Additional courses will be offered during the year and will be added to this listing. Class dates, times and locations are subject to change. Check for up-to-date details approximately a month before the class.
This class provides an in-depth review of pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute coronary syndromes (stable and unstable angina, myocardial infarction).
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: All RNs who provide care to patients with angina/MI Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
The Association of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Nurses (APHON) Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Course provides a comprehensive review of the knowledge needed to administer cytotoxic and biotherapeutic agents.
Upon successful completion of the course and post-test, participants will receive an APHON Pediatric Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card. This card validates that the participant has completed the education and demonstrated the knowledge needed to administer chemotherapy and biotherapy agents to pediatric patients. The card is valid for two years and participants must renew on or before the expiration date.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancellations must be received no later than two weeks before the class to receive a full refund, after which a $100 cancellation fee will be charged.
Coordinator: Donna Dimino & Derek Henss Target Audience: RNs in pediatric settings, both nurses new to pediatric & adolescent chemotherapy/biotherapy administration and those who want a comprehensive review Fee: Free for 7Long nurses, $100 other UCSF staff, $250 all others. Advance payment required. Contact Hours: 13.75, provided by APHON
Topics: 1) Pathophysiology of ARDS; 2) ARDS research at UCSF & beyond; 3) Management of mechanical ventilation in a patient with ARDS
Coordinator: Marcia Lo, Kristen Gosnell Target Audience: Pediatric nurses who care for patients with ARDS Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This class provides an in-depth review and update of the pathophysiology, and diagnostic and treatment strategies for adults with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS) and acute lung injury (ALI). Learn criteria used to diagnose and differentiate ARDS from> ALI, strategies for managing nursing care and ventilatory support. Participants may also wish to attend “CHF Update & Administration of Blood/Blood Components", which will precede this class.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar and Hildy Schell Target Audience: All RNs who provide care for patients with ARDS/ALI Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
Bone Marrow Transplant in the Pediatric Population – Advanced
9/23/2008 - 8:00am - 2:00pm
Available to those nurses who have participated in the Bone Marrow Transplant intermediate class or have at least one year experience in pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT). Class content will include:
Indications for stem cell transplant and its effects on the immune system
The immune reconstitution process in the stem cell transplant recipient
Identification of long-term complications and the follow-up process of patients who have had stem cell transplant
The differences between aGvHD, cGvHD and GvL
Coordinator: Trish Murphy & Marisa Quinn, BMT Coordinators Target Audience: RN staff who care for infants and children undergoing HSCT Fee: Free for 7Long & PICU nurses, $35 other UCSF staff, $80 all others (Early Bird $30/$80) Contact Hours: 6.0
Bone Marrow Transplant in the Pediatric Population – Intermediate
6/10/2008 - 8:00am - 12:30pm
Available to those nurses who have participated in the Introduction to Bone Marrow Transplant class or have at least six months experience in pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT). Class content will include:
Indications, process and potential outcomes of stem cell transplant
Identification of standard risk and high risk transplantation
Distinguishing between myeloablative and non-myeloablative conditioning regimens and the implications of each regimen
Identifying variances in therapy, outcome and risks for each transplant patient
Identifying resources in HSCT
Coordinator: Trish Murphy & Marisa Quinn, BMT Coordinators Target Audience: RN staff who care for infants and children undergoing HSCT Fee: Free for 7Long & PICU nurses, $20 other UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This 2-part class will include: Overview of treatment and management: theoretical basis for pediatric hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) in the pediatric patient Overview of BMT medications, TBI, side effects and nursing considerations Safe handling and administration of chemotherapy related to BMT Nursing care of the pediatric bone marrow transplant patient
Coordinator: Trish Murphy & Marisa Quinn, BMT Coordinators Target Audience: RN staff who care for infants and children undergoing HSCT Fee: Free for 7 Long & PICU nurses, $20/session other UCSF staff, $45/session all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0 contact hours per session
This 2-day class is the ONS Cancer Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course based on the Oncology Nursing Society’s (ONS) widely accepted Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice. It provides nurses in adult and pediatric settings with a comprehensive overview of chemotherapy. The program focuses on the theoretical knowledge base needed to administer cytotoxic and biotherapeutic agents, including cellular kinetics, drug classifications, safe handling, administration, management of side effects and patient teaching strategies. Case studies relating to the theoretical principles will be presented. Participants will receive a copy of the ONS text: Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Guidelines and Recommendations for Practice. After successfully completing the course and a post-test, participants will receive a personalized ONS Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Provider Card and 13.5 contact hours of continuing education credit. The card validates the nurse has successfully completed the course and has the theoretical knowledge necessary to administer cytotoxic and biotherapeutic agents. This card is valid for two years, and may be renewed by completion of an independent study that will include updates on new drugs, administration techniques, and other practice issues.
