WNA APRN Forum…
your professional voice!
The WNA Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) Forum is a mutual interest group of the Wisconsin Nurses Association that
advocates for Nurse Practitioners, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists. Areas
of focus include:
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Educating employers and consumers about the role of the Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Ensuring that all APRNs can practice to the fullest extent of their scope of practice
Monitoring practice regulations (such as the protection of title and autonomy)
Watching billing/access issues (such as reimbursement by all insurance companies)
Keeping an eye on legislative issues, pursuing legislation through the lobbying power of WNA (such as the APRN Modernization Act)
Developing educational programs specific to the needs of APRNs
Offering four Mary Barker Advanced Practice Registered Nursing Scholarships each year
Join now and pay less for the conference! WNA/ANA members enjoy a significant discount on all conference registration fees, and as
an APRN member, you will automatically receive the benefits of belonging to the APRN Forum. To learn more, please visit the WNA website
at www.wisconsinnurses.org or contact Brianna Neiderman at the WNA office (800-362-3959 ext. 207 or [email protected]).
Conference Goals
This intensive three-day conference will review current and identify
new evidence-based pharmacological and clinical approaches to
management of common conditions in primary and acute care, with the
goals of safe prescribing practice and optimal therapeutic outcomes.
continuing nursing education by the Montana Nurses Association, an
accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s
Commission on Accreditation.
Conference Location
practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, nurse midwives, physician assistants,
KI Convention Center
333 Main Street
Green Bay, WI
advanced practice registered nurse students, and other health professionals
Lot parking is available at the attached Hyatt Regency Green Bay for
in primary care.
$1.00/hour - although registered hotel guests receive free parking. See the KI
Educational sessions specifically target the learning needs of nurse
Continuing Nursing Education Credit
This year’s conference offers over 70 contact hours of CNE credit to choose
from. Participants attending all conference events can earn a maximum of
19.0 contact hours, including:
Convention Center website at www.kiconventioncenter.org for map/driving
directions, other parking options, and nearby dining and attractions.
Overnight Accommodations
Hyatt Regency Green Bay
333 Main Street
Green Bay, WI
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3.75 for the Thursday morning Preconference
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2.0 for each Thursday afternoon Preconference Workshop
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1.0 for the Friday Keynote presentation
The Hyatt Regency features an indoor pool and whirlpool, sauna, fitness
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1.25 for each Friday and Saturday Breakout
Session (or 4.0 for Saturday Skills Track)
center, and is connected to the new KI Convention Center. Hotel guests
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1.25 for the Thursday Evening Movie
conference room rate of $110.00/night plus tax is available until March 17. To
The number of ‘Pharmacology’ contact hours available for a given session
is noted in parentheses next to the session title whenever applicable.
receive complimentary parking in the hotel main surface lot. A special
make a reservation at the conference discounted rate, visit our ‘WI Nurses
Association’ Passkey webpage at aws.passkey.com/go/gwnna .
Estimates for pharmacology credit were based on information submitted by
presenters; attendees must determine whether the content provided meets
the specific requirements of their certifying or licensing body.
To receive CNE credit, participants must complete the online program
evaluation for the overall conference and each session attended by
May 1, 2017. Wisconsin Nurses Association is an approved provider of
The WNA APRN Forum wishes to especially thank
the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association
of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners for their efforts in
planning this annual conference.
Registration Information
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 30, 2017
HOW TO REGISTER: Conference registration must be completed online at http://bit.ly/2017-aprn. Payment by credit card will be processed
through PayPal, but no personal PayPal account is required. Registrations paid by check will not be finalized until payment is received.
Make check payable to ‘WNA’ and mail to our NEW office address: WNA, 2820 Walton Commons–Suite 136, Madison, WI 53718.
