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Your Home Away From Home: Creating and Fostering Healthy Work Environment
by Nurse Keith
Nurses spend a great deal of time at work. Sometimes, it may seem that we spend more time with our colleagues and patients than our own families. Taking this reality into consideration, fostering and creating healthy, functional workplaces and workplace communication is essential to preventing burnout and increasing professional satisfaction. Please join me as we discuss and explore strategies and resources for making our work environments the healthy places that they are destined to be. ...
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Helping Family Caregivers Make Value-Based Decisions
by Caregiving
In their role, family caregivers face decisions daily. And, then they face those decisions that become about quality of life and end-of-life. In this 45-minute webinar, Denise Brown will offer tips and tools you can use with family caregivers to help them find their values. Once they find their values, they can make decisions (those small daily ones as well as those life-altering big ones) with confidence. ...
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The Crispy Nurse: Burnout Prevention and Recovery For Nurses
by Nurse Keith
Burnout and compassion fatigue are manifestations of overwork, stress, and poor work-life balance. In this webinar, we'll explore symptoms and causes of burnout and compassion fatigue, as well as strategies for prevention and recovery. It's possible to be a nurse and not burn out. Let's explore how to do this together! ...
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Session 4: Staying Well with Hope, Gratitude, Curiosity, Zest and Love
by Caregiving
In our work, we do what we can to keep a client and a family caregiver well. What about keeping ourselves well? In this program, we’ll look at the five traits of well-being, as described in Positive Psychology: Hope, Gratitude, Curiosity, Zest and Capacity to Love and Be Loved. During the program, you’ll create an action list to help you incorporate each trait in your work and in your life. ...
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Eat, Drink & Move: Nutrition, Exercise and Hydration Strategies for the Healthy Nurse
by Nurse Keith
Nurses work hard and can lead demanding lives, both personally and professionally. Focusing on proper nutrition, hydration and exercise is paramount for maintaining optimal health, happiness and performance. This webinar will present strategies for assessing your personal practices and considering ways to improve or enhance them. ...
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Session 2: Healing the Life-Long Family Rifts
by Caregiving
Sisters who don’t speak to each other; adult children who withdraw from their parents: Feuding family members affect all generations. In particular, it can cause added stress in a caregiving situation. In this seminar, we’ll share ideas and suggestions on how you can help a family caregiver move past the rifts that can tear a family apart. ...
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2012 Annual Family Caregiver Survey Results
by Caregiving
In this 45-minute presentation, Denise Brown, Caregiving.com, discusses the results of the website’s 2012  family caregiver survey. In the survey, family caregivers indicate what's stressful, what's difficult and what they wish their communities offered to help them. The survey respondents also share answers to this question, "What advice would you give to a healthcare professional who works with family caregivers?" Finally, Denise will offer suggestions on how the survey results can help you improve services for family caregivers in your communities. ...
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On the Scale : Finding Balance in a Challenging World
by Nurse Keith
The 21st-century nurse juggles personal well-being, professional development, family life, as well as the myriad demands of a potentially rewarding career. It's sometimes difficult to find balance amidst these multiple challenges. This webinar will address the issue of personal and professional balance (also known as "work-life balance") in detail. ...
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SVN Webinar
by Society for Vascular Nursing
In this webinar, you will find out more about CoursePark and SVN's Learning Network! The host explains how to access courses, certificates of completion, members, and your lifelong learning profile. Learn how to rate courses, follow peers and share to social media. ...
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Self Care 101 for Nurses
by Nurse Keith
An overview of the importance of personal and professional self care for nurses
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Skedaddle Test
by Academy of Nursing CE - Courses Online
This course will test you.
