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6th Annual National Patient Safety Conference Pre-Conference - Thursday October 15, 2009
Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN)
Jane H. Barnsteiner, PhD, RN, FAAN University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing
Joanne Disch, PhD, RN, FAAN University of Minnesota School of Nursing
Gerry Altmiller, EdD, MSN, APRN La Salle University School of Nursing Clinical Nurse Specialist Lourdes Health System
9:00 -12:00 The half day workshop will review the Quality and Safety competencies for pre-licensure and graduate nursing programs and report on the experiences of schools who have implemented the competencies into their pre-licensure program. Speakers will address resources available to assist faculty in implementing quality improvement and patient safety science in classroom, learning laboratories and in clinical experiences.
Content will include review and discussion of:
- Quality and Safety Education in Nursing (QSEN) Competencies
- Understanding and Applying Principles of Quality and Safety
- Integrating the QSEN Competencies into the Curriculum: Classroom, Laboratory, and Clinical Applications
- Disseminating the QSEN Competencies to Advance Best Practice
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Conference
6th Annual National Patient Safety Conference Promoting Professionalism: Managing Unmanageable Colleagues October 15 & 16, 2009 – Philadelphia Marriott West, Conshohocken, PA |
The University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing presents the 6th National Patient Safety Conference. The aim of this year’s conference is to examine the link between disruptive behavior and patient safety. Presentations and discussions will focus on dissemination of evidence-based practices to assist health care providers and organizations to develop and implement successful and innovative strategies for addressing intimidating and disruptive behavior and that promote a collaborative work environment. The conference will provide a forum for health care professionals to exchange experiences and research related to health work environments, quality and patient safety. Poster sessions are intended to highlight the use of cutting edge patient safety models as they support the National Patient Safety Goals.
Target Audience:
Nurses Physicians Risk Managers Patient Safety Officers Researchers Clinicans Faculty Patient Safety Advocates
Thursday October 15, 2009
| 2:00-2:15 |
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Welcome & Program Overview |
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Jane H. Barnsteiner, PhD, RN, FAAN University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing |
| 2:15-3:15 |
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Disruptive Clinician Behavior: How it Affects Your Patients and YOU |
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Grena Porto, RN, ARM, CPHRM Principal, QRS Healthcare Consulting, LLC |
| 3:15-3:30 |
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Break |
| 3:30-5:00 |
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Panel: Strategies to Address Disruptive Behaviors |
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* Introduction of Teamwork Training Skills to Clinical Staff to Promote Patient Safety Using TeamSTEPPS(TM) Approach |
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Linda Mimm, RN, BC, DL, CPHQ Abington Memorial Hospital
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* Implementing Successful and Innovative Strategies to Address disruptive Behaviors |
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Meredith King-Jensen, MSN, MA, RN, NY/NJ Veterans Healthcare Network 3
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* Crucial Conversations |
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Cynthia Richardson, MSN, RN & Courtney marshall, BSN, RN University of Pennsylvaia Health system |
| 5:00-6:30 |
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Poster Session/Reception |
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Friday October 16, 2009 |
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Continental Breakfast & Poster Session |
| 8:30-8:45 |
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Welcome |
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Kathleen G. Burke, PhD, RN Assistant Practice Professor Director, Nursing and Healthcare Administration and Health Leadership Graduate Programs University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing |
| 8:45-10:15 |
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Champions of Change for Quality Improvement |
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Spotlight on: Lehigh Valley Hospital & Health Network |
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* (FROM) How Dare You Confront Me (To) thank You for the Coaching |
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Beth Kessler, RN |
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* Huddle Up! Collective Responsibility to Positively Impact Workflow And Patient Safety |
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Melissa Kisegy-Kemmerer, BSN, RN, CMSRN |
