2016 Nursing Perspectives Program

September 28-30
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PRELIMINARY
PROGRAM
www.gradyhealth.org/nursingpersepctives

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Table of Contents
About the Conference 4
Conference Objectives 5
Schedule at a Glance 6
Continuing Nursing Education 7
General Sessions 8
Concurrent Sessions 10
Explore Lake Lanier 14
Hotel Information 15
Welcome Party 17

MESSAGE FROM THE COMMITTEE
On behalf of the Nursing Perspectives Conference Committee and as the North
Georgia Regional Perinatal Outreach Education Coordinator, we are delighted that
you will be joining us at the 36th Annual Nursing Perspectives Conference at Lake
Lanier Islands, September 28-30.
We have an exciting new look for the 2016 Nursing Perspectives Conference. So
whether you’re new to the conference or you’ve come every year, you’re sure to
love the fresh, new look! We’re thrilled to be shaking things up to offer an even
better experience. With over 18 conference sessions, our goal is to bring you the
latest strategies, research and best practices to help improve outcomes and promote evidenced-based
care. Plans are well underway to ensure that you will have a memorable experience at this year’s
conference.
Sincerely,
Latoya Harrison BSN, RNC-EFM
Regional Perinatal Outreach Education Coordinator
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE
The 2016 Nursing Perspectives Conference builds on the success of last year’s conference by offering
even more Education, Networking, and Advocacy opportunities in over 2 days. Held this year at Lake Lanier
Islands and Resort, this 2 ½ day conference is the perfect opportunity to open new doors, learn new
skills and awaken the innovator in you!
Although historically a conference dedicated to perinatal nursing, this year we have expanded our horizons
to offer you more on nursing leadership, team building and implementing creativity in the workplace.
♦ More than 18 sessions with presentations ranging from leadership to women’s
health, including more topics on neonatal nursing.
♦ Interactive presentations and hands on learning
♦ New emerging Pre-Conference Presentation & Opening Dinner
♦ Ever popular Welcome Party! You’ll socialize with fellow attendees, rub shoulders with speakers
and presenters, and get to know exhibitors at the Welcome Reception.
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The goal of the 2016 Nursing Perspectives Annual Conference is to provide
nursing professionals with the latest information and innovations in health care
that will elevate nurses’ skills and knowledge whereby inspiring and energizing
nurses to perform at their highest level of nursing practice.
At conclusion of the conference, learners will be able to:
Implement evidence based solutions that lead to nursing excellence.
Transform quality of care by enhancing collaboration and partnerships.
Integrate innovations into nursing practice.

Schedule At A Glance
Wednesday, September 28
Pre- Conference Workshop & Dinner (Ticket Required)
7pm - 9pm
Thursday, September 29
Opening Session
Keynote General Session (GS1)
8:30 am - 9:30 am
General Session (GS2)
9:30 am - 10:30 am
Expo Hall Open
10:30 am - 2:30 pm
Specialty Sessions (A)
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Lunch in the Grand Ballroom
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Specialty Sessions (B)
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Specialty Sessions (C)
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm
General Session (GS3)
3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
Nursing Perspectives President’s Party
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Friday, September 30
Keynote -General Session (GS4)
8:30 am - 9:30 am
Expo Hall Open
9:30 am - 1:30 pm
Specialty Sessions (D)
9:45 am - 10:45 am
Specialty Sessions (E)
11:00 am- 12:00 pm
Lunch in the Grand Ballroom
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Specialty Sessions (F)
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm
Closing General Session (GS5)
2:15 pm - 3:15 pm
Early Bird Conference Pricing
There are several ways to save money when you attend the Nursing
Perspectives Annual Conference. Be sure to register by the early bird
deadline, secure your room through the official conference hotel for
the best rate and take advantage of student and group discounts.
Early Bird
DEADLINE
June 15, 2016
Pre-Conference Workshop & Dinner
Free (ticket required)
NP Early Bird $229
Student $199
Groups (3 or more) $209
Registration
Wednesday…………………………..5:00 - 7:00pm
Expo Hall
Thursday…………………………….10:30 - 2:00pm
Thursday………………………………7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday………………………………….9:30am - 1:30pm
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Your Guide to CNE Offerings
Pre-Conference Workshop is a session held on Wednesday before the official opening of the
conference. Participants must pre-register. Seats are limited. Attendees will be selected based on area of
specialty and relevance to the presentation. Dinner will also be provided.
