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| Edgardo Álvarez Muñoz, MSc, RN | Professor | Universidad San Sebastián | A nurse from the Universidad Santo Tomás, he h... Read more…
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| Brittany Beckmann, MSN, RN, NPD-BC | Senior Programmatic Advisor | Vizient Inc. | Brittany Beckmann, MSN, RN, NPD-BC is a nursin... Read more…
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| Susan Buesing, DNP, MSN, RN | Assistant Professor/Faculty | Jefferson College of Nursing | Susan Buesing approaches her professional life... Read more…
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| Barbara Butynskyi EdD, MSN, RN, CPN | Assistant Professor | Jefferson College of Nursing | Not provided |
| Briana Carr, PhD, MEd, BA, RN | Director of Nursing Research | Loma Linda University Health | Briana Carr, PhD, MEd, BA, RN, is the Director... Read more…
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Session Block A
| Session | Room | Presentation Title | Presenter(s) | Presentation Description |
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| A1 | Regan | The Top 10 EMS Liability “Potholes” and What Your Organization Can Do to Avoid Them | Stephen Wirth, JD, MS, EMT-P | What are the most likely potholes of legal risk for your agency that you struggle to avoid? EMS Attorney Steve Wirth will describe these top 10 “hot spots” for complaints and lawsuits. This interactive session provides “real world” case examples with lessons to be learned. |
| A2 | Ford | Playing Nice in the Sandbox: Interprofessional Team Building Using Simulation-Based Training | Jennie Boyer, BSN, RN, CEN, CPEN & Amber Phillipy, BSN, RN | EMS and ED don't always play nice in the sandbox together. A panel of ED and EMS educators and managers will discuss how unannounced simulation-based training improves collaboration between teams. |
| A3 | Nixon | Platinum Moments, Golden Outcomes: Advancing Excellence in Trauma Care | Megan Colson, MSN, RN, FNP-C & Beth Burns, MSN, RN, FNP-C, TCRN, CCRN | Explore early trauma care, rapid intervention, and use of whole blood resuscitation to improve outcomes in the critical Platinum Ten Minutes and the Golden Hour. |
| A4 | Eisenhower | Red Flags & Gut Feelings: Recognizing Vulnerable Patients | Jacqueline Eurgdorf, BS, RN, SANE-A, EMT-B & Matthew S. Howard, DNP, RN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CPN, FAEN, FAAN | Learn to identify red flags for sexual assault, abuse, and trafficking, and master trauma-informed care techniques to support vulnerable patients in emergency settings. |
| A5 | Kennedy | From Swifties to Stamp Collectors: Scalable Medical Operations for Every Event | Ashley Vlaskamp, NRAEMT | Scalable EMS deployment model for mass gatherings that enhances safety, reduces 911 strain, and improves outcomes through proactive, collaborative planning. |
| A6 | Roosevelt | Staying Safe in EMS: How EMS is Injured and What Can We Do About It | Garrett Hedeen, MS, MHA, LP | Despite a focus on safety, EMS ranks among the top professions for workplace injuries. This session explores causes and prevention strategies to improve EMS safety culture. |
| A7 | Truman | Imminent Delivery at A Non-Delivery Site | Dawn Peta, BN, RN, ENC(C) | Unplanned deliveries outside birthing facilities pose challenges for emergency providers. This session provides a structured approach to ensure safety for mother and newborn. |
Session Block B
| Session | Room | Presentation Title | Presenter(s) | Presentation Description |
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| B1 | Regan | The Future Role of Paramedics in EMS | Peter Antevy, MD | As healthcare systems evolve, paramedics are expanding into critical care, community paramedicine, and advanced medical roles. Explore innovations shaping the future of EMS. |
| B2 | Ford | The Calm Voice in Chaos: Strategies for Effective Communication Under Stress | Zachary Hermann, MBA, MSN, RN, CEN, NREMT & Linsey Hermann, RN | Learn neuroscience-based tools to improve EMS and ED communication, reduce errors, and enhance outcomes during high-stress, high-acuity situations. |
| B3 | Nixon | Integrating Trauma-Informed Care into Forensic Nursing Practice | Brianna Rininger, MSN, RN, SANE-A & Matthew S. Howard, DNP, RN, CEN, TCRN, CPEN, CPN, FAEN, FAAN | Develop survivor-centered strategies for evidence collection and trauma-informed assessments to minimize re-traumatization and strengthen trust. |
| B4 | Eisenhower | The Criminalization of Medical Errors: Lessons Learned from the EMS Homicide Cases | Stephen Wirth, JD, MS, EMT-P | Recent legal cases have seen criminal charges filed against EMS providers. Learn about the root causes and how to mitigate liability risks in challenging patient interactions. |
| B5 | Kennedy | Scars | Eric Van Dusen, NRP | Explore the mental and physical toll of healthcare stressors, and discover effective ways to manage emotional trauma and restore resilience. |
| B6 | Roosevelt | From Waves to Wisdom: EKG Interpretation for New Grads | Robert Hennigar, MSN-ED, RN, CEN | Decode cardiac rhythms with confidence using a practical, step-by-step EKG interpretation approach tailored for new graduates in emergency care. |
| B7 | Truman | The Clinical Inquiry Incubator: Should I Use Research, EBP or QI? | Rebecca Lash, PhD, MSN, MPP, CNL, CEN, NPD-BD | Identify clinical problems and select the right inquiry method—research, evidence-based practice, or quality improvement—to improve patient outcomes. |
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