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Bonus: Got pressing questions you'd like answered? Attendees who register by August 20th will be able to e-mail their questions to speakers.
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Clinical Workshops & Hands-on Programs
Kentucky International Convention Center
Louisville, KY
September 14 & 17, 2007
NEW!
Pre- and Post-Conference Events to the AORN Clinical Specialty Conference
These half-day and full-day programs offer in-depth education in specific practice areas. Many of these programs include hands-on learning, a valuable method to help you further your skills.
For half-day events, you may select to attend a morning or afternoon session.
Register Early! Hands-on programs have limited space.
Who Should Attend?
- Staff Nurses
- Team Leaders
- RN First Assistants
- Clinical Coordinators
- Advanced Practice Nurses
Pre-Conference Events - Friday, September 14 |
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| Orthopedic Workshop: Hands-on This half-day workshop is designed to further enhance hands-on skills in orthopedic surgery - including latest surgical techniques, instrumentation and clinical outcomes. Limited to 50 attendees. 3.25 Contact Hours |
8:00 -11:30 am
or 1:30 - 5:00 pm (repeat) |
| Innovations in Spine Surgery: Hands-on A half-day workshop designed for nurses who work on surgical spine cases. Enhance your skills in the newest techniques in spine surgery. Attend this intensive workshop and take-away skills you can implement upon returning to your facility. Limited to 25 attendees at each session. Education Grant Provided by Synthes 3.25 Contact Hours |
8:00 -11:30 am
or 1:30 - 5:00 pm (repeat) |
| PNDS Workshop: From Novice to Expert - What the Staff Nurse Needs to Know This half-day workshop is designed to introduce the key components of the Perioperative Nursing Data Set (PNDS) model from a novice perspective to promote the PNDS' use at the staff nurse level. The workshop will involve interactive, case study scenarios and implementation in the perioperative setting. 3.75 Contact Hours |
8:00am -12:00 pm
or 1:00 - 5:00 pm (repeat) |
| Endoscopic Surgical Skills Workshop: Hands-on Enhance your endoscopic skills in this multi-forum, hands-on program. Learn the latest technical skills related to endoscopic suturing. This two and a half hour workshop is offered three times. Select the timeframe most convenient for you. Register early! Each session limited to 20 attendees. 2.5 Contact Hours Education Grant Provided by Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. |
8:00 -10:30 am
or 12:00 - 2:30 pm (repeat) or 3:00 - 5:00 pm (repeat) |
| Leadership for the Staff Nurse All perioperative nurses need leadership skills to effectively collaborate with the perioperative team. This all-day seminar is specifically designed to introduce key leadership topics related to team building, collaboration, and communication. This seminar is a must-attend for staff nurses interested in furthering their personal leadership skills and those aspiring or training for a team leader position. Led by expert presenter Judy Pins, RN, BSN, MBA. 7 Contact Hours |
Full Day
8:00 am - 4:30 pm (lunch on your own from Noon - 1:00 pm) |
Post-Conference Events - Monday, September 17 |
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| Electrosurgery Basics Workshop A half-day workshop designed for nurses who desire to advance their technical skills and learn the latest advances in electrosurgery. Our expert presenter will provide tips in safety and best practices. 3.25 Contact Hours Education Grant Provided by Tyco Healthcare/Valleylab |
8:00 -11:30 am
or 1:30 - 5:00 pm (repeat) |
| Risk Management Updates for the Staff Nurse An interactive workshop designed for registered nurses who work in all perioperative clinical practice areas. The workshop will introduce the key components of risk management, patient safety, how this can impact a nurses' career, and clinical outcomes. A great seminar for staff nurses, nurse leaders, and educators. 7 Contact Hours |
Full Day
8:00 am - 4:30 pm (lunch on your own from Noon - 1:00 pm) |