9 (6pm-10pm, Deadline 5/19/08)
• June 14 (Deadline 5/30/08)
• June 27 (Deadline 6/13/08)
• September 2 & 8 (6pm-10pm, Deadline
8/18/08)
• September 13 (Deadline 8/29/08)
• September 26 (Deadline 9/12/08)
• November 3 & 10 (6pm-10pm, Deadline 10/20/08)
• November 15 (Deadline 10/3108)
• November 21 (Deadline 11/7/08)
PALS Initial Provider Course
All classes are scheduled for 9am-5pm. Course pre-requisites include
a current AHA Health Care Provider Completion Card (CPR).
Registration is required and the deadline is one week prior to the
start date, in parentheses.
• February 1 & 8 (Deadline 1/18/08)
• April 4 & 11 (Deadline 3/21/08)
• July 11 & 18 (Deadline 6/27/08)
• October 3 & 10 (Deadline 9/19/08)
• December 5 & 12 (Deadline 11/21/08)
PALS Renewal Provider Course
All classes are scheduled from 9am-5pm. Course pre-requisites
include current AHA Health Care Provider Completion Card (CPR) and
current AHA PALS Completion Card. Registration is required and the
deadline is one week prior to the start date, indicated in
parentheses.
• February.15 (Deadline 2/1/08)
• February 22 (Deadline 2/8/08)
• April 18 (Deadline 4/4/08)
• April 25 (Deadline 4/11/08)
• July 25 (Deadline 7/11/08)
• October 24 (Deadline 10/10/08)
• October 31 (Deadline 10/17/08)
• December 19 (Deadline 12/5/08)
Continuing Education Courses
The following courses will have continuing education credits
supplied. In order to obtain CE credits you must attend 80% of the
program. Palisades Medical Center is an approved provider of
continuing education by the New Jersey State Nurses Association,
Provider Number P198-12/07-10. NJSNA is accredited by the ANCC
Commission on Accreditation of the American Nurses’ Association.
Preceptor Workshop
This one day 6.6 contact hours workshop prepares staff to precept
newly hired employees. Content includes adult learning principles,
competency assessment, assessment, providing feedback, clinical
evaluation and documentation. Pre-requisites are one year’s
experience and recommendation from their supervisor. Hours 8am-4pm.
Fee for non-PMC staff $100.00.
• February 13 (7am-3pm)
• April 18 (7am-3pm)
• September 25 (7am-3pm)
• November 21 (7am-3pm)
Charge Nurse Workshop
This one day 6.8 contact hours workshop prepares the RN for assuming
the role of charge nurse. Content includes adult learning
principles, competency assessment, providing feedback, clinical
evaluation and documentation. Pre-requisites are one years’
experience and recommendation from their supervisor. Hours 8am-4pm.
• Fee for non-PMC staff $125.00
• Scheduled according to need or request.
Critical Care Course
This six day 39.3 contact hour course utilizes a systematic format
to address care of the critically ill patient. Systems included:
cardio-vascular, pulmonary, GI/GU, endocrine, nervous, and renal.
Pre-requisite basic EKG course. Hours 8am-4pm. Pre-registration is
required, call ex. 5244. Fee for non-PMC staff $400.00
• Twice per year-dates TBA
Basic Arrhythmia Course
This two day 10.9 contact hour course provides the nurse with basic
knowledge in interpreting cardiac monitor strips. Content includes
competency assessment, clinical evaluation and documentation. Hours
9am-5pm. Pre-registration is required, call ex. 5244.
• Fee for non-PMC staff $150.00.
• March Dates TBA
• October Dates TBA
IV Therapy Course
This one day 6.5 contact hour course provides the RN/LPN with the
clinical knowledge and skills necessary so that he may practice IV
therapy. Content includes competency assessment, clinical
evaluation, documentation and demonstration of skills. Hours
7am-3pm. Pre-registration is required, call ex. 5244.
• Fee for
non-PMC staff $125.00
• February 28
• April 24
• September 24
• December 10
The Emergency Severity Index (ESI): A Five Level Triage System
This 8 hour, 7 contact hour course will be offered to PMC Emergency
Room RNs who will be assigned to work in triage. Prerequisites
include: One-year ER experience and recommendation from the
supervisor. Pre-registration is required, call ex. 5244.
• As requested
Trauma
This 8 hour, 6.9 contact hour course will be offered to PMC
Emergency Room RNs. A minimum of 8 contact hours of education every
two years in basic trauma assessment, intervention and stabilization
is required. Hours 8am-4pm. Pre-registration is required, call ex.
5244.
• Dates TBA
Pediatric Assessment
This 3.3 contact hour course will be offered to all staff that
administer care to pediatric patients. Pre-registration is required.
• Call extension 5244
• Offered twice per year
• Dates TBA
IV Drips
This 2.7 contact hour class will be offered to all Nursing staff in
the ER, Medical-Surgical units, CCU.
• Pre-registration is required,
call extension 5244
• Scheduled per request
Herbal Supplements and Drug Interactions
This one hour and thirty minute, 1.2 contact hour class provides the
staff with the basic herbal classifications, actions and
precautions, and food interactions. Hours 10am-11: 30 am.
Pre-registration is required, call ex.5244. Fee for non-PMC staff
$20.00.
• March 21
• October 17
Stroke Care
This one day, 7.2 contact hour class provides staff with
information, recognition and treatment regarding stroke
• Scheduled as necessary
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
This 2.4 contact hour class identifies the conditions for treatment,
contraindications and nursing care.
• February 27 (9am-11:30am)
• October 30 (9am-11:30am)
JCAHO/OSHA Mandatory Education
This is a yearly requirement for all full time, part time, per diem
employees, volunteers and contracted workers. Education requirements
from JCAHO/OSHA are completed via the CareLearning program.
Information will be provided in January.
• Available from February to December
Inservices
The following is a list of inservices offered for all departments.
Additional inservices are scheduled as needed or requested. Flyers
containing the location, dates and times of the inservices will be
distributed a month prior to presentations.
• Joint Commission 2008 NPSGs (January)
• Recognizing and Responding to Changes in Patient Condition (February)
• Hypertension: Prevention and Care (February)
• Meeting the Needs of the patient with an Ostomy (April)
• Infection Control: C Diff (May)
• Type 2 Diabetes: A Preventable Disorder (August)
• Body Temperature: What Does it Really Mean? (November)
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