REGISTERING FOR ENROLLMENT-LIMITED SKILLS SESSIONS: Priority will be given to practicing APRNs for the enrollment-limited Thursday
afternoon Preconference and Saturday ‘Skills Track’, which will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. If you are registering as
a student and wish to be on the waiting list for any of the enrollment-limited sessions, please contact Megan at the WNA office at
800-362-3959, ext. 203 or [email protected]. You will be notified by email on Friday, March 17 if we have space in the
session. You will have one week to confirm your seat. If no response is received by Friday, March 24 your space will be given to
another participant.
REGISTERING FOR THE SATURDAY MORNING ‘SKILLS TRACK’: Participants will be registered for BOTH sessions of the Saturday ‘Skills Track’ and
automatically charged an additional $50. You will NOT be able to register for any classes in Breakout Sessions 7, 8 or 9. Priority will be
given to practicing APRNs for these enrollment- limited sessions – students may be placed on a waiting list for this track by following the
process noted above.
REGISTRATION FEES: Registration fee includes the printed conference Program as well as meals and breaks on the day(s) you’re
attending. Handouts and reference materials provided by presenters will be posted on the WNA website -- no hardcopies will be
available at the conference.
• There is no additional fee for ‘The American Nurse’ movie on Thursday evening or the WI Chapter of
NAPNAP luncheon meeting on Friday, but please indicate when registering if you plan to attend.
• There will be an additional $25/session fee added automatically to your conference
registration total for the following individual ‘Skills’ sessions: 1A, 2A, 2B.
• There will be an additional $50 fee added automatically to your conference registration total for the Saturday ‘Skills Track’.
WNA
Member
WI Chapter
NAPNAP
Member
NonMember
Student*
WNA
Member
Thursday Morning Preconference
$60
$70
$80
$50
Thursday Afternoon Preconference
$160
$185
$210
$135
$25 extra for 1A, 2A or 2B
Main Conference (Friday & Saturday)
$285
$330
$370
$240
$25 extra for Skills Track A+B
Friday only
$200
$230
$260
$170
Saturday only
$160
$185
$210
$135
Additional charge
for some Skills sessions
$50 extra for Skills Track A+B
* Student = WNA member enrolled for first time in an APRN program
CONFIRMATIONS: You should receive an email verifying your registration details immediately after submitting your online form. Please
check your ‘spam’ folder if you do not see a confirmation in your inbox within 5 minutes of registering. Please print the confirmation email
for your records. Contact Janine at the WNA office with questions on payment at [email protected] or 608-221-0383, ext. 201.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS/SPECIAL SERVICES: If you have dietary restrictions or require special services, please notify the WNA office within
two weeks of the conference by sending an email to [email protected]. In conjunction with the conference facility, WNA will
make every effort to accommodate special dietary needs or services brought to our attention prior to the conference.
CANCELLATIONS: A $25.00 administrative fee will be charged for cancellations prior to the conference. There will be NO REFUNDS after
the conference begins or for “no shows.”
WNA reserves the right to substitute faculty when necessary and cancel classes that do not meet minimum registration requirements.
Every effort will be made to notify registrants of such changes at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the conference and accommodate
alternate session choices when possible.
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Special Events at the Conference
Raffle
Bring your $5s, $10s, and $20s … and show your support for
APRN education! Raffle tickets will be sold throughout the
conference for great prizes to be given away on Saturday
morning at breakfast – must be present to win...or arrange for
another attendee to keep your ticket and claim your prize for
you. Put a ticket in each bucket for a try at all of the prizes, or
focus your efforts on winning this year’s coveted Fitbit Blaze! All
proceeds benefit the Mary Barker APRN Scholarship fund.
UW Bookstore Display
and Services
Dave Jewell from the UW Bookstore in Madison will be
available all 3 days of the conference and is offering a
10% discount on all displayed books, Littman stethoscopes,
otoscopes, ophthalmoscopes, reflex hammers and more. Plan
ahead to take advantage of these other convenient services …
• Order ahead and Dave will bring your books
to the conference, at a 10% discount with no
shipping fee! Place your order with Dave at
[email protected] by Friday, March 31.
• Bring your Littmann stethoscope to the
conference for onsite cleaning ($10
charge) and repair (cost of parts only).
