FREE VIRTUAL CE EVENT!

When:  Mar 24, 2021 from 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM (CT)
Associated with  Epsilon Upsilon Chapter

FREE VIRTUAL CE EVENT!

THE RAPID RISE OF TELEHEALTH:
NAVIGATING NURSES’
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Sponsored by Sigma Theta Tau International, Epsilon Upsilon Chapter, Lewis University

Wednesday, March 24, 2021 / 6:00–7:30 pm

CE credit – 1.5 hours* (Registration is not required for this free virtual event.)

Event address for attendees:

https://lewisu.webex.com/lewisu/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9a401713b3d554512274158a2a91221a

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

  1. Identify the components of telehealth.
  2. Explain the dynamics of combining computer technology and advanced practice nursing when conducting a virtual visit.
  3. Discuss the effective integration of advanced practice nursing with telehealth to improve patient outcomes.

Schedule Outline

6:00–6:05 pm: Welcome to STTI Epsilon Upsilon CE Program

Dr. Kimberly Scheffel, DNP, RN, CNRN, NE-BC
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University & President STTI-EU Chapter

6:05–6:25 pm:  Introduction to Telehealth               

  • Brief History of Telehealth
  • Changes Resulting from Covid-19 Pandemic
  • Current State of Technology and Capabilities
  • Emerging Ethical, Legal, and Social Issues

Dr. Eleftheria Karapas, DNP, RN  
Associate Professor, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University

6:25–6:50 pm:  Conducting a Virtual Visit

  • The Rules of Engagement
  • Communication Skills for Delivery of Remote Care
  • Special Tips for Nursing Care Providers

Dr. Julia Koklys, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Assistant Professor & Chair, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University

6:50–7:25 pm:  Telenursing Expertise: NP Panel Discussion

  • Sharing Experiences, Best Practices and Lessons Learned

Dr. Maureen McCormick, DNP, FNP-C, ADM-BC, CDE
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University

Dr. Julia Koklys, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
Assistant Professor & Chair, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University

Dr. Tricia Littig, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CNN
Assistant Professor, Dept. of Nursing, Lewis University

Dr. Daisy Sherry, PhD, APRN, ACNP-BC
 Associate Professor, Dept. of Nursing & Associate Dean, CONHS, Lewis University

7:25–7:30 pm:  Evaluations and Wrap-up

*
Lewis University College of Nursing & Health Sciences is an approved provider of continuing education under the Illinois Nurse Practice Act Rules, Section 1300.130 Continuing Education.

 

Contact

Kimberly Scheffel

scheffki@lewisu.edu