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1 Mississippi nurses Association 2013 Annual Convention October 22-25, 2013 Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center Biloxi, MS Mississippi Nurses on the Hunt: Cure Safety Prevention Research Education Wellness Evidence Based Practice

2 Convention Introduction The Mississippi Nurses Association is pleased to announce our 102nd Annual Convention to be held at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center Biloxi, MS. October 22-25, We invite you, the Registered Nurses of Mississippi and all surrounding states, to join us! CE Highlights A Beautiful Mind ACLS Preparation Basic EKG & Arrhythmia Aesthetics Achievements Controlling the Silent Killer Court is in Session Games Children Play Hunting for the Right Words It s All About You Oh My Aching Head! Professional Interviewing Skills Research Round Table Discussions Science and Art of Caring for the Whole Person Be inspired! Join your colleagues and fellow RNs from across Mississippi and other neighboring states! GENERAL CONVENTION: You don t want to miss this opportunity to grow professionally through our dynamic CE sessions featuring tracks for: Education Clinical Administrative Research Up to 16.5 Continuing Education Contact Hours Available APRN FALL CONFERENCE: Attend the APRN Conference to obtain information on a variety of topics including: Pediatrics Psychiatry Women s Health Adult- Family- Geriatric General Up to 9.25 Continuing Education Contact Hours Available Table of Contents Sugar and Spice, but not so Nice What Now: APRN s Guide to Preconception & Pregnancy Hands-On Workshops Joint Injections Suturing The Captain Knows All: Controlled Substances Update Convention Information... 3 Convention Registration... 4 Continuing Education Sessions... 5 General Convention... 7 APRN Fall Conference... 9 Research Round Table Discussions APRN Incredible Dinners Captain Pete Dinner Cruise Special Thanks MNA Board of Directors: Running for Office Annual Convention Sponsorships Platinum Sponsors Diamond Sponsors Hotel Accommodations

3 Convention Information Continuing Education (CEs) The Mississippi Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center s Commission on Accreditation. Hours are awarded only for the session hours you attend. Contact hours to be awarded for each session will be posted as part of the session announcement in the convention guide. Session Credits & Evaluations ON-LINE ONLY: To receive contact hours for a session, each attendee must: 1) attend the entire session, 2) insure that the name badge is scanned by the CE Coordinator, and 3) complete the evaluation on-line. Once a session evaluation has been successfully filled out, you will be able to print your certificate for that session. Name Badges Registered attendees must wear their official convention name badges at all times to access convention events. Convention name badges will be scanned when attendees enter convention events where continuing education hours are available. Attendee Guest Badges Attendee guest badges are available for guests attending the dinner cruise. Fees associated with the dinner cruise must be paid at registration. Conference Attire Mississippi Nurses on the Hunt should relax and enjoy the convention camo business casual style for all sessions and luncheons. The Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center strives to keep meeting rooms at a comfortable Schedule Overview... temperature for everyone. If you prefer warmer temperatures when indoors, please bring a light-weight jacket or sweater. Force Majeure In the event MNA should find it necessary to cancel or postpone the 2013 MNA Annual Convention for any reason, including but not limited to, acts of nature or terrorism, low registration or other circumstances beyond MNA s control, then MNA s liability shall be limited to the refund of paid registration fees. Firearms/Weapons: Firearms are prohibited on the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center and the Beau Rivage Resort and Casino Premises. Session/Speaker Handouts In keeping with MNA s green policy, all available handouts will be posted to the MNA website. Download any handouts of interest to an electronic device. The handouts can be found on the MNA website under the LIBRARY menu in the 2013 Annual Convention folder ( Wi-Fi Zone Made available by MS Office of Nursing Workforce Registered attendees will have access to standard free Wi-Fi network that can be accessed from your personal computer or PDA like device which has a Wi-Fi mode within the MNA Convention designated areas of the Convention Center. If you have any problems accessing the Wi-Fi network, please call (251) Children Infants and children are not allowed in convention sessions. Infants and children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the exhibit hall. Regulations are due to safety concerns, audio recording and maintaining an appropriate learning environment. Tuesday, October 22, 2013 Beau Rivage Resort 12:00 noon - 3:00 p.m. Registration 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Pre-convention Session Wednesday, October 23, :30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. Opening Session 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. House of Delegates 9:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 12:00 noon - 2:00 p.m. Keynote Luncheon 2:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. House of Delegates 2:15 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. UMMC Alumni Reception Thursday, October 24, :30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Registration 7:00 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. District Presidents Breakfast 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions 12:00 noon - 1:15 p.m. Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon 12:00 noon - 1:15 p.m. General Luncheon 1:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Research Round Table Discussion 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Captain Pete Dinner Cruise Friday, October 25, :00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. Registration 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Continental Breakfast 7:45 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. General Session 7:45 a.m. - 12:00 noon Concurrent Sessions 12:15 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. APRN Luncheon 1:30 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Controlled Substances Update 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (2) APRN Incredible Dinners 3

