Patient Care

Patient care careers center on improving health outcomes, providing medical treatment, and offering compassionate care to patients across a multitude of healthcare settings. Learn more about how to get started in this important field today.

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Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Healthcare Ethics, Basic Patient Care, Conflict Management, Anatomy, Pathology, Direct Patient Care, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Cultural Responsiveness, Patient-centered Care, Personal protective equipment, Patient Communication, Vital Signs, Hand Hygiene, Patient Safety, Personal Care, Patient Positioning, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Pain Management, Infection Control

Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Nutrition and Diet, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Direct Patient Care, Medical Assistance, Patient Education and Support, Clinical Nutrition, Health Assessment, Patient Observation, Health And Wellness Coaching, Medical History Documentation, Clinical Assessment

Skills you'll gain: Team Motivation, Team Management, Clinical Leadership, Patient Communication, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Healthcare Project Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Leadership and Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Communication, Health Care

Patient care encompasses a diverse range of skills and career paths, from nursing to physical therapy, palliative care, and beyond. With a multitude of options and opportunities available, finding your niche within patient care can seem overwhelming. With Coursera, you'll discover expert resources to support your journey, whether you're just starting out or are ready to take the next step in your career. Explore important patient care topics, including:

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