Specimen Success | Precision in Collection Support

Course overview

This learning activity equips certified nursing assistants (CNAs) with essential skills for supporting specimen collection procedures within their scope of practice. The content covers patient identification protocols, delegation relationships with licensed nurses, infection control standards, and proper techniques for collecting urine, stool, and sputum specimens. Participants learn to integrate healthcare technology including barcode systems and electronic documentation while recognizing when to seek RN supervision. The learning activity emphasizes quality control, patient communication, and professional boundaries, preparing CNAs to contribute effectively to diagnostic accuracy and patient safety through proper specimen collection support.