4 Convention Registration How to Register Online Registration: To register on-line, please visit our website at Information for the 2013 MNA Annual Convention is housed in two locations: (1) under News From MNA, and (2) under the EVENTS menu. Online registration requires a credit card payment. MNA accepts VISA and MasterCard. Note: If you do not receive a receipt via within two (2) business days of submitting your online payment, please notify Deborah Norman at dnorman@msnurses.org. Mail/Fax Registration: Download the 2013 MNA Annual Convention Registration Form. Complete the Registration Form and mail or fax the form with all required information with payment included to: On-Site Registration: Registration Policies Late Registration: Mississippi Nurses Association 31 Woodgreen Place Jackson, MS Fax: (601) On-site registration will be available each day of the convention Tuesday, October 22 Friday, October 25. Registration will begin at noon on Tuesday at the Beau Rivage Resort, Convention Area and 7:30 a.m. Wednesday through Friday at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum and Convention Center. There will be a $50.00 fee assessed to all on-site registrations. Registrations postmarked or received between Friday, September 27 and Friday, October 4 will be assessed an additional $35.00 as a late registration fee. On-line, mailed or faxed registrations will not be accepted by the MNA office after Thursday, October 4. After October 4, additional registrations are encouraged, but must occur on-site. Cancellation/Refunds: Refunds shall be granted, according to the following: a. Refund requests must be made in writing b. A full refund will be granted before September 28 c. After September 28 and before October 5, refunds will be granted less a $25 processing fee d. No refunds will be granted after October 4, but a prepaid registrant may send a substitute. Returned Checks: Special Dietary Needs An administrative fee of $35 will be charged for all checks returned to MNA for insufficient funds. mna@msnurses.org or dnorman@msnurses.org For special dietary needs, please contact the MNA office by September 27, Registration Fees Overview Pre-Convention Session MNA Member... $90.00 Non-Member... $ Convention Basic Registration (Wed. - Fri.) MNA Member... $ Non-Member... $ Join/Register Option... $ Join/Register Option (AP)... $ Retired RN... $ Advanced Practice Nurses Fall Conference (Fri.) With Basic Registration... $ Workshop Only (Member)... $ Workshop Only... $ Student Member Workshop Only... $ Non-Member Special AP Nurses Workshops (Must attend Fall Conference on Friday) Joint Injection Workshop... $ Suturing Workshop...$ Controlled Substances Update... $50.00 One Day Only Registration Wednesday or Thursday MNA Member... $ Non-Member... $ One Day Only Registration Friday MNA Member... $95.00 Non-Member... $ For complete registration information, please refer to the registration form. Registration Questions: Phone: (601) from 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, or dnorman@msnurses.org 4

5 Continuing Education Sessions Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center 2350 Beach Boulevard Biloxi, MS Phone: (228) All convention sessions, workshops, & luncheons will be held at the Mississippi Coast Coliseum & Convention Center Oct , 2013 Pre-Convention Special Note: Pre-Convention session is held in the convention area (2nd floor) of the Beau Rivage Resort. The convention area is located at the top of the escalators in the casino. CE Session Disclosures: (1) Content presented reflects the knowledge and opinion(s) of the presenters and does not necessarily reflect the positions and views of MNA. (2) Although every effort has been made to finalize presenters and their presentations, please note that all presenters and/or presentations are subject to change. A special thanks... to the Mississippi Nurses Foundation for sponsoring the pre-convention session: The Use of Motivational Interviewing with Tobacco Users in the Healthcare Setting. Funded by the Mississippi Department of Health, Office of Tobacco Control Rosalyn Howard MNF Executive Director 2013 MNA Convention Guest Speakers Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon Speaker Ann Scott Blouin, RN, PhD, FACHE Dr. Ann Scott Blouin is the Executive Vice President of Customer Relations at the Joint Commission. In this position, Dr. Blouin focuses on building and strengthening external customer and stakeholder relationships, primarily in the hospital market. Dr. Blouin will discuss how leaders can engage staff in learning and applying quality and safety principles and tools. Dr. Blouin has published and taught extensively on topics focused on health care and nursing administration. She currently serves on the National Patient Safety Foundation Board of Directors and as an editorial advisor for the Journal of Nursing Administration and Journal of Biotechnology in Healthcare. You don t want to miss this great presentation sponsored by Omicron Lambda Chapter of Sigma Theta Tau with Mississippi College School of Nursing. General Luncheon Speaker Martin Willoughby EVP & COO of Butler Snow Advisory Martin Willoughby is a Principal with Butler Snow Advisory Services, and he leads the firm s coaching and training division. During the past 24 years, Martin has been an equal-parts business consultant, attorney, and entrepreneur with a passion for helping individuals, teams, and organizations reach their full potential. His book, ZOOM Entrepreneur (Barringer Publishing, 2011) has received high praise as an orderly playbook on how an entrepreneur should develop a business from a personality inventory and self-assessment to the execution of a business plan. Martin is also an accomplished public speaker and author, routinely contributing columns to business and technology publications, including the Mississippi Business Journal and Pointe Innovation. Please join Martin as he presents Great by Choice: Choosing a Path of Excellence. 5