“Meet and Greet” and Showing
of “The American Nurse” Movie
THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Plan to join your colleagues at the KI Convention Center for
a light reception on Thursday evening and a FREE viewing of
the documentary, “The American Nurse”. Enjoy snacks and
discussion compliments of the WNA APRN Forum … cash
bar also available! 1.25 contact hours of CNE credit will be
available to those who complete an online evaluation of the
documentary experience.
To learn more about “The American Nurse,” visit
The American Nurse Project website.
Exhibit Hall
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 7:00 AM – 1:15 PM
Visit and talk with representatives from industry, education and
professional organizations pertinent to your APRN practice
– Friday only. Please thank them for their support of our
conference!
Mary Barker Advanced
Practice Registered Nurse
Scholarship Winners
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 12:00 PM
Winners of the Mary Barker APRN Scholarship for nursing
graduate school students will be announced during the
general conference luncheon. Please join us in congratulating
them! The scholarship is named after Mary Barker, honoring
one of Wisconsin’s pioneer nurse practitioners and leaders.
Four $2,000 scholarships for the 2017-2018 academic year
will be awarded to WNA members who are students in good
standing at one of Wisconsin’s twelve nursing graduate schools
preparing candidates to practice as APRNs.
Applications for this scholarship will be accepted until March 1,
2017. See the online application for more information.
WI Chapter of NAPNAP
Luncheon and Annual
Business Meeting
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 12:00 PM
Members of the WI Chapter of NAPNAP attending the
conference are encouraged to attend the WI Chapter of
NAPNAP Luncheon and Annual Business Meeting. Not sure
if you’re a member? Please contact Betsy Roth-Wojcicki at
[email protected]. Indicate your intent to attend when
registering for the conference so we may reserve a spot for you
at this separate lunch meeting.
Friday Evening Special Event
FRIDAY, APRIL 7, 6:00 PM
No stay in Green Bay is complete
without a visit to Lambeau
Field and the Packer Hall of
Fame! The APRN Forum invites
all conference attendees (and
their guests) to reserve a spot
for this special evening out on
the town. A guaranteed good
time whether you are an ardent
Packer fan or just someone who
enjoys a good tailgate party with friends!
Please see page 7 of this brochure for details about
‘The Lambeau Experience’ - separate registration and fee
are required.
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Thursday, April 6
View the Conference Schedule on the conference website for
Breakout Session descriptions.
8:00-8:30 AM
Morning Preconference Registration and Continental Breakfast
(for Morning Preconference registrants only)
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
MORNING PRECONFERENCE
“The Professional Business of Being an Advanced Practice Registered
Nurse” (Rx 1.5 total)
Macro?? Micro??? MACRA - the Future of Payment based on Quality
Dr. Larry Pheifer - Executive Director, Wisconsin Academy of
Family Physicians (invited)
Learn about Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act
of 2015 (MACRA). This historic change in payment had the
final rule released in October 2016. How will this affect your
practice and reimbursement?
The NEW Enhanced Wisconsin Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
(WI ePDMP)
Andrea Magermans, PhD - PDMP Analyst, State of Wisconsin
Department of Safety and Professional Services
Learn about the newly implemented (April 1) drug
monitoring program that all Wisconsin prescribers will need
to use for every controlled substance prescription. Andrea
will provide an overview of changes to the operations of the
Wisconsin Prescription Drug Monitoring Program, including
legislative and system modifications.
Update on Wisconsin Legislative Issues for APRNs
Gina Dennik-Champion, MSN, MSHA – Executive Director and
Lobbyist, Wisconsin Nurses Association
Burton Wagner, JD – Attorney, Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren,
s.c. (invited)
Lobbyist/Legislator (invited)
This session will provide a summary of the legislative and
regulatory activities that impact APRN practice and the
activities needed for the future.
Participants at the Morning Preconference will receive
a box-lunch (included in your Morning Preconference
registration fee). Lunches will be available beginning at
10:45 AM.