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* Magnet PI: A Medical-Surgical Unit Based Performance Improvement Council |
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Tracie Heckman, MSN, RN, CMSRN |
| 10:15-10:45 |
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Break |
| 10:45-11:15 |
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Problem Solving Addressing Disruptive Behavior in the Home Health Care Setting |
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Joann K. Erb, PhD, RNC & Elizabeth Kane, RN, C, MA Abington Memorial Hospital Home Care |
| 11:15-12:00 |
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Teaching New RN Graduates How to Shield Themselves from Lateral Violence |
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Gerry Altmiller, EdD, MSN, APRN La Salle University School of Nursing Our Lady of Lourdes Health System |
| 12:00-1:00 |
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Lunch |
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Panel: Developing a Culture of Inter-Professional Communication and Collaboration: Voices from Nursing Leaders |
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Kathleen G. Burke, PhD, RN |
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Driving Out Disruptive Behaviors: What To Do On Monday Morning |
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Wrap-up / Summary |
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Kathleen G. Burke, PhD, RN |
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Ajourn |
Logistics: Location: - Philadelphia Marriott Conshohocken 111 Crawford Avenue, West Conshohocken, PA 19428 Phone: 1-610-941-5600 / Fax : 1-610-941-4425
The Philadelphia Marriott West is easy access from all points north, south, east & west.
Please mention the Patient Safety Conference to receive the reduce rate of $129 per night. A block of rooms have been reserved until September 17th, 2009.
A suburban hotel near Philadelphia, PA situated in the affluent Main Line business corridor - equidistant from City Center and the Philadelphia International Airport, the Philadelphia Marriott West exceeds all expectations. This Marriott hotel offers the latest Marriott Revive bed, featuring soft linens and down comforters. Experience the culinary delights of our new Shula's 347 Grill restaurant, offering an a la carte menu for lunch and dinner, ample seating for 200, and two private dining options. Named after the legendary Hall of Fame Coach Don Shula, this restaurant features everything from gourmet salads to certified Shula Cut steaks, and serves a full-service breakfast. For business and leisure travel near Philly, the Philadelphia Marriott West is the ideal choice.
Parking: On-site parking fee $12 daily / Valet parking $20 daily Driving Directions: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/maps/travel/phlwe-philadelphia-marriott-west/
Registration Information:
Download Registration Form Or Register Online
- Pre-conference registration fee is $69. Fee includes registration, continental breakfast, program materials, and nursing contact hour credits
- Conference registration fee is $229.00. Fee includes registration, program materials, nursing credits and poster session & reception on Thursday 10/15/2009and continental breakfast on lunch on Friday 10/16/2009.
- Early registration ensures attendance in the program. Day of registrants will be accepted only if space permits. A $25 fee will be assessed for return checks and credit card rejections.
Disability: If you need special accommodations due to disability, a 2-week notification would be appreciated.
Individual Discounts: A 15% discount is offered to SON Faculty, Alumni, Full-time Students & the University of Pennsylvania Health System, The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Veterans Affairs Medical Center of Philadelphia. Only one (1) discount per person/per registration.
Group Discount: A 15% discount is available for three or more participants (each) from the same institution registering at the same time.
Cancellations: Notification must be received in writing one week prior to a program for a full refund. Cancellations within the week will be assessed a $ 50 fee. Refunds will not be issued 48 hours prior to a program or once the program has begun.
Program cancellation & Substitutions: We reserve the right to cancel a program/course if low enrollment or circumstances beyond our control hinders its success. In the event of a cancellation, all registered participants would be notified and a full refund would be issued. Although rarely necessary, we reserve the right to substitute faculty if needed.
Taping & Duplicating Handouts: Audio and/or Video taping of CE programs/courses, as well as copying speaker handouts are prohibited.
General Information: Janet Tomcavage 215-898-4522 Fax: 215-573-9103 tomcavag@nursing.upenn.edu |
- Mailing address: University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing Claire M. Fagin Hall Center for Professional Development 418 Curie Blvd. Philadelphia, PA 19104-4217 |
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