General Sessions (GS) are one hour keynote sessions that are open to all conference attendees.
Specialty Sessions are 60 or 90 minute presentations. These sessions offer the opportunity to hear
experts present the most current information on nursing topics.
Leadership Sessions are 60 or 90 minute presentations. These sessions offer the opportunity to hear
experts present the most current information on nursing topics.
CONTACT HOURS
The maximum continuing nursing education (CNE) contact hours that
can be earned while attending the 2016 Nursing Perspectives preworkshop
and conference educational activities is 17.5 contact
hours. To obtain contact hours, you must attend the entire session
and complete the online evaluation. Instructions on how to
complete the online conference evaluation will be provided to all
attendees upon registration.
EARN
UP TO
17.5
CONTACT
HOURS
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Grady Health System is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by Baptist Health System, an
accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Key
Points
to remember:
There will be no paper handouts for the 2016 Nursing Perspectives
Conference. Program materials, including submitted speaker handouts and
presentations, will be accessible online before, during and after convention
at www.gradyhealth.org/nursingperspectives.
To get CNE for a session, you must attend the session in its entirety and
complete an online evaluation.
For technical assistance before November 1, 2016, email
nursingperspectives@gmh.edu.
All online evaluations must be completed by November 1,
2016 in order for CNE to be awarded.

GENERAL SESSIONS
GENERAL SESSION (GS1)
Keynote Speaker
Thursday, September 29, 8:30 -9:30a.m.
Reverend Dr. Deidre Walton, JD, MSN, RN
Reverend Deidre Walton is the immediate past President of the National Black Nurses Association, Inc. A
nominee by Modern Healthcare for the 100 most influential people in healthcare, 2014, she is an outstanding
leader, one who is known for her acumen about health policy, human rights, health care reform, and
negotiating change. She earned her BSN, MSN, and JD and is a graduate of the US Army Command and General
Staff College. She has extensive Managed Care experience in nursing practice, education and administration
where she develops, implements, supports and promotes health services strategies, tactics, policies
and programs that drive the delivery of quality health care. As a patient advocate, and an international leader in healthcare, her expertise is often
requested for the resolution of issues regarding healthcare finance, quality patient care, culturally competent care, and safety for patients and
employees. Dr. Walton’s familiarity with managing large cost-related data sets has provided opportunities for her to implement review processes
and “road maps” in health systems that help to improve health outcomes among persons with complex health conditions. She was appointed to
the Joint Commission’s Nursing Advisory Council for the 2015-2016 terms. Most recently, she was selected as a member of the Steering Committee
for the Nurses on Board Coalition, sponsored by the Robert Woods Johnson Foundation in partnership with the AARP’s Center for Championing
for Nursing in America. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the National Coalition of Ethnic Minority Nurses Association, and
American Heart Association Diversity Leadership Committee, and serves on the Advisory Board for the UCLA Resource Center for Minority Aging
Research. Much of her knowledge, wisdom, and skills were manifest during her work with the Campaign for Action Diversity Steering Committee
that produced the far-reaching and dynamic strategic plan for creating a diverse workforce.
GENERAL SESSION (GS2)
Thursday, September 29, 9:30-10:30a.m.
The State of the State of Maternal & Infant Health in Georgia:
Where We Have Been, Where We Are Now, and What We Can Do
Merrilee Gober, RN, BSN, JD
This session will provide detailed information on Georgia's maternal & infant health data giving the attendee
perspective by showing with historical data, the most recent data, and comparing Georgia's data to national
averages. Data will include prenatal dental care, fetal and infant mortality, prematurity, maternal morbidity
and mortality, postpartum care, perinatal depression and breastfeeding. There will be some surprises for
ways we can easily improve maternal and infant health outcomes as well as some sobering concerns in need
of intensive collaborative action.
GENERAL SESSION (GS3)
Thursday, September 29, 3:45-5:00p.m.
