Event Summary
The physical, psychological, social, spiritual and moral impacts of our complex work environment can be debilitating, ultimately affecting patient outcomes. However, evidence shows that by taking an active role in creating a better, more supportive work environment, nurses can enhance their own well-being and that of their colleagues. But where do you start?
AACN’s “Nurses Leading Change for Well-Being” live virtual course provides knowledge and strategies to help nurses in all roles generate workplace change focused on the art of leading yourself before leading others. This four-part, interactive online experience shares implementation science and well-being concepts to foster a renewed emphasis on self-worth, compassion and integrity through peer-to-peer connections.
Course Focus and Objectives
Participants will receive expert instruction, coaching and mentoring from experienced leadership faculty. The course provides experiential learning – including small group work – with faculty providing guidance and serving as a resource throughout. Course objectives include:
- Understanding and applying how to support well-being initiatives individually and on teams.
- Taking part in networking with nurse leaders and direct care nurses with similar goals.
- Collaborating on stewardship and project plans for implementation.
- Identifying strategies for designing and leading change that enhance the health of each nurse’s well-being in the workplace
What You Get:
- Four three-hour virtual workshops
- Expert coaching and consultation
- Small group breakout time
- Downloadable resources and toolkits
Registration and Fees
Registration will remain open until the first session begins on Sept. 26, unless the course sells out (75 participants maximum).
AACN member: $379 per person
Nonmember: $479 per person
Schedule
The course consists of four virtual sessions (three hours each), as well as independent learning on an online platform. All group sessions take place from 7-10 a.m. PT on the following days:
- Sept. 30
- Oct. 30
- Nov. 18
- Dec. 16
More Information
Access the FAQ for this course.
Presenters
Marian S Altman, PhD, RN, CNS-BC, CCRN
Marian Altman is a clinical practice specialist with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). She has over 41 years of experience as a critical care nurse, including 35 years as an advanced practice RN. Prior to working at AACN, Altman spent 29 years as a clinical nurse specialist for a large academic medical center/level I trauma center in the Southeastern U.S.
Debbie J Brinker, RN, MSN
Debbie Brinker is a clinical practice specialist with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). She is a past president of AACN, whose nursing career spans more than 40 years in clinical and leadership roles, primarily in Washington state. Brinker’s professional experience includes positions as leadership consultant, pediatric critical care clinical nurse specialist, nurse manager, supervisor, staff nurse and U.S. Air Force nurse.
Jennifer Haulmark, MHI, BSN, RN, CCRN
Jenny Haulmark is a clinical practice specialist with the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN). She has 20 years of experience in adult critical care in the Kansas City, Kansas area. Drawing on her expertise in change management strategy, innovation and implementation science, Haulmark is a passionate advocate for empowering direct care nurses to lead change and grow as professionals.
Stephanie Meyer, MSN, RN, FNP, NEA-BC
Stephanie Meyer is senior vice President and chief nursing officer at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Missouri. She has served as adjunct faculty for the University of Kansas and William Jewel College teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Meyer has presented at AACN's National Teaching Institute and Critical Care Exposition (NTI) and she is an expert on leadership.
Cynda Hylton Rushton, PhD, RN, FAAN
Cynda Rushton is the Anne and George L. Bunting Professor of Clinical Ethics and Professor of Nursing and Pediatrics at the Johns Hopkins University Berman Institute of Bioethics and Schools of Nursing & Medicine. She is an internationally recognized leader in nursing ethics, moral resilience and workforce issues and a long-time contributor to ground-breaking work on these topics.
