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2014
NURSE
C O N F E R E N C E
60 Years of Caring
N OV E M B E R 6-7, 2014
CO U RT YA R D M A R R I OT T AT O L D TOW N
W I C H I TA , K A N S A S
Celebrating 60 Years
LeadingAge Kansas
Early Bird Registration
R E G I S T E R BY O C TO B E R 17 T H
TO R E C E I V E 10% O F F !
Conference
AGENDA
T H U R S D AY A G E N D A
1:00-1:30 PM
A
F R I D AY A G E N D A ( C O N T I N U E D )
.............................................. Registration
2nd Floor of the Courtyard Marriott
1:30-2:20 PM
A
.........60 Years of Caring: Building on Our
Collective Strength
(A) LeadingAge Insights and Navigator
Staff from LeadingAge New York will work with DONs to effectively
utilize the LeadingAge Insights tool. Attendees will also learn
how to use the LeadingAge Kansas Cost Report Navigator.
Debra Zehr and Kristen Brunkow, LeadingAge Kansas
For 60 years, LeadingAge Kansas members have come together for
education and fellowship! In this session, attendees will discover
necessary changes to remain relevant for the future of aging
services. LeadingAge Kansas staff will offer education on
how to utilize strengths to navigate these changes.
2:20-2:30 PM
A 2:30-4:00 PM
10:30-10:40 AM .........................................................Break
10:40-12:00 PM .................................... Breakout Sessions
(B) Nursing Leadership: Building on Your Strengths
Diane Atchison, RN-BC, MSN, ANP, RAC-CT will work with
attendees to maximize their strengths to provide
top-notch leadership to their team.
.........................................................Break
................................ Family Expectations:
Setting the Stage for Success
12:00-1:00 PM
1:00-1:30 PM
............................................. Lunch Buffet
.....................................Self-Care Stations
This session will provide tools and tips to proactively manage
We’ll celebrate “60 Years of Caring” with this special
family expectations; preventing miscommunication and
break, designed by the staff of LeadingAge Kansas to
tension when discussing the care of a loved one. Sarah
say thank you for your dedication to the field of aging
McGinley, RN-BSN, MA, RAC-C T, will identify critical
services. Have fun and relax – you deserve it!
moments when tension is likely and provide attendees with
effective approaches to diffuse these difficult situations. R 1:30-2:30 PM
................................ Blue Ribbon Session:
4:00-4:10 PM
A 4:10-5:30 PM
.........................................................Break
................................ Blue Ribbon Session:
Managing Family Expectations
5:30-6:00 PM
...................................... Fellowship & Fun
Before you head to dinner in Old Town, be sure to stop
by the Lobby for fellowship & fun! Maximize your conference
experience by expanding your network of aging service leaders.
Besides, it’s our 60th Anniversary - there’s a lot to celebrate!
F R I D AY A G E N D A
7:30-8:00 AM
A 8:00-9:20 AM
.............................................. Registration
......................Budgeting – The “All Hands
on Deck ”Approach, Part One
Reducing Anti-Psychotics
R
2:30-2:40 PM
.........................................................Break
2:40-4:00 PM
............................... Transforming Fatigue
into Fulfillment
Sandra Brown, LSCSW, LMSW, New Directions Behavioral Health
Compassion fatigue has been described as a disorder that
affects those who do their work well – and find themselves
overloaded. This session will outline self-care ideas that
have the power to renew and inspire you. As we embark
on 60 more years of caring, let’s join together in improving
the health and happiness of those who dedicate their lives
to the compassionate field of aging services – you!
Take the mystery out of budgeting for your nursing department!
In this session, Diane Atchinson, RN-BC, MSN, ANP, RAC-CT, will
describe what NHPPD is, tracking NHPPDs daily, the relationship to
your CMI and what is an FTE. These sessions will give you renewed
confidence for budget discussions at your organization!
9:20-9:30 AM
Blue Ribbon Sessions
.........................................................Break
Want to learn about the programs that are making an
impact in Kansas? Then don’t miss the Blue Ribbon
Sessions, an interactive approach to identifying the
best practices happening across the State. Attendees
will share what’s working well at their organization and
learn from one another’s experiences. Throughout the
conference, “blue ribbon” projects will be highlighted
in the areas of managing family expectations and
reducing anti-psychotics.
A 9:30-10:30 AM ......................Budgeting – The “All Hands
on Deck” Approach, Part Two
Diane Atchison, RN-BC, MSN, ANP, RAC-CT will continue
to discuss how to maximize revenues. Learn how the role
of restorative nursing, Part B therapies, early quarterly
assessments, respiratory therapy and competencies
related to MDS coding can impact your bottom line.
C O N T I N U I N G E D U C AT I O N C R E D I T S
R
RESIDENT CARE HOURS
A
A D M I N I S T R AT O R H O U R S
Arrive early for the DON LEARNING GROUP!
FREE | NOVEMBER 6, 2014
Directors of Nursing are invited to join this growing group for networking & education,
designed specifically for DON’s! The event will be held at the Kansas Masonic Home,
401 S Seneca St, Wichita, KS 67213, on the morning of the Nurse Conference from
8:30-12:00 PM. This free event will include education on the key steps of accident
investigations, followed by a peer-coaching session. Participants will receive 2.5 CE’s.
Interested? Be sure to sign-up on the Nurse Conference registration form!
Conference INFORMATION
CONFERENCE ATTIRE
Dress comfortably. You may want to wear layers, as it can be difficult to regulate temperature in large rooms.