Cancellation/Refund Policy: Cancellations must be received no later than 12 business days before the class to receive a full refund. A $100 cancellation fee will be charged to registrants who cancel after the deadline.
Coordinator: Janice Hull & Carol Viele Target Audience: Registered Nurses in adult or pediatric settings who have at least six months experience, preferably in oncology Fee: $100 UCSF staff (may be waived with Dept. of Nursing manager’s signature), $250 all others--payment required 2 weeks before class date (Advance payment required) Contact Hours: 13.5, provided by the Oncology Nursing Society (CA BRN Provider# 2850)
Part 1—This 4-hour class will present the Level III cardiac defects in pediatric patients, including total anomalous pulmonary venous return, interrupted aortic arch, truncus arteriosus and Tetrology of Fallot with MAPCAs. With each of these defects, specific anatomy and physiology, pre-op diagnosis and care, surgical interventions and post-operative nursing care will be discussed. Participants will learn about these defects and their nursing management. Part 2—This 4-hour class covers the Level III cardiac defects in pediatric patients, including total anomalous pulmonary venous return, interrupted aortic arch, truncus arteriosus and Tetrology of Fallot with MAPCAs. With each of these defects, specific anatomy and physiology, pre-op diagnosis and care, surgical interventions and post-operative nursing care will be discussed. Participants will learn about these defects and their nursing management. Part 3-This 4-hour class covers nursing management of Level III cardiac defect pediatric patients requiring advanced therapies. Topics include care of patients with open chest, inhaled nitric oxide ECLS, and the role of non-ECLS certified staff in assisting nurses who are caring for these patients.
Coordinator: Lori Fineman Target Audience: All staff who care for infants/children with Congenital Heart Disease Fee: Free for PCICU & PTCU (7N) nurses/$20/class other UCSF staff, $45/class all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0/class
This class will cover complex congenital heart defects that have not been discussed in previous cardiac courses. These will include: double outlet ventricles, complex atrioventricular canal defects, complex transposition of the great arteries and other complex lesions. Surgical procedures, postoperative sequelae and complications and nursing care of these infants and children will be discussed.
Coordinator: Lori Fineman Target Audience: All staff who care for infants/children with Congenital Heart Disease Fee: Free for PCICU & PTCU (7N) nurses/$20 other UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
Featured speakers: Ian Adatia, MD & Lori Fineman, CNS Topics to include: Care of the cardiac patient in the PICU, congenital heart defects, inotropic medications
This class will prepare the Intensive Cardiac Care RN to care for Cardiothoracic Surgery patients. Topics to be covered include surgical techniques, the effects of cardiopulmonary bypass (CPB), surgical recovery (“the first hour and beyond”), key monitoring considerations, fluids and electrolytes, common IV infusions and effects, managing chest tubes, pain and glycemic control, incision care, common complications, sternal precautions with assessment of sternal stability, epicardial pacing and pacing wire care. Participants may also wish to attend “Pacemakers (Basic, Adult)” in the afternoon, which follows this class.