Utilizing Low Fidelity Simulation for High Risk Clinical Situations: A How to For
Every Nurse
Cathy Jones, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Not everyone has access to advanced patient simulators. Learn how you can use low fidelity, low cost
equipment to run effective simulations on high risk clinical scenarios.
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GENERAL GENERAL
SESSIONS SESSIONS
GENERAL SESSION (GS4)
Friday, September 30, 8:30 -9:30a.m.
Harnessing the Power of Creativity
Rob Levit - Keynote Speaker
Rob Levit is a gifted teacher, trainer and facilitator who has worked extensively with corporate and
nonprofit clients. His inclusive and interactive approach creates avenues of communication that
encourage participation from those with different learning and personality styles. His areas of expertise
include creativity, innovation, strategy, personal/group productivity and emotional intelligence. Learn
how multi-sensory activities and creativity can be used as a tool to enhance emotional intelligence and
interpersonal skills in this interactive session!
GENERAL SESSION (GS5) Friday, September 30, 8:30 -9:30a.m.
Nurses, You Usually Make the Call!
Franklyn Geary, Jr. MD, FACOG
Compassionate caregiver, teacher and mentor are all roles played by Dr. Franklyn Geary, program
director of the department of obstetrics and gynecology at the Morehouse School of Medicine.
An Emory University School of Medicine graduate who was once a Grady resident, Dr. Geary plays
a critical role both in the lives of the mothers and infants he treats and in the futures of the
physicians he is helping to train through the OB/GYN program he helped to establish at
Morehouse.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS
CONCURRENT SESSION (A1)
Thursday, September 29, 11:00-12:00p.m.
Outcomes for Periviable Births at 22 to 25 weeks Gestation
Ravi Mangal Patel, MD, MSc
Infants born at 22 to 25 weeks of gestation are among the most challenging patients cared for in
neonatal medicine. In this presentation, Dr. Patel will review recent data on the survival of
periviable infants and provide an overview in to spectrum of their short- and long-term
outcomes.
CONCURRENT SESSION (A2)
Thursday, September 29, 11:00-12:00p.m.
#Suckitup: The Journey of Implementing Nitrous Oxide in the Labor Room
Bridgette Schulman, RNC-OB, C-EFM, BSN, MSNEd
An in-depth look at our journey to implementing Nitrous Oxide as an option of pain management in Labor.
We will discuss the many challenges , barriers, and our ultimate implementation plan.
CONCURRENT SESSION (A2)
Thursday, September 29, 11:00-12:00p.m.
#Suckitup: The Journey of Implementing Nitrous Oxide in the Labor Room
Heather Standard, RN, BSN, MBA
An in-depth look at our journey to implementing Nitrous Oxide as an option of pain management in Labor.
We will discuss the many challenges , barriers, and our ultimate implementation plan.
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS
CONCURRENT SESSION (B1)
Keep it Beautiful Baby: An Overview of Neonatal Skin Care
Juanita Davis, MN, APRN, NNP-BC
Thursday, September 29, 1:15 - 2:15p.m.
Neonatal skin has unique characteristics in its structure and function. Nursing care based on scientific
principles and empiric evidence can optimize neonatal skin integrity. This presentation will describe
developmental variations in newborn skin and strategies to prevent and/or treat infusion related injuries and
diaper dermatitis.
CONCURRENT SESSION (B2)
Thursday, September 29, 1:15 - 2:15p.m.
Blood, Sweat and Tears: The Journey to Effect Change, Increase Patient Safety,
and Improve Outcomes Related to Postpartum Hemorrhage
Jamie Vick RNC-LRN, BSN, MSNEd
Bridgette Schulman, RNC-OB, C-EFM, BSN, MSNEd
Reflecting on an 18-month journey of effecting change in L&D culture and implementing evidence-based
practice recommendations to increase patient safety and improve outcomes for women experiencing
postpartum hemorrhage .
CONCURRENT SESSION (C1)
Horizontal Violence: The Violence that ends nursing careers
Erica Mills, PhD, RN
Thursday, September 29, 2:30 - 3:30p.m.
Horizontal or lateral violence is considered an act of aggression among nursing professionals. Horizontal
violence creates a negative work environment impairing teamwork and compromising patient care. The
effects of horizontal violence and strategies for prevention and management are addressed in this hour long
interactive session.
