Air Exchange A Newsletter of the Rocky Mountain PeriAnesthesia Nurses Association Volume 31 Issue 1, Summer 2016 MISSION: The mission of Rocky Mountain PeriAnesthesia Nurses Association is to unite registered nurses in all phases of perianesthesia/periprocedural care through education, research, and standards of practice in order to promote quality care for patients, families, and the community... Inside this Issue President s Message 1 Region I Director Message and Board of Directors Listing Leadership Development District II Report 4 District IV Report 5 CPAN/CAPA 6-7 Education 8 Retreat in the Rockies 9 Evidence Based 10 Nominations 11 National Conference 12 Community Service 13 2 3 President s Message Dear RMPANA members. Wow! What a wonderful time we had at ASPAN S 35 th National Conference in Philadelphia. The theme was Renew Perianesthesia Passion: Inspire Excellence. The conference gave us an opportunity to network with peers, leaders, and experts from diverse geographic and healthcare arenas. How nice it was to meet girls from RMPANA, and new leaders from around Colorado and Wyoming, (cheesesteaks and soft pretzels were a bonus.) Katrina Bickerstaff is our new ASPAN President. Congratulations to Valerie Watkins ASPAN s new Secretary. Our new web site is up and running and our newsletter which will be published twice a year. Keep tuned into our website, rmpana.nursingnetwork.com. Don t miss new workshops and seminars being offered by our districts. It also provides the opportunity to contact other nurses and gives you informational information about RMPANA. Staying on track with our Strategic plan, we summited our gold leaf application this year, and will do so again next year. We will also be applying for Shining star next year. Please go to ASPAN s and ABPANC s web site to review what information is required for submitting the applications. RMPANA leaders, I will be asking you to submit information that is required for the application process. Keep in mind two important educational offerings. Leadership Development Institute (LDI) to be held in Covington Kentucky -September 16-18. RMPANA leaders are asked to participate. RMPANA does have scholarship monies put aside for this event. Retreat in the Rockies will be held in Winter Park this year October 6,7,8. What a lineup of speakers we have for this year s conference. Remember to register for the conference on the website. Thank you for all you do for RMPANA, Barbara Watts RN CPAN
2015-2016 RMPANA Board of Directors Officers and Committee Chairs President Barbara Watts RN CPAN VP/President Elect/Strategic Planning Sana Zamarripa BSN RN CPAN Past President/Nominating Marcia Keiser BSN, RN, CPAN ASPAN Region I Director Regina Hoefner-Notz MS RN CPAN CPN Secretary Sarah Derieg RN DNP CPAN CAPA Treasurer Heidi Childs RN Fundraising JoEtte Krissel RN, BSN, CAPA Historian Nancy O Malley MA, RN, CPAN, CAPA Education Sandra Olson RN Bylaws Policies and Procedures Sharon Sample RN, CPAN, CAPA Membership Tina Empey RN Newsletter Editor Sana Zamarripa BSN RN CPAN Marcia Keiser BSN RN CPAN Governmental Affairs Ranee Sours BSN RN CPAN Communication Open Historian Nancy O Malley RN MA CPAN CAPA Website Coordinator Lori Mulcare RN Diane McCue RN Evidence Based Practice Chair Gabrielle Ingalsbe MS RN CPAN Parliamentarian Lynda Marks RN, CAPA District Representative District I Sarah Cutright BSN RN CPAN District II Bridget Miller ADN RN CAPA District III Misty Russell RN District IV Marcia Keiser BSN RN CPAN Honorary BOD Lois Schick MN,MBA, RN, CPAN, CAPA Barbara Godden MHS, RN, CPAN, CAPA Myrna Mamaril MS, RN, CPAN, CAPA, FAAN Contact information for Board members PAGE 2 Message from ASPAN Region I Director Regina Hoefner-Notz MS, RN, CPAN, CPN ASPAN Region 1 Director A I R E XCHANG E It s hard to imagine that National Conference has come and gone again for another year. So much preparation, but beyond that, so much learning and of course, the socializing. It was so wonderful to see so many Region 1 members participating in this amazing experience. For those of you lucky enough to attend, I hope you took away new knowledge and great memories. Share your new information with your peers and encourage others to do the same. If you weren t able to attend this past year, know that you were missed and I hope you will consider participating in 2017. There are many things that I love about going to conference. The most important aspect of conference for me is having the opportunity to be filled up again. Our days are long and we are a caring profession. We care for patients, families, older nurses, younger nurses, student nurses and our peers. We then go home and care for partners, children, parents and friends. It s easy to see how our buckets continue to be emptied with very little coming in at times. But conference fills me. It reminds me