Nursing Today UW Continuing Nursing Education

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 

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

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  

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."

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."  

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."