On-Demand Webinars
To view an on-demand webinar, please select a webinar, click “register” on the left side, and submit your information. After registering, you will be brought to a new page. The link to the recording of the webinar will be found on this page under “Event Information.”
Integrating Immersive Virtual Reality into Nursing Education: Lessons Learned
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Details & Objectives
Dr. Beth Culross, 2020 recipient of AACN’s Foundation for Academic Nursing Faculty Scholars Grant Program, will describe the development and implementation of Immersive Virtual Reality Simulations into a BSN program. Dr. Culross will describe integrated simulations for traditional and accelerated programs and findings from the first year of implementation. In addition, steps to development, including cost, faculty and student development, outcome measures, and space consideration, will be reviewed.
Objectives
- Define the need for innovative immersive virtual reality simulation for students.
- Discuss the development, implementation, and findings of a new immersive virtual reality simulation program.
- Demonstrate the cons iderations for developing and implementing an immersive virtual reality program.
Learn more about AACN’s Foundation for Academic Nursing and the Faculty Scholars Grant Program.
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Gun Violence: A National Priority for Nurse Researchers
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM (ET)
Webinar Description
Gun violence is a national public health concern that affects the lives of all Americans. Nursing researchers are well positioned to design and execute studies to reduce gun violence. The panel of national leaders in gun violence research will be discussing their research trajectories, funding opportunities, policy implications, the importance of interprofessional teams when researching gun violence, and how to live safely in world with guns.
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Designing an Engaging Poster
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Overview
After your abstract submission has been accepted for presentation, it is time to think about developing your poster. This webinar will focus on the key elements of creating a scholarly poster while using creative techniques to engage the reader.
Objectives
- Understand how to highlight data and findings without overwhelming the reader.
- Outline the necessary components of a scholarly poster.
- Explain ways to utilize QR codes to further engage the reader.
This Webinar is hosted by the Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA). For more information on the GNSA, visit www.aacnnursing.org/GNSA.
Nursing Impact: Journey to a Federal Appointment
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Overview
AACN will host a live panel of Nursing Professionals who hold federal council and committee positions to give insight into the nomination, interview, and selection process. Nursing professionals are underrepresented on federal councils and can give significant insight into federal health policy that would benefit the nation. To address this issue, AACN, along with over 30 other nursing professional organizations have come together to form a nomination consortium nominating nursing professionals such as our notable panelists to federal appointments. This webinar will provide key insight into the importance of nursing professionals seeking nomination to these appointments in order to contribute to the ongoing design and innovation of our nation’s health care.
Objectives
- Increase knowledge and awareness of federal council and committee appointments open to Nursing Professionals.
- Promote the work AACN and partner nursing organizations have done through our nomination consortium.
- Draw in increased numbers of potential nursing professionals open for consideration to open federal appointments.
Webinar Registration
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National Institute of Nursing Research Strategic Plan and Future Funding
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)
Hosted by the Research Leadership Network
Webinar Details & Objectives
Join the Director of the National Institute of Nursing Research, Dr. Shannon N. Zenk, as she provides an update focused on the NINR Strategic Plan and future funding opportunities. The presentation and discussion will also address the preparation of future nurse scientists to integrate and focus on key DEI and health disparity priorities. Participants will have the opportunity to engage during the question and discussion post-presentation portion of the session.
Objectives:
- Define the need for preparing PhD students to focus their research on DEI and health disparity priorities.
- Discuss the NINR Strategic Plan and funding opportunities for nurse scientists.
- Discuss key strategies for PhD Program faculty in preparing nurse scientists for new funding priorities.
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Partnerships Between Academic Health Departments and Schools of Nursing
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Details & Objectives
This webinar will provide a brief overview of the concept of an Academic Health Department (ADH) and its roles and functions. This will be followed by presenters from AHDs and Schools of Nursing (SON) partnerships, describing how partnerships facilitate both nursing education and health department goals of improving the health of the public. Presenters will share examples of student experiences, challenges encountered and how to overcome them when working in partnership with an AHD, and possible ways to measure outcomes for student learning and health department goals. The AHD/SON partnership is an important mechanism for helping nursing students acquire public/population health knowledge and skills.
Objectives:
- Define Academic Health Department.
- Identify three benefits of SON partnerships with AHDs for the health department and nursing students.
- Describe challenges in implementing AHD/SON partnerships, and potential ways to overcome these.
- List three potential measures of outcomes of AHD/SON partnerships for the nursing students and AHD.
This webinar is funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s Academic Partnerships to Improve Health.
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Catalyzing Climate Change Content in Health Professions Education
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Details & Objectives
As a leading public health concern of the 21st century, climate change will continue to affect global population health. Health professionals and health professions educators have important and unique roles in proactively addressing climate change and its implications. To try and create a healthier, climate-resilient future, schools and programs that train health professions students should integrate climate change and its health effects into the curricula.
Webinar participants will hear models and resources that can be used to help institutions integrate climate-health content into health professions curricula.
Objectives
- Compare educational models and resources to train health professions students to prevent, mitigate, and respond to the health consequences of climate change
- Apply the new GCCHE Climate & Health Competencies for Health Professio ns Students
- Summarize “lessons learned” in the development and implementation of climate-health curricula
To Register
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Consumer Health: Preparing Nurse Graduates for Telehealth and Informatics
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Details
This presentation will define consumer health, health informatics and nursing informatics and provide discussion of how the consumerization of healthcare is impacting the nurse’s role. This discussion will highlight how nurses need to be prepared to engage and empower patients to be an active participant in their care team. Preparing our future nurses and all clinicians on the current state of informatics, including telehealth and wellness mobile applications is vital to providing our patients the guidance and support needed to navigate the ever-changing health care systems.
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A Trajectory of Success: From Landing the Position to Transitioning to Advanced Practice
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Overview
Join this webinar for a panel discussion on the job search trajectory for new Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). The conversation will feature practice partner nursing leaders who will share strategies to help market yourself as a new APRN, what recruiters are looking for, the transition from an RN to an APRN, and finding opportunities for mentoring within your new role.
Objectives
- Understand how to market yourself as a standout candidate.
- Outline the transition from an RN to an APRN.
- Explain opportunities for mentoring in a new APRN position.
This Webinar is hosted by the Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA). For more information on the GNSA, visit www.aacnnursing.org/GNSA.
Navigating the Job Search as a New APRN
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM (ET)
Webinar Overview
As you get closer to the completion of your degree and begin thinking about the next steps in your job search, many questions can arise. What should my resume highlight to help me stand out as a candidate? What should I consider about an organization when applying? What are some questions I should ask during the interview process? Join this webinar with the VP and Chief Advanced Practice Officer from Advocate Aurora Medical Group as we begin a discussion surrounding these important questions.
Objectives
- Understand how to navigate the job search process as a new APRN.
- Outline the key elements of a successful resume.
- Explain important questions to ask during the interview process for an APRN position.
This Webinar is hosted by the Graduate Nursing Student Academy (GNSA). For more information on the GNSA, visit www.aacnnursing.org/GNSA.