12:00 – 1:00 PM
Conference Registration
1:00 – 3:00 PM
PRECONFERENCE SESSION 1
An Introduction to Primary Wound Closure, Principles and
Practice (Rx .50)
1A
Jeff Kobernusz, MS, RN, APNP, ACNP-BC – Orthopedic Acute
Care Nurse Practitioner, Unity Point Health-Meriter, Division
of Orthopedics; Clinical Instructor, DNP Acute Care Nurse
Practitioner Program, UW-Madison School of Nursing
Registration limited to 26 participants
$25 additional charge for session
1B
Basic Orthopedic Assessment for the Primary Care Provider
(Rx .50)
Brian A. Schroeder, APNP/ATC – Orthopaedic Surgery Nurse
Practitioner, Aurora Health Care
1C
Skills for Advanced Practice Nurses: IUD Insertion Workshop
(Rx 1.0 for both sessions)
(continued in 2C - must attend both sessions to receive
contact hours)
Ann Baggot, MS, WHNP-BC, APNP – Nurse Practitioner,
Department of OB/GYN-UW Health
Chin-Feng Dani Lai, DNP, FNP-BC, APNP – Nurse Practitioner,
Ministry Medical Group OB/GYN
1D Basic Interpretation of the 12 Lead ECG
(Rx 1.0 for both sessions)
(continued in 2D - must attend both sessions to receive
contact hours)
Maureen T. Greene, PhD, RN, CNS-BC, ACNP-BC, APRN-P –
Critical Care Clinical Nurse Specialist, Research Coordinator,
Wheaton Franciscan - St. Joseph
Betty Ross Aguilar, MS, RN, CEN – Clinical Educator, Wheaton
Franciscan Healthcare (retired)
PREREQUISITE: All participants - print, review and bring to
class the 50-page course outline, ‘The Basics of 12-Lead ECG
Interpretation’ (posted online with other conference handouts).
An additional 22-page workbook will be provided in class.
Novices are also encouraged to complete a basic ECG
interpretation course prior to class. There are many available
online – one we are familiar with is offered by Laerdal at
http://www.laerdal.com/us/doc/1122/Learn-Rhythm-Adult#/Info.
1E
Perspectives from a Local Radiologist:
Selfies, Friendlies and CTs
Kunal M. Patel, MD – Radiologist, Radiology Associates
of the Fox Valley
Andrew Ziegert, MD – Radiologist, Radiology Associates
of the Fox Valley
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
1F
The WI Medical Examining Board Opioid Prescribing Guidelines
(Rx 2.0)
Michael McNett, MD – Medical Director for Chronic Pain,
Aurora Healthcare GMS
1G
Optimizing Pharmacology in the Transgender Transition Process
(Rx 2.0)
Jessica Francis, MD – OB/GYN Faculty, Froedtert and the
Medical College of Wisconsin
3:00 – 3:15 PM
Current Trends in Drugs of Abuse: Perspectives from Law
Enforcement and Medicine (Rx 1.5)
2F
Dan Bauknecht – Lieutenant, Langlade County
Sheriff’s Office
Michael McNett, MD – Medical Director for Chronic Pain,
Aurora Healthcare GMS
2G
Transgender Health: An Update on Research, Practice, and Policy
Lacey Alexander, PhD(c), MS, RN – Lecturer, University of
Wisconsin-Madison Department of Gender & Women’s
Studies; Staff Nurse, William S. Middleton Memorial
Veterans Hospital
Refreshment Break
3:15 – 5:30 PM
PRECONFERENCE SESSION 2
2A
Common Dermatologic Disorders and In-Office Procedures
(Rx .75)
Sarah Kaldem, ANP-BC – Dermatology Certified Nurse
Practitioner, Aurora Health Care
Registration limited to 26 participants
$25 additional charge for session
PREREQUISITE: Completion of ‘An Introduction to Primary
Wound Closure, Principles and Practice’ (session 1A) or
equivalent class prior to participating in this session.
