Upcoming MED-ED Seminars

Pediatric Critical Care Essentials

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sun, 03 Nov 2013 13:00:00 GMT

When:	Sunday, November 3, 2013 8:00 AM - Sunday, November 10, 2013 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	The Cruise Academy
Description:	COPY AND PASTE ONE-PARAGRAPH OVERVIEW HERE

2013 CURRENTS: Critical Care & Emergency Nursing Conference

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sun, 27 Oct 2013 11:30:00 GMT

When:	Sunday, October 27, 2013 7:30 AM - Wednesday, October 30, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	The Grand at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort 9300 Emerald Coast Parkway West Destin, Florida 32541
Description:	CURRENTS, MED-ED’s annual Critical Care and Emergency Nursing Conference, offers a variety of lectures packed with the most current evidence-based research and best practice findings. Experience high energy continuing education in a friendly and relaxed setting where networking with speakers and colleagues is easy. You will leave the conference motivated to provide the best patient care possible. Many of the lectures provide opportunities to gain valuable information to assist you in preparing for a number of certification exams such as the Medical-Surgical, CCRN, CEN, CMC/CSC, and Cardiac-Vascular Certifications.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 22 Oct 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, October 22, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, October 23, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	Holiday Inn Wichita East I-35 549 S. Rock Rd. Wichita, Kansas 67207
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, September 25, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, September 26, 2013 5:00 PM Central Time
Where:	Sheraton Madison Hotel 706 John Nolen Dr. Madison, Wisconsin 53713
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 23 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, September 23, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, September 24, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	CentraState Medical Center 901 W. Main St. Star and Barry Tobias Ambulatory Campus Conference Center Auditorium Freehold, New Jersey 07728
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 23 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, September 23, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, September 24, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	Crowne Plaza St. Louis-Downtown 200 N. Fourth St. St. Louis, Missouri 63102
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 17 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, September 17, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, September 18, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time Zone
Where:	French Lick Resort 8670 W. State Rd. 56 French Lick, Indiana 47432
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, September 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, September 13, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Grandview Medical Center 405 W. Grand Ave. Auditorium Dayton, Ohio 45405
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant in successfully obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN Exam. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification. Why Be Certified Successfully completing the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Exam is a challenge that has been completed by only a minority of emergency nurses. Successful completion of this exam exhibits to others that the bearer has demonstrated a knowledge base in the specialty of emergency nursing that exceeds his or her peers.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, September 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, September 13, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	St. Vincent's Medical Center-Riverside One Shircliff Way Bryan Auditorium First Floor, Main Hospital Jacksonville, Florida 32204
Description:	This two-day course is designed to provide nurses with the tools, confidence and knowledge to successfully complete the Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam. The exam content outlines and blueprints from the ANCC and MSNCB were used to develop this program. Pathophysiology of disease processes including signs and symptoms and treatment modalities will be presented. The nursing process and nursing practice roles in the management of patient care will be discussed through case scenarios and sample questions. All aspects of the Practice Domains will be addressed at the end of Day 2 and strategies for test-taking will also be covered.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, September 11, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, September 12, 2013 4:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista St. Lockheed Conference Rooms A, B & C Burbank, California 91505
Description:	This two-day course is designed to provide nurses with the tools, confidence and knowledge to successfully complete the Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam. The exam content outlines and blueprints from the ANCC and MSNCB were used to develop this program. Topics covered from the exam content outlines will include: review of body systems, cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic, gastrointestinal, renal, genitourinary, reproductive, endocrine, hematologic, musculoskeletal, immune and more. Pathophysiology of disease processes including signs and symptoms and treatment modalities will be presented. The nursing process and nursing practice roles in the management of patient care will be discussed through case scenarios and sample questions. All aspects of the Practice Domains will be addressed at the end of Day 2 and strategies for test-taking will also be covered.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, September 10, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, September 11, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	Courtyard San Antonio Sea World/Westover Hills 11605 State Hwy. 151 San Antonio, Texas 78251
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

Essentials of Cardiovascular Nursing

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, September 10, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, September 11, 2013 4:00 PM Mountain Time
Where:	Medical Center of the Rockies 2500 Rocky Mountain Ave. Longs Peak Conference Room Loveland, Colorado 80538
Description:	This two-day seminar is a concentrated review of major cardiac and vascular disease processes coupled with current treatment modalities and best practice recommendations for the adult patient. Each section will contain a system review coupled with associated pathophysiology and disease states relevant to the cardiac vascular systems. Case studies will be incorporated throughout the program to encourage development of critical thinking skills.

