Description: Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease that impacts genetically predisposed persons to a lifetime of dietary challenges. In 2019, the Celiac Foundation estimated that one in one hundred people worldwide are living with celiac disease. This program will describe the pathology of celiac disease, common signs and symptoms, and nursing considerations related to the... Read more »
Description: The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN) is one of several regulatory agencies with influence on nursing practice in the commonwealth. It exists to govern nursing practice and protect the public. This program will help to clarify the role and BORN process that is utilized when a complaint is filed against a nurse’s... Read more »
Description: Workplace violence against healthcare providers is a complex phenomenon fraught with ethical/legal challenges. This program will discuss mitigating risk factors of potentially violent patients, Fourth Amendment and private search and seizure. Case studies will be analyzed and discussed. Presenter: Britain Thames, Esq., RN, JD Date: Tuesday, December 5, 2023 Time: 5:30-6 p.m., Registration/Dinner 6-8:30... Read more »
Description: This program will provide updates on the medical conditions and progressive illnesses that cause patients to experience dementia symptoms. Demographic updates will be provided on the incidence of dementia illnesses throughout New England and beyond. The program will conclude with a presentation of strategies for providing care for persons living with dementia in a... Read more »
Description: CSEC is an ever-changing form of interpersonal violence impacting all communities across the Commonwealth. Nurses are in a unique position to identify and support patients who are experiencing this abuse and provide interventions that can connect survivors to services for a safe exit and healing trajectory. Hear from a survivor of CSEC, turned doctoral-prepared... Read more »
Description: This program will provide an overview of substance use disease and the danger of illicit drug use. The increase in overdose deaths during the pandemic will be discussed. Different drug substances and the effects and treatment modalities will be analyzed. Presenter: Charlene Verga, MSN, RN, CEN, LNC Date: Wednesday, April 24 Time: 5 –... Read more »
Description: CSEC is an ever-changing form of interpersonal violence impacting all communities across the Commonwealth. Nurses are in a unique position to identify and support patients who are experiencing this abuse and provide interventions that can connect survivors to services for a safe exit and healing trajectory. Hear from a survivor of CSEC, turned doctoral-prepared... Read more »
This full-day clinical program is designed to update registered nurses on a variety of current clinical topics and relevant issues pertinent to today’s nursing practice. Please register to attend the All-Day 2024 MNA Clinical Conference to be held on May 3, 2024 at the Four Points Sheraton, Norwood. Register online at: https://massnurses.jotform.com/240383673017960. Deadline: April 29,... Read more »
Join us to celebrate Nurses Week 2024 with an MNA Day of Advocacy at the Massachusetts State House. Bring your insight, your experience, and your voice to Beacon Hill in support of protecting patient safety, improving workplace safety, and protecting healthcare access. Legislators need to hear directly from you how these issues affect you and... Read more »
Description: This program will provide nurses with the advocacy skills and communication strategies to respond when they hear, “Just do your best” while nursing judgement determines they cannot safely meet the needs of the patient. Discussion topics will include patient abandonment, mandatory overtime, and assuming an assignment under duress or objection. Documentation of unsafe assignments... Read more »
Description: CSEC is an ever-changing form of interpersonal violence impacting all communities across the Commonwealth. Nurses are in a unique position to identify and support patients who are experiencing this abuse and provide interventions that can connect survivors to services for a safe exit and healing trajectory. Hear from a survivor of CSEC, turned doctoral-prepared... Read more »
Description: One of the greatest factors that can affect a nurse’s experience — with everything from nurse-practice standards and continuing education to patient safety and work satisfaction — is the state in which he/she is licensed. Yet, forty-one states have joined the “Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact” (NLC), which allows nurses who are licensed in one... Read more »
