Nursing Courses

In accordance with the American Association of Critical Care Nurses, the purpose of this course is to provide healthcare professionals with a detailed approach to cardiac dysrhythmia interpretation, as well as cardiovascular anatomy and physiology, electrophysiology and treatments of dysrhythmia. This course follows American Heart Association's ACLS guidelines.

Objectives:

• Describe the general anatomical structures of the heart.
• Identify the heart’s electrical properties
• Describe the right-versus the left-sided mechanical functions of the heart.
• Explain proper electrode placement for EKG monitoring.
• Identify the components of the normal EKG complex.
• Utilize the 5-step method for EKG interpretation.
• Identify the criteria for arrhythmias, clinical significance and treatment modalities.
• Identify the assessment sequence and techniques for pulmonary, cardiac and vascular diseases.
• Describe different types of vascular diseases and their complications.
• Outline diagnosis and treatment of acute coronary syndrome (ACS).
• Perform a 12 lead and right-sided EKG.
• Identify frequently used telemetry cardiac drugs, mechanism of action, side effects, adverse effects and nursing considerations.

This class is highly recommended for RNs and LPNs employed in telemetry, step-down units, CCU, ICU, and ER paramedics, EMTs, respiratory therapists, medical students and exercise physiologists. Learn More

The 8 hour Advanced/Difficult Airway course will prepare you to more effectively meet the challenges of advanced airway management in the field by focusing exclusively on the difficult and failed airway.

Professional faculty members utilize the latest in simulation technology to instruct you how to recognize and manage the difficult and failed airway. The course also includes extensive hands-on labs, scenario based and use of simulation.

Supplemental or failed intubation skills such as effective bagging, esophageal airways, laryngeal airways and ventilators will be incorporated. Learn More

The Basic EKG course, which consists of 16 hours of home study and 8 hours of class time which will earn the applicant 24 CEU hours of credit, is designed to help the student interpret the rhythm and also understand the anatomy and physiology of the heart and circulatory system. Students who are new to the medical field will benefit most from this class as it would be a great pre-requisite for first time ACLS attendees. The class is also beneficial for anyone applying to be a monitor technician or patient care associate.

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This course is a 4 day course for the registered nurse who wishes to complete the requirements for the American Association of Critical Care Nurses Certification.
Pre-requisite: Sound knowledge of 12-Lead EKG, review and quiz will be given first day. Students unable to pass will not be allowed to continue the course.

Student recommendation: Registered Nurse with 3 years of practical training.
Suggested book: Pass CCRN!, ISBN: 798-0-323-2592-8

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The goal of this program is to provide plenty of ‘hands on’ experience..

Class Restrictions: Tampa/Jacksonville: A minumum of 6 participants are needed (otherwise subject to cancellation).

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This 30 hour certification course is comprised of 14 hours of pre-study with a guide and a test which must be completed prior to class. Study guide will be e-mailed after registration is complete. Class Restrictions: Tampa/Jacksonville: A minumum of 5 participants are needed (otherwise subject to cancellation). Learn More

Neonatal Resuscitation, 6th Edition ISBN: 978-158110498-1 This book includes a companion DVD-ROM (for use on both PC and MAC). Active learning features on the DVD include multi-decision point scenarios and randomly generated clinical problems and outcomes. Learn More