6 Continuing Education Sessions Keynote Luncheon Speaker We are thrilled to announce that nationally recognized professional trainer and prevention specialist, Marc Fomby, will be our keynote speaker on Wednesday. Marc has been conducting training sessions throughout the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands for over 20 years. Marc will entertain you while informing you with his creative techniques. You can expect to be inspired by his passion for sharing information and his obvious desire to increase knowledge of those who participate. You don t want to miss Marc s Fighting Winged Monkeys: Staying Focused On Your Purpose keynote address! Marc Fomby Fighting Winged Monkeys: Staying Focused on Your Purpose General Session Speaker Two Careers. One Passion....developing star performers! Whether turning around a languishing senior's housing project or training exotic animals for theme park shows, Dan Stockdale has one passion... developing star performers! Dan Stockdale Leadership Gone Wild: Taming the Tigers in Your Jungle Dan Stockdale is an author, leadership speaker, and consultant who coalesces the 'wild side of business' and the 'wild side of nature.' His focus? Teaching others how to apply the principles of natural behavior to achieving extraordinary results within their organizations. As a leader he has guided organizations with over 1,000 employees in such diverse industries as senior's housing, health care, real estate, adult education, technology and concert promotion. As a behaviorist he has trained differing species from bald eagles to tigers to grizzly bears. Dan has appeared on Fox News, CNN Headline News, Fox Business Channel and many others. 6

7 Continuing Education Sessions Tuesday, October 22, :30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Pre-Convention Session (3.5 c/h) The Use of Motivational Interviewing with Tobacco Users in the Healthcare Setting with Monica Sutton, PhD This presentation will define motivation and motivational interviewing, its relevance, and identify types of evidenced based intervention strategies for tobacco use and dependence. Wednesday, October 23, 2013 GENERAL CONVENTION 9:00 a.m. 10:15 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.25 c/h) Games Children Play Trends in Youth Behavior with Marc Fomby In this session the participants will identify risk factors relative to suicide awareness and explore prevention and intervention strategies. Hunting for Ways to Cope with Younger-Onset Alzheimer s Disease with Sara Murphy, BS, & Stan McCarver, MA This session will explain the difference between normal age-related changes versus problematic (AD) changes, identify steps for a diagnosis of AD, and identify specific coping techniques for living in the early stages of AD. Nursing Leadership for the Career: Exploring the Nurse s Transition into Practice with Lanelle Weems, BSN, MSN & Debbie Logan, MHA, RN This session will discuss various transitions to practice models which are best practices. 10:30 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.25 c/h) Sugar and Spice, but not so Nice Female Adolescent Issues with Sharon Sims, BSM In this session you will discuss how female adolescent thoughts, impulses, and feelings have been amplified due to added stressors experienced by today s female adolescents and how to help adolescents cope. Get Connected: Finding Spirituality in Nursing with Jill Olsen, MSN, RN, CNE This session will empower nurses with knowledge and skills to incorporate the spiritual needs into the art of nursing in practice and in self-care. Science & Art of Caring for the Whole Person: Healing Touch Current Practice Innovation with Suzie Foote, RN & Mary J. Frost, RN, BSN, HNB-BC This session will explore and encourage Holistic Nursing Practices with a focus on the Healing Touch modality. 12:00 noon 2:00 p.m. Keynote Luncheon (1.5 c/h) Fighting Winged Monkey: Staying Focused on Your Purpose with Marc Fomby The presenter will entertain you while informing you with his creative techniques. 2:15 p.m 3:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.25 c/h) Novel Strategies for Addressing Health Disparities in Mississippi with Michael Jones, BSN This session will explain academic, faith-based, and community-based partnerships to address health disparities (Community Health Advocate Program). Lifelong Learning Through Academic Credentials in Nursing with Barbara Boss, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC, ANP-BC In this session, Dr. Boss will discuss AACN s Essential Clinical Resources for Nursing s Academic Mission and how it provides direction for the preparation of professional nurses in Mississippi into the 21st century. End of Life Issues with Betty Sylvest, DNS, RN, CNE This session will give options to professional and family caregivers for providing patients a dignified death. 3:45 p.m 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.25 c/h) It s All About You: Wellness Revisited with Donna Scoggin, PhD, RN This session will provide an overview of the dimensions of wellness and guide the participants toward a renewed emphasis on wellness promotion. Beyond the Classroom: Service Learning with Tammy Dempsey, MSW & La Donna Northington, DNS This session will communicate the value of service learning in nursing education. Transition of Care: InterACT Program? with Mary Helen Conner, BSN, MPH, MCHES This session will update and educate nurses and nurse practitioners on working together to reduce 30-day acute care readmissions through quality improvement and evidenced based interventions. 7

