Cancer Center’s Annual Schedule of Classes and Events

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For more information call (681) 342-1804, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Heart Health

American Heart Association Training Center

United Hospital Center provides various courses according to American Heart Association standards. Courses are offered for both the healthcare provider and community members. Course offerings include: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support), PALS (Pediatric Life Support) and Heartsaver courses including First Aid.

Course Descriptions:

  • BLS – Basic Life Support teaches the skills of managing the first few minutes in the American Heart Association Chain of Survival. Skills include establishing unresponsiveness, opening and maintaining the airway, assessing for signs of circulation, and providing chest compressions.
  • ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support uses AHA core cases and standardized algorithms to teach the advanced skills required to manage a victim in cardiac arrest as well as recognition and rapid intervention during the pre and post arrest periods.
  • PALS – Pediatric Advanced Life Support uses AHA core cases and standardized algorithms to teach the advanced skills required to prevent and treat respiratory and cardiac arrest in the pediatric population.

For questions concerning course availability, you may call the United Hospital Center Education Department at (681) 342-1860 or you may e-mail inquiries to [email protected].

Maternal-Child

Childbirth Classes

Mom and coach learn about preparing for the coming birth experience and basic infant care.

Tuesdays for four sessions.
Learn about childbirth in a fun, interactive environment.

When: Call to schedule class dates.
Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Fee: At no charge

For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.

Mini-Childbirth Class

This one day “crash course” is for those busy moms-to-be who are unable to attend our four session program.

When: Call to schedule.
Time: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Fee: At no charge

For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.

Sibling Tour and Explore

Big brothers and sisters get a preview of what is to come with the birth of their new baby. For ages 3-6 only.

When: Call for class dates.
Time: Call to schedule.

For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.

Breast Feeding Education

Mothers who are breast feeding their babies are encouraged to attend a class to learn basic techniques for successful breast feeding from UHC’s certified lactation specialist. These classes are scheduled prior to delivery.

When: Call for class dates.
Where: 4 South Patient Education Room, UHC

For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.

Newborn Care

During this class, new moms can learn basic infant care before they deliver. Topics include infant bathing, cord care, circumcision care, car seat safety information, immunization information and more.

For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.

Cesarean Expectations and Tour

Women who are having a scheduled Cesarean Section can learn what to expect from their hospital stay and tips for maintaining good health after surgery. A tour of the Maternal-Child unit is provided.

When: For more information or to register, call Jamie Rudash, BSN, RN, CLC Patient Educator, (681) 342-4346 or (681) 342-4300.