Home Health Care Nursing Success
This course is tailored for LVNs and RNs and delves into Home and Community-Based Services, highlighting the importance of cultural competency and equitable healthcare, as well as professional and clinical skills.
Home health care is one of the fastest-growing and most rewarding fields in nursing today. This course is designed specifically for current and aspiring nurses who want to expand their skills, explore new career possibilities, and make a deeper impact by providing care directly in patients’ homes. You’ll gain a comprehensive understanding of the home healthcare landscape—from pediatric to geriatric care, from cultural competency to end-of-life support—while learning how to deliver personalized, high-quality care in a variety of real-world settings. Whether you’re just starting out or considering a new direction in your nursing journey, this course will equip you with the insight, confidence, and tools to succeed in the field of Home- and Community-Based Services (HCBS).
Eligibility for Caring4Cal Financial Incentives
Contact Information
Lesson 1: Introduction to Home Health Care Nursing Success
Lesson 2: Steps to Complete this Course
Lesson 3: Home & Community Based Services
Lesson 4: Increased need for HCBS services
Quiz 1
Quiz 2
Lesson 5: Key Takeaways from this course
Survey 1
Lesson 6: History of HCBS
Quiz 3
Lesson 7: Historical Figures in Home Health Care
Lesson 8: Florence Nightingale
Lesson 9: Lilian Wald
Lesson 10: Mary Breckinridge
Trailblazers
Florence Nightingale Video
Quiz 4
Lesson 11: Historical Context of Home Health Care
Quiz 5
Lesson 12: The Cultural Essence of Elderly Care Outside the U.S.
Lesson 13: Interactive and Assistive Technologies
Lesson 14: The Gold Standard
Lesson 15: Why HCBS is Integral to Healthcare
Quiz 6
Quiz 7
Lesson 16: Core Tenets of HCBS
Lesson 17: Role of Nurses in HCBS
Quiz 8
Lesson 18: Integrated Care Model
Lesson 19: Collaborative Teams
Quiz 9
Survey 2
Lesson 20: Challenges in Home Health Care
Lesson 21: Cultural Competency
Lesson 22: Vital role of being Culturally Competent
Quiz 10
Lesson 23: Mike's Story
Introduction to Niels van Namen
TedTalk Video: “Why the hospital of the future will be your home.”
Lesson 24: The Rewarding Nature of HCBS
Quiz 11
Lesson 25: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Lesson 1: The Rising Demand for HCBS
Lesson 2: California: An Aging Population
Quiz 1
Quiz 2
Lesson 3: The Growing Importance of Chronic Conditions
Introducing Carmela Coyle
Video: The Future of California's Healthcare System
Lesson 4: Meeting the Needs of Chronic Conditions
Quiz 3
Quiz 4
Lesson 5: Disability Inclusion in HCBS
Quiz 5
Lesson 6: Economic Considerations
Quiz 6
Lesson 7: Additional Demographic Shifts
Quiz 7
Lesson 8: Economic Impacts of HCBS
Quiz 8
Lesson 9: Social Impacts of HCBS
Quiz 9
Survey 1
Lesson 10: Healthcare Policy and Funding Shifts
Lesson 11: More Healthcare Policy and Funding Shifts
Lesson 12: Additional Healthcare Policy and Funding Shifts
Quiz 10
Lesson 13: Current State Policies Impacting HCBS
Lesson 14: Impact of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
Quiz 11
More from Carmela Coyle
Video: Carmela Coyle on Home Healthcare in California 2030
Lesson 15: Projections and predictions for HCBS
Lesson 16: Enhanced Role of Informal Caregivers
Lesson 17: Addressing Health Equity
Quiz 12
Lesson 18: Opportunities and Benefits for Professionals
Lesson 19: Competative Salaries and Benefits
Quiz 13
Lesson 20: Professional Development and Growth
Quiz 14
Quiz 15
Lesson 21: Innovative Housing Models
Quiz 16
Lesson 22: Intergenerational Housing
Lesson 23: Community Engagement and Volunteerism
Quiz 17
Lesson 24: Engagement Through Technology
Lesson 25: Role in Preventive Health
Lesson 26: Partnerships with Local Organizations
Quiz 18
Quiz 19
Lesson 27: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: Understanding Cultural Competency
Quiz 1
Lesson 3: Importance of Cultural Competency
Lesson 4: Health Equity
Introduction to Cultural Competency Video
Cultural Competency Video
Quiz 2
Lesson 5: The Role of Self-Assessment
Lesson 6: Tools for Growth
Quiz 3
Lesson 7: Key Principles for Building Cultural Sensitivity