8 Continuing Education Sessions Thursday, October 24, :00 a.m. 9:00 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Health & Safety Issues for Nurses in the Workplace with Lynn Chilton, SSN, MSN This session will discuss health and safety issues identified by nurses in the workplace. Detecting Texting Misconduct: Cyberbullying & Sexting with Jay Houston In this session, Jay will define Cyberbullying its Mississippi laws and penalties & explain sexting its consequences and how to respond to this behavior. Pharmacology of Diabetes Management with Annette Hess, PhD, CRNP, FNP-BC This session will discuss current algorithms for the pharmacologic treatment of type 1 and 2 diabetes, and explore the relative risks and benefits of recent and future diabetes medications. SANE Nurse Presenter: TBA 12:00 noon 1:15 p.m. Sigma Theta Tau Luncheon (1.0 c/h) Building a Patient Care Team Focused on Quality and Safety with Ann Scott Blouin, RN, PhD, FACHE The presenter will discuss how leaders can engage staff in learning and applying quality and safety principles and tools. 12:00 noon 1:15 p.m. General Luncheon (1.0 c/h) Great by Choice: Choosing a Path of Excellence with Martin Willoughby, BA, JD speaker sponsored by Hurst Review The presenter will discuss the core skills necessary to be more effective in business and life. 1:30 p.m 2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) ACLS Preparation: Exploring Basic EKG Skills with Betty Sylvest, DNS, RN, CNE The session will provide a general knowledge base for basic EKG interpretation. TeamSTEPPS: Relationship Based Care with Amber Arnold, DNP, & Skye Stoker, BSN The presenters will discuss the implementation of team trainy and relationship-based care in an emergency department. Shared Medical Appointments: A Novel Approach to Management of Hypertension in Primary Care with Sheila Phillips, BSN, Clinical Nurses Leader In this session, the presenter will identify the importance of health coaching to enhance patient self-management skills and introduce health coaching tools in a shared medical appointment setting. 1:30 p.m 3:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (2.0 c/h) Professional Interviewing Skills Get the Job You Want with Curnis Upkins, BS Mr. Upkins will provide participants with insight on how to prepare for and perform during a job interview in order to secure a desired position. 2:45 p.m 3:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) ACLS Preparation: Identify that Rhythm with Jamie Shedden, MSN, ACNP-BC The participants will have the opportunity to recognize the abnormal cardiac rhythms seen in ACLS and gain active skills in ACLS rhythm recognition and management. Interprofessional Rural School Based Health Centers in MS with Anne Norwood, PhD, FNP-BC, & Lisa Haney, PhD, RN, CFNP The learner will be introduced to Inter-professional Rural Health Care in a School-Based Health Care Arena. How Medications Affect Obesity with Stan Owen, MD This session will explain metabolism and inflammation, how food affects metabolism, and how to prescribe medications in individual cases. 4:00 p.m 5:00 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Management of Pediatric Emergencies with Chris Collado, MSN, PNP-BC The presenter will familiarize the participants with assessment and recognition of common pediatric emergencies and their treatments (e.g. respiratory distress and failure; dehydration and shock). Court is in Session: Defending the Medical Records Documentation with Diane Blanchard, PhD, RN, MS, CNS; Robbin Mulina, MSN, RN: & Eleanor Parrish, APRN, FNP-C The presenters will define the Nursing Standard of Care for Medical Record Documentation and give the participants insight into a courtroom scene demonstrating common documentation errors. CKD Screening in Primary Care with Ty Walton, MSN-FNPC This session will explore the awareness of chronic kidney disease in high-risk individuals. Research Round Table Discussion (Former Poster Session) We ve taken this session out of the hall, given it a room of its own and added an Irish flare to celebrate our upcoming Shades of Ireland tour scheduled March 16-25,