CMC/CSC Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 10 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, September 10, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, September 11, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Summa Akron City Hospital 41 Arch St. Idabelle Firestone Center Auditorium Akron, Ohio 44304
Description:	This two-day conference is designed to prepare the cardiac medical and cardiac surgical nurse to take the AACN certification exam for Cardiac Medicine and/or Surgery Exam. The course focuses on adult cardiac abnormalities with a concentration on nursing assessment and medical/surgical interventions. Coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndrome, heart failure and endocarditis will be the major topics of discussion, with related medical and surgical interventions. The review will also include a brief review of pulmonary, hematology, neurology and gastrointestinal and renal systems as they pertain to the cardiac patient.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 09 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, September 9, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, September 10, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing 3 Branson Landing Branson, Missouri 65616
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

CPAN/CAPA Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sat, 07 Sep 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Saturday, September 7, 2013 8:00 AM - Sunday, September 8, 2013 4:45 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Summa Akron City Hospital 41 Arch St. Idabelle Firestone Center Auditorium Akron, Ohio 44304
Description:	This course is designed for nurses working in the perianesthesia setting who plan to take the CPAN/CAPA Exam. The course will focus on core concepts defined by ASPAN for caring for all populations.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 30, 2013 4:30 PM Hawaiian Time
Where:	The Queen's Conference Center 510 S. Beretania Street QCC Auditorium Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 30, 2013 5:00 PM Mountain Time
Where:	Swedish Medical Center 501 E. Hampden Ave. 2nd Floor Conference Center Spruce C Room Englewood, Colorado 80113
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant in successfully obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN Exam. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification. Why Be Certified Successfully completing the Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) Exam is a challenge that has been completed by only a minority of emergency nurses. Successful completion of this exam exhibits to others that the bearer has demonstrated a knowledge base in the specialty of emergency nursing that exceeds his or her peers.

Pediatric Nuts & Bolts

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 30, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	East Alabama Medical Center 2000 Pepperell Pkwy. Classroom C (Basement) Opelika, Alabama 36801
Description:	This program is designed for nurses, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare providers involved in the care of pediatric patients. It will provide knowledge regarding the unique anatomical and physiological differences effecting the assessment and intervention of pediatric patients, beginning with initial presentation through stabilization.

PCCN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 29 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 30, 2013 4:30 PM Hawaiian Time
Where:	The Queen's Conference Center 510 S. Beretania Street Day One: QCC Auditorium Day Two: QCC 200 2nd Floor Lobby Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Description:	This course is designed for those nurses working in the Progressive Care Unit who wish to take the PCCN Examination offered by AACN. The Progressive Care Area is defined as any unit referred to as: Intermediate Care, Direct Observation, Step-down, Telemetry Units or Transitional Care. The course will focus on core concepts defined by AACN that are essential for caring for this diverse population of adult patients.

Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 28 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, August 28, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, August 29, 2013 4:00 PM Mountain Time
Where:	Rose Medical Center Auditorium 4600 Hale Parkway Ground Floor Denver, Colorado 80220
Description:	Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) Examination “Inpatient Obstetrics.” Elements of the examination will be discussed, followed by a review of the content. Pictures, animation, and graphics will be utilized to enhance the presentation. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client, and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions will be integrated throughout the content.

CMC/CSC Essentials

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 28 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, August 28, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 5:30 PM Hawaiian Time
Where:	The Queen's Conference Center 510 S. Beretania St. QCC Auditorium Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Description:	This fast-paced, one-day program is designed to prepare the adult cardiac medical/cardiac surgical nurse to take the AACN Certification Exam for Cardiac Medicine and/or Surgery Certification Specialty Examination. The course will focus on adult cardiac abnormalities with a concentration on nursing assessment and medical/surgical interventions. Coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndrome, heart failure and endocarditis will be the major topics of discussion, with related medical and surgical interventions. The course will also include a brief review of pulmonary, hematology, neurology, gastrointestinal and renal systems as they pertain to the cardiac patient.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, August 27, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, August 28, 2013 4:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Little Company of Mary Medical Center - San Pedro 1300 W. Seventh St. DeMucci Conference Rooms First Floor, East Wing San Pedro, California 90732
Description:	This two-day course is designed to provide nurses with the tools, confidence and knowledge to successfully complete the Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam. The exam content outlines and blueprints from the ANCC and MSNCB were used to develop this program. Topics covered from the exam content outlines will include: review of body systems, cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic, gastrointestinal, renal, genitourinary, reproductive, endocrine, hematologic, musculoskeletal, immune and more. Pathophysiology of disease processes including signs and symptoms and treatment modalities will be presented. The nursing process and nursing practice roles in the management of patient care will be discussed through case scenarios and sample questions. All aspects of the Practice Domains will be addressed at the end of Day 2 and strategies for test-taking will also be covered.

