Nurse Aide

The following health programs at Johnston Community College require that all entering students be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide Registry in order to be admitted: Associate Degree Nursing, Cardiovascular Sonography, and Medical Sonography.

Please refer to the Admission Policy for those programs for dates to be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide Registry.

The Therapeutic and Diagnostic Services: Nurse Aide Pathway is encouraged for all Pre-Health Science students pursuing the following programs: 

Associate Degree Nursing 

Radiography 

Medical Sonography  

Cardiovascular Sonography

The Nurse Aide Pathway requires all students to Apply to Johnston Community College.

Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) are important healthcare providers who support patients with daily activities and supply routine care such as assessing temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, activities of daily living and providing nursing assistant procedures. Supervised by a registered nurse or license practical nurse, CNAs are commonly referred to as the "eyes and ears" of the nurse because they spend more time observing and interacting with patients.

This training provides insight into patient care that will prove invaluable as you pursue your nursing, sonography or health sciences career. Another common term for CNA is Nurse Aide I.

Nurse Aide I: Must be at least 16.5 years old at the start of the course.

Nurse Aide II: Must be at least 18 years old and listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry.

Nurse Aide I: No prerequisites.

Nurse Aide II:

Must have successfully completed Nurse Aide I.

Must be listed on the North Carolina Nurse Aide I Registry with no substantiated findings.

Must hold a current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification.

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification (must remain valid for the entire course).

Two-step Tuberculosis skin test.

Up-to-date immunizations, including:

Hepatitis B (or signed waiver)

Measles, Mumps, and Rubella

Varicella (Chickenpox)

Tetanus (within last 10 years)

Seasonal Influenza (flu shot)

Review the technical standards for this program
Technical Standards

Required at all times during class, labs & clinicals.

Must wear student uniform to class.

Must wear white nonskid leather shoes.

Must wear a Name Badge.

Must have a Stethoscope for Nurse Aide I & II 

Nurse Aide I

Estimated Cost and Expenses
Prices subject to change without notice.

Tuition: $219

Background check and drug screen estimated: $125

Name tag: $14.50 plus tax

Nurse Aide 1 Skills Pack: $20.15 plus tax

Nurse Aide 1 Handbook: $40.90 plus tax

Hartman's Nursing Assistant: $55.00 plus tax, recommended but not required-NEW 4th edition

Handouts: $12.95 plus tax

Uniform: $42.50 plus tax (Top and Bottom)

American Heart Association Basic Life Support class: $80.75

Division of Health Services Regulation (DHSR) Exam: $140.00

Nurse Aide II

Estimated Cost and Expenses
Prices subject to change without notice.

Tuition: $219

Background check and drug screen estimated: $125

Advanced Skills: $120.00 plus tax

Name Tag: $14.50 plus tax

CNA 2 Skills Pack: $12.29 plus tax

Uniform for Clinical: $42.50 plus tax

Handout: $11.65 plus tax

Immunizations: Vary

American Heart Association Basic Life Support: $80.75

Attendance Policy

Attendance is Mandatory. Missing more than eight hours of class, lab, or clinical time may result in dismissal.

Make-up Assignments are required for the amount of time missed up to 8 hours.

Punctuality is Required. Students are considered tardy one minute after the scheduled start time.

Grading Policy

Minimum Passing Score: 78% (no rounding of grades).

Students must pass ALL components (classroom, lab, and clinical) to successfully complete the course.

Refund and Withdrawal Policy

100% Refund if withdrawing before the first class.

75% Refund if withdrawing within the first 10% of the class duration.

Transfers to another section depend on availability.

Your Uniform: The Professional Appearance Policy

1. Your uniform is distinctive and is representative of the Continuing Education Health Sciences Programs of Johnston Community College. Your uniform identifies you as a student of the Continuing Education Health Sciences Programs and indicates to others many of your individual and professional standards. Carelessness in professional appearance indicates carelessness in other aspects. Students must wear uniforms to class, lab and clinical.
2. Your uniform is always to be clean, neat, ironed and well fitting. If weight changes or shrinkage occurs, uniforms are to be altered accordingly. The uniform is to be of an attractive and workable length. No extremes will be permitted.
3. I.D. badge is to be worn on chest. Students shall not be in the clinical area without I.D. badge.
4. Shoes and laces must always be clean. A nonskid, leather white shoe for NA/CVT programs and black leather, Nonskid for Phlebotomy which provides good support is required no shoes can be higher than 1 1/2". NO open toe or open heel shoes. No bold colors or canvas shoes are allowed.
5. Hose are to be worn with a uniform skirt and socks are to be worn with pants with shoes. Uniform top and pants are preferred uniform from school adopted uniform in Caribbean blue.
6. Never wear your uniform where it will make you conspicuous. Change immediately after returning from class/clinical. When in doubt about when or where to wear your uniform, consult your instructor.
7. While in uniform, hair must be clean and neat. If hair touches the collar or if it falls in the face, the student must keep hair pulled back or up while in clinical assignments. Nails must be cleaned, short, and no nail polish is allowed. No artificial nails or false eyelashes or items that may impede student from wearing face masks or face shields are allowed. Students are allowed to wear one ring and one stud earring in each ear. No ear ring bars and gauges allowed. Hair must also be of natural color, no pink, green, blue, purple, red colors etc. are allowed. Dreadlocks must be tied back, also. No caps, wraps or headdresses are allowed.
8. Wear one traditional watch with second hand. No smart watches allowed in the clinical setting
9. No other jewelry allowed. No visible body, tongue or facial piercing allowed.
10. Conduct yourself at all times as a professional person. Use moderation in tone of voice and laughter. Be courteous, understanding, kind and considerate to your fellow students, staff, doctors, and patients and people-in-general. Remember that while you are in uniform, you are representing your school and your profession. This is an honor, an opportunity and an obligation.
11. If uniform is torn or in poor condition you will be required to purchase a new uniform.
12. Students may wear white crew-neck (round) shirt with their clinical uniform (long sleeve or short sleeve). No print on undershirts. All students wearing undershirts MUST be tucked in.
13. Perfumes/Colognes and scented lotions may not be worn.
14. All tattoos must be covered any location on the body. If using a sleeve to cover, sleeves must be white. 

    
    You must also adhere to your assigned clinical dress code policies which will be discussed at your clinical orientation.
    If a student should fail to follow the dress code policy on any shift:

    1. First violation, during the semester the student will be verbally warned and a written report of the violation will be placed on file by the Instructor.
    2. Second violation, if student fails to comply, dismissal from class will be afforded.

1. Your signature is required to acknowledge that you understand and agree to the program policies, guidelines, and expectations.

Policy Agreement
You will receive an email to book an appointment for registration after signing the policy agreement.

2. Pay tuition and fees.

3. Access the ViewPoint Portal to purchase and upload the following:

Purchase a Background Check and Drug Screening (Required for all programs before clinical). JCC will not accept background check results from any company other than 

Background Check and Drug Screening must be done after registration and prior to the first day of Nurse Aide I class. You will receive an email with a barcode for the drug screen which should be taken to Labcorp.

Physical Examination - upload the completed Medical form in ViewPoint.

Annual physical examination (PDF) (Must be completed on ViewPoint form and valid throughout the course)

 Viewpoint Portal

Submit Required Documents to the Health Education or Nurse Aide Faculty in the Elsee Building:

• Completed Registration Form that you receive from the department.
• Copies of photo identification, Social Security card, and educational documents.
• Proof of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification (if required for your program). 

Based on your background, drug screen results, and medical document manager, the clinical facility will decide if you are accepted into clinical.