Beyond Suturing Basics (Rx .50)
Jeff Kobernusz, MS, RN, APNP, ACNP-BC – Orthopedic Acute
Care Nurse Practitioner, Unity Point Health-Meriter, Division
of Orthopedics; Clinical Instructor, DNP Acute Care Nurse
Practitioner Program, UW-Madison School of Nursing
2B
Evening Event
“Meet and Greet” and Showing of
“The American Nurse” Movie
THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 5:30 – 7:00 PM
Plan to join your colleagues at the KI Convention Center for
a light reception on Thursday evening and a FREE viewing of
the documentary, “The American Nurse”. Enjoy snacks and
discussion compliments of the WNA APRN Forum … cash
bar also available! 1.25 contact hours of CNE credit will be
available to those who complete an online evaluation of the
documentary experience.
To learn more about “The American Nurse,” visit
The American Nurse Project website.
Registration limited to 26 participants
$25 additional charge for session
PREREQUISITE: Completion of ‘An Introduction to Primary
Wound Closure, Principles and Practice’ (session 1A) or
equivalent class prior to participating in this session.
2C (Continued from 1C) Skills for Advanced Practice Nurses: IUD
Insertion Workshop
2D (Continued from 1D) Basic Interpretation of the 12 Lead ECG
Who’s Running the Hospital? APRN Hospitalist Models
of Care - A Panel Discussion (Rx .50)
2E
Debbie Roe, MS, RN, APNP, ANP-BC – NP Hospitalist, Fort
Atkinson Memorial Hospital
Mark Weidemann, MSN, FNP-BC, APNP – Hospitalist,
Thedacare New London
Amy K. Proebstle, RN, MS, ACNP-BC, APNP – Hospital
Medicine Nurse Practitioner, UW Medical Foundation
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Friday, April 7
View the Conference Schedule on the conference website for
Breakout Session descriptions.
7:00 – 8:30 AM
Registration/Continental Breakfast/Exhibits
3D
Erectile Dysfunction & Cardiovascular Risk: Pearls for Practice
(Rx .75)
Penny Kaye Jensen, DNP, FNP-C, FAAN, FAANP – National
APRN Health Policy Liaison, Department of Veterans Affairs
Office of Nursing Services
3E Risk Management with Suicidal Patients (Rx .50)
Eric Heiligenstein, MD – Psychiatrist, Journey Mental Health Center
12:00 - 1:15 PM
8:45 – 9:00 AM
Welcome and Announcements, and process for
obtaining CNE Credit
9:00-10:00 AM
KEYNOTE PRESENTATION
“If You’re Not at the Table, You’re on the
Menu: Health Policy, Leadership & the
Future of NP Practice”
Penny Kaye Jensen, DNP, FNP-C, FAAN,
FAANP – National APRN Health Policy Liaison,
Department of Veterans Affairs Office of
Nursing Services
Throughout her career, Dr. Jensen has been a strong advocate
for and leader in nursing and an expert on NP issues at the
international, national, state, and local levels. She hopes her
Keynote will empower you to move our profession forward
and increase visibility of the NP role. She will also focus on how
legislation can improve or stifle our practice, and talk about the
journey to eliminating scope of practice barriers for APRNs within
the Department of Veterans Affairs Healthcare System.
10:00 – 10:45 AM
General Luncheon/Exhibits/WNA APRN Forum
Business Meeting
During Lunch, the Mary Barker APRN Scholarship winners will
be announced, and we welcome your participation in honoring
these outstanding Advanced Practice Registered Nurse students.
Tina Bettin, DNP, MSN, RN, FNP-BC, APNP - President of
WNA APRN Forum will also present a ‘state of the state’ on
advanced practice nursing in Wisconsin. Don’t miss this important
information!