Critical Care Overview for the Experienced Practitioner

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, August 27, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 27, 2013 4:30 PM Hawaiian Time
Where:	The Queen's Conference Center 510 S. Beretania St. QCC Auditorium Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Description:	This one-day seminar is designed for the nurse working in the critical care area: emergency department, intensive care unit, cardiac catheterization laboratory, rapid response team members and intermediate care. The focus is reviewing essential assessment skills and medical/surgical and nursing interventions for the critically ill adult. A theoretical framework of inflammatory response will provide a basis for evaluating common current critical care issues. Current clinical concepts of sepsis, oxygenation, perfusion, renal function and pharmacology will be discussed in depth.

Rapid Response Workshop: Not on My Watch!

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 26 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 26, 2013 8:00 AM - Monday, August 26, 2013 4:00 PM Hawaiian Time
Where:	The Queen's Conference Center 510 S. Beretania St. QCC Auditorium Honolulu, Hawaii 96813
Description:	This program is designed for all in-hospital nurses caring for the adult patient. The focus of the program is rapid assessment of the patient's changing condition. Shortness of breath, chest pain, change in mental status and behavior, as well as acute onset of abdominal pain will be reviewed. Physical assessment, review of essential vital signs, laboratory and x-ray findings and treatment plans will also be reviewed. The program concludes with several video case studies and discussion that serve as an excellent summary of the day’s material.

Drug Influences in Anesthesia

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sat, 24 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Saturday, August 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Saturday, August 24, 2013 4:00 PM Central Time
Where:	East Alabama Medical Center 2027 Pepperell Pkwy. Health Resource Center, Azalea Room Opelika, Alabama 36801
Description:	This one day anesthesia based seminar will help not only the new anesthesia graduate but the seasoned professional with a review of pharmacologic agents and how they affect every day practice.

Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 22, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 23, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Jordan Hospital 275 Sandwich St. Bailey Building Funkhouser Conference Room, Lower Level Plymouth, Massachusetts 02360
Description:	This two-day course is designed to provide nurses with the tools, confidence and knowledge to successfully complete the Medical-Surgical Nursing Exam. The exam content outlines and blueprints from the ANCC and MSNCB were used to develop this program. Topics covered from the exam content outlines will include: review of body systems, cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic, gastrointestinal, renal, genitourinary, reproductive, endocrine, hematologic, musculoskeletal, immune and more. Pathophysiology of disease processes including signs and symptoms and treatment modalities will be presented. The nursing process and nursing practice roles in the management of patient care will be discussed through case scenarios and sample questions. All aspects of the Practice Domains will be addressed at the end of Day 2 and strategies for test-taking will also be covered.

Aggressive Management of the Unstable Med-Surg Patient

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 22 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 22, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 23, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Where:	Embassy Suites Raleigh-Crabtree 4700 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
Description:	In this two-day program, participants will explore selected topics that every med-surg healthcare practitioner should know. General concepts will be covered to allow application to a wide variety of care settings, and comprehensive assessment and treatment modalities will be introduced to stimulate the experienced clinician. Each topic will be presented in a case study format highlighting the “red flags” to watch for, along with cutting-edge treatment strategies, in order to prevent further deterioration for the patient and ultimately to prevent harm.

CCRN/PCCN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 19 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 19, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, August 21, 2013 4:30 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista St. Days 1-2: Hope Conference Rms A & B Day 3: East Building Basement Rms 2-5 Burbank, California 91505
Description:	This three-day course is designed to provide critical care and progressive care nurses a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The course combines central knowledge-based lectures so that nurses working in the PCU and ICU arena will have a review of AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The first day will provide the critical care provider with an essential review of nursing care and interventions designed for the ICU setting. The second day of this lecture series will combine both the critical care and the progressive care areas. Information essential to each will be presented in a combined method still complying with AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The third day will be specifically for the progressive care provider and complete AACN’s Blueprint for system review. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU or PCU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for either or both of the Certification Examinations.

