Command Spanish for Nursing
Purpose
To prepare non-Spanish-speaking nurses to provide medical care and attention to Spanish-speaking patients in medical office settings and in hospitals. In addition to workplace Spanish language, this program provides transcultural training for nurses and future nurses. Emphasis is placed on enhancing quality of patient care.
No prior knowledge of Spanish necessary
Objectives
With Spanish for Nursing, you will be able to do the following (and more) in Spanish:
- obtain basic information and history about the patient
- perform physical assessment including vital signs
- prepare patients for surgery or other procedures
- administer medications and injections
- feed and bathe patients
- assist and interact with the patient’s family
- indicate knowledge of Hispanic health system
- reduce Hispanic fear of hospital settings
- honor patient’s requests
- assist in emergency situations
- perform routine procedures
Intended Audience
This program is intended for practicing B.S.N.s, R.N.s, L.P.N.s, and C.N.A.s.
Participants will receive:
A 106 page manual and 2 audio CDs contains over 400 Spanish phrases, commands, and questions that are needed by non-Spanish-speaking nurses where Spanish-speaking patients are present.
Schedule
| Course # | Day | Date | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CDV 176 | Friday | 5/04-6/08 No class on 5/25 |
1-4 p.m. | TECH 208 |
Cost
$125.00 per participant (includes the cost of materials)
Registration
To register for this course call C & CD registration at 636-922-8233. Deadline for registration is April 23, 2007
For more information please call 636-922-8474 or visit us at www.stchas.edu/workforcedevelopment.