12:00 - 1:15 PM
WI Chapter of NAPNAP Luncheon Business Meeting
Members of the Wisconsin Chapter of the National Association
of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners attending the conference are
encouraged to attend the WI Chapter of NAPNAP Luncheon and
Annual Business Meeting. Not sure if you’re a member? Please
contact Betsy Roth-Wojcicki at [email protected]. Indicate
your intent to attend when registering for the conference so a
spot can be reserved for you at this separate lunch meeting.
Exhibits/Refreshment Break
1:15 - 2:30 PM
10:45 AM - 12:00 PM
BREAKOUT SESSION 4
BREAKOUT SESSION 3
3A HPV Vaccine Update (Rx .50)
Tracy E. Saladar, DNP, CPNP-PC – Assistant Clinical Professor,
Pediatric DNP Program, University of Wisconsin-Madison
The Ins and Outs of a Pediatric Transgender Clinic (Rx .75)
Loretta L Bush, RN, MS, PPNP-BC – Pediatric Nurse
Practitioner, Medical College of Wisconsin, Department of
Pediatrics, Division of Endocrinology and Diabetes
4A
Shannon Renick, DNP(c), RN, RNC-MNN – DNP(c), University of
Wisconsin-Madison School of Nursing
4B Strategies for Selecting Safe and Effective Medications for
Pregnant and Lactating Women (Rx 1.25)
3B Contraception and Perimenopause (Rx .75)
Kristin Lyerly, MD, MPH, FACOG – Obstetrician/Gynecologist,
Bellin Health
Connie Kraus, RPh, PharmD, BCACP – Professor (CHS),
University of Wisconsin School of Pharmacy; Director, Office
of Global Health
3C Chronic Critical Illness (Rx .25)
Donita R. Croft, MD, MS - Clinical Assistant Professor, University
of Wisconsin-Madison School of Medicine and Public Health
4C
Ann Tomashek, APNP – Nurse Practitioner, Select
Specialty Hospital
Palliative Care: Acute Pain Management and Heartfelt
Discussions with Seriously Ill Patients (Rx .75)
Gina Giazzoni, MSN, RN, APNP, ACNP-BC, ACHPN – Palliative
Care Nurse Practitioner, UnityPoint Health-Meriter
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
4D
The Latest and Greatest in Pneumonia Guidelines: Updates,
Controversies, and Commonly Asked Questions (Rx 1.0)
6B
Julie Waitkoss Raaum, MSN, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AAHIVS
– Nurse Practitioner, Director MCP Advanced Practice
Providers, Medical College of Wisconsin
Mary S. Landry, MD, FACOG – Department of Obstetrics
and Gynecology, UW-Madison; Director of Women’s Health,
University Health Services, UW-Madison
Anne R. Daniels, PharmD, BCPS, AAHIVP – Infectious
Diseases Clinical Pharmacist, Froedtert and Medical
College of Wisconsin
ADHD in Adolescents and Adults: Best Practices for Primary Care
and Mental Health Providers (Rx 1.25)
4E
Eric Heiligenstein, MD – Psychiatrist, Journey Mental Health Center
2:30 – 2:45 PM
Refreshment Break
2:45 - 4:00 PM
Bleeding and Birth Control – Strategies for Managing
and Minimizing Bleeding (Rx 1.25)
6C Management of Intraabdominal Infections: A Case Study (Rx .75)
Ashley Kwasinski, APNP, ANP-BC, CNE – Nurse Practitioner,
Aurora Health Care
6D
New Therapies for the Management of Diabetes Mellitus (Rx 1.0)
Elizabeth Nora, MD, PhD – Endocrinologist,
Aurora Sheboygan Clinic
Non-Alzheimer’s Dementias and other Zebras of Cognitive
Impairment
6E
Cynthia Carlson, DNP, AGACNP-BC, APNP – Nurse
Practitioner, Acute Care for Elders, UW Health
BREAKOUT SESSION 5
5A
Evening Event
Pediatric PTSD: How is it Different? (Rx .50)
ANNOUNCING THE
‘LAMBEAU EXPERIENCE’…
Vicki J. Marquardt, PsyD – Licensed Psychotherapist
specializing in Neuropsychology and Trauma; President, Vicki
Marquardt Enterprises, S.C.
