Upcoming Medical Conferences in St Cloud

Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC) is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Aug 20 - 21, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Windfeldt Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 15.58 Contact Hours. Target Audience : It is recommended that the registered nurse participant have at least six (6) months of clinical emergency pediatric nursing experience related to assessing and stabilizing pediatric patients. Description : ENA developed the Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course to establish a standardized body of pediatric emergency nursing knowledge and to improve the care of all pediatric patients. This fourth edition course combines interactive learning with scenario-based assessments to give nurses a comprehensive learning experience. Course Pre-requisite : Completion of the ENA Pre-course online modules is required before attending class. Information on how to access these modules will be sent to participants, along with their textbook, at least 30 days prior to the course. Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held on Aug 22, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Windfeldt Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 4 Contact Hours. Target Audience : The ACLS Course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, and paramedics, as well as others who need an ACLS course completion card for job or other requirements.  Description : The renewal course is designed for individuals who have taken the ACLS Initial course previously and incorporate ACLS algorithms and ideology in their everyday work practice. Those who do not work in environments with daily use of ACLS algorithms are encouraged to take the initial course as a refresher. Course participants must have an excellent working knowledge of EKG rhythms and ACLS pharmacology. Purpose: Upon completion of this class, participants will be able to manage cardiorespiratory emergencies by using the systematic ACLS guidelines of the American Heart Association (AHA). This includes: how to evaluate and manage a sudden adult respiratory arrest, VF/VT arrest, asystole, pulseless electrical activity, bradycardias, stable and unstable tachycardias, acute coronary syndromes and acute stroke.  Objectives : Following the program, the participant will be able to: • Recognize and initiate early management of prearrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome. • Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including chest compressions and integration of AED use. • Manage cardiac arrest until return of spontaneous circulation, termination of resuscitation or transfer of care. • Identify and treat ischemic chest pain and expedite the care of patients with acute coronary syndromes. • Recognize other life-threatening clinical situations and provide effective initial care and transfer to reduce disability and death. • Demonstrate effective communication as a member/lead of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance.

Basic Electrocardiography (ECG) Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Aug 22 - 23, 2019 at CentraCare South Point, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 11.5 contact hours. Target Audience: The classes are intended for nurses and health care professionals who need the theoretical information to support their clinical practice or desire increased knowledge to enhance current clinical practice. Purpose: The Basic ECG course provides essential content for nurses practicing in a monitored setting. Material presented is based on the core curriculum published by the American Association of Critical Care nurses (AACN) and includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, and nursing and medical interventions for Basic ECG interpretation. Learning Outcome: Participants will successfully pass with 80% grade or better on the written ECG test after attending educational activity. Learning Objectives: • Identify NSR (normal sinus rhythm), atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree blocks, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation and ventricular standstill. • State when electrical intervention versus medication therapy is utilized and why. • Identify what actions to take when a patient experiences a rhythm change, based on the rhythm. • Identify the components of the heart’s conduction system. • Define the terms: depolarization, repolarization, lead, electrode, ectopy, pacemaker, electrocardiogram, capture, sensing. • State the correlation between the electrical (P, QRS, T) and the mechanical events of the heart. • State the effects of the autonomic nervous system on the heart. • State a systematic approach to rhythm analysis. • State basic understanding of pacemaker/ICD function

