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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

CPR & First Aid Childbirth
Diabetes Education HIV / Bloodborne Pathogens Training
Joint Replacement Pre-Surgery Parkinson’s Education
Safe Sitter Healthcare Professional's Classes

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HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens Training
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Healthcare Provider CPR Renewal
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First Aid & CPR
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ACLS Provider Course (Sept. 13 & 14)
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ACLS Renewal Course
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Healthcare Provider CPR
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Childbirth Education
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Healthcare Provider CPR Renewal
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HIV/Bloodborne Pathogens Training
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COMMUNITY EDUCATION


CPR & First Aid

CPR with First Aid: Samaritan Healthcare offers two CPR-First Aid programs, using the American Heart Association and American Safety & Health Institute curriculum. Both programs meet Labor & Industries standards and are equally suitable for daycare providers, foster care providers, and for other job-required training. We offer initial and renewal classes.

CPR Only (without First Aid): We offer initial and renewal CPR classes that meet a variety of needs, including:

  • Heartsaver CPR – Program choices include adult only, infant/child only, or adult & infant/child. These classes include practice sessions and testing to receive a CPR certification card.
  • CPR for Family & Friends – Program choices include adult only, infant/child only, or adult & infant/child. These classes include practice sessions. Testing not required.
  • Healthcare Provider CPR – Initial and renewal classes for those who are working in or training for the healthcare field.
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Childbirth

Childbirth preparation classes are available for expectant mothers and coaches. We offer two scheduling options:
  • a 1-day, 8-hour class held on Saturdays
  • or a 4-week series of 2-hour classes held Thursday evenings
Our childbirth educators include an experienced OB RN and an experienced EMT, both certified by the Academy of Certified Birth Educators (ACBE). The program is eligible for Medicaid reimbursement. Other insurance coverage may apply. Check with your plan to verify coverage.

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Diabetes Education

Our diabetes education program is recognized by the American Diabetes Association (ADA). We offer:
  • Group classes for Type 2 patients
  • Individual sessions for Newly Diagnosed, Type 1, Gestational, Children, or Type 2 patients with special needs (i.e., language, hearing, vision, mobility needs).
Instructor team includes a certified diabetes educator and a registered dietitian. Covered by most insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid. Check with your plan to verify coverage. Or, you may qualify for Samaritan Healthcare’s financial assistance program. Contact our Business Office at (509)766-1318 for more information on the financial assistance program.

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HIV / Bloodborne Pathogens Training

We offer the following HIV / BBP training:
  • 2-hour class for daycare and foster care providers
  • 4-hour class for healthcare professionals who have patient contact with minimal exposure risk to body fluids
  • 4-hour class for all levels of ambulance service providers
  • 7-hour class for healthcare professions with routine exposure risk to body fluids
  • Refresher training for jobs requiring annual education in Bloodborne Pathogens
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Joint Replacement Pre-Surgery Education & Assistance

This weekly pre-surgery program is FREE and available to patients (and their caregivers) who are scheduled for total knee or total hip replacement surgery. We cover the following information:
  • general overview of the procedure, recovery, and physical therapy process
  • important information about preparing your home in advance for your return
  • a review of your current medications & helpful take-home videos you can keep
  • discharge planning to help you with post-hospital care issues
  • pre-admission, which will allow you to bypass the admitting process on the day of your procedure
  • answers to your questions
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Parkinson’s Education / Support Group

Free education for Parkinson’s patients available from Northwest Parkinson’s Foundation and offered at Samaritan by “live” video-conferencing. Speakers are physicians and other healthcare professionals, addressing topics such as current medical and surgical options, caregiver training, medication updates, and so on.

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Safe Sitter

This babysitting preparation program is designed for girls and boys, ages 11 thru 13. The fun, interactive curriculum was written by a pediatrician and teaches safe, nurturing childcare techniques. Our instructors are certified with the Safe Sitter organization. We offer this program on 2 or 3 dates during the summer months.

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FOR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONALS


Samaritan Healthcare offers initial and renewal training for the following programs:
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Healthcare Provider CPR
  • HIV / Bloodborne Pathogens
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)
  • TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
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