Description: The nursing workforce today includes members of five different generations. Generational differences can create new challenges for achieving a harmonious workplace because of the merging of generations, including diverse work attitudes, beliefs, and values in the workplace. Presenter: Donna M. White, RN, PhD, CARN, CADC II, LADC 1 Date: Thursday, May 23 Time: 5:30... Read more »
Description: Drug addiction is a brain disease. Although initial drug use might be voluntary, drugs of abuse have been shown to alter gene expression and brain circuitry, which in turn affects human behavior. Once addiction develops, these brain changes interfere with an individual’s ability to make voluntary decisions, leading to compulsive drug craving, seeking, and... Read more »
Description: The Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN) is one of several regulatory agencies with influence on nursing practice in the Commonwealth. It exists to govern nursing practice and protect the public. This program will help to clarify the role of the BORN, as well as the process when a complaint is filed against... Read more »
Wednesday, September 4 • 6-7:30 p.m. The Rights and Responsibilities of Union Members Wednesday, September 11 • 6-7:30 p.m. Components of a Union Contract Wednesday, September 18 • 6-7:30 p.m. Contract Bargaining Basics Wednesday, September 25 • 6-7:30 p.m. Enforcing your Union Contract Register to attend Virtual Labor School by calling Dayana Ocasio at 781-830-5723
Wednesday, September 4 • 6-7:30 p.m. The Rights and Responsibilities of Union Members Wednesday, September 11 • 6-7:30 p.m. Components of a Union Contract Wednesday, September 18 • 6-7:30 p.m. Contract Bargaining Basics Wednesday, September 25 • 6-7:30 p.m. Enforcing your Union Contract Register to attend Virtual Labor School by calling Dayana Ocasio at 781-830-5723
Description: Participants will obtain both a BLS and ACLS certification upon the successful completion of the course. New certification participants must attend both Day 1 and Day 2 sessions. Recertification participants are welcome to attend Day 1 but are only required to attend the Day 2 skills session either from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.... Read more »
Wednesday, September 4 • 6-7:30 p.m. The Rights and Responsibilities of Union Members Wednesday, September 11 • 6-7:30 p.m. Components of a Union Contract Wednesday, September 18 • 6-7:30 p.m. Contract Bargaining Basics Wednesday, September 25 • 6-7:30 p.m. Enforcing your Union Contract Register to attend Virtual Labor School by calling Dayana Ocasio at 781-830-5723
Description: Nurses are now ranked as the second most commonly named defendant in a malpractice lawsuit. This program will describe the anatomy of a lawsuit including potential sources of claims and documentation issues as well as the chain of command utilized to address patient concerns. The program will include case study and analysis. Presenters: Janell L.... Read more »
Wednesday, September 4 • 6-7:30 p.m. The Rights and Responsibilities of Union Members Wednesday, September 11 • 6-7:30 p.m. Components of a Union Contract Wednesday, September 18 • 6-7:30 p.m. Contract Bargaining Basics Wednesday, September 25 • 6-7:30 p.m. Enforcing your Union Contract Register to attend Virtual Labor School by calling Dayana Ocasio at 781-830-5723
Description: Participants will obtain both a BLS and ACLS certification upon the successful completion of the course. New certification participants must attend both Day 1 and Day 2 sessions. Recertification participants are welcome to attend Day 1 but are only required to attend the Day 2 skills session either from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.... Read more »
Members register by signing in to the MNA App/events section or sign in to the website https://mna.yourassociation.org, and click the CE Programs/Events button. Non Members register by contacting: Liz Chmielinski at 781-830-5719 or echmielinski@mnarn.org Hotel Accommodations Margaritaville Resort Hyannis, MA A discounted early booking rate has been reserved for Convention attendees. Members must book their rooms directly with a credit... Read more »
Description: The responsibility of a licensed nurse includes knowledge of, and adherence to, the laws and rules that govern nursing as outlined in the Nurse Practice Act and regulations. This program will discuss the process of Massachusetts nurse licensure, protective measures nurses can take for their license, and navigating a complaint filed with the Massachusetts... Read more »