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Venous Disease Course
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.7Course Description: This course will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of the etiology of venous disease, venous anatomy, risk factors, venous hypertension, varicose veins, thrombophlebitis and venous insufficiency, clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical, endovascular and surgical management. Course Objectives: Discuss venous anatomy List the physiologic factors that influence venous return Describe venous hypertension Differentiate between varicose veins, superficial thrombophlebitis and chronic insufficiency and their treatment Define deep vein thrombosis, describing incidence and symptoms List the risk factors for venous thrombosis Describe the medical and surgical treatment for venous disorders This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 302A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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PAD Management
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.8Course Description: This course expands on the PAD/ABI module and provides the learner a review of peripheral artery disease (PAD), as well as a more in-depth discussion about the clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical, endovascular and surgical management of PAD. Course Objectives: Discuss lower extremity arterial anatomy Define peripheral artery disease (PAD) List both the modifiable and non-modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease Explain the Rutherford classification of PAD Describe the clinical findings of PAD Discuss the various diagnostic tests for PAD Define the treatment modalities of PAD to include medical, endovascular and surgical management This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 304A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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Carotid Artery Disease
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.7Course Description: This course will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of carotid disease and cerebrovascular disease, including etiology, risk factors, incidence, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and medical and surgical management. This course reviews the 2011 ASA/ACCF/AHA/AANN/AANS/ACR/ASNR/CNS/SAIP/ SCAI/SIR/ SNIS/SVM/SVS Guideline on the management of patients with extracranial carotid and vertebral artery disease and the National Stroke Association Guidelines for the Management of TIA, available at www.stroke.org. Course Objectives: Define carotid artery stenosis and cerebrovascular disease Discuss the etiology and risk factors of cerebrovascular disease Describe the clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and treatment of cerebrovascular disease Discuss the medical and surgical management of patients with cerebrovascular disease Review the nursing management of patients with cerebrovascular diseaseThis continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 303A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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Aortic Aneurysms Course
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 2.8Course Description: This course provides an in-depth discussion about the clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical, endovascular and surgical management of Aortic AneurysmsCourse Objectives: Define both abdominal and thoracic aortic aneurysm Identify the risk factors, etiology, and clinical manifestations of aortic aneurysms Review the medical, endovascular and surgical management of aortic aneurysms Identify the complications associated with both endovascular and surgical repair of aortic aneurysms Describe the nurse’s role in the management of the patient with aortic aneurysmsThis continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 301A Course Approved: January 2012 Course Expires: January 2014 ...
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Peripheral Artery Disease and Performance of the Ankle-Brachial Index
by Society for Vascular Nursing
Contact Hours: 4.6 Course Description: This course will provide the learner a comprehensive overview of peripheral artery disease (PAD), including etiology, risk factors, incidence, clinical presentation, diagnosis, medical and surgical management and how to perform the ankle-brachial index (ABI). This course adheres to the American College of Cardiology (ACC) and the American Heart Association (AHA) PAD guidelines, as well as the Canadian Cardiovascular Consensus PAD and TASCII guidelines. Course Objectives:Describe peripheral artery disease (PAD)Discuss the risk factors and etiology of PADDescribe the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of PADDiscuss the importance of the ankle-brachial index (ABI) in the early detection and management of PAD Explain the steps in performing the ABI techniqueExplain the steps in performing the oscillatory method of an ABIDifferentiate normal arterial waveforms from those of severe arterial disease This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURESCriteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 80% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association, Society for Vascular Nursing or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 305A Course Approved: December 2011 Course Expires: December 2013 ...
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Respiratory Assessment QL
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.0Course Description: This module includes a comprehensive guide to performing respiratory assessment. Respiratory Assessment offers methods used to distinguish normal and abnormal findings in respiratory assessment and relates the findings to possible causes, the potential effects of medications and other components to consider when performing the respiratory assessment. Documentation tips are also offered.Course Objectives:List the components of respiratory assessment Describe the lung sounds and possible false causes for abnormal sounds Discuss lung auscultation sites to consider for respiratory assessment Explain chest and back assessment considerations List nursing interventions to avoid respiratory complicationsThis continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 150-2-E-11-227A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Understanding Mechanical Ventilation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.1 Course Description: This module provides an overview of mechanical ventilation, including manifestations of respiratory failure, endotracheal tube care, sedation and analgesia for the intubated patient, and airway protection. It also reviews ventilator equipment and its settings, as well as the principles of mechanical ventilation. Course Objectives:Describe respiratory failure and the manifestations of an inability to oxygenate and/or ventilate Explain the parameters of an airway protection assessment Differentiate airway resistance, gas exchange impediments, and the inability to ventilate Explain the principles and goals of mechanical ventilation and modes of ventilation Differentiate ventilator alarms, along with troubleshooting tips for each Describe endotracheal tube care and the importance of maintaining oral hygiene Discuss the importance of sedation and analgesia for the intubated patient This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-813A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Building Patient Rapport - QL