Basic Electrocardiography (ECG) Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Sep 05 - 06, 2019 at CentraCare South Point, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 11.5 contact hours. Target Audience: The classes are intended for nurses and health care professionals who need theoretical information to support their clinical practice or desire increased knowledge to enhance current clinical practice. Description: The Basic ECG course provides essential content for nurses practicing in a monitored setting. Material presented is based on the core curriculum published by the American Association of Critical Care nurses (AACN) and includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, and nursing and medical interventions for Basic ECG interpretation. Objectives: • Identify NSR (normal sinus rhythm), atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree blocks, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation and ventricular standstill. • State when electrical intervention versus medication therapy is utilized and why. • Identify what actions to take when a patient experiences a rhythm change, based on the rhythm. • Identify the components of the heart’s conduction system. • Define the terms: depolarization, repolarization, lead, electrode, ectopy, pacemaker, electrocardiogram, capture, sensing. • State the correlation between the electrical (P, QRS, T) and the mechanical events of the heart. • State the effects of the autonomic nervous system on the heart. • State a systematic approach to rhythm analysis. • State basic understanding of pacemaker/ICD function Learning Outcome : Participants will successfully pass with 80% grade or better on the written ECG test after attending educational activity.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Initial Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held on Sep 18, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Windfeldt Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 8 Contact Hours.  Target Audience: The ACLS Course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, and paramedics, as well as others who need an ACLS course completion card for job or other requirements.  Description: Through didactic instruction and active participation in simulated cases, the student will enhance their skills in the recognition and intervention ofcardiopulmonary arrest, immediate post arrest, acute dysrhythmia, stroke, and acute coronary syndromes. The following knowledge and skills are Required for successful completion of the initial course: • AHA BLS Provider skills • Working knowledge of EKG rhythms • Basic ACLS drug and pharmacology knowledge • Practical application of ACLS rhythms & drugs Purpose: Upon completion of this class, participants will be able to manage cardio respiratory emergencies by using the systematic ACLS guidelines of the American Heart Association (AHA). This includes: how to evaluate and manage a sudden adult respiratory arrest, VF/VT arrest, asystole, pulseless electrical activity, bradycardias, stable and unstable tachycardias, acute coronary syndromes and acute stroke.  Objectives : Following the program, the participant will be able to: • Recognize and initiate early management of prearrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome. • Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including chest compressions and integration of AED use. • Manage cardiac arrest until return of spontaneous circulation, termination of resuscitation or transfer of care. • Identify and treat ischemic chest pain and expedite the care of patients with acute coronary syndromes. • Recognize other life-threatening clinical situations and provide effective initial care and transfer to reduce disability and death. • Demonstrate effective communication as a member/lead of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team dynamics on overall team performance.

Basic Electrocardiography (ECG) Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Sep 19 - 20, 2019 at CentraCare South Point, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 11.5 contact hours. Target Audience : The classes are intended for nurses and health care professionals who need theoretical information to support their clinical practice or desire increased knowledge to enhance current clinical practice. Description : The Basic ECG course provides essential content for nurses practicing in a monitored setting. Material presented is based on the core curriculum published by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) and includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, and nursing and medical interventions for Basic ECG interpretation. Objectives : • Identify NSR (normal sinus rhythm), atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree blocks, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation and ventricular standstill. • State when electrical intervention versus medication therapy is utilized and why. • Identify what actions to take when a patient experiences a rhythm change, based on the rhythm. • Identify the components of the heart’s conduction system. • Define the terms: depolarization, repolarization, lead, electrode, ectopy, pacemaker, electrocardiogram, capture, sensing. • State the correlation between the electrical (P, QRS, T) and the mechanical events of the heart. • State the effects of the autonomic nervous system on the heart. • State a systematic approach to rhythm analysis. • State basic understanding of pacemaker/ICD function Learning Outcome : Participants will successfully pass with 80% grade or better on the written ECG test after attending an educational activity.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - Renewal Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held on Sep 24, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Windfeldt Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 4 Contact Hours. Target Audience: The ACLS Course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management of cardiopulmonary arrest or other cardiovascular emergencies. This includes personnel in emergency response, emergency medicine, intensive care, and critical care units such as physicians, nurses, and paramedics, as well as others who need an ACLS course completion card for job or other requirements.  Description: The renewal course is designed for individuals who have taken the ACLS Initial course previously and incorporate ACLS algorithms and ideology in their everyday work practice. Those who do not work in environments with daily use of ACLS algorithms are encouraged to take the initial course as a refresher. Course participants must have excellent working knowledge of EKG rhythms and ACLS pharmacology. Objectives: Following the program, the participant will be able to: • Recognize and initiate early management of prearrest conditions that may result in cardiac arrest or complicate resuscitation outcome. • Demonstrate proficiency in providing BLS care, including chest compressions and integration of AED use. • Manage cardiac arrest until return of spontaneous circulation, termination of resuscitation or transfer of care. • Identify and treat ischemic chest pain and expedite the care of patients with acute coronary syndromes. • Recognize other life-threatening clinical situations and provide effective initial care and transfer to reduce disability and death. • Demonstrate effective communication as a member/lead of a resuscitation team and recognize the impact of team-dynamics on overall team performance.

