Displaying episodes 31 - 57 of 57 in total

Caring for Homeless Patients

Caring for homeless patients and how to meet the diverse needs of this vulnerable population. Panelists include Richard Taylor DNP, CRNP, ANP-BC and Jennifer Janowieck...

Care of Children in School Settings

Caring for children in K-12 settings and how to address challenges in ensuring optimum care for all children. Panelists include Jasmine Barnett, MSN, RN and Tanya Kend...

Caring for LGBTQ+ Patients

How to meet the needs of LGBTQ+ patients using culturally competent care. Panelists include Michelle Allen, Ed.D and Meghan Whitfield, CRNP

Caring for Military and Veteran Patients

Caring for active military patients and veterans in various settings. Panelists include Hon. Linda S. Schwartz, RN, MSN, DrPH, FAAN and Patricia Patrician PhD, RN, FAAN 

Population Health: Leading the Care of Diverse Populations

Reducing health care disparities among diverse populations to optimize patient outcomes. Panelists include Marisa L. Wilson DNSc, MHSc, RN-BC, CPHIMS, FAMIA, FIAHSI, F...

Animal-assisted Therapy

How introducing animal-assisted therapy affects a patient's emotional and social well-being in the intensive care unit. Panelists include: Meredith Guthrie, MSN, RN, C...

Resilience & Coping Skills for Healthcare Providers

Healthcare providers are used to taking care of others, but how can they best take care of themselves? Discuss skills that can be developed for resilience and coping, ...

Healing Arts

UAB Arts in Medicine group will discuss how they encourage healing by engaging patients in creative arts such as music therapy, poetry, visual arts and more. Panelists...

Assessing and Treating Common Sports Injuries

Common sports injuries and provide helpful hints for evaluating and treating them. Presented by Bryan Combs, PhD, CRNF-Faculty, FNP-BC, CNL, ATC

Care Transitions

Effective care transitions, including preventing medical errors, identifying issues for early intervention, preventing unnecessary hospitalizations and readmissions, s...

Quality and Safety

How bedside nurses play an active role in improving the quality and safety of patient care. Presented by Rebecca Miltner, PhD, RN, CNL, NEA-BC, FAAN

Women's Health Across the Lifespan

Reproductive planning counseling, preventive services and office gynecology procedures. Presented by Aimee Holland, DNP, CRNP, WHNP-BC, NP-C, FAANP, FAAN

Sex Trafficking

Address violence against women, women's health and women's empowerment. Presented by Ashley Hodges, PhD, CRNP, WHNP-BC

Using telehealth during the COVID-19 pandemic to Meet the Needs of Vulnerable Populations

How clinics are using telehealth to meet patients' healthcare needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Presented by: Deborah Bowers, DNP, DMin, MDiv, CRNP, FNP-C (The Found...

Reducing Sepsis Mortality

Reducing the incidence of sepsis is an institutional priority for Health Systems. Presented by Mary Grace Cox, MPH, BSN, RN

Nursing Informatics: Beyond the electronic health record

UAB School of Nursing Associate Professor, Informatics Specialty Track Coordinator and Director of the MSN Nursing Health Systems Leadership Pathway Marisa Wilson, DNS...

Trauma Informed Care

Trauma Informed Care (TIC) begins with the assumption that all nurses have trauma backgrounds. TIC interventions improve quality and safety, and promote disclosure dur...

Veteran-centric Care: Focus on Mental Health

Identifying psychiatric nursing issues that pertain to Veterans and identify resources for nurses and caregivers. Presented by Teena McGuinness, PhD, CRNP, PMHNP-BC, FAAN

Waking Up to Obstructive Sleep Apnea

Effects of sleep deprivation and obstructive sleep apnea on cognition and injury risk in workers. Presented by Karen Heaton, PhD, CRNP, FNP-BC, FAAN

Application of Bleeding Control Methods in Community Settings

Steps to take when encountering an injured person in the community, identification of life-threatening bleeding, and appropriate application of bleeding control method...

Common Conditions in Children During the Winter Months

Conditions seen in children during winter months, including warning signs that need immediate attention. Presented by Tedra Smith, DNP, CRNP, CPNP-PC, CNE

Referring Patients to Palliative Care Services

Palliative care places importance on the individual's needs and wishes, but talking about death and dying can be stressful. Health professionals can make a difference ...

Recognizing Acute Myocardial Infarction in Women

Learn the 6 heart attack symptoms common in women--treatment, causes, diagnosis, and prevention. Presented by Grace Grau, DNP, CRNP, ACNP-BC, AACC, FAAN

Patient Education and Insulin Management for Patients with Diabetes

Learn about the impact that patient education and nurse decision-making have on patients taking insulin. Presented by Michele Talley, PhD, CRNP, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN

Managing Care for Patients with Heart Failure

Heart failure is characterized by the heart's inability to pump an adequate supply of blood, learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatments. Presented by Dana Mitche...

Managing Dementia in Acute and Long-term Care Settings

Improve the hospital experience for people with dementia. Presented by Rita Jablonski, PhD, CRNP, FGSA, FAAN

The Changing Face of the Opioid Epidemic

Identify signs of opioid addiction and provide resources for clinicians at the bedside. Presented by Susanne Fogger, DNP, CRNP, CARN-AP, PMHNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN

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