9 Continuing Education Sessions Friday, October 25, 2013 APRN FALL CONFERENCE 7:45 a.m. 9:15 a.m. General Session (1.5 c/h) Leadership Gone Wild: Taming the Tigers in Your Jungle with Dan Stockdale, MA, CNHA, CALA This author, conservationist, leadership speaker, and consultant who coalesces the wild side of business and the wild side of nature, will focus on how to apply the principles of natural behavior to achieving extraordinary results within their organizations. 9:30 a.m. 12:00 noon Session (2.5 c/h) What Now: The NP s Guide to Preconception, Pregnancy, & Complications with Heather Murphy, MSN; Cathy Williamson, CNM, MSN; & Victoria Burslem, MSN, CNM The presenters will inform primary care providers of the current recommendations regarding preconception care and pregnancy. 9:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Session (2.0 c/h) Joint Injections Skills with Mary Atkinson Smith, DNP, FNP-BC & Todd Smith, MD This hands-on shoulder and knee joint injection workshop will consist of a didactic portion that discusses indications, contraindications, pharmacological principles, injection technique and knee joint aspiration. The hands-on portion will involve the utilization of synthetic knee and shoulder models. 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Management of Pediatric Emergencies with Chris Collado, MSN, PNP-BC The presenter will familiarize the participants with assessment and recognition of common pediatric emergencies and their treatments (e.g. respiratory distress and failure, dehydration and shock). A Beautiful Mind: Evidenced Based Practice with Diane Blanchard, PhD, RN, MS, CNS; Robbin Mulina, MSN; & Eleanor Parrish, APRN, FNP-C The presenters will give an update on the current evidence based evaluation and management of the schizophrenic patient. Controlling the Silent Killer: Hypertension with Sherrill Evans, PhD, MSN, FNP Participants wil identify options to decrease blood pressure to reach blood pressure goal. Lab Interpretation Tentative program presenter TBA 11:00 a.m. 12:00 noon Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Autism in Mississippi with Kimberly Stringer, MD Participants will receive an update of a new diagnostic definition, symptoms, evidence-based treatments and services provided in Mississippi. How to Determine YOUR Fit: Nurses Placement Questionnaire A New Tool to Predict Nurse Role Fit with Wanda Jones, RN In this session, the presenter will discuss a new tool to assess the actual fit of an individual nurse in a specific role or job. Pharmacology of Diabetes Management with Annette Hess, PhD, CRNP, FNP-BC This session will discuss diabetic medication treatment regimens by discussing current algorithms for the pharmacologic treatment of type 1 and 2 diabetes, and explore the relative risks and benefits of recent and future diabetes medications. Aesthetic Achievements with Michele McLeod, RN,MSN, FNP-BC The presentation will provide an overview of the current practices in aesthetic care and will provide information on the education needed to effectively practice. 12:15 noon 1:30 p.m. APRN Luncheon (1.0 c/h) Looking Back, Leaping Forward - Our Year-In Review with Linda Sullivan, RN, DSN, FNP/PNP, and Teresa Malone, MNA Executive Director The presenters will provide an overview of the past year s activities and discuss future endeavors to support APRNs. 1:30 p.m 2:30 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Hunting for the Right Words: Seeking the Terms to Diagnose Your Latino Patient with Denise Gipson, MSN This session will teach communication skills and basic terminology for treating the Latino patient. PAP Tests: When to Repeat & When to Refer with Jenny Lamb, MSN This session will discuss updated PAP Test guidelines. Affordable Care Act: How It Impacts You with Robert Williams & Maris Cooper, MS Department of Insurance The presenters will introduce and/or clarify the aspects of the Affordable Care Act and its effect on healthcare in Mississippi. Genomics and Medicine-The Future is "Us" with Lessa Phillips, MD, MPH The Human Genome Project will be presented, as well as pharmacogenomics and how new gene based discoveries will improve our patients health and well being. 9

10 Continuing Education Sessions Friday, October 25, 2013 APRN FALL CONFERENCE 1:30 p.m 3:00 p.m. Session (1.5 c/h) Suturing Skills (Limit: 30 participants) with Dallas Rodgers, MSN, FNP & John Scallions, MSN, FNP-BC This session will demonstrate appropriate procedures for closing open wounds and allow handson practice in suturing technique. 2:45 p.m 3:45 p.m. Concurrent Sessions (1.0 c/h) Keeping it all Together: Patient Centered Medical Home and/or Resilience during Trauma & Grief with Rebecca Cagle, DSN This session will provide an overview of Patient Centered Medical Home certification criteria and the process used to develop teams and processes. 1:30 p.m 3:30 p.m. Session (2.0 c/h) Post Bariatric Long Term Care with Alison Johnson, MSN This session will provide an overweight and obesity assessment and a classification evaluation and treatment strategy along with other techniques and therapies. Oh My Aching Head: Diagnosis & Primary Treatment of Primary Headaches with Christina Treppendahl, RN, MSN, FNP-BC This session will provide proper diagnosis and treatment of primary, migraine, tension type, and occipital neuralgia and cervicogenic headaches. Examination and Evaluation of the Diabetic Foot with Mary A. Cook, DPM The presenter will provide current guidelines for a comprehensive diabetic foot exam. Participants will have the opportunity to learn and practice exam skills. (This program may possibly request audience volunteers.) 4:00 p.m 6:00 p.m. Session (2.0 c/h) The Captain Knows All: Controlled Substances, Focus on Illicit Drugs with Jimmie Nichols, Captain, MS Bureau of Narcotics The purpose of this session is to review the use of controlled substances with the APRN, and provide information on current drug trends in Mississippi. Captain Jimmie D. Nichols, Jr. Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics Captain Jimmie Nichols has over 25 years in law enforcement including service as a city patrolman, investigator, undercover agent and Director of Training for the Mississippi Bureau of Narcotics (MBN) that enables him to provide a unique and personal perspective on the illicit drug trends in Mississippi. His experience in coordinating drug roundups and undercover operations with state, federal and local agencies has provided Captain Nichols a distinctive understanding of illicit drugs in Mississippi. As Director of Training for MBN, Captain Nichols is responsible for overseeing all training for MBN personnel. He also conducts training for other agencies including the Mississippi Department of Corrections, Mississippi Highway Patrol, Mississippi Association of Gang Investigators (MAGI) and numerous police and sheriff departments. Captain Nichols teaches current drug trends and basic drug identification at the Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Academy and Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries and Parks Law Enforcement Cadet Schools. During his work in undercover operations, Captain Nichols worked closely with numerous federal and state agencies including the United States Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), United States Customs Service (USCS), Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (BATF), United States Air Force Office of Special Investigation (OSI), Mississippi Highway Safety Patrol Bureau of Investigation, and Attorney General s Office, just to name a few. Captain Nichols will provide an insightful look at the illicit drug trends facing the providers and citizens of Mississippi. NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner Course Register for Saturday, October 26, 2013 at the Beau Rivage Resort. Do you conduct DOT FMCSA exams? This 9-hour training course prepares medical examiners to perform DOT/CDL driver examinations following the mandatory Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) training curriculum modules. The course content will include topics on regulations and guidelines and will prepare the medical examiner (ME) for the required national certification examination. The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) is a new FMCSA program that requires MEs to complete a training course and successfully pass the certification exam before May 21, MNA is offering this course in Biloxi at the Beau Rivage Resort. For more information regarding the registration for this class, please visit the MNA website at under the EVENTS menu. Separation registration is required for this 10 course. Additional course locations include: Cleveland, Hattiesburg, Madison, & Tupelo.

