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Infection Control

MRSA and Resistant Germs: Precautions for CNAs

Learn the CNA's role with MRSA and other drug-resistant organisms — understanding antibiotic resistance, colonization versus infection, contact precautions and PPE, hand hygiene and equipment cleaning, supporting residents in isolation without stigma, recognizing infection signs, and antibiotic stewardship. CNAs do not diagnose, prescribe, give or adjust antibiotics, or decide isolation status.

1h1 Online CE hourintermediateCAL ACE Faculty

Overview

Learn the CNA's role with MRSA and other drug-resistant organisms — understanding antibiotic resistance, colonization versus infection, contact precautions and PPE, hand hygiene and equipment cleaning, supporting residents in isolation without stigma, recognizing infection signs, and antibiotic stewardship. CNAs do not diagnose, prescribe, give or adjust antibiotics, or decide isolation status.

Course curriculum

What you'll learn

A structured path from your first lesson through certificate-ready completion — designed for busy California CNAs.

1h
3 modules
12 lessons
1 Online CE hour

Skills & knowledge gained

  • Explain antibiotic resistance and MRSA.
  • Apply contact precautions and PPE correctly.
  • Distinguish colonization from infection.
  • Support isolated residents without stigma.
  • Know your role in preventing spread.

Your learning path

  1. Understanding MRSA and Resistant Germs

    4 lessons · ~20 min

  2. Recognition, Prevention, and CNA Role

    4 lessons · ~20 min

  3. Action, Judgment, and Application

    4 lessons · ~20 min

  4. Certificate of completion

    Pass the final exam and active participation requirements to earn your CE certificate.

Module breakdown

Module 1

Understanding MRSA and Resistant Germs

  • Introduction
  • Terms & Definitions
  • Statistics
  • Fundamentals

Module 2

Recognition, Prevention, and CNA Role

  • Signs & Symptoms
  • Causes
  • CNA Role & Best Practices
  • Prevention & Risk Reduction

Module 3

Action, Judgment, and Application

  • Scenario & Reporting
  • CNA's Role in Care
  • Case Study
  • Conclusion

Course outline

Module 1: Understanding MRSA and Resistant Germs

  1. 1. Introduction5 min
  2. 2. Terms & Definitions5 min
  3. 3. Statistics5 min
  4. 4. Fundamentals5 min

Module 2: Recognition, Prevention, and CNA Role

  1. 1. Signs & Symptoms5 min
  2. 2. Causes5 min
  3. 3. CNA Role & Best Practices5 min
  4. 4. Prevention & Risk Reduction5 min

Module 3: Action, Judgment, and Application

  1. 1. Scenario & Reporting5 min
  2. 2. CNA's Role in Care5 min
  3. 3. Case Study5 min
  4. 4. Conclusion5 min

Provider & completion requirements

Provider: CAL ACE Nursing Academy

CAL ACE Nursing Academy · support@cna.school · (408) 256-0763

To earn your certificate

  • Sign in with your learner account
  • Complete interactive lesson content (50 minutes active participation for 1 Online CE hour)
  • Pass the final course exam
  • Submit the learner attestation before your certificate is issued

Support: support@cna.school

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