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SPRING 2013 PROGRAMS
DATES:
May 10 - 24, 2013 (Session Three)
Enrollment for session three is now closed.
Enrollment for session three is now closed.
June 14 - 28, 2013 (Session Four)
Fee: $70/$55 for MU students/alumni
Criteria for successful completion of this program is the review of all self-study materials (time will be verified), earning a score of 80 or above on the 20 question post-test and completion of the program evaluation. A certificate will be emailed after the course ends, and upon verification of successful completion.
Preregistration is required and is limited (so please register early). This is an online self-paced learner activity that requires computer and internet access. Six contact hours will be provided. Approximately one week before the start date participants will receive program information, access dates and instructions on how to log-in to the course materials. Participants will have a two week period to complete the program. The course may be completed in increments.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
This innovative course provides an overview of the pharmacology of controlled substances. It has been designed to meet the continuing education requirement for the prescriptive practice of the Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) in NJ. The presenters will explore the challenges of responsible prescribing and will share the insight and knowledge gained from their nursing practice. The program is comprised of four modules which include audiovisual material, readings, case studies, and narrated slides.
Topics will include: Pharmacodynamics of controlled substances, prevention/diminution of addictions in the general population, prevention and management of impaired practice among health professionals, as well as the use of controlled substances for the management of psychiatric, non-psychiatric and non-pain related conditions.
Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies at Monmouth University is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the New Jersey State Nurses Association, an accredited approver, by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. Provider number: P242-5/12-15.
Speakers, presenters, and faculty members have declared that they have nothing to disclose. There is no commercial support for this activity.
Date: Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Time: 5 – 8:45 p.m.
Location: Bey Hall, Young Auditorium
Fee: : $55/$40 for MU Students (A light dinner is included in the program fee)
This program will provide 3.5 contact hours for nurses.
Children are not just small adults, and the practice of pediatric emergency medicine presents unique challenges. Dr. Todd A. Mastrovitch will present an overview of conditions that require urgent care including guidelines for assessment and intervention. An emphasis will be placed on cases that should not be missed and how to identify the sick child in the health office or waiting room.
Topics will include: health issues commonly seen in the emergency care setting; diagnostic and treatment guidelines; pediatric systems review; and the pediatric assessment triangle.
Third Annual Distinguished Lecture
Patricia Barnett
Nursing Leadership: Looking Back and Looking Forward
Date: Thursday, May 16, 2013
Time: 6:30 - 8 p.m.
Location: Wilson Auditorium
Cost: Free
Please Note: This event is by invitation and limited to Monmouth University graduating nursing students and preceptors.
The Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies is pleased to announce that Patricia Barnett, will provide the 2013 Distinguished Lecture. This event highlights the work of an individual who has made a significant contribution to the practice of nursing.
Pat Barnett, Chief Executive Officer, New Jersey State Nurses Association, is a nurse-attorney, with 30 years of experience, who has impacted health policy and access to care at the city, state and federal levels. She will highlight the work of individuals who have made a difference in nursing practice and will speak on the shifting roles and the importance of nursing leadership in the changing healthcare environment.
1.5 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) contact hours will be provided by the Marjorie K. Unterberg School of Nursing and Health Studies – Center for Professional Development in Nursing and Health.
Please Note:
This event is by invitation and limited to Monmouth University graduating nursing students and preceptors. Preregistration is required. Please RSVP by May 2, 2013.
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SUMMER 2013 PROGRAMS
Date: Tuesday, June 11, 2013
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Location: The Club, Magill Commons
Fee: $90 (a light lunch is included in the program fee)
5.5 contact hours for continuing nursing education will be provided.
Substitute Nurses are needed in many school districts! This class is designed to present an overview of the responsibilities of the Substitute School Nurse.
The following topics will be covered:
- Certification requirements and employment opportunities
- Tips and techniques for the management of the school health office
- Documentation guidelines
- Examples of district policies for common school health concerns
- Introduction to diabetes management and insulin pumps
- An overview of emergency protocols with demonstration of the epi-pen, glucogon, and nebulizer
Date: Saturday, June 15, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: McAllan Hall, Room 329
Fee: $90 (a light lunch is included in the program fee)
This program will provide 5 contact hours for nurses.