Coordinator: Adam Cooper Target Audience: All RNs who provide care to adult patients post cardiothoracic surgery Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
6/2/2008 - 8:30am - 12 noon Training Program participants only
12/1/2008 - 8:30am - 12 noon Training Program Participants only
This class will include case studies on patient scenarios in the Adult ICU. Adult ICU training program participants will be divided into smaller groups. Each group will be expected to present a patient case scenario using a nursing rounds format. Instructions to participants about this class will be given during the last day of the training program.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: Registration restricted to Adult ICU training program participants Fee: none Contact Hours: 3.5
Based on the Adult CCRN Certification Examination blueprint, this 3-day program is designed for experienced Critical Care nurses and Progressive Care Unit nurses who are preparing for the Critical Care Nurse certification (CCRN) or Progressive Care Unit certification (PCCN). Speakers from various hospitals within the Bay Area will provide participants with highlights of critical care concepts essential to passing the CCRN/PCCN exams. Check website or watch for brochures with further details and registration form.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: Nurses who are preparing for adult critical care/progressive care certification exams Fee: UCSF Employees & AACN-SF chapter members (member # required) – $205* All others – $255 (Early Bird $190/$240) *UCSF Dept. of Nursing employees are eligible for $100 refund of the course registration fee if certification is completed within 6 months of course completion Contact Hours: 21.0
Central Lines – Everything You’ve Always Wanted to Know
4/9/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
This workshop will focus on topics beyond the basic care of central lines such as:
Differentiating between the various lines used at UCSF and the care and management of each line
Troubleshooting line care and finding resources available to assist with problems
Participants should come to this session with a prior knowledge of our central line procedure, dressing changes and maintenance of lines.
Coordinator: Carol Viele & Alex Agbay Target Audience: All RNs who work with central lines Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This beginning level class is designed to facilitate transition into the charge nurse role. An overview of the role and responsibilities facing the charge nurse, problem solving skills, delegation, and legal liability will be addressed. This class will also explore effective methods of communication and priority setting, as well as introduce principles related to the budget. Content is specific to the UCSF Medical Center setting.
Coordinator: Alexander Agbay Target Audience: RN staff with at least one year experience Fee: Free for UCSF staff. Registration limited to UCSF staff only. Contact Hours: 7.0
The CHF Update will provide a brief review of cardiac A & P, hemodynamic concepts, pathophysiology of congestive heart failure, signs and symptoms of CHF, and update on treatment strategies. The Administration of Blood/Blood Components will review the nursing implications related to the administration of blood/blood components.
Participants may also wish to attend “ARDS/Acute Lung Injury”, which will follow in the afternoon.
Clinical Nurse III Role (Part I): Are you ready? Are you interested? What does it take?
4/10/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
If you are curious about the Clinical Nurse III role and would like to learn more about it, this is just the class for you! Facilitated by nursing education, this 2-part course is conducted by Clinical Nurse III leaders from all areas of the hospital and Human Resources Development staff.
Part I provides you with all the information you need to pursue CNIII promotion. Topics include:
The roles & responsibilities of the Clinical Nurse III leader
The CNIII promotion process from start to finish
Tips for identifying a CNIII project and seeing it successfully through to completion
Assessing what you can/need to do to ready yourself for the role
Tips for getting the support of your manager and peers
Clinical Nurse III Role (Part II): Communication Skills for CNIIIs
4/22/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
As indicated in the title, the second part of this course focuses on developing one’s interpersonal communication skills, particularly as regards to giving performance based feedback and managing conflict. Current CNIII staff and staff considering the CNIII role will find this class helpful.Topics include:· Completion of a Leadership and Communication Style inventory to identify areas of strength and areas to develop· Communication Skills: Giving performance based feedback and skills for conflict management· Resources for improving writing skills, public speaking skills and teaching skills. Registration is limited to UCSF staff only.
Coordinator: Janice Hull Target Audience: Any UCSF RN contemplating CNIII promotion, and current CNIIIs interested in refining their leadership skills Fee: $20 (Early Bird $15) Contact Hours: 4.0
These meetings serve as a forum for sharing information on best practices, clinical updates, and discussion of professional issues. They are being held in conjunction with Grand Rounds to make attendance at both offerings convenient for the participants.
Coordinator: Maureen Doherty Target Audience: All CNIIIs/CNIVs. CNIIs who frequently function in a charge nurse role or are considering CNIII promotion are also welcome. Fee: None. Pre-registration not necessary. Limited to UCSF staff. Contact Hours:
These classes and others are offered by Learning Services and are free for UCSF employees. For more information and registration, go to http://cade.ucsfmedicalcenter.org or contact Paris Jefferson at 353-3452.
Basic Computer Skills (BCS-100) - This course is designed to cover the skills needed to navigate and perform tasks in the Microsoft Windows 2000 environment. These skills are necessary for successful use in all of the Microsoft Windows 2000 based applications. This course is a prerequisite to BCS-120, BCS-130, PIC-104 and PIC-106AB.
