Nevada Laboratory Assistant & Blood Gas Assistant CE Renewal Package -10 contact hours (1.0 CE unit):
In accordance with NAC 652.455, Laboratory Assistants and Blood Gas Assistants must complete 10 contact hours (1 CE Unit) of continuing education within the two years preceding their license renewal. Acorn CE courses qualify as self-instruction, non-supervised continuing education activities accepted by the State of Nevada DPBH – Medical Laboratory Advisory Committee, allowing participants to conveniently meet renewal requirements online.
It meets the renewal requirements established by the State of Nevada, Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH) under the Nevada Administrative Code (NAC) Chapter 652 – Medical Laboratories, Laboratory Personnel, and Laboratory Facilities, Section 652.455 — Continuing Education: Requirements; Approved and Unapproved Courses; Documentation.
Upon completing the course, a certificate of completion will be automatically generated, containing all required information. This certificate can be used for license renewal submission.
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The Nevada Laboratory Assistant & Blood Gas Assistant CE Renewal Package considers of three course totaling 10 contact hours (1 CE unit)
Pre-Analytical Processing and Phlebotomy with Arterial Blood Gas 2025 – 5 units CE
Learning Objectives:
- Understand Laboratory Operations and Regulatory Compliance: Develop foundational knowledge of laboratory operations, including specimen handling, quality assurance, documentation practices, equipment maintenance, and compliance with CLIA and state laboratory regulations to ensure accurate testing and uphold laboratory standards.
- Gain Proficiency in Phlebotomy Techniques and Best Practices: Acquire essential skills in phlebotomy, including basic anatomy, venipuncture, fingerstick, heelstick, blood culture collection, sample tube selection, arterial blood gas and infection control to ensure accurate and safe blood collection.
- Explore Career Options and Innovations in Phlebotomy: Discover various career paths available for phlebotomists, including specialized roles, and stay informed about the latest innovations and advancements in the field of phlebotomy.
Medical Error Prevention Online CE: Essential Training for Healthcare Professionals – 2 Hours CE
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the causes and impact of medical errors – Learn about the most common types of medical errors, including diagnostic, treatment, and preventive errors, and how they contribute to patient harm and healthcare costs.
- Review Florida’s legal requirements for medical error prevention and reporting – Explore mandatory reporting process for significant errors, and the steps involved in conducting a Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to prevent future errors.
- Develop strategies to reduce the occurrence of medical errors – Discover evidence-based practices for minimizing errors, including improving communication, using technological tools like Electronic Health Records (EHRs), and fostering a culture of safety within healthcare teams.
Comprehensive Guide to HIV/AIDS Online Course – 3 Units CEU
Learning Objectives:
- Understand HIV transmission and prevention methods – Learn how HIV is transmitted and explore prevention strategies such as condom use, PrEP, and needle exchange programs.
- Explain the lifecycle and biology of HIV – Understand how HIV infects and replicates in the body, weakening the immune system.
- Identify HIV testing methods and their importance – Discover different HIV testing options, their accuracy, and the significance of early detection.
- Explore advancements in HIV treatment – Gain insights into antiretroviral therapy (ART), including drug classes, treatment goals, and adherence challenges.
- Recognize global efforts and legal considerations in HIV care – Review the global response to HIV/AIDS and understand the legal and ethical issues surrounding patient care and non-discrimination.
Course Author:
Michael Yu, MS, MBA, MLS (ASCP), RHIA, is a licensed Clinical Laboratory Scientist in California, Florida, and Hawaii, certified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist by ASCP. He holds a Master of Science in Medical Laboratory Science from George Washington University and a Master of Business Administration from Loma Linda University.
Michael previously served as a phlebotomy program lecturer for the UCLA School of Medicine, Center for Prehospital Care. He is also a contributor to the Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) Document Development Committee.
Users will have 90 days to access and complete the course after purchase. If you need additional time, please email [email protected]