why I love nursing, and especially, perianesthesia nursing. Be reflective and think of the one major reason you entered our sacred profession. If it s taking a few minutes to pin point this reason, you need your bucket refilled. We had so many opportunities to do this at conference. Our Immediate past president, Armi Holcomb inspired us to find passion in our practice. Our now President, Katrina Bickerstaff, encourages us to reach across all generations to discover the gifts we all have to share. Our newly revised strategic plan extends out to grow our professional organization, but that will require every one s participation to share this vision and actualize its message. Beyond all the amazing lectures that taught us physiology, best practices and new processes, we were inspired to be better nurses, better self-care takers, as well as recognizing the super hero in each of us. I feel filled. So plan on coming to Indianapolis next year. Go on line this summer to apply for scholarship to support making this a reality. But in the meantime, join in, share your gifts and reach your potential at your state level. We need everyone.
Leadership Development Institute 2016 September 16-18, 2016 Cincinnati Marriot at River Center Covington, Kentucky Register on aspan.org website Join Your Colleagues for ASPAN's 17 th LDI! The Leadership Development Institute (LDI) will be held at the Cincinnati Marriott at RiverCenter in Covington, Kentucky. Located on the Ohio River on the border of southwestern Ohio: cityscapes, river views, rolling hills, Cincy has a lot to offer. This weekend event is focused on providing innovative ideas for professional success so that you can build on your existing potential. In addition to reviewing the elements of managing a component, LDI will also assist emerging leaders in developing, enhancing, and celebrating their leadership and communication skills. ASPAN is committed to providing YOU, our frontline leaders, with the knowledge and skills for success. The content is based on feedback from past attendees, as well as hot topics impacting real-world component level challenges. Prepare to have an interactive exciting adventure as you network with other component leaders and establish critical peer relationships. Plan now to join both ASPAN and your peers from across the country for a collegial weekend developing leadership skills and strategies. You will leave Cincy energized to race back to your component to share all that you have learned. Thank you for all you do for ASPAN and the specialty of perianesthesia nursing. Regards,
PAGE 4 Bridget Miller RN CAPA District II, President Greetings from District #2! District #2 proudly held their annual Spring Educational workshop Essentials for PeriAnesthesia Nurses on Saturday, April 2, 2016. Although, there were a few last minute obstacles that had to be overcome in order to hold the workshop. For example, an unexpected change in venue needed to be made quickly to avoid cancellation of the workshop. With the change of venue came other unexpected details to organize in a timely manner, too. It was not an easy task to find space for 100 attendees that was suitable for speakers. But, the program committee pulled together and the day was a great success. Based upon the evaluations, attendees enjoyed and considered the day a great educational offering for the value. It was stated that overall it was an excellent workshop, speakers and the topics were awesome. Most felt attending will assist in caring for their patients and especially the legal presentation was invaluable. Also, the program committee gained constructive feedback for improvement of next year s event. District #2 is excited to plan the 2017 Spring Workshop, tentatively scheduled for Saturday, March 11, 2017, utilizing new ideas and implementing lessons learned from this year s workshop. We have already received some topic suggestions. The ground work has been started. Thank you to all RMPANA members who attended this Spring educational workshop and we look forward to seeing you next time. Your support is most appreciated. In addition, due to the success of this year s workshop, the District # 2 scholarship budget was amended. We are now offering three Retreat in the Rockies Oct 7-9, 2016 scholarships and two for the ASPAN Leadership Institute Sept 16-18, 2016. Please refer to the scholarship policy and criteria to submit your request. A copy of it was placed in the April 2 workshop folders and emailed previously to all RMPANA district #2 members. Finally, the summer meeting for district #2 is in the planning stage and information will be forwarded by email when the date and location are finalized. Bridget Miller, RN CAPA RMPANA District #2 President GIGI@themillers.com
