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Cutting Edge Programs to Sharpen
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The MNA seeks to offer a variety of
nursing courses in a number of formats to accommodate our membership.
Our courses are timely. Relevant workshops, conferences and seminars
are offered on a broad range of issues for nurses in all practice
areas. MNA members receive a substantial discount on
course registration fees.
Massachusetts Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
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MNA COURSES SUMMER/FALL 2008
Please click on the links below to view the classes held during that month.
Or, scroll down and view all of the classes.
July | September | October | November | December
To register for a class, please call the MNA Contact person listed for that class.
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| Pandemic Flu: Preparations in the Workplace and on the Homefront |
| Description |
This program will provide nurses and others with an understanding of the complexity of influenza viruses over time. The MDPH will present the Flu Care at Home Educational Initiative. U. S. Department of Labor representatives will discuss training issues related to worker health in the event of a pandemic, particularly Respiratory Protection. |
| Speakers |
Robert Naparstek, M.D. Caritas Good Samaritan
Ashley Barrat, MPH Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Maryanne Medeiros, CIH U.S. Department of Labor OSHA
Joanne Regan, CIH U.S. Department of Labor OSHA
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| Date |
July 30, 2008 |
| Time |
8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $50
*Requires $25 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Susan Clish, 781.830.5723 or 800.882.2056, x723 |
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| Basic Dysrhythmia Interpretation |
| Description |
This course is designed for registered nurses in acute, sub-acute and long-term care settings to learn cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation. Implications and clinical management of cardiac dysrhythmias will also be discussed. Course will include a text book and require study between sessions one and two. |
| Speakers |
Mary Sue Howlett, BSN, RN, CEN
Carol Mallia, MSN, RN
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| Date |
September 10, 2008 – Part One
September 17, 2008 – Part Two |
| Time |
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
6.7 |
| MNA Contact |
Phyllis Kleingardner, 781.830.5794 or 800.882.2056, x794 |
| Workplace Violence and Domestic Violence |
| Description |
This program, Workplace Violence and Domestic Violence:
Similarities and Differences, is designed to provide nurses and others with information and skill to recognize and address workplace violence in the settings where they work and domestic violence that may occur to their patients, co-workers and others. Recognizing violence, reporting violent incidents, holding perpetrators accountable and assuring that post traumatic care is provided to all survivors of any violence will be addressed. Additionally, this program gives participants an opportunity to learn about prevention strategies and assist survivors of these unfortunate events. |
| Speakers |
Jonathan Rosen, MS, CIH New York State Professional Employees Federation
Annie Lewis O’Connor, PhD(c), MPH, APRN
Thomas Kirkman, Assistant District Attorney Cape and Islands District Attorney’s Office
Others TBA
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| Date |
September 11, 2008 |
| Time |
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
Resort and Conference Center at Hyannis,
35 Scudder Avenue, Hyannis, MA |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $50
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided |
| MNA Contact |
Susan Clish, 781.830.5723 or 800.882.2056, x723 |
| Differentiating Depression, Dementia and Delirium |
| Description |
This program, Solving the Puzzle: Differentiating Depression,
Dementia and Delirium, will enable the nurse to positively impact care through an understanding of depression, dementia and delirium, including common etiologies, treatments and intervention strategies. |
| Speakers |
Susan S. Brill, APRN, BC
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| Date |
September 22, 2008 |
| Time |
5 – 9 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $95
*Requires $25 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
2.1 |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
| Anatomy of a Legal Nurse Consultant |
| Description |
This program will introduce the nurse to the scope of practice of the legal nurse consultant. The history and evolution of this important role, its multifaceted components, including practice environments, litigation process, case evaluation for compliance with standards of nursing/healthcare practice, nurse expert witness role, risk management and other important considerations will be described. Professional certification will also be addressed. |
| Speakers |
TBA
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| Date |
September 25, 2008 |
| Time |
5:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
TBA |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
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| Advanced Cardiac Life Support – (ACLS) Certification and Recertification |
| Description |
This American Heart Association course will provide information on the clinical management of cardiac and respiratory emergencies through case study approach. Course content includes assessment, arrhythmia recognition, intubation, defibrillation and pharmacological interventions. This is a two day certification and a one day recertification course. Recertification candidates must present a copy of their current ACLS card at the time of registration. Attendees of this course must be proficient in basic dysrhythmia interpretation. This challenging course requires a high degree of self study and is best suited for nurses who work in the areas of acute and critical care. |
| Speakers |
Carol Mallia, RN, MSN; Mary Sue Howlett, BSN, RN, CEN and other instructors for the clinical sessions
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| Date |
October 8, 2008 and October 15, 2008 (Certification)
October 15, 2008 (Recertification) |
| Time |
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
Certification: MNA members Free*; Others $250
Recertification: MNA members Free*; Others $195
*Requires $75 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
| Holistic Nursing-The Art and Science of Care |
| Description |
Learn how Holistic Nursing can help you to renew your commitment to nursing and prevent burnout. Various healing arts will be explored. Experiential sessions allow you to experience the art and science of both self-care and transpersonal caring. Learn how you can become more present while experiencing increased joy and satisfaction in your nursing role and how to become a part of a healing environment where everyone benefits – you, your patients, your colleagues and your employer. Expand your vision of nursing while increasing self-awareness. |
| Speakers |
Amanda Murphy, RN, BA, HNC, CCAP
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| Date |
October 17, 2008 |
| Time |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
TBA |
| Contact Hours |
6.2 |
| MNA Contact |
Phyllis Kleingardner, 781.830.5794 or 800.882.2056, x794 |
| Advanced EKG Interpretation |
| Description |
TBA |
| Speakers |
Janet Eagan, RN, MS
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| Date |
October 20, 2008 – Part One
October 27, 2008 – Part Two |
| Time |
5 – 9 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Theresa Yannetty, 781.830.5727 or 800.882.2056, x727 |
| Diabetes 2008: What Nurses Need to Know |
| Description |
This program will discuss the pathophysiology and classification of Diabetes-Types 1 and 2. Nursing implications of blood glucose monitoring and non-pharmacological interventions such as exercise and meal planning will be addressed. Oral pharmacological agents and a comprehensive update on insulin therapy will be presented. The nursing management of the newly diagnosed diabetic patient, both complicated and not, will be explored. Nursing management of the diabetic patient in the pre/post operative, ambulatory care, home care and school setting will be discussed. |
| Speakers |
Ann Miller, MS, RN, CS, CDE
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| Date |
October 30, 2008 |
| Time |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
6.0 |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
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| OSHA 10 Hour General Industry Outreach Training |
| Description |
Health And Safety At Work: Learn about OSHA requirements for Health and Safety in your hospital. (Registration is limited to 30 participants.) |
| Speakers |
Evie Bain, OSHA Authorized Trainer
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| Date |
Part 1 – November 4, 2008
Part 2 – December 2, 2008
(Registration is limited to 30 participants) |
| Time |
8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
No Charge to MNA Members or to Members of the Massachusetts
Association of Occupational Health Nurses (MAAOH)
Fee for All Others: $45 for the OSHA Standards Textbook |
| Contact Hours |
6.0 contact hours for each part; Total 12.