Everything Pulmonary

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 15 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 15, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 16, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Where:	DoubleTree Fallsview Resort & Spa 6039 Fallsview Blvd. Niagara Falls, Ontario L2G 3V6
Description:	This interactive two-day seminar places emphasis on “putting it all together” from presentation to palliation. Participants will thoroughly examine cardiopulmonary function as it relates to many pulmonary disorders and their treatments, asking, “why is the patient presenting as they are?” and, “why do we do what we do?” Each lesson is reinforced in either a case study or Q & A study format, where the participant plays the medical detective from diagnosis to discharge. Learn key clinical pearls and pitfalls in this dynamic presentation.

Everything Cardiac

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	The Ridges Resort and Marina 3499 Hwy. 76 West Young Harris, Georgia 30582
Description:	This program provides a clinically applicable review of cardiac and cardiovascular pathology, assessment and interventions based on current guidelines. Challenging case studies complement this interactive and informative educational event. Clinical pearls and pitfalls are included throughout the program including 12-Lead EKG Quick Reference tips and key diagnostic findings in numerous cardiovascular emergency situations. Additional highlights include discussion of channelopathies, ablation therapies, cardiac resynchronization and clinical settings for use of NICOM.

Triage: Nursing's Most Challenging Job

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:30 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown/Convention Center 1441 NE Second Ave. Portland, Oregon 97232
Description:	Triage has been described as one of the most challenging jobs a Registered Nurse must perform. It requires a plethora of skills including keen assessment skills, exceptional customer service skills, tremendous organizational skills and in-depth critical thinking skills. The question becomes, how does one master the art of triage? This course is designed to provide participants with the foundational stones for triage. Participants will learn not only the foundational stones of this challenging skill, but also tips and tricks for dealing with difficult situations and figuring out challenging triage scenarios. The course is a mixture of didactic information, coupled with numerous challenging triage case studies that will require application of information learned and an abundance of triage “tips and tricks”—everything from dealing with drug-seeking behavior to gathering information from a non-compliant patient. Nurses new to triage as well as nurses with years of experience in triage will find this course challenging and educational.

Critical Care Essentials: Head to Toe

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:45 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Sheraton Louisville Riverside Hotel 700 W. Riverside Dr. Jeffersonville, Indiana 47130
Description:	This two-day seminar focuses on the fundamental principles of critical illness. Each lecture explores the pathophysiology of each disease process in a thorough, concise and practical way. Case studies, along with numerous multiple choice questions, challenge the attendee’s critical thinking skills. This program also serves as a comprehensive CCRN Exam Review as all body systems are reviewed. In addition, an optional lecture at the end of the first day will provide valuable test-taking strategies.

Aggressive Management of the Unstable Med-Surg Patient

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time Zone
Where:	DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Charlotte-SouthPark 6300 Morrison Blvd. Charlotte, North Carolina 28211
Description:	In this two-day program, participants will explore selected topics that every med-surg healthcare practitioner should know. General concepts will be covered to allow application to a wide variety of care settings, and comprehensive assessment and treatment modalities will be introduced to stimulate the experienced clinician. Each topic will be presented in a case study format highlighting the “red flags” to watch for, along with cutting-edge treatment strategies, in order to prevent further deterioration for the patient and ultimately to prevent harm.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, August 12, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, August 13, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	The Rockefeller University 1230 York Ave. @ East 66th St. Weiss Research Building, 3rd Floor New York, New York 10065
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant in successfully obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN Exam. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

ONC Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 8, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 9, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Health First Center for Learning 3470 N. Harbor City Blvd. (US Hwy 1) Rivercrest Plaza, Classroom D Melbourne, Florida 32935
Description:	This review of orthopedic nursing is designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining the ONC certification and includes lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the examination. The content is designed to provide the tools and knowledge necessary to ensure successful preparation for the ONC Exam. The exam is made up of different types of questions related to different key orthopedic components. These questions can prove challenging and potential test-takers must be prepared to face these challenges. This session gives the participant strategies for preparing to take the exam as well as strategies to successfully navigate the questions that are likely to be encountered.

