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Grass Roots In Community Outreach For Optimal Infant Nutrition, Jessica Marie Gordon

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014:

Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life is strongly associated with optimal health outcomes for mother and child, in the short and long term. Yet exclusive breastfeeding is practiced by a minority of families, the duration rates of any and exclusive breastfeeding at six months are well below the United States Department of Health and Human Services Healthy People 2020 objectives. According to the 2008 report by the United States Breastfeeding Committee barriers that effect why moms do not breastfeed include: 1) limited provider awareness, knowledge, skills, and practices and limited …

Grams Vs Miligrams: A Fatal Mistake, Brandon De Horta

Leadership Connection

Medication errors are preventable adverse effects in patient care. With medical errors being one of the leading causes of inpatient & outpatient deaths, the nursing community has implemented several safety nets for improving medication practices. They happen for many reasons such as poor communication, improper documentation, illegible handwriting, similar medications, and high patient-to-nurse ratio. Unfortunately with all the guidelines for reducing medical errors, the nursing community still uses the improper abbreviation of gm for grams than the International Standard of Unit (ISU) approved abbreviation g. Nursing has become a very diverse practice that has been utilized by corporations, military branches, …

Frontline Clinical Intervention Program: Use Of A Smartphone Application To Improve Post-Op Care, Maureen M. Ercole

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014:

Numerous barriers exist for patient adherence to post operative care following total laryngectomy. Without complete voice restoration, the single most challenging postoperative consequence is the inability for patients to effectively communicate with their care team. This protocol explores the use of a smartphone application to improve post-operative outcomes following major Head and Neck Cancer and Reconstructive Surgery by providing timely resources and support to the patient and their caregivers. The health care field will be enriched with new ways to interact, support, and communicate with patients. The innovative model of care strives to …

Fostering Evidence-Based Practice Competencies In Nurse Leaders: An Innovative Model, K. Renee Samples Twibell, S. Renee Gregg, Cynthia Davisson

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014: Effective nursing leaders at all levels of health care organizations and academic institutions worldwide require skills in evaluating and using sound evidence in practice.The seven evidence-based practice competencies for leaders include: (a) generating relevant inquiries that research can answer; (b) engaging resources to address priority inquiries, including shared governance systems; (c) searching for relevant literature in effective, efficient ways; (d) identifying the best levels of evidence; (e) critiquing research studies relevant for leaders; (f) appraising clusters of studies for readiness-to-use in practice; and (g) translating evidence into practice. Nurse leaders often express a …

Factors Influencing The Quality Of Emergency Department Nurse Shift Handover, Heather K. Thomson

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014:

Background: Nurse-to-nurse shift handover is defined as defined as bidirectional communication that results in the transfer of information and responsibility for a patient (Friesen et al., 2008; McFetridge et al., 2007; Tregunno, 2009). Nurse-to-nurse shift handover is an integral part of safe nursing care as incoming nurses depend on handover information to inform decision making, establish priorities, and to plan and provide patient care. The Emergency Department (ED) is a clinical area where nurse-to-nurse handover communication is particularly vulnerable as a result of the unpredictable, often chaotic nature of the environment. Although a …

Factors Influencing Parental Hpv Vaccine Acceptance Based On Child Gender: A Literature Review, Joyce L. Apted

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014:

Factors influencing parental HPV vaccine acceptance based on child gender: A literature review, Joyce Apted, RN, MSN, CPNP. Abstract: Background: The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was licensed for use in females in 2006 and for males in 2009 to prevent genital warts and HPV related cancers. Despite the availability of the vaccine and previous research indicating a willingness or intention of parents to vaccinate their children, vaccination rates remain low. Objectives: To identify and compare, based on child gender, the primary factors that influence actual parental acceptance leading to vaccination or non-acceptance of …

End Of Life In African American Older Adults: An Integrative Literature Review, Karen O. Moss, Karen M. Rose

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014:

End-of-life care in the United States is described as deficient and fragmented. Minority populations engage in end-of-life planning less frequently than Caucasians. African Americans represent the second largest minority group in the United States with its older adult population projected to increase by 114% by 2030. The Patient-Self Determination Act of 1990 requires Medicare and Medicaid funded healthcare organizations to empower patients to refuse or accept medical care and execute advance directives. The Study to Understand Prognoses and Preferences for Outcomes and Risks of Treatments (SUPPORT) confirmed substantial shortcomings of healthcare for seriously …

