APNA Annual Conference Thursday Program
 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1  |
POSTER GALLERY OPEN
Ongoing throughout Conference
Up to 5 Contact Hours
Visit the poster gallery any time Wednesday - Sunday to earn up to 5 contact hours as you view and evaluate the more than 175 innovative poster presentations on display.
SYMPOSIUM
9:30am ET – 10:30am ET
1.0 Contact Hours
Clinical Convergence®: A Patient-Centered Approach to Child and Adolescent Bipolar Depression
Presenters: Sara Jones, PhD, RN, APRN, PMHNP-BC and Robert A. Kowatch, MD, PhD
This activity is jointly provided by AKH Inc., Advancing Knowledge in Healthcare and RMEI Medical Education, LLC, and is supported by an independent education grant from Sunovion Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Attend the full session to receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card from APNA.
BREAK
10:30am ET - 11:00am ET
Community Chat
Join the online chats to get to know and connect with fellow attendees.
Poster Gallery
Visit the interactive gallery to engage with the presentations and earn up to 5 contact hours for time spent viewing and evaluating the posters.
EXHIBIT HALL OPEN
10:30am ET - 8:00pm ET
Get information from and engage with industry stakeholders in psychiatric-mental health and nursing.
WELCOME & AWARDS
11:00am ET - 11:30am ET
Start off your day with a warm welcome from APNA leadership and celebration of psychiatric-mental health nurses who are revolutionizing the profession.
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PRESIDENT'S ADDRESS Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses: Proud Partners in the Journey to Whole Health – RN, APRN
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Psychiatric-mental health nursing is rooted in the idea of a partnership between nurse and patient. Through this approach, psychiatric-mental health nurses make unique contributions to individuals, communities, health care systems and the nursing profession as a whole. To fully engage in this partnership and impact whole health at all levels, we need to ensure that we are at our best. This presentation will examine the importance of caring for our own mental health and provide actionable strategies to foster well-being for ourselves so that we can provide the best possible care to those we serve.
2011: Trauma
12:40pm ET – 1:25pm ET
Barriers to Accessing and Engaging in Healthcare Among Black Transgender Women Survivors of Violence – RN, APRN
This presentation provides an in-depth mixed-methods analysis of barriers to healthcare access and utilization for Black transgender women who have survived violence. Researchers will illustrate the diversity of barriers and explore modifiable factors that could decrease the effect of polyvictimization on mental health disorder for this historically disenfranchised group. Abstract
Presenters: Athena DF. Sherman, PhD, PHN, RN, CNE
Implementing Trauma Informed Care in a Pre-Nursing BSN Program by Addressing Human Trafficking Victims' Use of Healthcare – RN
We address implementing trauma informed care as it relates to human trafficking victims in a pre-nursing BSN program. Starting in the junior year then developing in the senior year, students appreciate more awareness and sensitivity in assessment and caring for victims of trauma with relevant physical, psychological and spiritual concerns. Abstract
Presenter: Gregory Knapik, DNP, PHD, ANP-BC, PMHCNS-BC
2012: Practice & Education
12:40pm ET – 1:25pm ET
Integrating Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Treatment: Reducing Readmission Rates – RN, APRN
This presentation introduces ways to enhance EBP care for the mentally ill/substance use disorder (MI/SUD) patients using a multifaceted approach. Participants will be able to identify ways to reduce readmission rates, increase employee/ patient satisfaction score and expand staff competency to meet the needs of this patient population. Abstract
Presenter: Harry Walk, MSN, RN-BC, NE-BC
Nursing Student's Perceptions of the Effectiveness of the Various Suicide Awareness and Prevention Training Interventions, within a Baccalaureate Undergraduate Program – RN, APRN
Discussion on the impact of various methods of teaching Suicide Awareness and Prevention on student's self-reported confidence. Key questions on student confidence in recognizing warning signs, asking the suicide question, and how to refer to help were explored. Methods of instruction that proved most beneficial were self-reported by students. Abstract
Presenter: Linda Kay Romines, DNP, RN, FNP-BC, CNE
2013: Neurobiology & Pharmacology
12:40pm ET – 1:25pm ET
What’s All the Excitement About? Ketamine/Esketamine as Treatment Options – RN, APRN