11 NEW! Research R Round Table Thursday, October 24, :00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Former Poster Session) The MNA Research Council will host a round table forum to showcase the research posters. We have given our poster session a room of its own and added an Irish flare to celebrate MNA s upcoming Shades of Ireland tour scheduled for March 16-25, This format will allow for informal conversations about current innovative, research projects relevant for registered nurses in various roles and settings, but also keep you moving so you don t miss a thing! We were on the look-out for submissions describing unique innovations or research projects in the areas of professional nursing, and we had great success! Topics range from School-Based Health Care to Mortality Surveillance in Mississippi. In addition to the educational opportunities, you will receive a special passport to the Shades of Ireland adventure as you visit Irish locales (like Dublin and Kilkenny) while learning about ongoing studies. MNA is serving light refreshments to all who attend! Be sure to have your badge scanned at the door to receive contact hours for this unique session. Come and support your colleagues in this new venue! APRN INCREDIBLE DINNER APRN INCREDIBLE DINNER Friday October 25, :00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Friday October 25, :00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Mary Mahoney s Restaurant Sponsored by AbbVie Pharmaceuticals (limited seating) Call MNA to make a reservation. (601) Restaurant TBA Sponsored by Amgen Scientific Affairs, Metabolic Bone (limited seating) Call MNA to make a reservation. (601)

12 Captain Pete Dinner Cruise Crusin Camo Style This year s Crusin Camo Style on the Captain Pete will be an event to remember! We re talking all-out camo attire with a door prize for the most unique camo costume. This will be a laid back evening of food, fun, and fantastic music! Pick out your favorite karaoke song and get ready to sing y all. Be sure to purchase a ticket for yourself and a friend when you register for the convention! Guests over the age of 21 are welcome! Seating is limited to 125 passengers. Boarding for the cruise is at 6:00 p.m., Thursday, October 24th; launch at 6:30. Get your camo ready let s go Cruisin!! Captain Pete is located at the Gulfport Harbor, rd Avenue, Gulfport, MS 3950, (228) Captain Pete Special Thanks... to the Provider Unit Committee and the Convention Planning Committee for working so diligently to make our 2013 Annual Convention the best ever! Provider Unit Committee Director, Council on Nursing Education Deloris Slade, FNP-BC Chairperson Marilyn Ellis, MSN, ANP-BC Members: Sheila Adams, RN, MSN, EdD Diane Blanchard, PhD-CNS Janie Butts, DSN, RN Latia Butts, CFNP Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC Jan Cooper, PhD, RN Mary Helen Connor, BSN, MPH, MCHES Rowena Elliott, PhD, RN, CNN-BC, CNE Tamara Ford, RN Bonnie Harbough, RN, PhD Addie Herrod, RN, BSN LaWanda Herron, RN, BSN Bettye Logan, RN, MSN, CFNP Cynthia Luther, RN, DSN, FNP Deb Miranda, RNC-OB, MSN, PhD LaDonna Northington, DNS, RN, BC Linda Sullivan, RN, BC, DSN, FNP/PNP Betty Sylvest, DNS, RN, CNE Convention Planning Committee Director, Council on Organizational Affairs Amy Forsythe, BSN, MSN, NP-C Chairperson Teresa Stanford, RN, FNP, DNP Members: Darlenia Andrews, DNP, FNP-BC Michelle Atkinson, RN, BSN Bess Blackwell, RN, BSN, MSN Sandra Coleman, RN Mary Crump, RN Cynthia Dean, RN, NP Charlene Gray, RN, MSN Janis Howell, RN Sarah Howell, RN, MSN Alicia Ishee, BSN Pamela Lee, BSN, RN-BC Alice Messer, RN, BSN Mary Scott, RN Linda Sullivan, RN, DSN, FNP/PNP Jan Todd, RN, MSN, FNP 12