Quiz 4
Lesson 8: Patient Interaction: Role-Playing Scenarios
Quiz 5
Lesson 9: Strategies for Overcoming Language Barriers
Lesson 10: Language Learning Apps to Consider
Quiz 6
Lesson 11: Utilizing Assessment Models for Culturally Competent Care
Quiz 7
Lesson 12: Creating Culturally Sensitive Care Plans
Quiz 8
Survey 1
Lesson 13: Advancing Cultural Competency
Lesson 14: Local Community Resources
Introduction to Health Literacy Video
Health Literacy Video
Lesson 15: Identifying Common Cultural Barriers
Quiz 9
Lesson 16: Strategies for Overcoming Cultural Barriers
Quiz 10
Introduction to Effective Communication Video
Effective Communication Video
Survey 2
Lesson 17: Nurse David
Lesson 18: Nurse Latisha: A Cultural Compass
Lesson 19: Nurse Andre: Bridge Builder
Quiz 11
Lesson 20: The Impact of Cultural Insensitivity
Lesson 21: Negative Impact of Cultural Insensitivity
Quiz 12
Quiz 13
Lesson 22: Celebrating Cultural Traditions
Lesson 23: Culturally Competent Care - Mr. Hernandez
Quiz 14
Lesson 24: Integrating Cultural and Spiritual Dimensions
Lesson 25: Cultural Competence with Transgender Patients
Quiz 15
Lesson 26: Evaluating Cultural Competency Efforts
Quiz 16
Lesson 27: Continuous Improvement in Cultural Competency
Lesson 28: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Lesson 1: Children with Complex Medical Conditions
Lesson 2: Understanding the Unique Needs of Pediatric Patients
Quiz 1
Lesson 3: Cultural Competence in Pediatric Home Health
Lesson 4: Role of the Home Health Nurse in Pediatrics
Quiz 2
Lesson 5: Providing Compassionate Care
Lesson 6: Embracing Cultural Sensitivity in Nutrition
Quiz 3
Lesson 7: Integrating Cultural Beliefs
Lesson 8: Culturally Attuned Pediatric Care
Quiz 4
Introduction to In-home Pediatrics Video
In-home Pediatrics Video
Lesson 9: Common Complex Medical Conditions
Lesson 10: Prematurity-related Complications
Lesson 11: Congenital Heart Defects
Lesson 12: Neurological Disorders
Quiz 5
Lesson 13: Chronic Respiratory Disorders
Lesson 14: Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders
Quiz 6
Lesson 15: Genetic and Chromosomal Disorders
Lesson 16: Neuromuscular Disorders
Quiz 7
Lesson 17: Gastrointestinal Disorders
Lesson 18: Immunodeficiency Disorders
Quiz 8
Lesson 19: Renal Disease
Lesson 20: Cancer: Helping Children Cope
Quiz 9
Lesson 21: Understanding Pain Further
Introduction to Pain Assessment Video
Pain Assessment Video
Quiz 10
Lesson 22: Complex Wound Care
Lesson 23: Feeding Disorders
Lesson 24: Severe Food Allergies
Quiz 11
Lesson 25: Dependence on Technology
Lesson 26: Best Practices
Lesson 27: List of Best Practices
Quiz 12
Quiz 13
Lesson 28: Nurse Mila
Lesson 29: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: Vision Impairment
Lesson 3: Vision Care Strategy
Quiz 1
Lesson 4: Hearing Deficiencies
Lesson 5: Hearing Care Strategy
Quiz 2
Lesson 6: Physical Disabilities
Lesson 7: Care Strategy for Mobility-Impaired Patients
Quiz 3
Lesson 8: Musculoskeletal Disorders
Lesson 9: Musculoskeletal Care Strategy
Quiz 4
Lesson 10: Neuromuscular Conditions
Lesson 11: Neuromuscular Care Strategy
Quiz 5
Lesson 12: Chronic Pain Syndromes
Lesson 13: Chronic Pain Strategy
Lesson 14: Emotional Support
Quiz 6
Lesson 15: Respiratory Disorders: COPD
Lesson 16: Why COPD is a Disability
Lesson 17: COPD Care Strategy
Quiz 7
Quiz 8
Lesson 18: Dementia and Alzheimer’s
Quiz 9
Lesson 19: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Strategy
Lesson 20: Behavioral Management and Support
Introduction to Managing Aggression Video
Managing Aggression Video
Quiz 10
Lesson 21: Mental Health Disorders
Lesson 22: Medication Management
Quiz 11
Survey 1
Lesson 23: Autism Spectrum Disorder Challenges
Lesson 24: Autism Care Strategy
Lesson 25: Encourage Independence
Quiz 12
Lesson 26: Cerebral Palsy Challenges
Lesson 27: Cerebral Palsy Care Strategy
Lesson 28: Medication Management
Quiz 13
Lesson 29: Stroke Survivor Challenges
Lesson 30: Physical Rehabilitation
Lesson 31: Nutrition and Diet Management
Quiz 14
Lesson 32: Diabetes
Lesson 33: Diabetes Care Strategy (Type 1)
Lesson 34: Diabetes Care Strategy (Type 2)
Quiz 15
Lesson 35: Heart Disease
Quiz 16
Lesson 36: Heart Disease Strategy
