NAT Skills Competencies List
University of Louisville School of Nursing Skills Validation Process and Expectation
Below is a partial list of skills that are taught in Medicaid-approved CNA programs. Students will be asked to demonstrate competencies during the Pre-Immersion Program (PIP) from the skills list below.
Mandatory skills:
- Hand Hygiene
- Provide for environmental safety
- Report unsafe conditions to appropriate person
- Vital signs
- Introducing and communicating with patients
- Donning/Doffing PPE
Potential skills (random assignment of two skills):
- Complete Bed Bath
- Occupied Bed Making
- Male or Female Pericare
- Ambulation with Gait Belt
- Assist with Oxygen Delivery
- Assist with Bedpan
- Assist with Urinal
- Apply Elastic Stockings
- Range of Motion