Cardiac-Vascular Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 07 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, August 7, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, August 8, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	The Rockefeller University 1230 York Ave. @ East 66th St. Weiss Research Building, 3rd Floor New York, New York 10065
Description:	This two-day seminar is a concentrated review of major cardiac and vascular disease processes coupled with current treatment modalities and best practice recommendations for the adult patient. Each section will contain a system review coupled with associated pathophysiology and disease states relevant to the cardiac vascular systems. Case studies will be incorporated throughout the program to encourage development of critical thinking skills.

Certified Pediatric Nurse Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 06 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, August 6, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, August 7, 2013 3:30 PM Mountain Time
Where:	St. Vincent Healthcare 2900 12th Ave. North Mansfield Health Education Center Billings, Montana 59101
Description:	This two-day seminar is for nurses who care for pediatric patients. This course serves as a review for the Certified Pediatric Nurse (CPN) Exam. The CPN Exam is for the nurse who has pediatric practice experience and who demonstrates knowledge and abilities related to pediatric nursing beyond basic RN licensure.

CPAN/CAPA Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sat, 03 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Saturday, August 3, 2013 8:00 AM - Sunday, August 4, 2013 4:45 PM Eastern Time
Where:	NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital 435 East 70th St. Between York and 1st Ave. Nursing Education Sub Basement Level New York, New York 10021
Description:	is course is designed for nurses working in the perianesthesia setting who plan to take the CPAN/CAPA Exam. The course will focus on core concepts defined by ASPAN for caring for all populations.

CCRN/PCCN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 1, 2013 8:00 AM - Saturday, August 3, 2013 4:30 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Little Company of Mary Medical Center - San Pedro 1300 W. Seventh St. DeMucci Conference Rooms First Floor, East Wing San Pedro, California 90732
Description:	This three-day course is designed to provide critical care and progressive care nurses a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The course combines central knowledge-based lectures so that nurses working in the PCU and ICU arena will have a review of AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The first day will provide the critical care provider with an essential review of nursing care and interventions designed for the ICU setting. The second day of this lecture series will combine both the critical care and the progressive care areas. Information essential to each will be presented in a combined method still complying with AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The third day will be specifically for the progressive care provider and complete AACN’s Blueprint for system review. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU or PCU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for either or both of the Certification Examinations.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 01 Aug 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, August 1, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, August 2, 2013 4:30 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Red Lion Hotel on the River - Jantzen Beach 909 North Hayden Island Dr. Portland, Oregon 97217
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

Cardiac Nuts & Bolts: Drugs and Diseases

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, July 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, July 30, 2013 4:30 PM Central Time
Where:	DoubleTree Hilton Hotel Kansas City-Overland Park 10100 College Blvd. Overland Park, Kansas 66210
Description:	Day One of this two-day course is designed for nurses and other healthcare providers working in critical care units, progressive care units, emergency departments, medical-surgical units, home health care or anywhere cardiac drugs are administered or patients with cardiac diseases are cared for. The course covers the physiological basis for using cardiac drugs, the indications and side effects. On Day Two, diagnosis and management of two of the most commonly encountered cardiovascular diseases, heart failure and acute coronary syndrome, are covered, along with an overview of other cardiac pathologies. Current management strategies are discussed with each disease process.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 29 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, July 29, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, July 30, 2013 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Little Company of Mary Medical Center - San Pedro 1300 W. Seventh St. East Wing, First Floor DeMucci Conference Rooms San Pedro, California 90732
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CNRN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, July 25, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, July 26, 2013 4:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista St. East Building Basement Classrooms 2-5 Burbank, California 91505
Description:	The CNRN Exam Review course is designed to provide the neuroscience nurse a review of the topics presented in the CNRN Examination. The course outline is based upon the blueprint of the CNRN Examination provided by AANN. The course provides the participant with hints and easy ways to remember certain pertinent information.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, July 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, July 25, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Sheraton Atlantic City Convention Center Hotel Two Convention Blvd. Atlantic City, New Jersey 08401
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, July 22, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, July 23, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel 135-20 39th Ave. Flushing, New York 11354
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CCRN/PCCN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 22 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, July 22, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, July 24, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Premier Health Atruim Medical Center Campus One Medical Center Dr. Professional Bldg. Fifth Floor Auditorium Middletown, Ohio 45005
Description:	This three-day course is designed to provide critical care and progressive care nurses a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The course combines central knowledge-based lectures so that nurses working in the PCU and ICU arena will have a review of AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The first day will provide the critical care provider with an essential review of nursing care and interventions designed for the ICU setting. The second day of this lecture series will combine both the critical care and the progressive care areas. Information essential to each will be presented in a combined method still complying with AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The third day will be specifically for the progressive care provider and complete AACN’s Blueprint for system review. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU or PCU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for either or both of the Certification Examinations.

Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, July 18, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, July 19, 2013 4:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista St. East Building, First Floor Hope Conference Rooms B and C Burbank, California 91505
Description:	This course will assist nurses in reviewing the basic knowledge of biological, physiological, psychological and socio-cultural factors that influence the pregnant family, developing fetus and newborn. We will identify alterations in the status of the mother and the fetus and/or potential problems that could occur during the woman’s childbearing experience. We will evaluate interventions and plan of care for the complicated perinatal patient using the latest standards of care and current evidence-based practice. All of this information will be presented through lecture, open discussion and review questions to assist the nurse in preparing for the NCC Examination in Inpatient Obstetric Nursing. Elements of the exam content will be discussed in addition to pertinent topics and discussion useful in current clinical practice. After taking this course, nurses will have a comprehensive study guide useful for preparing and reviewing for the NCC exam.

Tricky, Testy and Sick: Special Patient Populations

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 18 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, July 18, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, July 19, 2013 4:00 PM Central Time
Where:	Willis-Knighton Career Institute Auditorium 2401 Bessie St. Shreveport, Louisiana 71103
Description:	The job of the nurse would be easy if all of our patients were exactly the same. If each patient were the same age, the same shape and the same personality, we would be able to apply a “cookie cutter” approach to the care of the patient. But as any nurse will tell you, every patient is unique, and with each unique characteristic comes unique care considerations. This seminar is designed to present a number of unique patient populations and the care challenges that these populations present. Considerations such as age, body size and personality will be presented. Participants will not only be provided with information about each unique patient population, but will also be given suggestions on caring for each patient population.

CCRN Exam Review (Pediatric)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, July 15, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, July 16, 2013 4:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Plantation General Hospital 401 NW 42nd Ave. Conference Rooms 1, 2 and 3 Plantation, Florida 33317
Description:	Critical care nurses are seeing patients with more severe and complex healthcare needs, which requires nurses to be more proficient and clinically competent. Nursing certification is considered the standard by which regulatory agencies and the public recognize quality nursing care.

Ambulatory Care Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Sat, 13 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Saturday, July 13, 2013 8:00 AM - Sunday, July 14, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Phillips Ambulatory Care Center 10 Union Square East Second Floor Conference Center Rooms 1, 2 & 3 New York, New York 10003
Description:	The Ambulatory Care Nursing Review is designed to prepare those nurses working in ambulatory care to sit for the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s exam. Ambulatory Care Nursing encompasses all practice settings of Ambulatory Care including, but not limited to, outpatient surgery, office settings, clinics and primary care settings. The course content is based on the exam blueprint provided by ANCC.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 11 Jul 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, July 11, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, July 12, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Hilton Mystic 20 Coogan Blvd. Mystic, Connecticut 06355
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

Critical Care Nuts & Bolts

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Thu, 27 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Thursday, June 27, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, June 28, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time Zone
Where:	Embassy Suites Raleigh - Crabtree 4700 Creedmoor Rd. Raleigh, North Carolina 27612
Description:	The purpose of this program is to provide a basic overview of common complications encountered in the critical care environment. We will discuss clinical assessment findings, as well as various etiologies that contribute to these conditions. This course will discuss the spectrum of chest pain, causes and treatment. We will provide an in-depth review of Acute Coronary Syndromes, recognition of ischemia vs. infarction, as well as treatment modalities for each. We will also review the various types of heart failure, differentiating between systolic and diastolic dysfunction, as well as treatment recommendations. As the number of patients diagnosed with heart failure continues to rise, we will also see an increase in co-morbidities with our patients. Increased recognition and awareness of the pathophysiological processes are essential in providing safe, comprehensive care in today’s healthcare environment.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, June 26, 2013 8:00 AM - Thursday, June 27, 2013 5:00 PM Eastern Time
Where:	DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Asheville - Biltmore 115 Hendersonville Rd. Asheville, North Carolina 28803
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

CCRN/PCCN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Wed, 26 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Wednesday, June 26, 2013 8:00 AM - Friday, June 28, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Cape Canaveral Hospital 701 W. Cocoa Beach Cswy. Medical Plaza Conference Center Cocoa Beach, Florida 32931
Description:	This three-day course is designed to provide critical care and progressive care nurses a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The course combines central knowledge-based lectures so that nurses working in the PCU and ICU arena will have a review of AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The first day will provide the critical care provider with an essential review of nursing care and interventions designed for the ICU setting. The second day of this lecture series will combine both the critical care and the progressive care areas. Information essential to each will be presented in a combined method still complying with AACN’s Certification Blueprint. The third day will be specifically for the progressive care provider and complete AACN’s Blueprint for system review. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU or PCU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for either or both of the Certification Examinations.