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.0 Course Description: This module provides an overview of methods to assist you in building rapport with your patient, such as communication skills, verbal and nonverbal cues, and the importance of interacting with the patient’s family. Course Objectives:Explain the fundamental components of the physical assessment interview, including communication skills utilized in eliciting information Discuss verbal and non-verbal cues to watch for during the physical assessment interview Describe how patient anxiety can skew the assessment results Describe the importance of building rapport with the family members This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 152-2-E-11-82AQL Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Roles of Leaders and Managers
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.2 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of the roles of leaders and managers in the context of the healthcare industry. Course Objectives:Define the terms ‘leader’ and ‘manager’ Differentiate between leader and manager roles List and apply strategies to improve leadership and managerial success This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 158-2-E-11-217L Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Time Management Strategies
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.8 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of time management principles and common myths. It also includes time management models and common barriers. Course Objectives:Define time management Discuss common myths of time management Describe time management models and common barriers to time management This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 158-2-E-11-221L Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Bloodborne Pathogens (Guidelines)
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.2 Course Description: This module includes a brief overview of the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses’ (AORN) bloodborne pathogen standard and the AORN Guidance Statement: Sharps Injury Prevention in the Perioperative Setting. Course Objectives:Discuss the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) bloodborne pathogen standard and the AORN Guidance Statement: Sharps Injury Prevention in the Perioperative Setting Describe the patterns of exposure risk for personnel in the operating room Discuss post-exposure testing Explain the employer and healthcare worker’s responsibilities in preventing or responding to bloodborne pathogen exposure This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 156-2-E-11-252C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Preventing Needlestick Injury
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.4 Course Description: This course has been written according to the standards of the CDC (Center for Disease Control & Prevention), NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety & Health) and OSHA bloodborne pathogens standard [29 CFR 1910.1030]. This course will provide essential knowledge regarding prevalence, devices, and circumstances most common in needlestick injuries, as well as methods of prevention and post-exposure evaluation. Course Objectives:Discuss Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s needlestick injury prevention strategies Describe the patterns of exposure risk for healthcare workers Discuss post-exposure testing Explain the employer and healthcare worker’s responsibilities in preventing and responding to needlestick injuries This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 155-2-E-11-8103C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Advanced Blood Gas Interpretation
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 2.8 Course Description: This module provides an overview of methods to assist you in interpreting blood gases, the physiology behind disorders that can affect acid-base balance and discussion on procedures for Allen test, insertion, removal and care of an arterial line. Course Objectives:Explain the physiology of gas exchange at the alveolar level Describe the process of lactic acidosis and the levels of compensation Describe the physiology, etiology, and causes of metabolic acidosis & alkalosis and respiratory acidosis & alkalosis Perform basic blood gas interpretation based on the steps described within this module Determine at what level a given patient is compensating based on blood gas values Describe potential corrective actions for a pH that is either acidotic and alkalotic Describe methods of obtaining blood gases, including procedures for Allen test, insertion, removal, and care of an arterial line This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 160-2-E-11-818A Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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Preventing Medication Errors
by Nursing CE Catalog
Contact Hours: 1.5 Course Description: Medication errors are one of the most common types of errors in healthcare. This module discusses the ‘route' of the problem by identifying key factors that contribute to medication administration errors. Some examples are illegible orders, errors of omission, and improper dosage or medication selection. This course adheres to The Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals. Course Objectives:List potential examples of medication errors Identify key factors that contribute to medication errors Discuss the roles and responsibilities of the patient, the healthcare professional, and the hospital Discuss the pros and cons of the '5 Rights of medication administration' Identify the significance of reporting medication errors Discuss safety measures to employ to avoid medication errors This continuing nursing education activity was approved by the PA State Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. DISCLOSURES Criteria for successful completion includes a passing score of 70% on the post-test offered at the end of this course. A Certificate of Completion will be issued to all those who pass the post-test. The planning committee members and all content specialists have declared no conflict of interest, no commercial support, no off-label use of products, and no financial relationships as it relates to this activity. Approval of the continuing education activity does not imply endorsement by the provider, ANCC, PA State Nurses Association or CoursePark of any commercial products displayed in conjunction with this activity. Course Code: 150-2-E-11-8101C Course Approved: September 2011 Course Expires: September 2013 ...
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