2018 TNA and TSNA Joint Annual Conference

2018 TNA-TSNA JOINT CONFERENCE | ADVOCACY IN ACTION
clerical duties and a need for expedited thru put. We then advanced our concept to also include duties
within their scope of practice such as medication delivery, IM and Sub Q medications, procedures and tasks
and are labeling this role as LPN Extenders. Most recently, we have started yet another approach to using
LPNs in a role in TEAM Nursing.
Since we are using this workforce at the bedside, we have developed a focused orientation outline and
annual skills day, have written a job description and changed policies to assure compliance with TN State
requirements.
Findings:
We have experienced improved HCAHPS scores, expressed staff satisfaction and filled vacancies initially
intended for RNs only. We are able to use a work force that otherwise would be used mostly in long term
care facilities.
Recommendations for Practice/Research:
N/A
Maternal Factors that Influence Obesity in Toddlers
Haley Williams (Presenter)
Ashlee Ledbetter (Co-Presenter)
Problem Addressed:
The purpose of this research paper is to analyze and review at least eight scholarly articles that discuss
the factors that influence childhood obesity. Articles reviewed were mostly primary sources. The goal of
this paper was to show maternal and family factors as they relate to the increasingly prevalent issue of
childhood obesity. We believe this an extremely important topic in today’s society. Obesity in childhood
ages is more prevalent now than it has ever been. Preventive measures are much more effective than trying
to treat the already existing problem. Therefore, the healthcare field has a true demand to understand and
educate patients and their families about preventive interventions that help avoid obesity as a child. This, in
turn, would decrease the amount of health problems in children and toddlers and overall, reduce healthcare
costs to families. It would also promote overall health and wellness in these patients.
Objectives:
Develop knowledge regarding the maternal factors that influence toddler obesity.
Methods/Procedures:
Review of Literature
Findings:
N/A
Recommendations for Practice/Research:
N/A
Piloting an Academic Medical-Legal Partnership: Building Capacity to Increase the
Percentage Seniors (60+) who Receive Advice about and Execute an Advanced Care
Plan and a Healthcare and/or Financial Power of Attorney.
Carrie Plummer (Presenter)
Breanna Baraff (Co-Presenter)
Maggie Bulger (Co-Presenter)
Helana Anderjack Garrett (Co-Presenter)
Susan Gray (Co-Presenter)
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