This course is one of the most popular continuing education programs offered by the School of Nursing. The instructor will focus on basic clinical evaluation of the school age child including both normal and abnormal findings. The material covered will primarily focus on disease and disorders frequently observed in the school age child.
Topics will include overall pediatric assessment techniques, including health history review, identification of common pediatric disorders, guidelines for management of health issues, and planning for appropriate intervention.
Dates: June 24 - 28, 2013
Time: 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: Monmouth University - Classroom to be announced.
Fee: $725
Sixty-four (64) contact hours will be provided. (In addition to the classroom hours, approximately 26.5 hours of computer based coursework are required.) Students will be provided independent study materials prior to the start of the course.
This course reflects the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN) standards for adolescent, adult, and pediatric SANE education and the revised requirements of the NJ Board of Nursing for SANE Education. For MU Forensic Nursing Students, this course satisfies requirements for the SANE course in the certificate and MSN program.
This program is designed for the RN with at least 2 years recent clinical experience desiring to obtain the in-depth knowledge and skills needed to provide effective health care and services to victims of sexual assault. Content will include the biological, psychological, social and medico-legal dynamics of sexual assault including care of both male and female survivors across the lifespan.
Topics will include: role of the SANE in caring for sexual assault and abuse victims across the lifespan, nursing management of the sexually assaulted patient, evidence collection and analysis, exam documentation, clinical skill demonstrations, interdisciplinary collaboration, NJ laws and regulations, and an overview of the criminal justice system including tips on testifying.
Dates: Friday and Saturday, July 19 & 20, 2013
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Location: Monmouth University, Classroom TBA
Fee: $400/$350 MU students and alumni (Instructional materials, a continental breakfast and a light lunch are included in the program fee)
15 contact hours for nurses will be provided.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Step up for the “Boot Camp” at Monmouth University – an immersion program for Nurse Practitioners providing specialized training in key areas. The hands-on experience will be facilitated by content experts who will share knowledge, tips and techniques for practice. The boot camp is suitable for individuals who would like to update their knowledge and/or who are new to the role.
Participants will complete 2 modules daily - selecting 4 out of the 5 modules listed below. Each day will conclude with a 1.5 hour pharmacology update (Antibiotic Therapy & Psychotropic Pharmacology).
- X-Ray Interpretation
- EKG Assessment
- Care of Common Orthopedic Injuries and Splinting Basics
- Suturing and Wound Closure
- Psychiatric Assessment
- Clinical Decision Making – Interpretation of Lab Values
Upcoming Programs
If you would like to be notified of future programs, please contact the School of Nursing and Health Studies at 732-571-3443 and we will add you to our e-mail list.
About the Center
The Center for Professional Development in Nursing and Health is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the NJSNA, an accredited approver, by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's commission on Accreditation. Provider number: P242-4/09-12.
Registration Information
Registration must include full payment. Make checks payable to Monmouth University. If you wish to pay by credit card please call 732-571-3443 or register online.
Refund Policy
Refunds will be granted if the program is canceled due to limited enrollment. If you withdraw from the course at least 14 working days in advance, the fee may be applied to another continuing education program. Program registration is limited so please register early! If you would like more information, please call 732-571-3443 or send e-mail to bpaskewi@monmouth.edu.
Continuing education hours required for license
renewal
The NJ State Board of Nursing adopted a ruling that requires nurses to complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years. The programs must be related to nursing and approved by an agency accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies, such as the ANCC. Successful completion of a course related to nursing offered by a college or university counts toward this requirement, as does the development of a curriculum. If you would like to read the details of this ruling, please visit the NJ Board of Nursing Web site: www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/adoption/nurado51II.htm
The School of Nursing will continue to offer programs to meet these requirements and we intend to increase our offerings in the coming years. If there are topics that you would like to see offered or if you are interested in offering a program, please contact Barbara Paskewich at 732-571-3443 or send e-mail to bpaskewi@monmouth.edu.
