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1 Learning & Development Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Prep Review Enhance Your Career. Enrich Your Future. Get Certified! September 17 & 18, 2015 Allina Commons, Minneapolis, MN

2 TARGET AUDIENCE This exam prep course is designed for nurses working in Medical-Surgical and Progressive Care Units who wish to take the Med-Surg Certification exam. COURSE DESCRIPTION This two-day course is designed to provide nurses with the tools, confidence and knowledge to successfully complete the Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam. The exam content outlines and blueprints from the ANCC and MSNCB were used to develop this program. Topics covered from the exam content outlines will include: review of body systems, cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic, gastrointestinal, renal, genitourinary, reproductive, endocrine, hematologic, musculoskeletal, immune and more. Pathophysiology of disease processes including signs and symptoms and treatment modalities will be presented. The nursing process and nursing practice roles in the management of patient care will be discussed through case scenarios and sample questions. All aspects of the Practice Domains will be addressed at the end of day 2 and strategies for test-taking will also be covered. Agenda Sign-in begins at 7:30 am in the Allina Commons lobby. Each day includes a one-hour lunch (on your own), as well as a morning and afternoon break of 15 minutes each. The order of lectures presented and break times may vary according to speaker preference. Exam prep fee includes educational credits, materials, and free parking. All food and beverage is on your Day 1 - Sept. 17, :00 ANCC vs. MSNCB Benefits of Certification Initial Criteria Cost Recertification Membership 8:30 Cardiovascular Anatomy and Physiology Acute Coronary Syndrome Myocardial Infarction Heart Failure Hypertension 9:45 Break 10:00 Cardiovascular (cont.) AAA Cardiac Trauma Cardiac Medications 11:00 Pulmonary Anatomy and Physiology Aspiration ABGs COPD and Asthma Pulmonary Medications 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Pulmonary (cont.) Sleep Apnea Blunt Chest Trauma Pneumothorax PE Respiratory Failure 2:15 Break 2:30 Neurological Disorders Anatomy and Physiology Stroke Seizures Meningitis Encephalitis Neuromuscular Disorders Musculoskeletal Fractures Traction Fat Embolism Rhabdomyolysis 3:15 Behavioral Disorders Dementia Delirium Alcohol Withdrawal 4:00 Legal and Ethical Considerations ANA Code of Ethics HIPAA Scope of Practice 4:30 Adjourn

3 own. To ensure a comfortable environment, attendance may be capped; early registration is recommended. Why Be Certified Certification in the medical-surgical nursing specialty shows that you have taken the extra step to validate your knowledge and skills. Take the time to show your colleagues and patients your commitment to excellence in medical-surgical nursing practice. Promotion of quality patient care Evaluation of the standards of medical-surgical nursing practice Documentation of this specialized knowledge base Peer recognition Increased self-esteem and satisfaction Advocacy for the specialty of medical-surgical nursing Program Learning Outcomes This program prepares the learner to: Differentiate between the ANCC and the MSNCB exams and determine which will best suit their practice. Understand how this exam validates and empowers the nurse s practice. Successfully complete the certification exam with a passing score. Day 2 - Sept. 18, :00 Immunological and Hematological Inflammatory Response AIDS Leukemia Sickle Cell DVT Pressure Ulcers 9:00 Endocrine Disorders Thyroid Dysfunction Adrenal Disorders Diabetes DKA and HHS DI and SIADH 9:45 Break 10:00 Renal and GU Disorders Acute Kidney Injury Chronic Renal Failure BPH 11:00 Gastrointestinal Disorders GI Bleeds Bowel Obstruction Infarction 12:00 Lunch 1:00 Gastrointestinal (cont.) Pancreatitis Liver Failure Hepatitis 1:30 Multisystem Shock SIRS Sepsis 2:15 Break 2:30 ANCC and MSNCB Exam Blueprints Breakdown of the Domains of Practice ANCC Domains of Nursing Practice Health Promotion and Health Teaching Planning, Implementation and Outcomes Evaluation Professional Role Assessment and Evaluation 3:15 Test-Taking Strategies 4:00 Adjourn 3

4 ACCREDITATION RN/LPN: Contact Hours Includes 1.5 Pharmacology Contact Hours Med-Ed, Inc. is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. Med-Ed, Inc. is an approved provider by the following State Boards of Nursing: Florida/FBN 3215, Iowa/296, California #CEP If your profession is not listed we suggest contacting your board to determine your continuing education requirements and ask about reciprocal approval. Many boards will approve this seminar based on the accreditation of the boards listed here. Faculty Vicki Milledge, MSN, RN-BC, CCRN, PCCN Vicki began her nursing career 30 years ago, working in a medical ICU at a university tertiary medical center. She earned both her BSN and MSN while using her extensive nursing experience in various critical care units across the Midwest, as well as in the recovery room, endoscopy and administration. Her roles have included ACLS instructor, Nurse Manager, as well as Nurse Educator. Currently, she proudly holds the title of staff nurse. Vicki s students enjoy her open and easygoing style of instruction as well as her use of humor in education. Allina Health Planning Committee Patrick Cavanaugh, RN, BSN, PHN Manager, Clinical Education and Development Learning & Development Val Kriegler, RN MSN Manager, Learning & Development Mercy Hospital Krista Lee, BS Program Specialist Learning & Development Susan Loushin, RN, MA Professional Development Specialist United Hospital Tonya Montesinos, MS, BS, RN-BC, PHN Director of Nursing Professional Practice Magnet Coordinator Abbott Northwestern Hospital Robin Winterfeldt, RN BSN Manager, Learning & Development St. Francis Regional Medical Center and New Ulm Medical Center 4

