Nursing Assistant Training Program
Dallas Retirement Village proudly offers a Nursing Assistant Training Program, taught hands-on by a Registered Nurse with more than 40 years of experience in the nursing field.
Details:
The Nursing Assistant Training Program course is designed to give individuals the skills and knowledge to pass the Oregon State Board of Nursing (OSBN) certification test, laying the foundation to become a compassionate and experienced care provider.
Fee:
The course is free. Dallas Retirement Village believes in social accountability and supports those who wish to expand their education and expertise in the healthcare industry – especially those who enjoy working with the senior population.
Students who wish to achieve an Oregon State Board of Nursing certification will be required to submit an application for the certification test and fingerprinting. The application testing fee is $106 and fingerprinting costs are $70.50. These fees are paid by Dallas Retirement Village if the student has accepted a position at Dallas Retirement Village, otherwise these fees are the responsibility of the student.
Materials:
Textbook and workbook are provided by Dallas Retirement Village.
Process:
- Applications must be submitted online and completed in full.
- Applicants will be contacted by Dallas Retirement Village to set up an interview with a teaching Registered Nurse and a student background check will be performed.
- Two Letters of Reference are required to be submitted at the time of the student interview.
- Course Information:
- Classes are ongoing throughout the year; each session lasts approximately 4 weeks. Dates for upcoming classes can be found at the bottom of the application or by calling 503-623-1818.
Before classes begin, a short orientation is held to review class policies, student expectations, and tour the nursing facility.
The course consists of both a classroom and clinical component and will last approximately 4 weeks from the start of class to graduation day.
Schedule: *
Classroom: Monday through Thursday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Clinical: Monday through Thursday 6:00 am to 2:15 pm
*Subject to change for the purpose of accommodating holidays
Questions: email: cnice@drvhome.com (preferred) or call 503-623-1818.
Qualifications: Applicants must be at least 18 years of age due to the lift equipment required use instructions.