Nursing Visit Management (FOT-518) - This course is designed to provide you with a basic overview of the IDX system and a thorough explanation of instructions on how to extract useful data from IDX.
Outlook 2000 (BCS-120) - The Outlook 2000 course is designed to teach students how to manage their email messages and use several other Outlook 2000 functions. Prerequisite of BCS-100 must be met in order to enroll in this class.
PowerPoint--Introduction (BCS-130) - Introduction to PowerPoint 2000 is designed to teach students how to create, save, format, and present slide show presentations using PowerPoint 2000. Prerequisite of BCS-100 must be met in order to enroll in this class.
PowerPoint--Intermediate (BCS-131) - This intermediate PowerPoint 2000 class will show students advanced tools for creating and formatting custom slide show presentations using PowerPoint 2000. Prerequisites: Introduction to PowerPoint class or demonstrated operational knowledge of PowerPoint 2000, experience in creating basic presentations, and competency in any of the Windows environments used at UCSF (NT2000, XP).
Congenital Heart Defects in Pediatric Patients: Clinical Application of Levels I & II
3/17/2008 - 10:00am - 2:30pm
6/12/2008 - 9:00am - 5:00pm Part A
6/17/2008 - 8:00am - 5:00pm Part B
Part A - This is a review of Level I, II defects/surgical repairs; clinical application & immediate postoperative nursing care; case reviews; patient rounds in the unit Part B - Continuation of Clinical Applications of Level I, II CHDs including advanced hemodynamics, care of intracardiac lines, pacemakers, emergent situations
Coordinator: Lori Fineman Target Audience: All staff who care for infants/children with Congenital Heart Disease Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $85/day all others (Early Bird $80/day if payment received 2 weeks before class date) Contact Hours: 8.0 per day
Basic CRRT Class – This introductory class is part of a competency program designed for RNs directly responsible for managing adult patients requiring CRRT. Attendance must be pre-approved by nurse manager. Contact Hildy Schell for registration and pre-class study packet.
Advanced CRRT Class – This class is designed for experienced CRRT trained RNs. This class covers updates in ARF management, advanced CRRT troubleshooting and complex CRRT case studies.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar and Hildy Schell Target Audience: Basic — RN staff in adult critical care units (limited to UCSF staff only) Advanced — CRRT trained adult critical care unit RNs Fee: Basic — none for 9ICU, MZ ICU, ICC staff, $35 other UCSF staff (Early Bird $30) Advanced — none for 9ICU, MZ ICU, ICC staff, $20 other UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 12.0 (Basic) — includes class & course preparation, 2.5 (Advanced)
Continuous Renal Replacement Therapies (CRRT) in the Pediatric ICU
10/24/2008 - 10:00am - 2:30pm Part 1
10/27/2008 - 10:00am - 2:30pm Part 2
Part 1 – This introductory didactic class is geared toward experienced Pediatric ICU (PICU) RNs who wish to develop basic competency in CRRT therapy. This theoretic review will cover basic CRRT principles, indications and goals for use as well as nursing roles and responsibilities. This class must be completed before part 2.
Part 2 – This mandatory follow-up class will provide RNs with the opportunity to develop the hands-on skills required to develop and maintain competency of CRRT. CRRT case studies and problemsolving> will be reviewed. This class must be taken at least once per year for RNs who wish to maintain their pediatric CRRT competency.
Registration is limited to UCSF staff only.
Coordinator: Shelley Diane and Pediatric nurse educators Target Audience: Pediatric Critical Care RNs Fee: No fee for UCSF PICU staff Contact Hours: 4.0 per class
Critical Care Standards & Documentation Review; Endocrine/Metabolic Emergencies
3/3/2008 - 1:30 - 5:00pm
9/2/2008 - 1:30 - 5:00pm Training Program Participants only
The Critical Care Standards/Documentation Review will reinforce documentation standards in the adult ICUs and the Adult Critical Care standards of care. Endocrine/Metabolic Emergencies will review the various endocrine and metabolic disorders that present in Critical Care. The critical care monitoring and management of patients with the diagnoses of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), hyperglycemic hyperosmolar nonketotic syndrome (HHNK), adrenal crisis and metabolic acidosis (anion gap review) will be presented. Registration restricted to Adult ICU Training Program participants.