CONCURRENT SESSION (C2)
We Need to Talk: Facilitating Improved Inter-professional Communication
Among the Healthcare Team
Rosiland Harris, DNP, RN, APRN, RNC, ACNS, BC
Thursday, September 29, 2:30 - 3:30p.m.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS
CONCURRENT SESSION (D1)
Friday, September 30, 9:45 - 10:45a.m.
It's A New Day in Nursing Education: Camera, Action, YouTube
Cathy Jones, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Learn how to use low cost venues to meet the educational needs of todays nurse.
CONCURRENT SESSION (D2)
Friday, September 30, 9:45 - 10:45a.m.
PPH and the application of viscoelastic testing to identify coagulopathies and
treatment considerations
Erin Ulrichsen, RN, MS, CNOR
The session will include the science and principles of thromboelastography. Discussion will examine the
individual parameters associated with the TEG graph and how each parameter represents a component of
clot development. Further interpretation will demonstrate the application of the values to guide blood
management and address and treat patient coagulopathies.
CONCURRENT SESSION (E1)
Friday, September 30, 11:00 - 12:00p.m.
Leadership: Nurse self advocacy and career advancement
Karen Rawls, PhDc, MSN/Ed RN
Nursing Careers have gone from the bedpan and pillow fluffing ideation to board room decision making
executives. We need for the professional executives in major businesses and corporate America to
recognize the contributions that nurses make on a daily basis to society, but equally to the economy at
large. This 60 minute session will identify tools for nursing leadership and advocacy, identify resources
available for career development and nurse leadership, and describe how to integrate best practices in
nursing to align with career advancement and professional advocacy.
CONCURRENT SESSION (E2)
Friday, September 30, 11:00 - 12:00p.m.
TeamSTEPPS: A Better Way to Communicate
Lynne Hall, RN BSN LSSBB
TeamSTEPPS® (Team Strategies and Tools to Enhance Performance and Patient Safety) is an evidence-based
teamwork system aimed at optimizing patient outcomes by improving communication and teamwork skills
among health care professionals. It includes a comprehensive set of ready-to-use materials and a training
curriculum to successfully integrate teamwork principles into any health care system.
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BREAKOUT SESSIONS
CONCURRENT SESSIONS
CONCURRENT SESSION (F1)
Friday, September 30, 1:15 - 2:15p.m.
Ethically Complex Perinatal Care:
Recognizing the Contribution to Provider Moral Distress
Jason Lesandrini, PhD
Jason Lesandrini is the Ethicist at Wellstar where his role involves clinical ethics consultation, ethics-based
organizational policy analysis, ethics infrastructure development and support and ongoing ethics education
and programming. Jason has worked at numerous health institutions across the country including the
Veterans Health Administration and St. Johns Mercy in St. Louis, MO. He has served as the ethicist for the Mass Fatality planning commission for
the State of Georgia and currently holds a faculty appointment in the Physician’s Assistant program at Mercer University . Jason is an experienced
speaker, having done numerous workshops and presentations across Georgia and the United States on issues of ethics and health ethics both for
academic audiences and to health care administrators, providers, patients and the lay public. Jason's academic background is in health care
ethics and philosophy. He soon to be Doctorate will be from the St. Louis University. He holds a Master's degree in Philosophy, specializing in
Applied Ethics, from Georgia State University. His research interests include decision making for incapacitated patients, ethics at the end-of-life,
health care resource allocation, and the work of ethics resources in clinical and organizational ethics. He has published in a variety of peer
reviewed journals and written chapters on numerous ethics topics.
CONCURRENT SESSION (F2)
Friday, September 30, 1:15 - 2:15p.m.
Leadership and the Art of Communication
Rob Levit
The number one issue facing leaders today is the ability to communicate clearly, authentically and in a
timely way with peers, employees, and stakeholders. Far too often, leaders do not have the self-awareness
to realize the major gaps in their communication style and how they are perceived by those they serve and
lead. This can lead to isolation, misunderstandings and externalizing issues that are more than likely selfgenerated
and entirely avoidable. The Prosci Communication Checklist, based on a study of 900 participants,
includes active listening and “why” questions as best practices and yet easy strategies like this are frequently overlooked in the rush to be
productive and maintain authority.
