Video Library
HealthCap RMS has an extensive library of quality training and educational video materials available to our membership. If you'd like to check-out any of the videos listed below, please complete our Video Library Order Form.
HCA 23: ALF Assisting Resident with Self Administration of Medication
Many states have developed standards for the unlicensed staff person in the ALF to assist medically stable residents with the self-administration of medications. Part 1 of this program explains and demonstrates the proper procedure for assisting with self administration of medications, and how the unlicensed staff person can assist with this procedure. The medications the unlicensed staff person cannot assist with are also reviewed. In Part 2 of this program, the various methods of medication administration will be demonstrated. Also included will be examples of medication observation records and how the unlicensed staff person will use this important document. 50 minutes
HCA 14: Communication Skills in Interpersonal Relationships
Assertive communications skills with clients/residents are highlighted. The ability of assistants to communicate effectively is “key” to the quality of care they are able to provide. Aging, disease processes and other chronic conditions may lead to behavior changes and this program illustrates strategies for effective communication during all stages. 50 minutes
M1 01: Coumadin Management in the Assisted Living Facility
Coumadin (warfarin sodium) and other anticoagulants can be some of the most challenging medications from the standpoint of daily management, staff responsibility, lab testing, and resident safety. This video will prepare your staff (both nurses and medication aides) to safely handle Coumadin in your facility, including dosing regiments, documentation, side effects, and laboratory testing. 24 minutes
HNA 4: Emotional Needs of Residents
When residents are depressed, confused, or display aggressive behavior, the nursing assistant’s job becomes a difficult task. This program is intended to make the assistant more sensitive to the resident and family when behavior problems occur, and will demonstrated how to maintain a quality lifestyle for the resident. 30 minutes
HNA 35: Fall Prevention
Prevention of falls should be the focus of your facility. Two-thirds of seniors who have fallen will have a repeat fall within six months. The focus of preventive action needs to be centered on awareness of conditions that predispose a person to fall. This program will give your staff practical guidelines to identify risks and assist the residents in their mobility. 30 minutes
GT 21: Falls in Assisted Living
This video addresses the essentials regarding falls in the assisted living facility in a format easily understood by direct care staff, including types of injuries caused from falls, fall risk factors, prevention strategies, responding to falls, and when to call 911. 24 minutes
HCS 16: Foot Assessment and Care
Putting the best foot forward means a steady foot with good circulation. Proper foot assessment begins by recognizing the changes that occur with age. This program will take you through a thorough assessment process. 23 minutes
HNA 37: Fire Safety
Fire Safety involves everyone in your facility, including residents, nursing staff, dietary, housekeeping and visitors. This program will explain OSHA standards that require employers to provide proper exits, fire fighting equipment and employee training to prevent fire deaths and injuries in the workplace. 40 minutes
HNA 39: Improving Your Observation and Documentation Skills
This program focuses on knowing how to make good objective observations, gather the client’s subjective input, report and record these observations. The nursing assistant and home health aide will learn how to pick up on subtle body language cues from the client and become more familiar with the Patient’s Bill of Rights, all of which will make taking care of the client more rewarding. 25 minutes
HCS 23: Nurse’s Role in Education
Licensed nurses serve many roles in healthcare settings. One of the most important aspects of nursing is providing education to residents and direct care staff. Understanding living with diseases and caring for the elderly population is the foundation for a nurse’s education. This program focuses on the importance of educational opportunities on improving outcomes for those entrusted to our care. 25 minutes
HCA 19: Optimizing Mobility in Older Adults
Mobility has great importance to the health and wellbeing of the older adult, and complications can result when mobility is limited. This program focuses on the promotion of mobility in older adults. It will demonstrate the use of good body mechanics by health care assistants and the correct use of assistive devices frequently used to promote mobility. 50 minutes
PE 3B: Osteoporosis: What Every Woman Needs to Know
Focus on how to prevent osteoporosis. One of the major focuses in this video is on essential elements for maintaining healthy bones, including vitamins, exercise, avoiding harmful substances, and preventing osteoporosis with new medications. 18 minutes
M2 02: Reducing Medication Errors: Introduction & Using the MAR
This video, which features numerous on-screen demonstrations with detailed explanations, provides concrete methods your staff can use to reduce medication errors. In this video we focus on effectively utilizing the medication administration/assistance record (MAR). This video will train your staff to properly setup and utilize a MAR in the assisted living facility, including how to add medications to a MAR, how to correct errors, and documenting refusals. 24 minutes
HCP 10: Rehabilitation Nursing: Shaping Client Outcomes
A successful rehabilitation process requires knowledgeable caregivers providing the necessary support to ensure residents enjoy positive results. The goal of increased independence is achieved by identifying each resident’s specific needs and encouraging ongoing progress. This program will assist your direct caregivers in establishing an individualized rehabilitation plan of care for your residents, implementing identified interventions and providing appropriate assistance. 50 minutes
HHA 4: Rehabilitation Nursing Skills
This program looks at skills in the home that enable patients to reach their fullest potential. Insights on techniques to assist clients with feeding or swallowing problems are given. Demonstrations will be shown using a mechanical lift, positioning, transfer techniques and range of motion exercises. Condition changes and documentation are also discussed. 55 minutes
HNA 34: Safety in the Workplace
How can your workers minimize muscle pulls, fractures, and other work related injuries? This program will give demonstrations for lateral transfers/repositioning, lifting, ambulating, bathtub-shower and toileting activities, lifting from the floor, guiding and slowing falls, daily activities, and bedside assistance. 25 minutes
GT 15: Understanding Diabetes
This video reviews key concepts related to caring for residents with diabetes, including the definition of diabetes, types of diabetes, preventing complications, and assisting with the use of insulin. 18 minutes
HCP 26: Wound Management: Staging Pressure Areas
Pressure areas can develop in any setting whether it is acute care, long term care, or home health. It becomes a vital part of every health care provider’s daily care to know what a pressure area is, how it can happen, and how to prevent it. This two part program on wound management is intended to prepare your staff to better understand the principles of good skin care and management of pressure areas. 50 minutes
HNA 25: Bowel & Bladder Re-Training
This program is intended to help nursing assistants reduce frustration for both staff and residents related to incontinence and the needs of the individual patient. 30 minutes