This class provides an opportunity for nurses, social workers, and other health care professionals to expand their cultural awareness and decrease cultural barriers affecting patient care. Class content will include: diversity among spiritual & religious beliefs, LGBT issues, cultural practices at the end of life, cultural influences on communication, and effects of culture and values on perceptions of health and illness.
Coordinator: Pauline Chin Target Audience: All health care professionals Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $85 all others (Early Bird $80) Contact Hours: 6.5
Topics: --Review of HIE pathophysiology --Discussion of HIE & current therapy --Cerebral Function Monitor (CFM) --Care of patient using the cooling blanket
Coordinator: Mary Kay Stratigos Target Audience: ICN nurses Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $40) Contact Hours: 4.0
The purpose of this class is to demonstrate how to debrief or interview nursing colleagues to obtain stories that can be used to illustrate exemplary practice, critical events and near misses. The class will focus on: 1) incident identification & selection; 2) the process of listening & obtaining the story through a series of "sweeps"; 3) analyzing the situation to put it in a timeline to illustrate the sequence of events that can be used in a presentation.
The Diabetes Center at UCSF offers a 2-day workshop on Oral Agents and a 4-day workshop on Insulin for patients and nursing staff. The workshops are very comprehensive and offer the opportunity for you to gain expertise in these areas. For more information and registration requirements, visit their website at www.diabetes.ucsf.edu. Registration is limited so plan to sign up well in advance of the workshop. Continuing education credit from the Board of Registered Nurses is offered for nominal fees.
This class will enable the staff nurse to do discharge teaching for a patient with diabetes mellitus. Class content will include: carbohydrate counting, blood glucose monitoring, and insulin administration.
Coordinator: Pauline Chin, Mary Sullivan Target Audience: adult & pediatric nurses Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This class is for nursing staff who care for patients with diabetes mellitus. Content will include: an update on pathophysiology of type 1 and type 2 diabetes, new oral hyperglycemic agents and designer insulins, carbohydrate counting, and teaching strategies for optimal care. Content is focused on inpatient care.
Coordinator: Pauline Chin Target Audience: Nurses caring for adult and pediatric inpatients Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This class is for nursing staff who care for OB patients with gestational diabetes or pre-existing diabetes (Type 1 & 2). Content will include: 1) update & review of pathophysiology of GDM and Type 1 & 2 diabetes, 2) Highlights of antepartum, intrapartum & postpartum nursing care of diabetic patients, 3) Overview of Diabetes & Pregnancy Program (DAPP) and clinic routines
Coordinator: Molly Killion Target Audience: Nursing staff who care for OB patients Fee: Free for 15L staff, $20 other UCSF staff, $30 Perinatal Outreach Contract Hospital staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$25/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
This class will review the most commonly performed diagnostic tests/procedures (e.g. MRI, CT scan, stress test, etc) and the significant nursing responsibilities related to these procedures.Participants may also wish to attend “Hemodynamic Monitoring Review”, which will follow in the afternoon.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: All RNs who provide care for adult patients undergoing diagnostic tests/procedures Fee: $20 UCSF staff/$45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 3.5
All you ever wanted to know about charting and how it relates to patient care, risk management, medical cases and legal implications. Shauna Lobre, CNIV will share her expertise as an expert witness with 20 years of clinical experience to highlight pitfalls and provide guidelines for documentation. Ideas and real examples from the instructor’s own practice will be shared. Susan L. Penney, JD, from Risk Management will address medical-legal issues related to your nursing practice. She has 25 years of experience as a medical malpractice defense attorney representing hospitals and physicians, and most recently worked in a physician advocacy role in the legislature for the California Medical Association.
Coordinator: Shauna Lobre & Susan L. Penney Target Audience: All UCSF RN staff Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 3.0
This is a 3-day comprehensive series of classes offered for nurses who are interested in becoming a Geriatric Resource Nurse (GRN) at UCSF, or for any nurse who would like to gain more expertise in elder life care. The purpose of the series is to enhance knowledge, skills and attitudes among the nurses caring for the geriatric patient population in the inpatient and clinic setting. Attitudinal and cultural issues will be discussed as well as the nursing management of sensory, functional and nutritional factors in the older adult. The sessions will also address significant health challenges affecting the geriatric patient, including polypharmacy, dementia, delirium, depression, and pain management.