OSHA Certificate to those who attend Parts 1 and 2 |
| MNA Contact |
Susan Clish, 781.830.5723 or 800.882.2056, x723 |
| Oncology for Nurses |
| Description |
This program will increase knowledge in oncology nursing. The content will include an overview of cancer management, tumor physiology and staging, relevant laboratory testing and treatment strategies and safe handling of neoplastic agents. Chemotherapy administration, classification of chemotherapeutic agents, management of toxicities and adverse effects of treatments and oncological emergencies will be discussed. The program will conclude with pain and symptom management, palliative care and an overview of Hospice care. (Class size limited to 25 participants). |
| Speakers |
Marylou Gregory-Lee, MSN, RN, NP, Adult Nurse Practitioner
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| Date |
November 5, 2008 |
| Time |
8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $195
Requires a $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
6.0 |
| MNA Contact |
Theresa Yannetty, 781.830.5727 or 800.882.2056, x727 |
| Critical and Emerging Infectious Diseases |
| Description |
This program will provide nurses with current information regarding critical infectious diseases—e.g., MRSA, C. Difficile and emerging infectious diseases—e.g., Influenza, Ebola, BSE (Diseases listed as examples are subject to change as current healthcare events dictate.) The morning session will address the epidemiology, signs/symptoms, treatment and prevention of specific diseases. The afternoon session will address protecting nurses and others from disease exposure through the use of environmental and work-practice controls, as well as personal protective equipment. |
| Speakers |
TBA
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| Date |
November 14, 2008 |
| Time |
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members: Free*; Others: $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Phyllis Kleingardner, 781.830.5794 or 800.882.2056, x794 |
| Safe Patient Handling |
| Description |
This program will address many of the issues and concerns as well as the current possible solutions related to the age old and ongoing problem of safe patient handling in the field of nursing. |
| Speakers |
TBA
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| Date |
November 21, 2008 |
| Time |
8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
TBA |
| Fee |
MNA Members: Free*; Others: $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Susan Clish, 781.830.5723 or 800.882.2056, x723 |
| Mechanical Ventilation |
| Description |
This program will enable the nurse to assess and manage common cardiac and respiratory emergencies. |
| Speakers |
TBA
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| Date |
November 25, 2008 |
| Time |
5 – 9 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members: Free*; Others: $95
*Requires $25 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
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| Addictions 2008: A Comprehensive Approach for Nurses |
| Description |
This program will provide nurses with a comprehensive overview of Addictive Disorders. Presentations encompass current research on the etiology, pharmacological treatments and lifestyle changes required to effect positive long-term outcomes. Evidence-based interventions will be described. Presenters are advanced practice nurses, family members and leaders in the field of Addictions treatment. This unique educational offering promises to provide tangible contributions to support clinical nursing practice. |
| Speaker |
Donna White, PhD, RN, CS, CADAC
Other presenters to be announced
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| Date |
December 3, 2008 |
| Time |
8 a.m. – 4 p.m. (light lunch provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $195
*Requires $50 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
Will be provided. |
| MNA Contact |
Liz Chmielinski, 781.830.5719 or 800.882.2056, x719 |
| Interpreting Laboratory Values |
| Description |
This program will enhance the nurse’s ability to evaluate and determine the clinical significance of laboratory values. Clinical case studies will be used to illustrate the relationship of laboratory values to patient conditions. Clinical management of abnormal laboratory values will be discussed. |
| Speaker |
Mary Sue Howlett, BSN, RN, CEN
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| Date |
December 4, 2008 |
| Time |
5 p.m. – 9 p.m. (light supper provided) |
| Place |
MNA Headquarters, Canton |
| Fee |
MNA Members Free*; Others $95
*Requires $25 deposit which will be returned upon attendance. |
| Contact Hours |
3.7 |
| MNA Contact |
Phyllis Kleingardner, 781.830.5794 or 800.882.2056, x794 |
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| Important
Information for All Courses: |
Note: All CE programs run entirely by the MNA are free of charge to all
MNA members. Pre-registration is required for all programs.
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