Identify interdisciplinary members of the healthcare team.
Identification should include, but not be limited to,
- physician
- psychologist
- social worker
- resource personnel
- therapist (e.g., physical, occupational, respiratory, speech)
- dietitian/nutritionist
- environmental services personnel
- activities director
- pharmacist
- administrative/clerical personnel
- chaplain.
Refer to Unit I in Nurse Aide Curriculum Links to an external site., Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Department of Health Professions, 2018.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How do the non-nursing members contribute to the care of the patient?
- Why is it important to be able to identify the healthcare team members?
- What services and support are available to assist with a patient?
- What is the CNA’s role within the interdisciplinary team?