Other topics include skin care, urinary incontinence, sleep/rest issues, fall precautions, elder abuse, restraint reduction in the hospital and financing of healthcare/discharge planning. Teaching techniques include lecture, case studies, small group discussion and demonstrations of geriatric assessment techniques. Faculty is drawn from a variety of experts in the field of geriatrics. It is strongly recommended that participants attend all 3 days, however, if this is not possible, you may register for individual sessions.
If you are considering becoming certified in gerontological nursing, this series of classes is an excellent review in preparation for the exam.
Coordinator: Alexander Agbay and Carla Graf Target Audience: Any RN with an interest in caring for the geriatric patient Fee: $35/session UCSF staff, $65/session SFGH staff, $85/session all others (Early Bird $30/$60/80) Contact Hours: 7.0/session
This two-part introductory electrocardiography (ECG) workshop is intended for nurses and telemetry technicians responsible for ECG monitoring and interpretation. Basic principles of electrocardiography including physiology, waveform measurement, recognition of the principal dysrhythmias, electrode placement and lead selection will be taught through lecture and practical application.
Session 1 – Sinus, Atrial, Junctional Rhythms Session 2 – Heart Blocks, Paced Rhythms, Ventricular Rhythms All RNs & telemetry technicians (TTs) new to ECG interpretation must attend both sessions. Experienced RNs/TTs who want to brush up on telemetry may attend one or both sessions.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar, Alexander Agbay, & Adam Cooper Target Audience: RNs and telemetry technicians responsible for ECG monitoring & interpretation Fee: $20/session UCSF staff, $45/session all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0 per session
These review sessions will include emergency situation simulations involving a multi-disciplinary team. Disciplines participating include: PICU Residents, PICU Fellow, Pharmacy, Respiratory, and Registered Nurses. Each discipline will have the opportunity to practice their responsibilities in an emergency situation including pre-code and code states. The goal of these 2-hour classes is to promote effective teamwork by simulating real-life pediatric emergencies.
These review sessions will include emergency situations involving a multi-disciplinary team. Disciplines participating include: Residents, Pharmacy, & Registered Nurses. Each discipline will have the opportunity to practice responsibilities in an emergency situation including pre-code and code states. the goal of these 2-hour classes is to promote effective teamwork by simulating real-life pediatric emergencies.
Registration limited to UCSF staff only. Limit: 8/class REGISTER FOR "PEDIATRIC ACUTE CARE MOCK CODE CLASS" under "Nursing Internal Classes", http://nursing.ucsfmedicalcenter.org/education/ARclasses.asp
This course, part of the UCSF School of Nursing curriculum, is open to the Dept. of Nursing staff at no charge. Staff may attend some or all of the sessions as desired.
Taught by faculty from UCSF Schools of Medicine and Nursing as well as outside speakers, this course examines the theory and practice of providing end-of-life care to patients and their families within and across multiple practice settings, including acute care. A case-based, experiential, and multidisciplinary approach to palliative care will address symptom management as well as cultural, spiritual, ethical, and communication issues.
Coordinator: Pauline Chin Target Audience: Fee: none (open to UCSF staff only) Contact Hours: 2 contact hours per session
Epidural Monitoring & Post Anesthesia Care for Obstetric Nurses
8/12/2008 - 9:00am - 12:00 noon
This is a review course for OB nurses. Topics include the nursing role in monitoring labor anesthesia by catheter techniques, OB recovery, post partum pain management, and anesthesia regression.
Coordinator: Marcia Lo & Kerista Hansell Target Audience: 15L nurses Fee: No fee. Contact Hours: 3.0
So you have been monitoring your performance and see opportunities to improve…now what do you do? This class summarizes the key components of the evidence-based performance improvement process, including how to search, read and understand the relevant literature; how to appraise the literature to determine the intervention most suitable for your unit; and how to test new interventions to determine what works best for your patients.
Coordinator: Susan Shapiro Target Audience: RNs interested in evidence-based practice Fee: Free for UCSF staff, $25 all others Contact Hours: 3.0
This course, presented by the Perinatal Outreach Program at UCSF Children's Hospital, is an advanced program in fetal heart rate (FHR) monitoring and will include a review of NICHD terms for FHR pattern interpretation, nursing interventions, documentation and the legal aspects of FHR monitoring. Speakers: Tekoa L. King, CNM, MPH and Kerista Hansell, RN, MSN
Course fee includes printed syllabus, continental breakfast & lunch. Advance payment required (make checks payable to "Perinatal Outreach Program"). No refunds after 3/13/08.
