On-Demand Sessions
Analyzing Recent Shifts in Nurse Retention Factors Post-Pandemic
Kathy Casey, PhD, RN, NPD-BC, FAAN; David Mulkey, DNP, RN, CNE, CPHQ
During this session, presenters will examines changes in factors influencing nurse retention pre- and post-COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting a need for strategic support to maintain a stable nursing workforce. The findings show trends in recognition, mentorship, and scheduling flexibility, providing essential insights for nurses in professional development to formulate effective retention strategies.
Contact Hours: 0.75
Audience Level: Competent
Be Smart: Take a Proactive Approach towards Workplace Violence Prevention
Heather Gunn, MSN-Ed, RN, NPD-BC
During this session, participants will learn how the B.R.A.I.N. method was used to develop proactive strategies for managing and mitigating workplace violence within the inpatient and ambulatory setting. This session is designed to provide information for both novice NPD practitioners learning about program management and experienced professionals interested in advanced approaches to organizational culture change.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Competent
Advocating for NPD Value Through Budget Analysis and Quality Outcomes
Jessica M. Phillips, PhD, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
This session will inspire and ignite NPD practitioners to advocate for the specialty by learning how to conduct a budget analysis to secure NPD staffing and demonstrate NPD value to key partners through quality outcomes measures directly tied to staffing.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Expert
Maximizing Impact: Leveraging a Professional Development Associate in Staff Development
Heather Malcolm, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, ODCP
In this session, you'll hear about the path and lessons learned from the organization's journey of implementing a Professional Development Associate into the staff development workforce of an academic medical center, and how this role has added value to the department and the organization.
Contact Hours: 0.5
From Theory to Impact: NPD Strategies for Organizational Growth
Melissa Liu, MN, RN, NPD-BC, NEA-BC
Unlock your leadership potential with insights from a seasoned NPD expert. Discover empowering strategies to grow as a leader, master key competencies, and ignite your journey toward impactful leadership in NPD. Step into your future with confidence and clarity.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Competent
Bridging High School to Healthcare: A Collaborative Partnership Initiative
Gina Gent, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NE-BC; Nicole Smith, BBA
The High School to Healthcare initiative enhances high school education by introducing students to in-demand healthcare jobs and preparing them for health careers through strategic partnerships. By focusing on early exposure to healthcare fields, this program creates a pipeline of well-prepared, motivated students ready to enter health professions.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Competent
Engaging Gen Z Nurses with a Digital Board
Rosa Rousseau, DNP, MSN Ed, CHSE, RNC-NIC, NPT; Melanie Singh, MS, RN, NPD-BC
Have you struggled to engage Gen Z nurses in onboarding or competency validation? This session will show how to move away from static PowerPoint presentations and embrace technology to foster collaborative learning.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Learner-Centered Design Mindset
Michael Dalessandri, M.Ed., RN
A common challenge that NPD practitioners face is how to avoid creating tedious and unengaging eLearning. Having a learner-centered design mindset can elevate courses we create and increase learner engagement through rich contexts and meaningful challenges. In this session, we'll explore and provide demonstrations on how to bring your content to life.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Map It to Max It: Assessing Accessibility in NCPD
Larissa Miller, PhD, RN, NPD-BC, CNE, CNS; Katherine Kowalski, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, CEN
This session shares how zip code mapping turned a routine attendance log into a strategic blueprint for smarter, more inclusive NCPD programming. Learners will witness how one provider used geospatial heat maps to visualize educational reach, identify engagement deserts, and realign offerings to boost national impact. Participants will walk away ready to use your own data in new, eye-opening ways.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Professional Development Incentive Program for the NPD Practitioner
Bridget Nuxoll Lasley, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, NPD-BC, PCCN; Katie Robinson, PhD, RN, EBP-C, NPD-BC, OCN
Review of an innovative recognition program designed to reward NPD practitioners who demonstrate professional excellence beyond their role responsibilities. A must attend for leaders who aspire to elevate their NPD practitioners, encourage scientific inquiry, and create a culture of longevity for NPD practice.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Competent
Educating for Equitable Haircare for Every Patient
Randi Boswell; Afra Evans, MSN, RN, CCM, NPD-BC; Adrienne Johnson, LCSW-S
A transdisciplinary team led a comprehensive education program to improve equitable hair care at a pediatric healthcare facility. Learn about the impact on patient outcomes and staff confidence in caring for different hair types. Explore how to apply their experience and lessons learned to enhance equity within your own organization.
Contact Hours: 0.5
Audience Level: Competent
Poster Sessions
All posters and accompanying microlearning videos must be viewed to obtain poster contact hours. Participants will be awarded a total of 2 contact hours for viewing all poster sessions.
3D Printing: An Affordable Game Changer
Kimberly Carrillo, MSN, RN; Lyz Hathhorn, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
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The Impact of Technology on the High- Risk, Low-Volume Problem
Diane Mua, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CCRN; Monica Aguilar, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NPDA-BC
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Help Me Help You: A Simulated Patient Solution
Andi Springett, BSN, RNC-MNN, NPD-BC, CHSE; Peyton Lindman, BSN, RN, ONC; Tabitha Mooney, BSN, RN
Explore how developing a Simulation Patient (SP) Program using current employees and hospital volunteers enhances resource stewardship and suspension of disbelief in educational simulation. In this session, participants will also understand methods to demonstrate how SP participants gain insight into the patient perspective and obtain professional development, creating a mutually beneficial experience for all involved.
Audience Level: Competent
Question to Clarity:Engaging Nurses in Scholarly Inquiry
Florine Ndakuya-Fitzgerald, PhD, RN, NPD-BC; Elizabeth J. Caris, MSN,RN; Kelsey Cao, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
This presentation outlines the process for implementing a new procedure through an evidence-based quality improvement approach. The objectives are to describe key steps in addressing a practice-based clinical question, explain the importance of developing practice recommendations, and identify at least two essential resources for effective implementation.
Audience Level: Novice, Competent, Expert
Accessible Learning Design: Practical Tips for Nurse Educators
Nicole Edwards, MBA, MSN, CPC, CTT+, NPD-BC
Accessible learning ensures every one can consume content in a way that meets their needs and contributes to meaningful learning outcomes. This virtual poster presentation will introduce tips and tools to help you start your accessible learning design journey.
Audience Level: Competent
The Neighborhood - Using Technology to Collaborate Globally
Emilie Kostecka, MPH
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