{"id":16717,"date":"2021-03-10T08:57:19","date_gmt":"2021-03-10T13:57:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/schools.stlucie.k12.fl.us\/fpw\/?page_id=16717"},"modified":"2022-08-02T21:48:57","modified_gmt":"2022-08-03T01:48:57","slug":"huc","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schools.stlucie.k12.fl.us\/fpw\/huc\/","title":{"rendered":"Health Unit Coordinator"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Fort Pierce Westwood Academy\u2019s Health Unit Coordinator program offers a sequence of courses that prepare students for education and careers in the Health Science career field; The program is designed to prepare students for employment as a health unit coordinator. Student learning includes management, planning, finance, technical and production skills, underlying principles of technology, community issues, health, safety, and environmental issues. There are simulated practice labs with standard equipment and supplies used in a health care facility by the health unit coordinator. Students will also complete clinical learning experiences as part of this program.<\/h4>\n

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    Designed to prepare students for employment as health unit coordinators or clerks.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Transcription of physicians’ orders.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        Planning, management, finance, technical, and production skills.<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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        \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Students gain real-world experience through contact hours in clinical settings at local health science facilities. \u00a0\u00a0These facilities include:<\/h4>\n

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          Cleveland Clinic<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n
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          Tiffany Hall Nursing Home<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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          Industry Certification includes:<\/strong><\/h4>\n

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            Certified Health Unit Coordinator<\/h4>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]About Health Unit Coordinator<\/p>\n

            Course Progression:
            \nYear 1: Health Science Anatomy and Physiology (1.0 credit) study the structure and function of the human body, pathophysiology and transmission of disease
            \nYear 2: Health Science Foundations (1.0 credit *potential for CMAA and CPR certification) learn in-depth knowledge about the healthcare system and related occupations
            \nYear 3\/4: Health Unit Coordinator I and Health Unit Coordinator II (2.0 credits) a two-part vocational course that will enable students to develop knowledge and hands-on skills in the role of a health unit coordinator
            \nElectronic Health Records (EHR) Labs
            \nHUC simulation experiences and clinicals<\/p>\n

            What it will lead to:
            \nCEHRS Certification
            \nApplicable to all healthcare fields and careers
            \nVarious work environment opportunities (hospitals, outpatient facilities, doctor\u2019s offices, etc.)<\/p>\n

            [\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Dr. Garcia – Instructor<\/p>\n

            I love spending time with my family, helping others, traveling and I am a lifelong learner
            \nEducation:
            \nDoctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)- NSU
            \nMaster of Science in Nursing- Family Nurse Practitioner (MSN- FNP)-NSU
            \nBachelor of Science in Nursing- Registered Nurse (BSN-RN)- UCF
            \nAssociate Degree in Nursing- Registered Nurse (ADN)- IRSC
            \nAssociates in Arts (AA)- IRSC
            \nMore than 10 years of experience in healthcare. Experience includes various outpatient and inpatient care settings.<\/p>\n

            “I aspire to capture the attention of inquisitive students of the health sciences to inspire them to always be the best individual that they can be and to one day be a successful professional that takes initiative and accountability while applying forward thinking and compassion to their chosen profession in healthcare.”<\/p>\n

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