For more information, contact Jill Thornton at 415-353-1574.
Coordinator: Jill Thornton, Coordinator of Perinatal Outreach Program Target Audience: Nurses & midwives with experience in FHR monitoring interpretation Fee: $35 UCSF staff, $65 Perinatal Outreach Contract Hospital Staff, $85 all others (Early Bird $30/$60/$80) Contact Hours: 6.0 contact hrs. from Perinatal Outreach Program, Provider# CEP 12981
First 3 Minutes of a Code--Roles & Responsibilities of the Acute Care Nurse
2/21/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
4/3/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
6/5/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm To be put on waiting list, send email to nursing.department@ucsfmedctr.org.
8/7/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
10/2/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
12/4/2008 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Has it been awhile since you’ve participated in a Code Blue? Have you ever actively participated in a Code Blue? Attend this class to prepare for the next Code Blue emergency. This class provides a thorough review of the roles and responsibilities of members of the Code Team with focus on the staff nurse role, administration of common emergency drugs, the location of items in the crash cart, and the safe operation of the defibrillator in the acute care setting. Several mock codes will be re-enacted to provide active practice and the opportunity to utilize newly acquired skills and knowledge. The following emergency situations will be re-enacted: neuro, cardiac, metabolic, respiratory, and shock.
Class size limit: 15 Registration limited to UCSF staff only.
Coordinator: Janice Hull Target Audience: All Acute Care RNs who want to feel more confident in a code situation. Fee: None Contact Hours: 4.0
This all day training session is presented by the UCSF Office of Environmental Health & Safety and UCSF Medical Center Committee on Multi-Casualty Incident Triage & Training. Attendees will be trained on basic principles of chemical, biological and radiological materials that may be present in a man-made emergency, the proper selection and use of personal protective equipment, and the use of powered air purifying respirators and decontamination procedures. The training concludes with a practical mock exercise.
Coordinator: EH&S Target Audience: Any UCSF staff whose emergency response role may involve contact with contaminated materials Fee: Free to all UCSF staff Contact Hours: 6.0 (2.5 for Refresher Course)
This course will provide Adult ICU training program participants with an overview of the care provided in the other adult ICUs, PACU, & ED to help them get prepared for floating to other units. Instructions/documents required for this experience will be sent to participants by Noraliza Salazar one week prior to the assigned date.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: Limited to Adult ICU training program participants Fee: none Contact Hours: none
Join us for a 1-1/2 day review course focusing on preparing you to take the Gerontological Nurse Certification Examination. Course content will include:
Primary care considerations for the aging adult
Major health problems of the aging adult
Organizational and health policy issues
Professional issues
This is a great way to assess what areas you are already prepared for and the areas where you may need further study. The class is appropriate for either the Associate/Diploma or the Baccalaureate Certification Exam.
Coordinator: Alexander Agbay and Carla Graf Target Audience: All Geriatric Resource Nurses (GRN) and all RNs whose practice involves caring for the elderly patient. Fee: $55 UCSF staff, $130 all others (Early Bird $45/$120) Contact Hours: 11.0
Co-sponsored by Nursing Education and the Research & Practice Council, these sessions provide an opportunity for participants to learn about practice outside of their specialty and to keep informed about the state-of-the-art happenings throughout the Medical Center. Rounds that have a clinical focus will have pediatric and adult components where appropriate. Topics for 2008 (subject to change) January 8 - Targeted Cancer Therapies: Nursing Implications February 12 - Clinical Informatics March 11 - Keeping a "Greener" Hospital Environment April 8 - Best Practices - CNIII/IV May 13 - History of the UCSF School of Nursing June 10 - Managing Infectious & Thrombotic Complications of Central Venous Access Devices July 8 - UCSF Nursing Serving the Community at Large August - no Grand Rounds September 9 - Genetics & Nursing October 14 - Fetal Treatment Center: Past, Present & Future November 18 - Evidence-Based Practice at UCSF December 9 - Ethical Issues
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar Target Audience: All licensed health care providers Fee: None Contact Hours: 2.0
5/20/2008 - 1:00 - 5:00pm Completion of pre-class study packet required.