Lesson 37: Symptom Management
Quiz 17
Lesson 38: Veterans
Lesson 39: Veterans Care Strategy
Lesson 40: Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Quiz 18
Lesson 41: Challenges and Solutions
Lesson 42: Adapting to Home Environments
Lesson 43: Managing Emotional & Behavioral Challenges
Lesson 44: Physical Strain
Lesson 45: Isolation and Social Barriers
Lesson 46: Health Literacy
Lesson 47: Technological Challenges
Lesson 48: Emergency Preparedness
Survey 2
Lesson 49: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Lesson 1: Introduction
Lesson 2: Understanding Geriatric Patients
Quiz 1
Lesson 3: Heart Failure
Lesson 4: Stroke
Quiz 2
Lesson 5: Diabetes
Quiz 3
Lesson 6: COPD
Quiz 4
Lesson 7: Parkinson’s Disease
Quiz 5
Lesson 8: Arthritis
Lesson 9: Cancer
Quiz 6
Lesson 10: Alzheimer’s
Lesson 11: Osteoporosis
Lesson 12: Falls
Introduction to Fall Video
Fall Video
Quiz 7
Lesson 13: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
Lesson 14: Strategies for Resistant Patients
Quiz 8
Lesson 15: Education and Explanation
Lesson 16: Professional Boundaries
Survey 1
Lesson 17: Creating an age-friendly environment
Lesson 18: Reducing Fall Risks
Lesson 19: Accessibility & Mobility
Lesson 20: Bathroom Modifications
Lesson 21: Kitchen Adjustments
Lesson 22: Technological Aids
Lesson 23: Comfort and Ease
Lesson 24: Cognitive & Sensory
Lesson 25: Educating Family Members
Lesson 26: Documentation and Reporting
Introduction to Safe Home Video
Safe Home Video
Quiz 9
Lesson 27: Skin, Hair, and Nails
Lesson 28: Vision and Hearing Care
Quiz 10
Lesson 29: Cardiovascular and Respiratory Support
Lesson 30: Gastrointestinal and Nutritional Support
Lesson 31: Elimination and Urinary Support
Quiz 11
Lesson 32: Role of Nutrition in Wound Care
Lesson 33: Medication and Pain Management
Lesson 34: Physiotherapy and Mobility Support
Lesson 35: Vaccinations
Lesson 36: Hygiene & Housekeeping
Quiz 12
Lesson 37: Tips on Nutrition and Hydration Management
Quiz 13
Lesson 38: Geriatric best practices
Lesson 39: Congratulations!
Glossary and External Resources
Important Notes about Eligibility, Course Completion, and Caring4Cal Incentives
In order to be eligible for the incentive, learners must be a resident of the state of California and work (or intend to work) in one of these eligible job roles Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Health Aide (HHA), Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Community Health Worker (CHW) (in a home setting ONLY), Respiratory Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, Physical Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Dental Hygienists, or other licensed HCBS healthcare professionals.
In order to qualify for the incentive, learners must attest to the following statement before beginning the course: "I acknowledge that I either currently work in, or intend to work toward, an eligible job role (HHA, CNA, LVN, RN, or other eligible licensed provider). I also acknowledge that I currently work in, or plan to seek employment in, an eligible HCBS job setting. If I am or plan to become a Community Health Worker (CHW), I acknowledge that I do or will work in a home-based (not community-based) setting."
All work of individual learners will be checked to ensure satisfactory completion of the course requirements clearly outlined in Module 1. Any learner who does not satisfy all of the course requirements will be ineligible for the financial incentive.
Any learner who does not complete the coursework within 3 weeks will be un-enrolled to allow for learners on the waitlist to enroll. Learners who are removed due to not completing coursework within 3 weeks may be allowed to re-enroll at the beginning of the course based on available incentives.
Caring4Cal incentives for eligible learners who complete all course requirements are limited and will be processed on a first-to-complete basis.
Once the maximum number of Caring4Cal incentives available for this course has been reached, no further incentives will be offered, and in-progress learners will be notified immediately.
Other courses that may still have incentives available can be found at https://www.caring4cal.org/en/home-care-provider-training/