District IV PAGE 5 Marcia Keiser BSN RN CPAN Hello from Northern Colorado It is my pleasure to be able to step in as the president for District IV. This district has had a strong leadership and has serve many perianesthesia nurses. I hope I can continue the success this district has seen. I would love to here from all my colleagues in the northern part of Colorado and those in southern Wyoming in regards to what type (webinars, meetings, virtual conversations) and what topics you would like this district to present. Education is power and provides our patients with the best evidenced based care we can deliver. Please contact me at any time in regards to your concerns, your needs and questions regarding perianesthesia nursing. The knowledge base of our membership is a very strong foundation. I look forward to hearing from you and serving as your representative for District IV. Just a reminder you do not need to be a member of ASPAN or RMPANA to attend any of our meetings, however being a member does have it benefits. Contact me either through the website or at Marcia.Keiser@alumni.purdue.edu
PAGE 6 Congratulations to the newly certified nurses!!!!!! CPAN s Denise Howard Adam Goss Elisabeth Meismer Stacy Shives Barbara Kummeth Celeste Harmon Linda Caswell Sharla Stamm Joanne Webster Sarah Shine April Martin Marjorie McGowen Linda Spada-Magill Rae Marshall Sara Adair James Norman Jennifer Henry Coreen Clover Mae Eichelberger Crystal Brauer Julie Zias Dana Belva Tamara Friend April Lewis CAPA s Nancy Ross Nicole Khazei Cheryl Becker Sherri Canada Audrey Myers Janelle Thomas Samantha Verhulst Julia Waters Kerri Smith Linda Caswell Angela Wells Kristi Cooper Judith Herb Jennifer Jessen Lorena Ballew A special congratulations to those nurse who became dual certified/recertified!!!! Becoming CERTIFIED The Fall registration is now open and will close September 6. The CPAN and CAPA examination will be administer October 3 November 25, 2016. Join an elite group of nursing peers who promote quality patient care. There are many helpful resources on the American Board of Perianesthesia Nursing Certification website, www.cpancapa.org Gather your peers and study together, find a coach to help from ABPANC. Register today on the website.
COLORADO WYOMING NEBRASKA DUAL 35 DUAL 2 DUAL 5 CAPA 142 CAPA 15 CAPA 27 CPAN 170 CPAN 16 CPAN 41 TOTAL 346 TOTAL 33 TOTAL 73 Join this group and be part of ABPANC s vision, Recognizing and respecting the unequal excellence in the mark of CPAN and CAPA credential, perianesthesia nurses will seek it, managers will require it, employers will support it and the public will demand it! CPAN / CAPA Study Tools from ABPANC ABPANC has a whole section of their website dedicated to providing study tools to help you prepare for the exam. Free resources include: Certification Candidate Handbook Test Blueprints Study Reference List 12-week Study Plan Study Question of the Week Study Tips Test Taking Strategies Webinar Conquering Test Anxiety Webinar Mind Mapping Study Guide Certification Coach Practice Exams Buy One Get One Free 100 questions for $50. Earn 3.67 contact hours. Free Study Guides and Reference Materials available at: www.cpancapa.org/resources/study-tools Contact ABPANC 475 Riverside Drive, 6 th Floor New York, NY 10115-0089 800-6ABPANC Fax: 212-367-4256 Email: abpanc@proexam.org
By Sandy Olson, Educational Chair RMPANA will host its 18th Retreat in the Rockies this coming October 7-9, 2016. This year it will be held at the Indian Peak Lodge at Snow Mountain Ranch in Winter Park. I urge you all to be watching your emails for information concerning this. It promises to be another informative weekend with excellent speakers. Once again we will have the complimentary chair massages Friday evening through Saturday morning. A special bonus is the massage therapists leave time in their schedules to be able to accommodate anyone who would like a longer massage. There will be lists with times available for all who are interested. I hope many of you have taken advantage of your district s offerings of education in the last few months. District 1, District 2, District 4 have all held excellent conferences. District 3 will offer Essentials for Perianesthesia Nurses on Saturday, August 6, 2016 in Grand Junction. It will be another excellent opportunity for continuing education and enjoying the company of fellow nurses. I urge you all to check out the RMPANA website and take time to roam around while you are there. It is wonderful to see so many perianesthesia nurses testing and obtaining CAPA or CPAN certification. I also am amazed by how many nurses are dual certified. Congratulations to all of you who are new CAPA s or CPAN s. It is a great accomplishment! Fall 2016 registration dates are July 11-September 6, 2016. The examination time frame is October 3- November 25, 2016. Start thinking now and register in July! I wish you all a safe and happy summer!