CEN Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Tuesday, June 25, 2013 8:00 AM - Wednesday, June 26, 2013 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	California Pacific Medical Center Castro and Duboce Streets Davies Campus Auditorium B Level (across from the cafeteria) San Francisco, California 94114
Description:	This course is a review of emergency nursing designed to assist the participant to be successful in obtaining CEN certification. The course offers lectures, graphics, videos and practice questions in many of the areas that are tested on the CEN examination. This review will provide not only a knowledge base for successfully completing the exam, but also a foundation for further study as the participant works towards emergency nursing certification.

12-Lead ECG Interpretation for Clinical Practice: Essential and Advanced Skills

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, June 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:30 PM Mountain Time
Where:	Red Lion Hotel on the River - Jantzen Beach 909 N. Hayden Island Dr. Portland, Oregon 97217
Description:	Essentials Skills is an introduction to the 12-Lead electrocardiogram (ECG) and begins with the fundamentals of electrocardiography with emphasis on how leads record electrical activity, which leads face each part of the heart, and how each of the 12-Leads should look in a normal heart. Normal and abnormal waveforms reviewed. Additional content includes calculation of the QRS axis and what axis deviation can mean clinically; recognition of right and left bundle branch blocks; and recognition of myocardial ischemia, injury and infarction. Advanced Skills goes beyond the basic 12-Lead ECG interpretation class and takes your ECG interpretation skills to a higher level. We begin with a review of some ECG basics, then move to the more advanced content that includes recognition of fascicular blocks, bifascicular blocks and trifascicular blocks and the potential dangers associated with them; ECG signs of atrial and ventricular chamber enlargement; ECG effects of drugs and electrolyte disorders; myocardial infarction mimics, such as left bundle branch block, ventricular paced rhythms, early repolarization, acute cor pulmonale; and differential diagnosis of wide QRS tachycardias.

CCRN Exam Review (Adult)

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, June 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:30 PM Eastern Time
Where:	Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing 776 Sixth Ave. Large Classroom New York, New York 10001
Description:	This two-day course provides the critical care nurse with a review of AACN’s core curriculum. The agenda combines central knowledge-based lectures for nurses working in the ICU with an essential review of nursing care and interventions according to the AACN exam blueprint for the critical care provider. This review is not an introduction to the environment of the ICU, but a comprehensive update for the professional already in practice at the bedside and preparing for the certification examination.

Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, June 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, June 25, 2013 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Where:	Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 501 S. Buena Vista St. East Building Basement Classrooms 2-6 Burbank, California 91505
Description:	This course is designed for neonatal intensive care nurses who wish to take the NCC Certification Examination to obtain RNC-NIC designation. The course will focus on core concepts that are essential for caring for high-risk newborns. Course content has been designed specifically around NCC test content outlines and competency statements. Preparation is recommended prior to participation in this course. Recommended study resources, exam outlines and associated competencies can be found online at www.nccwebsite.org.

Inpatient Obstetric Nursing Exam Review

Med-Ed, Inc. (customercare@mededseminars.net) — Mon, 24 Jun 2013 12:00:00 GMT

When:	Monday, June 24, 2013 8:00 AM - Tuesday, June 25, 2013 4:00 PM Central Time
Where:	Waukesha Memorial Hospital 725 American Ave. Conference Room 1, 2 Waukesha, Wisconsin 53188
Description:	Presented in lecture format, this course reviews topics for the National Certification Corporation (NCC) examination "Inpatient Obstetric." Elements of the examination are discussed, followed by a review of the content. Pictures, animation, and graphics are utilized to enhance the presentation. The major components include disease processes during pregnancy, fetal evaluation, application of fetal monitoring for the laboring client, and postpartum and neonatal assessments. Practice questions are integrated throughout the content.

Time Sensitive Issues: The Acutely Ill Adult Patient