Genitourinary Symptoms of Menopause: If We don’t Ask,
They won’t Tell (Rx .50)
5B
Katherine R. Stevenson, MD, FPMRS – Medical Director,
Urogynecology Services, Waukesha Memorial Hospital
Pain Management - The Next Generation: Advances in Pain
Management In a Changing Opioid Culture (Rx .75)
5C
Christa Scheunemann, MSN, APNP, ACNP-BC – Nurse
Practitioner, Advanced Pain Management
Treating All Smokers: An Overview of Effective Interventions (Rx .50)
Megan E. Piper, PhD – Associate Professor of Medicine,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
5D
Adolescent and Adult Autism in Clinical Practice; How to Work
Together as a Team (Rx 1.25)
5E
Jennifer Fiegel-Newlon, FNP, PMHNP, APNP, DNP –
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Gundersen
– St. Joseph’s Healthcare; Clinical Assistant Professor,
University of Wisconsin-Madison
4:00 – 4:15 PM
Break
(sponsored by the WNA APRN Forum)
We are excited to offer a truly
new and special event this year in
conjunction with the 31st Annual WNA
APRN Forum Pharmacology & Clinical
Update. Don your Green and Gold, and join us at Lambeau
Field for a tour of the legendary stadium and a reception in the
newly re-opened Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame. Your ‘ticket’
to this event includes bus transportation from the Hyatt Regency
Green Bay to Lambeau Field (as well as return transportation),
a 60-minute tour of the stadium, entrance to the two-story Hall
of Fame, and a reception you could treat like a meal (cash bar
also available).
Families and non-Packer fans welcome!
Ticket Price: $55.00/person
Registration now open at http://bit.ly/aprn-friday-night.
EVENT SCHEDULE:
6:00 PM
Depart Hyatt Regency Green Bay
for Lambeau Field
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Tours depart Lambeau Field Atrium every 15
minutes (you must select a tour time when
purchasing your ‘ticket’)
7:00 PM
Reception opens in Hall of Fame
4:15 - 5:30 PM
BREAKOUT SESSION 6
Autism Break Through: What we have learned in the past three
years about Autism and the effects on the gut and the brain (Rx 1.0)
6A
JoQueta Handy, PhD, IMD, CCC-SLP - Integrative Medicine
Doctor, Handy Wellness Center, Irvine, CA
Buses will return to the Hyatt Regency every half
hour beginning at 8:00 PM
Please contact Megan with any questions regarding this event
(608-221-0383, ext. 203 or [email protected]).
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Saturday, April 8
View the Conference Schedule on the conference website for
Breakout Session descriptions.
7:00 – 8:30 AM
Conference Registration and Continental Breakfast
Winners of the APRN Forum Raffle items will be announced!