CONTINUING EDUCATION INFORMATION
The 2014 Nurse Conference is approved for up to 10.5 for Adult Care Home Administrators by the Kansas Department
for Aging and Disability Services (LTS A0009) with 8.0 hours in the core of Administration and 2.5 hours in the core of
Resident Care. The Kansas State Board of Nursing approves LeadingAge Kansas as a provider of continuing education.
This program is approved for up to 10.5 continuing education hours applicable to RN, APRN, and LPN re-licensure
(KSBN LT0102-1116). Other disciplines receive a certificate of attendance.
ATTENTION PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
LeadingAge Kansas will make reasonable efforts to make our events accessible to persons with disabilities. If you
are a person with a disability who wishes to attend our event and need to request accommodations relating to your
disability, please contact us at (785) 233-7443. A request should be made 10 days in advance of the event.
PRINT YOUR OWN HANDOUTS
LeadingAge Kansas has a “print as needed” handout policy for our major conferences. A few days before the
conference, a link will be emailed to you, where you can access the handouts. Please be sure your correct email
address is submitted on the registration form. Each participant should print the handouts they need for they sessions
they will attend.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
The Nurse Conference will be held at the Courtyard by Marriott, 820 E. 2nd Street North, Wichita, Kansas 67202. A
room block has been reserved at $126 for a single room, including breakfast.
Mention LeadingAge Kansas to receive the negotiated rate. For reservations call
(316) 264-5300. Deadline for reservations at the discounted rate is October 15,
2014.
HOTEL PARKING
The hotel offers premium parking in the lots directly north and east of Hotel. Complimentary parking passes are available to the Leading Age Kansas group
at the front desk upon check-in. Those not staying at the hotel may purchase a
single day parking pass for $5. Guests may pull into the hotel front circle drive
to receive their parking pass, prior to parking, and then choose either lot in
which to park. Guests who choose to park in the premium parking lots without a
parking pass may be ticketed. The hotel also provides private free parking one block north, at the northeast
corner of 3rd Street and Rock Island. If guests use the free parking and do not want to walk to or from the lot, the
hotel shuttle is available daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., to transport guests to and from the parking lot/hotel. 217 SE 8th Avenue
Topeka, Kansas 66603
785.233.7443
800.264.5242 toll free
785.233.9471 fax
leadingagekansas.org
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NURSE
C O N F E R E N C E
N OV E M B E R 6-7, 2014 | W I C H I TA , K A N S A S
3 WAYS TO REGISTER
#1 Register online at
leadingagekansas.org
and click on the
Education Calendar.
#2 Register with credit card by
faxing the registration form to
(785) 233-9471.
#3
Mail your completed
registration form,
with check, to our office
60 Years of Caring
2014 NURSE CONFERENCE
N OV E M B E R 6 - 7 , 2 0 1 4 • CO U RT YA R D BY M A R R I OT O L D TO W N
8 20 E 2 N D S T N • W I C H I TA , K A N S A S
REGISTRATION FORM One form per person, copy as needed. Register Online at leadingagekansas.org/nurse2014 or
submit completed forms via email to education@leadingagekansas.org
Part One: Contact Information
Name____________________________________________________________ Title _______________________________________________________________
Organization ____________________________________________________ License type/number ______________________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________ City_____________________________________________ State/Zip ________
Phone ___________________________________________________________ Email (need for confirmation) ____________________________________________
Part Two: Event Participation Information
Please choose the events that you plan to attend (select all that apply):
2014 Nurse Conference
DON Learning Group (No additional charge – please note this event is only for DONs who are LeadingAge Kansas members)
Part Three: Conference Fees
The Early Bird Registration Discount of 10% will automatically be applied to your registration rate if this form is received
by 5:00 PM on October 17, 2014.
EDGE+ Members* – $209 ($188.10 for Early Bird Registration)
LeadingAge Kansas Members – $299 ($269.10 for Early Bird Registration)
Non-Members – $379 ($341.10 for Early Bird Registration)
*This rate is offered only to EDGE+ education club members. Please confirm your organization’s participation status prior to submitting
this registration form. To learn more about our clubs, email Diana@leadingagekansas.org or visit leadingagekansas.org/learningclubs.
Enclosed is my payment to LeadingAge Kansas in the amount of $_________________________
Credit Card No. _________________________________________________ Exp. Date: _________________________________________________________
Cardholder’s Name ______________________________________________ Signature __________________________________________________________
WE ONLY ACCEPT VISA AND MASTERCARD
Fees/Cancellations: All fees must accompany registration. Registrations will not be processed without fees. Your fee includes all breaks and meals.
No refunds will be given for cancellations. Substitutions are welcome.
How did you hear about this event?
Weekly Newsletter: Aging Update
Printed Brochure
Education Alert
LeadingAge Kansas Website
Kansas Nursing Newsletter
Fax Brochure
Postcard
Other_______________________________________
To pay by check, please complete this form and return with payment to: LeadingAge Kansas, 217 SE 8th Ave., Topeka, KS 66603
or submit completed forms via fax to 785-233-9471 or email to education@leadingagekansas.org.
Faxed or emailed registrations must be accompanied by credit card information.
REMINDER: PRINT YOUR OWN HANDOUTS!
LeadingAge Kansas has a “print as needed” handout policy for our major conferences.
A few days before the conference, a link will be emailed to you, where you can access the handouts.
Please be sure your correct email address is submitted on the registration form.
Each participant should print out the handouts they need for the sessions they will attend.