In this podcast, Dr. Julian Perez, a Seattle-area physician, speaks about clinic- and community-based interventions that address the root causes of health inequity, not only in individual practice, but all the way to the state, national and global level. Learn what special qualifications most healthcare professionals possess that make them perfect advocates for the health and well being of patients.    available:     Featuring— Julian Perez, MD Family and Community Physician, Sea Mar Community Health Centers, Burien Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Washington School of Medicine, Seattle

Does Healthcare Make Us Healthy?

Learn about the differences and similarities of nursing in the United States compared to the United Kingdom in this informal conversation between two staff RNs—one from an emergency department in California and one from a rural hospital in Scotland. Contact hours are not available for this podcast.   Featuring— Briauna Nichols,  Staff Nurse, San Francisco Karen Beck, Staff Nurse, Ayr, Scotland

Nursing in Two Different Worlds

Many nurses and NPs think there's not much they can do for patients with dementia. But an innovative intervention developed at the University of Washington has been shown to successfully treat symptoms of dementia. Learn about this proven method and upcoming training opportunities at the University of Washington School of Nursing.    available:     Featuring— Christina Coulter, PhD, ARNP Research Scientist, University of Washington School of Nursing, Nurse Practitioner, Internal Medicine, Swedish Medical Center, Seattle

RDAD: Reducing Disability in Alzheimer's Disease

There are many reasons why people become nurses. And there are many reasons why nurses frequently switch jobs. But the number one reason most nurses stay in a job may surprise you. Learn what makes a good team, fosters the best work environment—and most of all—can keep you fully-engaged in your nursing career.    available: .  The lecture was recorded in October 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the Update in Medical-Surgical Nursing Conference in Seattle, WA. The handout Cheri refers to in the podcast is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring— Constantino-Shor, MSN, RN, CRNI, CMSRN Postoperative Clinical Nurse Specialist  Swedish Medical Center     Reviews:  "Cheri Constantino-Shor did an incredible talk. She is an excellent speaker." "She has such energy for nursing and is a true leader in what it means to do self care and care for our peers." "One of the most interesting speakers I have had the pleasure of hearing."

Make Nursing a Career, Not a Job

What's the most important tool you can use for your patients in the diagnosis and treatment of dementia? And what nonpharmacological approaches work as well—if not better—than antidepressants? Learn about the connection between depression, diabetes and dementia, and the steps you and your patients can take to change behaviors and improve outcomes.   available: .  The lecture was recorded in March 2018 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the Diabetes Update Conference in Seattle, WA. Handout is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring—  Timothy Meeks, MN, RN-BC Medical Surgical Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist, Clinical Education, UW Medicine/Harborview Medical Center, Seattle   More from Timothy Meeks:    Reviews:  "Impressive speaker with a great balance of humor and practical advice."  "Timothy gave us some great evidence-based information that will inform my practice going forward."  "The parts about planting the seed and iterating and reiterating is good for all our patients, not just the ones with cognitive issues."

The 3 Ds: Depression, Diabetes and Dementia

Learn the latest guidelines, tools and advice about protecting your practice when prescribing controlled substances. This podcast focuses on prescribing opioids, but the information can be applied to any controlled substance.    available: .  The lecture was recorded March 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the Challenge of Pain Conference in Seattle, WA. Handout is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring— Pamela Stitzlein Davies, MS, ARNP, ACHPN, BC Research Coordinator, Pain Tracker Self-Manager Study, UW Department Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences; Clinical Instructor, UWSON; Teaching Associate, UWSOM; Adjunct Instructor, Seattle Pacific University Review:  "This content is what I have been waiting for. I didn't realize all the documentation that is required when prescribing opioids. I will check to make sure our documentation practices follow the recommendations given in this talk."