13 MNA Board of Directors: Running for Office The House of Delegates for the 102nd Mississippi Nurses Association Convention will elect two board officers, two Council Directors and three members of the Committee on Nominations during the one-day session, Wednesday, October 23rd. The delegates will elect the President, Vice President, and Directors for the Council on Nursing Education and Organizational Affairs. Five candidates have declared for MNA Board positions and two candidates have declared for the Committee on Nominations. Nominations may also be made from the floor. These Board positions shall each serve a term of office for two years except for the position of Vice President. According to Proviso 3 of the 2012 MNA Bylaws revision, the position of Vice President shall be elected for one year in He/she will assume the duties of the elected position at the close of the annual meeting. Candidates Running for Office President Jennifer Hitt BSN, MSN, PhD(c), NLN-CNE District 31 Director, Council on Nursing Education Lisa Deloris Slade BSN, MSN, FNP-BC District 7 Director, Council on Organizational Affairs Amber Arnold BSN, MSN, DNP District 13 Vice President Debra Allen RN, MSN District 21 Committee on Nominations James Dale Heard BSN, MSN, DNP District 2 Vice President Dallas Rodgers BSN, MSN, FNP District 23 Committee on Nominations Tyrongilia Walton RN, BSN, MSN, FNPC District 31 13

14 MNA Board of Directors: Running for Office Duties of Officers Officers shall assume duties usually performed by such officers and as defined by these bylaws or by the Board. President: Chairperson of the House of Delegates. Representative of this association to the ANA Membership Assembly. An ex-officio member of all councils and committees except the Committee on Nominations. Vice President: Assumes all duties of the president in the president s absence. Chairs the Committee on Membership. Director, Council on Nursing Education: Shall be concerned with advancing the profession of nursing through activities which relate to: Responsibility for nursing education. Social, scientific and educational changes in health needs and practices. Federal and state legislation and government policy in the field of education. The standing committee shall be the Continuing Education Committee. Membership shall consist of members in accordance with criteria of the American Nurses Credentialing Center and come from various geographic locations and practice settings in the state. Director, Council on Organizational Affairs: Shall be concerned with internal functions of MNA through activities which relate to the growth and maintenance of the association. The standing committees of the Council shall be: Bylaws, Policies and Resolutions. Convention Planning. Awards and Recognition. Committee on Nominations: There shall be a Committee on Nominations consisting of five members, three members who shall be elected as provided for in the bylaws, and two members appointed by the Board of Directors. The member receiving the highest number of votes in the election will be the chairperson. The Committee on Nominations is responsible for: Requesting names of candidates for elective offices of MNA from association structural units and DNAs. Preparing a ballot of nominees for each office to be filled. University of Mississippi Alumni Chapter University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing Alumni Reception The University of Mississippi Nursing Alumni Chapter and Kim W. Hoover, PhD, RN Dean, School of Nursing at the University of Mississippi Medical Center invites you to the Nursing Alumni and Friends Reception during the Mississippi Nurses Association Annual Convention. Wednesday, October 23, :30 7:00 p.m. The Redding House Biloxi, MS Please reply if attending to sjkelly@umc.edu Or call us at or

15 2013 Annual Convention Sponsorships WI-FI SPONSOR RESEARCH ANALYSIS SOLUTIONS The Mississippi Office of Nursing Workforce (ONW) exists to provide research, analysis and collaborative solutions to support a dynamic nursing workforce in meeting the healthcare needs of Mississippians. To learn more about ONW, visit our website MOBILE APP SPONSOR BOARD OF NURSING TOTE BAG SPONSOR 15

16 2013 Annual Convention Platinum Sponsorships United Healthcare Is the largest Medicaid managed care company in the United States and we help low-income adults, children and those with disabilities get access to quality, personalized health care benefits and services. We manage the Mississippi Coordinated Access Network (MississippiCAN) and the CHIP program with our primary focus on mothers, children, low income individuals and families, and people with longterm care needs and disabilities.unitedhealthcare is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives, and we support your efforts of doing the same. Helping People Live Healthier Lives The University of Southern Mississipi College of Nursing Southern Miss College of Nursing: Breaking New Ground, Transforming Health Care By providing accessible and innovative higher education, Southern Miss is preparing leaders critical for implementation of health care delivery through research, teaching, and community partnerships. Check out our website for program offerings at University of Mississippi Medical Center School of Nursing Mississippi s flagship nursing school, The University of Mississippi School of Nursing offers bachelor s, master s, and doctoral programs. To learn more about the School of Nursing, located on the state s only academic health science campus, and its flexible, accessible and achievable programs, visit 16

