Nursing Today

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."

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

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 [email protected]