Nursing Courses / Workshops
Administration of Medication for Nurses - NRSG10027
Safe, accurate, effective and ethical medication administration is an important responsibility in nursing. Based on current standards of practice from CNO, nurses will discuss professional responsibilities in administrating medication as well as the knowledge, skill and judgement required to be competent.
Admission Requirements
Current Certificate of registration or letter of direction from College of Nurses of Ontario.
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Basic Footcare for RNs and RPNs - NRSGHZPAE
Update and expand knowledge and skills of RN or RPN as relates to foot care. Assessment, patient teaching and non-invasive foot care, including reduction of normal nails will be demonstrated and practiced in a lab setting. Prior to workshop, learners are to complete independent learning module and should NOT cut toenails. Bring proof of CNO registration to class.Theory of Advanced Footcare Practices-RNs & RPNs - NRSGHZ152
Focus on the assessment and care of high risk feet in theory and lab sessions. Pathological conditions and infection control are discussed and packing and strapping are practiced. Prerequisite: Basic foot care course from a community college within the past two years.Related Links
- College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (RPNAO)
- Nurses Entrepreneurial Foot Care Association of Canada (NEFCA)
Assessment Skills for Nurses - NRSGHZ215
RNs and RPNs will benefit from this practical course on assessment skills. Improve your knowledge and technical skills in physical assessment, history taking and documentation. Lab practice is included. Please bring your own stethoscope.Admission Requirements
Current Certificate of registration or letter of direction from College of Nurses.
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Operating Room Attendant - NRSGNSCD9
Focus on Operating Room Attendant role, infection control, decontamination, disinfection, sterilization, and workplace safety. You will also be required to complete a 75-hour clinical experience.
Peri Anaesthesia Nursing - NRSGNSC06
Develop nursing skills in pre-and-post-anesthesia and sedation practice in PeriAnesthesia environments such as Ambulatory Care, ICU, Preadmission Units, Labour and Delivery, Dental/Medical offices, etc.
Restorative Care - HSCIGER05
This course is designed to educate workers on how to improve functioning of residents in long-term care facilities. The course will focuse on an understanding of the principles of restorative care, assessment tools, mobility and ambulation, normalization activities, and record-keeping and evaluation. Applicants must be graduates of a certificate program in Health Science or Human Services.For more information about this course and its offerings, please browse our latest on-line catalogue or contact the Program Manager.
Intravenous Therapy - RN - NRSGNSC90
This course provides a comprehensive update for nurses caring for patients receiving IV therapy. Content includes a review of pertinent anatomy and physiology as a foundation for discussion on IV solutions, equipment, starting IVs, patient assessment and appropriate nursing care. Employing agencies will remain responsible forcertification in clinical IV skills.
Admission Requirements
Current Certificate of registration from College of Nurses.
Related Links
- College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO)
- Canadian Intravenous Nurses Association
Basic Blood Collection - MLSCML123
Involves all aspects of the safe collection of capillary and venous blood samples. Along with the theoretical aspects, skill practice involves the use of artificial arms. Appropriate for people working in clinical settings such as Doctor’s offices, blood collection centers, and hospital laboratories. Skills practice is done on artifical arms. Opportunites for practice on students volunteers will be available.
RPN Exam Preparation - HSCI10040
Prepare to write the College of Nurses Registration exams. Review content, discuss study and test taking strategies and answer practice tests. Practical Nursing students wishing to register must be completing semester IV. Internationally educated Nurses are to contact CARE Centre for Internationally Educated for examination preparation course specifically designed for IENs.RN Exam Preparation - HSCI10093
Prepare for success on the College of Nurses Registration Exam Learn strategies to approach critical thinking questions, review nursing content and practise testing taking skills online prior to attending an interactive tutorial sessions. Following each in-class session, you will be required to complete online case studies for the following week.Enhanced RPN Exam Preparation - HSCI10048
Benefit from interactiv tutorial sessions designed for those who have already attempted the CPNRE. You must purchase Evolve - Complete PN Online Case Studies at the McMaster Bookstore and bring your CPRNE results and a calculator to the first session.Enhanced RN Exam Preparation - HSCI10131
Designed specifically for individuals who have made at least one attempt on the CNRE examinations. Includes tutorials and online learning with tutor support. You must purchase Evolve - Complete RN Online Case Studies at the McMaster Bookstore and bring all your exam results and a calculator to the first class.
The Management of Wounds - HSCIHS127
Enhance your theoretical knowledge and practical skills as an RN or RPN in caring for patients with complex wounds, including leg ulcers, utilizing current evidence-based information. Course is considered equivalent to the S1 course offered by the Canadian Association of Wound Care. You must bring course manual, available online on eLearn@Mohawk course home page, to first class.
Paediatric Assessment: Infant to Young Adult - NRSG10057
Explore normal paediatric growth and development. Using case studies, simulations, and skills labs, complete head-to-toe assessments and examine atypical symptoms of prevalent illnesses. Community clinical setting. For RNs and RPNs.
Nursing Care of Children with Cardio Respiratory Disorder - NRSG10066
Focus on pediatric cardio respiratory disorders in a community context with emphasis on pathology, medical management, ongoing assessment, medication administration and other factors influencing patient wellbeing. Prerequisite: NRSG10057. Exemption from NRSG10057 may be granted via PLAR for RNs and RPNs who have current work experience with pediatric assessment.
Overview of Lymphology and Lymphedema Management - HSCI10154
Focus on the basics of lymphedema and related disorders and treatment options including compression & complex decongestive therapy. Examine the International Lymphedema Framework Movement and lymphology research and educational opportunities.
General Interest Health Sciences
We offer many General Interest courses and workshops each semester. Please consult the Health Sciences-General Interest section of our current catalogue.
