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      MedCerts

      Nursing Assistant Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Assistance, Medical Terminology, Pathology, Conflict Management, Professionalism, Trustworthiness, Direct Patient Care, Emotional Intelligence, Caregiving, Professional Development, Oral Hygiene, Anatomy, Home Health Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Toileting, Time Management, Nutrition and Diet, Biology, Vital Signs, Communication

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us

      Skills you'll gain: Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, Respiration, Pulmonology, Health Assessment, Cardiology, Neurology, Patient Evaluation, Anatomy

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Become an EMT

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Trauma Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Vital Signs, Maternal Health, Child Health, Pharmacotherapy, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Pulmonology, Medical Equipment and Technology, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Acute Care, Automated External Defibrillator, Respiratory Care, Medication Administration, Pharmacology, Neurology, Cardiology, Medical History Documentation

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Integrative Nursing

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Nursing, Nursing Process, Nursing Management, Nursing Practices, Mindfulness, Nursing Care, Compassion, Clinical Nursing, Stress Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Treatment Planning, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Clinical Leadership, Clinical Research, Caregiving, Pharmacology, Patient Education and Support, Personal Development

      4.8
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      893 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Peking University

      Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理)

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Nursing, Nursing Care, Clinical Nursing, Patient Education And Counseling, Preventative Care, Care Management, Patient Treatment, Treatment Planning, Pathology, Health Assessment, Surgery, Radiology, Pharmacology, Medical Imaging, Epidemiology

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      27 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MedCerts

      Nursing Assistant Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Assistance, Direct Patient Care, Caregiving, Oral Hygiene, Home Health Care, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Toileting, Nursing Homes, Nursing Practices, Healthcare Ethics, Medical Privacy, Personal Care, Communication

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

      Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes

      Skills you'll gain: Infection Control, Nursing Homes, Cleanliness, Sanitation, Patient Safety, Infectious Diseases, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Urology, Epidemiology

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      The Nurse's Toolkit

      Skills you'll gain: Splinting, Emergency Nursing, Critical Care, Trauma Care, Emergency and Intensive Care, Respiratory Care, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Nursing Care, Intensive Care Medicine, Acute Care, Medical Emergency, Nursing Process, Nursing, Emergency Medicine, Patient Treatment, Health Assessment, Patient Evaluation, Vital Signs, Anatomy

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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Professional Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Clinical Leadership, Nursing Administration, Nursing Management, Train The Trainer, Nursing, Interpersonal Communications, Learning Strategies, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship, Health Informatics, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Needs Assessment, Nursing Practices, Innovation, Health Care

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Nursing Informatics Training and Education

      Skills you'll gain: Train The Trainer, Leadership, Nursing, Learning Strategies, Mentorship, Health Informatics, Instructional Design, Education Software and Technology, Needs Assessment, Coaching, Educational Materials

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Nursing Fundamentals: Skills for Patient Care Excellence

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Nursing, Nursing Care, Nursing Process, Nursing Practices, Nursing, Care Management, Patient Safety, Health Assessment, Patient Education And Counseling, Medication Administration, Infection Control, Acute Care, Communication, Collaboration, Prioritization, Project Documentation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The State University of New York

      Foundations for Assisting in Home Care

      Skills you'll gain: Developmental Disabilities, Home Health Care, Nutrition and Diet, Geriatrics, Cultural Diversity, Caregiving, Working With Children, Disabilities, Mental and Behavioral Health, Pediatrics, Patient Education And Counseling, Social Skills, Personal Care, Patient Safety

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      641 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular nursing courses

    • Nursing Assistant Fundamentals: MedCerts
    • Vital Signs: Understanding What the Body Is Telling Us: University of Pennsylvania
    • Become an EMT: University of Colorado System
    • Integrative Nursing: University of Minnesota
    • Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理): Peking University
    • Nursing Assistant Essentials: MedCerts
    • Infection Prevention in Nursing Homes: The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • The Nurse's Toolkit: University of Michigan
    • Nursing Informatics Leadership: University of Minnesota
    • Nursing Informatics Training and Education: University of Minnesota

    Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing

    Although the specific duties may vary, nursing generally involves treating injured or ill patients. The job not only requires you to tend to physical ailments, but also to keep patients calm and comfortable before, during, and after procedures. Nursing can take place in various settings, including hospitals, schools, nursing homes, and at a patient's home. Nurses often work alongside doctors and surgeons to offer comprehensive care to patients.‎

    An education in nursing can help prepare you for numerous positions, including pain management nurse, critical care nurse, nurse educator, school nurse, or telemedicine nurse. Pain management nurses work with patients who suffer from chronic pain or pain resulting from a medical procedure. If you excel at keeping your cool under pressure, you can find work as a critical care nurse. Critical care nurses spend their time in intensive-care units, working to stabilize critically ill patients. Nurse educator is a less intense path to take. The job involves training other nurses, and it's a suitable position if you have a talent for teaching others. If you like kids, you can work as a school nurse at a local elementary, middle, or high school. Telemedicine nursing is a task that involves counseling patients via telephone calls or the internet. The job requires excellent communication skills, as you won't be present to physically assist the patient.‎

    Online nursing courses will help you gain a thorough understanding of subjects such as anatomy, patient safety, and trauma care. You'll develop important skills such as reading vital signs and treating pain. Instructors use reading assignments and lectures to guide you and quizzes to assess your understanding of the material. These online courses are ideal if you want to further your education but also want the flexibility to tackle subjects at your own pace.‎

    Online Nursing courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Nursing skills. Choose from a wide range of Nursing courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Nursing, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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