WHEN: October 7, 2016 at 3:30 pm MT Sunday October 9, 2016 at 11:30pm MT WHERE: Indian Peaks Lodge YMCA of the Rockies 1101 Co Rd 53 Granby, CO WHY: Designed to provide the perianesthesia nurse with the education related to current hot topics affecting perianesthesia nursing practice, the opioid crisis in America, medical-legal conflicts, anesthesia updates for managing pain for the perioperative patient, care of the patient having head/skull/or neck surgery, anesthesia for the elderly patient, the historical impact nurses have had on the surgical arena, perianesthesia nursing care if the orthopedic patient and adjusting to the different generations in today s workforce. Event offers 13.8 CEU credits HOW MUCH: Check the website for registration prices and accommodations. Early bird discounts are available!
EVIDENCE BASED PRACTICE Happy Summer! I hope you are all enjoying this hot weather! If you ve followed me on our past newsletters or on Facebook, you know that I like to find relevant evidenced based research outside of perianesthesia nursing. Our colleagues who publish for ASPAN do great work, but we can learn so much more and affect so many more patients if we utilize research from other disciplines as well. Let s break out of our silos! For this newsletter, I ve found an article that looks at mortality rates between Magnet and non-magnet hospitals. Interestingly enough, the research found that in comparing patients who had coronary artery bypass graft surgery, colectomy, or lower extremity bypass, the mortality rates were higher among non-magnet facilities than their Magnet counterparts. This doesn t necessarily mean that Magnet is better, though. The study also looked at hospitals who weren t Magnet at the beginning of their study and then looked at them again when they achieved their Magnet status. They found these hospitals mortality rates still didn t decrease just because they became Magnet. The study concluded that perhaps Magnet status has nothing to do with mortality rates, rather, it s the other way around. Magnet, perhaps, just recognizes excellent patient care, rather than contributes to it (Friese, Xia, Ghaferi, Birkmeyer, & Banerjee, M., 2015). I think this article also ties into the research done on mortality rates when you look at associates prepared nurses versus bachelor s prepared nurses. What do you think? I ve posted a link to the abstract of this article on our Facebook page. Please offer your feedback. It would be great to generate discussion. For more information, you can find the article by searching for the title, Hospitals In 'Magnet' Program Show Better Patient Outcomes On Mortality Measures Compared To Non -'Magnet' Hospitals or by following this link: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/ PMC4462174/ As always, if you re interested in what the literature shows on a particular topic, please reach out to me at gabrielle.ingalsbe@uchealth.org and I will do a literature search to hopefully help you find what you re looking for! Gabrielle Ingalsbe, MS, RN, CPAN
Elections are all around us, including new candidates for RMPANA s Vice President/President elect and Treasurer. I can guarantee our candidates are outstanding people. The candidate for VP/President elect is Audrey Cook and the Treasurer is Heidi Childs. Both ladies have serve RMPANA in leadership roles and have done outstanding jobs. Their skills and knowledge will continue to help RMPANA grow. Please read more about these two ladies on their CV s which will be attached to the voting ballot. As a reminder there will be room for write in candidates and the voting time to cast your vote will be limited.
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PAGE 13 Community Service Helping student nurses learn to draw blood, many of us were victims several times. It was worth it to get a chance to encourage these young students to consider perianesthesia nursing as their career. We all enjoyed the experience!! District II donates warm snuggly pajamas to Sweet Dreams Colorado. Sweet Dreams Colorado is a not-for-profit organization that delivers new pajamas and new books, twice a year (Summer and Winter) to the abused and abandoned children living in group homes and foster care. If you would like to help Sweet Dreams or learn more about the program, visit Sweetdreamscolorado.com