Protecting Your Practice When Prescribing Controlled Substances

Bloodletting. Lobotomies. Cocaine for toothaches...History shows us that some of the medical treatments we thought were correct were totally off the mark! So what about now? It's inevitable that upcoming generations will improve upon what we know and how we do things. These generations are in the workforce now. Learn what you can do to capitalize on the strengths of each generation and create a high-functioning team that will take staffing and patient care to the next level.    available: .  The lecture was recorded May 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the Nurse Educators Conference in Seattle, WA. Handout is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring— Dixie Weber, MS, RN

Create a Dream Team: Change Up Your Nursing Staff

There are five generations in the workforce today, all with distinct motivations and goals. It’s messy. It’s challenging—not only to work together, but also to keep from driving each other crazy. Learn about the characteristics of each of the five generations, the teaching methods and styles that best suit each generation, the technology preferences of each group and how you can use generational strengths and differences to build a healthy, functioning team.  available: .  The lecture was recorded May 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the Nurse Educators Conference in Seattle, WA. Handout is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring— Dixie Weaver, MS, RN Service Line Administrator, St. Luke's Health System, Boise, ID Dixie.weber@yahoo.com

Surviving and Thriving with Your Multigenerational Workforce and Team

Dr. David Inwards-Breland outlines the steps clinicians can take to ensure transgender youth receive the care they need—from the moment a patient enters the waiting room of their pediatrician’s office until they transition to the care of an adult provider.  available:   Handouts are available when you register for contact hour credit. (See above.) The lecture was recorded May 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the annual Women's Health Drug Therapy Conference in Seattle, WA.   Featuring— David Inwards-Breland, MD, MPH Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Adolescent Medicine, Seattle Children’s, Seattle

Caring for Transgender Youth

A critical care nurse shares the ups and downs that she experienced when newly diagnosed with diabetes. Despite being a nurse and following medical instructions about blood sugar control, Diane was unsuccessful in keeping her A1C low enough. What was wrong? It took Diane and her identical twin two years to solve her healthcare puzzle. And today, she provides some ideas on what your patients might be experiencing and how to better assess what they are telling you.  available: .  The lecture was recorded February 2017 by UW Continuing Nursing Education at the annual Diabetes Conference in Seattle, WA. Handout is available when you register for contact hours. (See above.)   Featuring— Diane Wolfson, RN, CCRN Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical and Oncology ICU, University of Washington Medical Center, Seattle

Diabetes Deep Dive

This lecture series features highly-rated talks by outstanding speakers who presented at University of Washington events. Earn contact hours as you listen to experts discuss healthcare trends, legal and professional issues, self-care, patient safety and best practice—with a focus on evidence-based nursing.UWCNE is proud to be accredited with distinction as a provider of Continuing Nursing Education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).

There is a factor intrinsic in every human being that can prevent us from achieving excellence in healthcare equity. Discover what that factor is and how understanding its impact can change the way we approach others. In this podcast, Dr. Kenya Beard encourages providers and key stakeholders to reflect on the challenges of healthcare equality. She shares critical approaches to the advancement of health equity and explores ways in which providers can make a difference in treating all patients equally.  available:  Handouts are available when you register for contact hours. (See above.) Featuring— Kenya Beard, EdD, AGACNP-BC, NP-C, CNE, ANEF  Associate Professor, CUNY School of Professional Studies Senior Fellow, Center for Health, Media and Policy 2012, Josiah Macy Scholarship, City University New York

We're More Diverse—Now What?

Strengthen your practice through mentoring. In this lecture, Dr. Cindy Sayre, devoted nurse leader and educator, speaks of the benefits of mentoring and being mentored and shares tips and tricks on tackling the imposter syndrome.  available:   Featuring—Cindy Sayre, PhD, RN Chief Nursing Officer, University of Washington Medical Center

Accidental Mentor

This lecture series features highly-rated talks by outstanding speakers who presented at University of Washington events. Earn contact hours as you listen to experts discuss healthcare trends, legal and professional issues, self-care, patient safety and best practice—with a focus on evidence-based nursing.<br><br>UWCNE is proud to be accredited with distinction as a provider of Continuing Nursing Education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation (ANCC).

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