Electronic Medical Record Implementation As Change Management: Patient Safety, Amy Nordo

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014:

The Institute of Medicine 1999 report, To Err is Human, shocked the world (Kohn, Corrigan, Donaldson, 2000). The realization that our healthcare system caused the death of patients at alarming rates was a call to action for many. The quest to find ways to mitigate risk began 15 years ago. Leaders in the patient safety field spoke before the United States Senate Subcommittee on Primary Health and Aging in July, 2014 and noted that the patient safety situation has not improved since 1999. Subcommittee Chair Sen. Bernie Sanders is working to bring the …

Ct Time: A Vital Measurement In The Treatment Of Moderate To Severe Head Injuries, Brett A. Dodd, Thomas G. Washburn, Jack A, Sava

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Friday, September 26, 2014:

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is one of the most common types of injury seen by trauma centers. Many patients suffering from TBI die in the field before ever reaching a hospital. According to the American College of Surgeons (ACS) of all patients with TBI that do seek medical care, 25% can be classified as moderate to severe (2012). ACS also estimated that 1,700,000 TBIs occur annually, 250,000 patients are hospitalized, and 52,000 patients die. US data estimates 80,000 - 90,000 patients each year suffer a TBI with long-term disability. The primary goal in …

Cno Sustainment: A Phenomenological Inquiry, Angela S. Prestia

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014: The highly complex role of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) requires the refinement of a multitude of competencies and leadership skills in this unprecedented time of healthcare reform. As the senior most patient advocate in our medical centers the CNO is responsible for translating research into practice, policy development and implementation creating value based patient-centric strategies to transform health care. The ability to sustain and thrive in this role is essential in repositioning nursing as a knowledgeable discipline actively contributing to the redesign of healthcare. This qualitative phenomenological study was designed to explore …

Breast Cancer Related Lymphedema: An Algorithm For Self-Care, Paula D. Tedin-Moschovas

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014:

In 2013, there were 2.8 million breast cancer survivors in America and Armer, et al, (2008) reveal that 20-40% will develop breast cancer-related lymphedema (BCRL). BCRL is an accumulation of lymph fluid in the interstitial spaces, of the arm or chest wall, where normal lymphatic flow has been disrupted by axillary node dissection, mastectomy, radiation or chemotherapy. Once lymphedema (LE) develops it becomes a chronic condition requiring medical and therapeutic support. The purpose of this scholarly activity is to create then study an algorithm to assist the patient in self-care. Knowledgeable nurses, physicians …

Benefits To Understanding End Of Life Decision Making In Pediatric Oncology, Hope A. Nail-Bergin

Leadership Connection

It is estimated that 1,960 pediatric patients will die of cancer in the United States in 2014 and approximately 15,780 new diagnoses will be made (Ward, DeSantis, Robbins, Kohler, & Jamal, 2014, p. 75). Parents report end-of-life decisions to be the most difficult treatment-related decisions they face and clinicians (nurses, nursing assistants, nurse practitioners, physicians, and specialty healthcare personnel) perceive the assistance they can offer with these decisions to be inadequate (Hinds et al., 2005, p. 9146). Research is being done regarding: the end-of-life decision-making process; the corresponding satisfaction outcomes for the family and clinicians; and the cognitive level of …

Beyond Adoption: Exploring The Utilization And Integration Of Resident Assessment Instrument-Home Care (Rai-Hc)., Colleen R. Toye

Leadership Connection

Optimal care of the community client, including those considered senior or elderly has become a critical consideration of the Canadian health care system. As such, meeting the health needs of the community client, a fundamental role of home care, has been theoretically improved by home cares adoption of an electronic client assessment and information system known as Resident Assessment Instrument Home Care (RAI-HC), one of the many assessment systems within the inter-RAI suite of assessments. Valid and reliable client outcome data and algorithms are generated from a completed RAI-HC, and available to home care and its assessor coordinators to support …

Amish Communities, Meghan J. Cook

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 25, 2014:

The use of herbal medications or alternative therapies is a practice widely used in many Amish cultures and rural communities. Often times, Amish patients do not view these therapies as medications and do not communicate their use with healthcare providers when seeking traditional healthcare. Other reasons for not disclosing the use of alternative therapies include mistrust among English healthcare providers or fear of being discriminated against. Many of these alternative and complementary therapies and medicines have potential adverse effects and many not be ideal co-therapies with traditional western medicine. Healthcare providers must create …

Three Essentials For Member Communications, Michelle Coburn

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

Increase the effectiveness of chapter communications. During this session, chapter leaders will learn how to interpret the data in chapter rosters to carefully craft messages and diversify communication methods.

