Title: Identify interdisciplinary members of the healthcare team.
Course: Nurse Aide I Condensed (14051-I-A) > Section: Relating to the Healthcare System

Identification should include, but not be limited to,

- resident
- physician
- advanced practice provider (e.g., nurse practitioner)
- 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, Virginia Board of Nursing, Virginia Department of Health Professions, 2023.

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?