5 Location & Parking Allina Commons at Midtown Exchange Greenway Level, Pettingill Hall B Minneapolis, MN Allina Commons Security Desk: Allina Commons Parking is located in the ramp adjacent to the Midtown Exchange Building on 10th Ave S. In order to validate you for free parking you must bring your ticket in with you. If you are an Allina Health employee we ask that you bring your badge with you. We are not able to validate for any other ramps if you mistakenly park somewhere other than Midtown Exchange ramp. REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION Registration deadline is Friday, September 11 A registration confirmation will be sent via from Education_at_Allina@ ServerVault.com Education_at_Allina@ServerVault.com (if you don t see the confirmation within minutes of registering, check your spam/junk folder). The includes the payment link, conference details and directions. We recommend printing and/or retaining a copy for your records. If you have not received a registration confirmation via prior to the start of the conference, please contact Learning & Development at to verify your registration. Chicago Ave Sheraton Hotel METRO TRANSIT Elliot Ave 28th St E Lyndale Ave S Allina Commons MIDTOWN EXCHANGE E Lake St 10th Ave S Lyndale Ave S Parking Ramp ONE WAY Short Contract term parking ONE WAY parking entrance entrance 11th Ave S TUITION PAYMENT Allina Health Employee, Affiliate and Contract Affiliate $ External $ Payment deadline is Friday, September 11 You will not be considered registered for the course until tuition is received. If you have registered but payment has not been received by the deadline noted above, you will be automatically cancelled from the class and receive an indicating the cancellation of your registration. Questions regarding receipts and payments call at CANCELLATION POLICY Tuition is refundable if request is received by Friday, September 11 Notices after this date will not receive a refund. You may send an alternate. To complete your cancellation or substitution call

6 To Qualify for the Exam At the time you apply for the exam, you must: Hold a current, active RN license within a state or territory of the United States or the professional, legally recognized equivalent in another country. International Applicants: Learn about additional requirements for candidates outside the US. Have practiced the equivalent of 2 years full-time as a registered nurse. Have a minimum of 2,000 hours of clinical practice in the specialty area of medical-surgical nursing within the last 3 years. Have completed 30 hours of continuing education in medical-surgical nursing within the last 3 years. More information on testing: (RN-BC) (MSNCB) ALLINA HEALTH EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENT If you are planning to use the Tuition/Education Claim Form to pay for this course, you have two Claim Types to choose from: 1. Advancement (prior to course) Submit a copy of the brochure showing price, after the class a certificate of completion should be submitted to the HR Service Center 2. Reimbursement (after course) Submit a copy of the certificate with proof of payment. Submit these forms to the HR Service Center, MR 10700; Learning & Development is unable to process these forms. For questions regarding reimbursement call SPECIAL NEEDS Learning & Development is fully committed to accommodating the special needs of participants and will do everything possible for requests called in at least 7 business days in advance of the start date to Accommodations or special needs requested after that timeframe cannot be guaranteed. 6

7 REGISTRATION Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Prep Review Sept. 17 & 18, 2015 Registration & Payment Deadline: Friday, September 11 All attendees must self-register in Saba Allina Health Employee & Affiliate & Contract Affiliate: $125 External: $ Go to the AKN, under the Education & Research tab > Continuing Education > Click on the Allina Learning Management System (SABA) Log in with your Allina Health User ID and Password 2. On the Home tab, go to the Navigation Links Box and click on Registration/Catalog Search 3. On the left hand side bar, click on Browse by Category 4. Select the course and click on Register 5. Check your Allina Health for the Payment Link You are not considered registered until tuition is received Allina Health Contract Affiliate Registration: 1. Go to Excellian.net and click on How To and Training Tab and then click on Allina LMS (SABA) and log-in using your log in and password. 2. On the Home tab, go to the Navigation Links Box and click on Registration/Catalog Search 3. On the left hand side bar, click on Browse by Category 4. Select the course and click on Register 5. Check your Allina Health for the Payment Link You are not considered registered until tuition is received External General Registration At the top of the page select For Medical Professionals then on the left side click Earn CME/CEU 3. In the grey box click link 4. Log in with your address and use the password welcome a. If you have never attended an Allina Health event you will click I m a New User b. If you would like receive future mailings on conferences offered, please complete your address. 5. Select the Search for Courses tab 6. Select the course and click on Register > Confirm > Place Order 7. Check your for the Payment Link contained within the Registration Confirmation; it s sent within minutes of registering. If you do not see it, make sure to check your junk folder. a. Sent via from Education_at_Allina@ServerVault.com You are not considered registered until tuition is received TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE or help with registering Refer to your Saba log in page ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM. TM A TRADEMARK OF ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEM

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