The Missing Link: Accessing Officer Resources, Michelle Coburn

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: The purpose of this presentation is to provide chapter leaders with the fundamental tools that support chapter operations, using the online officer resources available on STTI's website and The Circle.

The Millennium Development Goals: Incorporated Into Clinical Practice, Nancy C. Sharts-Hopko

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: This session will highlight role that clinical nurses pay in advancing the United Nations' Millennium Development Goals and the activities undertaken by nurses in clinical settings to advance these goals.

The Future Of Nursing: Transforming Leadership In The Clinical Setting, Linda Q. Everett, Lee Ann Blue

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: The session will emphasize aspects of the IOM recommendations regarding transforming leadership that will assist in preparing and enabling nurses to lead change in advancing healthcare.

The Future Of Nursing: The Call For Advanced Degrees, Anne Thomas, Robin Toms, Jane M. Kirkpatrick

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: The session will discuss the IOM recommendations for nurses to obtain an advanced degree. The presenter will discuss advancing the nursing profession by nurses obtaining higher education.

Technology-Based Tools To Deliver Quality Programs, Julie A. Jones

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: Learn new tools that will save you time and help deliver quality programs to members. If you are having trouble reaching a wide geographic area or finding the time to create a program, then this is the session for you!

Taking A Stand: Steps To Stop Student Incivility, Eric J. Kern, Cassie Eckerle

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

This panel presentation will focus on steps to help recognize and prevent incivility with fellow students and faculty.

Taking A Stand: Steps To Stop Incivility In The Academic Setting, Anita Siccardi, Patricia Ebright, Cathy D. Catrambone

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

This presentation will focus on steps to help recognize and prevent incivility among students and faculty.

Taking A Stand: Steps To Stop Cross-Cultural Incivility, Gladys Mouro, Safiya George Dalmida, Constance Sobon Sensor

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

This presentation will focus on steps to help recognize and prevent cross-cultural incivility.

Retention Intervention: Tips For Re-Energizing Members, Patrice Kenneally Nicholas, Nancy Johansen Madsen, Cynthia A. Diefenbeck, Janet Syslo, Sabrina Collins-Christie

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

Are you trying to find new ideas to keep members excited about your chapter? This panel presentation will present chapter best-practices in re-energizing members to keep them returning year after year.

Reading Between The Lines: Utilizing Membership Surveys, Melissa Crowe, Marilyn D. Klakovich, Annette P. Parker, Susan Mcreynolds

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

Chapters that periodically survey actives members are more likely to create an exciting member experience and keep members continually involved. During this chapter panel presentation, you will learn how to get started in survey creation and hear from chapter that have successfully implemented and analyzed survey results to elevate the member experience.

Making A Difference With Chapter Philanthropy, Juli Maxworthy, Sheri P. Palmer, Ann Cullen, Deborah L. Pollard, Steven Simpkins

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012:

What do you want to change or strengthen about nursing and health care in your community? Attend this chapter panel presentation to hear best-practices in chapter service and philanthropy.

Lifelong Leadership: Revitalizing Your Role In The Clinical Setting, Cynthia D. Adams, Dana Bjarnason

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: This session will provide nurses who practice in a clinical setting with the techniques to improve their professional leadership and to motivate and challenge them to expand their impact.

Lifelong Leadership: Making An Impact Through Service Learning, L. B. Wong, Safiya George Dalmida

Leadership Connection

This presentation will highlight the benefits of service learning to the personal leadership journey and provide resources for participating in service learning opportunities.

Leading The Technology Charge: Student Perspective, Julie Meek

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: This session will present health care reform issues that are driving changes in health information technology. A review of the IOM report and the TIGER initiative will be presented. The role that nurses play in these reforms, as well as leadership opportunities to shape the future of health information technology will be explored.

Leading The Technology Charge: Incorporating In The Clinical Setting, Elizabeth J. Cerbie, Jennifer Dwyer

Leadership Connection

Session presented on Thursday, September 20, 2012: This session will outline the benefits, strategies and tools to incorporate simulation and technology in order to enhance staff professional development.