NOTE: Those registering for Breakout Sessions 7, 8 and 9 will
not be able to attend the Skills Track classes
8:30 – 9:45 AM
BREAKOUT SESSION 7
Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome: Lessons Learned (Rx 1.0)
Susan E. Medd, MSN, RN, CPNP – Pediatric Nurse Practitioner/
Staff Development Specialist, ProHealth Care
7A
7B
Comprehensive Care for Women and Infants Affected by Opioids
(Rx 1.25)
Stacy Boden, APNP, CPNP, MSN, RN – Primary Care
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Froedtert Health Community
Physician Group
7C
Emerging Antimicrobial Resistance & Treatment Strategies
(Rx 1.25)
Meghann Kennedy, RN, DNP, APNP-BC – Infectious
Disease Nurse Practitioner, University of Wisconsin
Medical Foundation
7D 10 Things to Know About Aging (Rx .75)
Alexis Eastman, MD – Clinical Medical Director, Assistant
Professor, Division of Geriatrics, University of Wisconsin
Hospital and Clinics
7E
Mental Wellness with Aromatherapy and Other Modalities
(Rx .50)
Debra K. Rodriguez, MSN, ANP-BC, PNP-BC, APNP,
CCAP, CH – Coordinator, St. Clare Healthy Living Center,
St. Clare Hospital
Lynn Crawford, RN, BSN, CCAP-I – Instructor, Mayo Health
Systems - Eau Claire
9:45 – 10:00 AM
Refreshment Break
10:00 - 11:15 AM
BREAKOUT SESSION 8
8A
Zika Virus: An Update for Obstetric and Pediatric Nurses
Kathleen Antony, MD – Assistant Professor, Division of
Maternal Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and
Gynecology, University of Wisconsin
Understanding Common Sexual Dysfunctions in Women and
the Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Ways to Address Them
8B
(Rx .50)
Ellen Barnard, MSSW – Sex Educator & Counselor, A Woman’s
Touch Sexuality Resource Center
Management of Adrenal Insufficiency and Steroid Replacement
for the Inpatient Setting (Rx .75)
8C
Carl Chojnacki, MBA, MSN, APNP, ANP-BC – Nurse
Practitioner, Aurora Medical Group Endocrinology; Adjunct
Instructor, Marian University
Rheumatoid Arthritis (Rx 1.25)
Diane Erdman, PharmD, BCPS, CDE, CPPS, BCACP –
Pharmacy Clinical Manager, Ascension/Wheaton
Franciscan-St. Joseph
8D
8E
Able Analysis of Apprehension, Angst, and Anxiety in Adults
(Rx .75)
Sarah Endicott, DNP, GNP-BC, APRN – Clinical Associate
Professor, UW-Madison School of Nursing; APNP,
Monroe Clinic
Gina Bryan, DNP, PMHCNS-BC, APNP – Clinical Associate
Professor, UW-Madison School of Nursing; APNP, Journey
Mental Health Center
11:15 – 11:30 AM
Break
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
BREAKOUT SESSION 9
9A Sudden Death in Adolescents (Rx .50)
Candace Morton, MSN, APNP, CPNP-PC/AC, AGPCNP-BC
– Electrophysiology Nurse Practitioner, Medical College of
Wisconsin/Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin
The Secret Garden: Vaginitis Update (Rx .75)
Christina Danz, MSN, FNP-BC, APNP – Nurse Practitioner,
Women’s Care of Wisconsin
9B
Bugs and Drugs Basics - Tools for Antimicrobial
Stewardship (Rx 1.25)
9C
Steven C. Ebert, BS Pharm, PharmD – Clinical Manager,
Infectious Diseases, UnityPoint Health-Meriter Hospital
(Continued)
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CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
Understanding Common Sexual Dysfunctions in Women
and the Pharmacologic and Non-Pharmacologic Ways
to Address Them (Rx .50)
9D
(repeat of session 8B)
Ellen Barnard, MSSW – Sex Educator & Counselor, A Woman’s
Touch Sexuality Resource Center
9E Social Aspects of Prescribing Psychiatric Medication (Rx 1.25)
Ronald J. Diamond, MD – Professor, University of Wisconsin
Department of Psychiatry
NOTE: Those registering for Saturday Skills Session will not be
able to attend Breakout Sessions 7, 8 and 9.
8:30 AM – 12:45 PM
SATURDAY SKILLS SESSION
Registration limited to 26 participants
$50 additional charge for this session
An Introduction to Primary Wound Closure, Principles and Practice
(Rx .50)
Jeff Kobernusz, MS, RN, APNP, ACNP-BC – Orthopedic Acute
Care Nurse Practitioner, Unity Point Health-Meriter, Division
of Orthopedics; Clinical Instructor, DNP Acute Care Nurse
Practitioner Program, UW-Madison School of Nursing
Common Dermatologic Disorders and In-Office Procedures (Rx .75)
Sarah Kaldem, ANP-BC – Dermatology Certified Nurse
Practitioner, Aurora Health Care
12:45 PM
Conference Closes
Box lunches will not be provided at the close of conference
this year.
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