In this fast-paced and interactive breakout session, participants will identify barriers and gaps to great communication, learn the techniques of
active listening and engage in activities designed to add clarity, accountability and power to leadership skills. With a compelling mixture of
experiential activities, discussion and question and answer, participants will gain the confidence to communicate more effectively with those they
serve and lead.

EXPLORE LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Situated along the shores of Georgia’s Great Lake, just 45 minutes outside of Atlanta, Lanier
Islands features 1,500 scenic acres, beckoning to families and corporate groups alike.
Marrying luxurious resort amenities with the unparalleled natural beauty of North Georgia,
a Lanier Islands vacation is one to be treasured long after your bags have been unpacked
and your photos have been uploaded.
The sprawling grounds feature an assortment of pet-friendly accommodations, from
stunning suites and family friendly ranch-style Lake Houses to rustic campsites and splendid
villas. After a perfect night of sleep, Lanier Islands offers a multitude of experiences for your
enjoyment and exhilaration. Play a round of golf on our award-winning course, gallop
through the woods byhorseback, zipline through the trees on a guided canopy tour, cruise
across the lake in a privatepontoon, or explore our variety of dining options onsite. In the
summertime, splash away at Lanier World, and in the winter, discover our brand new winter
experience: Winter Adventure!
Whatever your reason for visiting Lanier Islands, Georgia, there will always be more reasons
to return. Make yourself at home at our hotel in Buford, GA, and allow yourself to unwind
and open up to the endless adventures that await. We’ll see you at the lake!
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HOTEL INFORMATION
SPECIAL
CONFERENCE
RATES
Special room rate is $169
per night for single/
double bed
Legacy Lodge & Conference Center ▪ 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy ▪ Buford, GA 30518
Serving as the centerpiece of Lanier Islands, Legacy Lodge & Conference Center offers 216 comfortably
furnished guest rooms, consisting of King Rooms, Double Queen Rooms and 4 King Suites. Our rooms offer
the finest amenities, including spacious bathtubs and tiled walk-in showers, granite surfaces, balconies or
patios, flat-screen televisions, complimentary wireless Internet, as well as concierge and room services.
Enjoy the stunning lake view from your room while you rest, before exploring the activities and amenities
Lanier Islands has to offer. Now pet friendly too!
Legacy Lodge is also home to two incredible dining options, 22,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, a
rejuvenating spa, a heated saltwater outdoor pool, our top-of-line fitness center, gift shop, and a full-service
business center.
Reserve your room today!
Take a virtual tour at www.lanierislands.com
MAIN PHONE: 770-945-8787
HOTEL RESERVATIONS: 1-800-840-5253
When calling, guest should identify the meeting as Nursing Perspectives Conference to get the discounted
rate of $169.
Visit the dedicated booking website by clicking this link Lake Lanier Islands Nursing Perspectives or visit the
website and use group code 160907NURS.
The deadline date for making reservations at the Legacy Lodge is Monday, August 29, 2016. After this date,
reservations will be accepted on a space and rate availability basis.

EXPERIENCE THE EXCITEMENT
What does your week look like at Nursing Perspectives 2016? Be sure to
add these must-do-events to your calendar!
PRE- CONFERENCE PRESENTATION & OPENING DINNER Soak in the
energy and excitement of the meeting at one of the most anticipated events of
the conference. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and mingle with fellow attendees and
industry representatives as you get a first peek at the innovations featured in
our Exhibit Hall. Scope out new products and services for your facility and
connect one-on-one with colleagues, presenters and solution providers. And
don’t forget the giveaways!
NURSING PERSPECTIVES WELCOME PARTY Have you ever seen the glitz and
glam of the Caribbean Festivals or wanted to relive a night at Mardi Gras? Come to
the ever popular Welcome Party and experience both. Join us for a night of dancing,
dining and fun as we capture all the energy of Lake Lanier Islands. Either way,
you’ll enjoy the party as you rock to the sounds of great entertainment, munch on
appetizers and dance the night away with 150 of your closest friends.
AVOID FULL PRICE AND REGISTER BY JUNE 15!
80 Jesse Hill Jr. Drive, SE
P.O. Box 26158
Atlanta, GA 30303
www.www.gradyhealth.org/nursingperspectives
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