Stroke Certification Preparation Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Sep 30 - Oct 01, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Hughes Mathews Rooms, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 14.5 Contact Hours. Target Audience : Nurses specializing and interested in the care of stroke patients; and/or preparing to take the Stroke Certification Registered Nurse exam. Purpose: This course is designed to prepare the nurse specializing in the care of stroke patients for the certification exam. Learning Outcomes: Following this education, participants will be able to: • Self-report on the evaluation how they will change their practice as a result of knowledge gained during this activity. • Self-report increased confidence in preparing for the CPAN/CAPA Certification exam (if applicable). Additional details will be posted as soon as they are available.

Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) Fetal Heart Monitoring Program is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Oct 02 - 03, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Windfeldt Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Conference has been approved for a maximum of 18 Contact Hours. Target Audience: The Intermediate FHM Course is not intended to be the initial FHM course one attends and it does not replace a basic/foundation/introduction course or perinatal clinical experience using FHM.  Individuals should have completed a basic or foundation FHM course and use FHM technology in their perinatal settings. Examples include that course participants may have been practicing 6 months or greater, while in other cases, participants may have completed an introductory FHM course and have utilized FHM technology for 3-6 months. CentraCare Health recommends that participants have 12-18 months of full-time experience utilizing FHM technology.  Purpose: To promote integration of knowledge and skills essential to nursing assessment, promotion, and evaluation of fetal safety during labor. Description: This comprehensive 2-day course is a validation of competency. Participants are notified of their “pass” or “fail” status upon completion of testing at each skill station. In the case of a “fail,” the participant has additional opportunities to achieve “pass” through review with an instructor, practice, and retesting. This will be done after all participants complete all skill stations. Up to two skill stations may be repeated. Skills taught and knowledge assessed include: • Maternal and fetal physiology • Interpretation of fetal and uterine monitor tracing • Evaluation of auscultated fetal heart sounds • Leopold’s Maneuvers • Placement of fetal spiral electrodes and intrauterine pressure catheters • Evaluation of strategies for enhancing Communication Objectives: Following the program, the participant will be able to: • Analyze fetal heart rate patterns, uterine activity and their implications for fetal well-being. • Discuss indicated clinical interventions and related maternal-fetal physiology. • Effectively communicate verbal and written data about patient status. • Describe the roles and responsibilities of health care providers in the use of fetal heart monitoring in intrapartum care. • Demonstrate the psychomotor skills used in FHM.

Basic Electrocardiography (ECG) Course is organized by CentraCare Health and will be held from Oct 02 - 03, 2019 at CentraCare Health Plaza - Kremers Room, St Cloud, Minnesota, United States of America. This Course has been approved for a maximum of 11.5 contact hours. Target Audience: The classes are intended for nurses and health care professionals who need the theoretical information to support their clinical practice or desire increased knowledge to enhance current clinical practice. Description: The Basic ECG course provides essential content for nurses practicing in a monitored setting. Material presented is based on the core curriculum published by the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) and includes anatomy, physiology, pathology, and nursing and medical interventions for Basic ECG interpretation Objectives: • Identify NSR (normal sinus rhythm), atrial fibrillation, atrial flutter, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd degree blocks, ventricular tachycardia, ventricular fibrillation and ventricular standstill. • State when electrical intervention versus medication therapy is utilized and why. • Identify what actions to take when a patient experiences a rhythm change, based on the rhythm. • Identify the components of the heart’s conduction system. • Define the terms: depolarization, repolarization, lead, electrode, ectopy, pacemaker, electrocardiogram, capture, sensing. • State the correlation between the electrical (P, QRS, T) and the mechanical events of the heart. • State the effects of the autonomic nervous system on the heart. • State a systematic approach to rhythm analysis. • State basic understanding of pacemaker/ICD function Learning Outcome: Participants will successfully pass with 80% grade or better on the written ECG test after attending an educational activity.