11/3/2008 - 1:00 - 5:00pm
This class, based on the AACN national training program, will cover CVP, PAP, PCWP, CO/CI, and Sv02/AvDO2 monitoring. Recommended evidence-based procedures that enhance accurate monitoring will also be presented. Pre-course study required—contact Noraliza Salazar (Nursing Education) for workbook prior to class date.
Participants may also wish to attend “Diagnostic Procedures: Nursing Implications”, which precedes this class in the morning.
Coordinator: Noraliza Salazar and Hildy Schell Target Audience: New & experienced critical care nurses, Cardiac Cath Lab nurses, and other clinicians who monitor patients with invasive hemodynamic devices Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
Keep up to date with the latest in infection control. The staff of the Infection Control Department will be presenting this course and will focus on the following topics: 1) Bloodborne pathogens of concern--the risk, prevention, exposure & follow-up; 2) Outbreak investigation--a method to the madness; 3) Infection Control 101--how hand hygiene plays a role
Coordinator: Adam Cooper Target Audience: Healthcare workers who have direct patient contact Fee: $20 UCSF staff, $45 all others (Early Bird $15/$40) Contact Hours: 4.0
Intermediate Pediatric Oncology & Chemotherapy Administration: Supportive Care
8/19/2008 - 8:00am - 12:00 noon
This is a continuation of the Introduction to Pediatric Oncology classes held in the training program for nurses new to chemotherapy in the pediatric population. Objectives: 1) to provide an overview of common supportive care measures for the pediatric oncology patient; 2) to discuss the potential of extravasation in chemotherapy administration, and how to minimize risks to the pediatric patient
Coordinator: Marcia Lo & Donna Dimino Target Audience: RNs in 7Long & PCRC Fee: No fee. UCSF staff only. Contact Hours: 4.0
This introductory seminar is designed for RNs directly responsible for the care of patients requiring intra-aortic balloon pump (IABP) therapy. Class size limited to 10. Open to UCSF staff only.
Coordinator: Adam Cooper & Jonathon Pascual Target Audience: Critical care nurses who provide care for patients with IABP Fee: Free for 10ICC and Cardiac Cath Lab nurses, $35 other UCSF staff (Early Bird $30) Contact Hours: 7.0
3/14/2008 - 8:30 registration - 4:00pm SEE COURSE DESCRIPTION FOR DETAILS ON REGISTRATION
Energy Healing techniques can reduce pain, promote wound healing, induce deep relaxation, and reduce side effects of chemotherapy. It is considered within the scope of nursing practice in the state of California.
This class will offer a fun, informative and experiential introduction to the basic concepts of energy healing, including Therapeutic Touch, Healing Touch and Reiki. Participants will be able to discuss current research and practice standards in the field of energy healing as well as describe concerns, considerations and potential benefits of energy healing. They will also be given an opportunity to practice basic healing techniques that can be used in any practice setting.
INSTRUCTORS: Judith Sweet RN, MS, FNP-Associate Clinical Professor and Catherine Kelber RN, MS, ANP-Clinical Professor. Both practice Healing Touch and are faculty in the Adult Nurse Practitioner Integrated Complementary Healing Program at UCSF, School of Nursing. TO REGISTER: Send check payable to Judith Sweet, 2378-22nd Ave., SF 94116. Include your address, email, & telephone#. QUESTIONS: email catherine.kelber@nursing.ucsf.edu or call 415-640-9802. REFUNDS: Full refund minus $25 processing fee if cancellation received by email or in writing by April 6th.
Coordinator: Judith Sweet, Catherine Kelber Target Audience: All health care professionals Fee: UCSF employees -$80 Early Bird (register by 3/1), $95 after 3/1; Non-UCSF $95 Early Bird, $110 after 3/1 Contact Hours: 6.0
5/2/2008 - 8:30 - 10:30am Class Full--email nursing.department@ucsfmedctr.org to be put on waiting list
11/14/2008 - 8:30 - 10:30am
(Registration limited to UCSF staff only)
Want to brush up on your IV and/or phlebotomy skills? This class will review appropriate equipment and procedures. Teaching methods include demonstration and a supervised hands-on practice with artificial arms.
Note: This class does NOT provide phlebotomy or IV certification. Class size limit: 12