17 2013 Annual Convention Platinum Sponsorships South MS Surgical Weight Loss Center Our practice and treatment program have been designed with the utmost care and precision to ensure that we provide an effective, comprehensive approach to your surgical weight loss needs Camelia Home Health and Hospice Camellia Home Health and Hospice is a Medicare certified, state licensed provider of quality home health and hospice services. Headquartered in Hattiesburg, MS, Camellia has 21 home health and 13 hospice offices located throughout the Southeastern United States. Mississippi Vein Institute The Mississippi Vein Institute is a premiere center for the diagnosis and minimally invasive treatment of venous disorders. The Mississippi Vein Institute was founded in July 2008 to provide patients with the latest in diagnostic tools and treatment options for spider veins, varicose veins, venous ulcerations and unsightly hand veins. We provide comprehensive diagnostic evaluation and treatment for: Varicose Veins, Spider Veins, and Venous Ulcers etc. We also provide several aesthetic procedures including Botox and dermal fillers. Visit our website at: Humana You want to live a full life. Humana will partner with you to make it happen. Mississippi can count on us to help you and the people you care about live healthier lives, and to be your best. If it s important to you, it s important to us. Learn more at Humana.com. 17

18 2013 Annual Convention Diamond Sponsorships Forrest General Hospital Forrest General is a 512-bed facility located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, that provides regional health services to a 19-county area. Generations of Pine Belt residents have counted on Forrest General, and today's generations continue to rely on the comprehensive care offered through the hospital's constantly expanding range of healthcare services. Mississippi College Mississippi College offers online health care degree tracks. RN-to-BSN, for nurses seeking a bachelor s degree with flexible course scheduling and clinical experience. MHSA, offers the knowledge-based edge needed for today s health care administration careers. Call for more info. THE CURE FOR COMMON SCRUBS Deaconess HomeCare Since 1969, Deaconess HomeCare has offered both experience and commitment to providing quality services that enhance the well-being of the patients we serve. Deaconess HomeCare ranks among the 10 largest home health providers in the nation; providing skilled home health services that include nursing, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, medical social work and home health aide services. Contact us today to find out more! Simply Uniforms Simply Uniforms has the Cure for Common Scrubs. We have 27 years of experience in uniform apparel. Let us find uniforms that match the professional look, fit and feel of your work style. Custom Logos are welcome. 18

19 2013 Annual Convention Diamond Sponsorships Memorial Hospital of Gulfport Memorial Hospital at Gulfport is proud to sponsor MNA. Memorial serves the Mississippi Gulf Coast and offers a wide spectrum of positions from entry-level to highly specialized. To learn more, visit us online at or call River Oaks Health Systems At River Oaks Health Systems, we are five great hospitals with one single focus - providing the best care possible to our patients. River Oaks Health Systems includes River Oaks Hospital Flowood, Central Mississippi Medical Center, River Oaks Medical Center Madison, Woman s Hospital, and River Oaks Hospital Crossgates. Edward Jones Edward Jones works only with individual investors, so they have built their entire business around meeting your needs. This includes everything from where their offices are located to how they recommend you invest your money. Please visit our website at: Mississippi Nurses Association The Mississippi Nurses Association thanks all the sponsors for their generous support to the nurses of Mississippi. Our nurses have always had a critical, important role in the healthcare of the citizens of Mississippi and will continue to do so in the future. Thank you! 19

20 Hotel Accommodations Beau Rivage Resort and Casino 875 Beach Boulevard Biloxi, MS Website: For Reservations: 1 (888) Hotel Accommodations Beau Rivage Resort and Casino reservations can be made using the following link. If the link does not activate, please copy and paste the URL address into your internet browser. When making your reservations, please mention MNA. The cut-off date for the special reservation rate is September 20, Single/Double Rate: Mon. - Wed.: $129 plus tax and applicable fees based on availability Thurs. Fri.: $149 plus tax and applicable fees based on availability Sat.: $189 plus tax and applicable fees based on availability The Gulf Coast s Premier Resort! Southern hospitality and world-class amenities come together at the Beau Rivage. The 1740 elegantly appointed guest rooms and suites offer panoramic views of the Gulf Coast or the back bay. The Beau offers distinctive dining, superstar entertainment, spa and salon pampering, and an opportunity to enjoy a refreshing smoothie, chilled cocktail or light meal in a tropical pool atmosphere. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The Beau Rivage is responsible for complying with the public accommodation requirements of the ADA. If you have any questions, require special accommodations or auxiliary aid needs relating to a disability for your conference attendance, please ask for assistance when making your reservations. NRCME/FMCSA DOT Medical Examiner Course Register for Saturday, October 26, 2013 at the Beau Rivage Resort. Do you conduct DOT FMCSA exams? This 9-hour training course prepares medical examiners to perform DOT/CDL driver examinations following the mandatory Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) training curriculum modules. The course content will include topics on regulations and guidelines and will prepare the medical examiner (ME) for the required national certification examination. The National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME) is a new FMCSA program that requires MEs to complete a training course and successfully pass the certification exam before May 21, For more information regarding the registration for this class, please visit the MNA website at under the EVENTS menu. Separate registration is required for this course at under Full Calendar. 20