Ketamine and esketamine treatment options continue to expand and patients with treatment resistant depression are seeking out these treatment options. Cases will be presented with indications for use and the patient care, administrative and insurance/payment issues that often accompany treatment. Experience in the development of a clinic will be discussed. Abstract
Presenters: Courtney Miller, BA, ADN, RN; Paula Bolton, MS, CNP, ANP-BC
2014: Substance Use
12:40pm ET – 1:25pm ET
Integrating Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) Waiver Training into the Curriculum of a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Program: An "All Hands on Deck" Approach to the Opioid Crisis – RN, APRN
This presentation outlines the inclusion of training for Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) of opioid addiction in a PMHNP program curriculum allowing students to apply for a waiver to prescribe buprenorphine upon graduation from the program. This is a new and unique approach to addressing the opioid epidemic in nursing education. Abstract
Presenter: John M. Brion, PhD, PMH NP-BC; Jamison Lord, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Scaffolding Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Content Across an Undergraduate BSN and Graduate APRN Curriculum: Creating a SUD Proficient Nursing Workforce – RN, APRN
This presentation describes an innovative college of nursing curricular change that scaffolded substance abuse disorder content including screening, brief intervention and referral to treatment across both an undergraduate and online graduate APRN program. In addition the presenters will describe the programs outcomes including increased knowledge, skill and confidence. Abstract
Presenter: Joy Lauerer, DNP PMHCNS BC APRN; Georgette Smith, PhD, RN, PNP, FAES; Sarah Gainey, MSW
2015: Complementary & Alternative Therapies
12:40pm ET – 1:25pm ET
From Complementary to Integrative: Implementing Aromatherapy on an Inpatient Psychiatric Unit – RN
This presentation discusses the challenges and successes of implementing lavender aromatherapy on an inpatient psychiatric unit. The participant will leave with knowledge of the indications and contraindications of lavender aromatherapy and recommendations for future practice and research. This project advocates for increased availability of complementary interventions in behavioral health. Abstract
Presenter: Melissa B. Walsh, BSN, RN-BC; Victoria Fisher, BSN, RN; Lisa McNamee MSN, RN, PMHCNS-BC
2016: Research
12:40pm ET - 1:25pm ET
Development and Testing of a Measure of Spiritual Resourcefulness – RN, APRN
This presentation describes the development and testing of a measure of spiritual resourcefulness. This scale will be used to complement the existing Resourcefulness Scale(c), which consists of persons and social dimensions. Together, measures of the three dimensions of resourcefulness provide a more complete assessment of an individual's coping repertoire. Abstract
Presenter: Jaclene A. Zauszniewski, PhD, RN-BC, FAAN
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I): A Case Study – RN, APRN
This presentation introduces Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). It is an individualized treatment depending on each patient's baseline sleeping patterns.CBT-I is easily implemented and can be used for patients with and without medication, and those who have other mental and/or physical comorbidities. Abstract
Presenters: Krystyna de Jacq, PhD, PMHNP-BC
2017: Child & Adolescent
12:40pm ET - 1:25pm ET
What is Happening to Our Child? Recognizing Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS): Implications for Healthcare Providers – RN, APRN
This presentation will review Pediatric Acute Onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) including presenting neuropsychiatric symptoms, and treatment strategies. Abstract
Presenters: Deborah Salani, DNP, PMHNP-BC, APRN, NE-BC; Deana Goldin, PhD, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC, FNP-BC
Exploring the Human Trafficking of Children and Adolescents Through a Health Promotion Lens: An Integrative Review of Nursing Literature – RN, APRN
This presentation describes an urgent need for nurse involvement in health promotion efforts to support the psychosocial wellbeing of trafficked youth. An integrative review of extant literature in this field illuminates the strengths and shortcomings of existing interventions, and suggests opportunities for advancement in psychiatric-mental health nursing research and practice. Abstract
Presenters: Brianna Jackson, MScN, RN
BREAK
1:25pm ET – 1:55pm ET
Community Recharge
Join in activities and games designed to help you connect with fellow attendees.
Poster Gallery
Visit the interactive gallery to engage with the presentations and earn up to 5 contact hours for time spent viewing and evaluating the posters.
POSTER GALLERY: MEET THE PRESENTER & EXHIBIT HALL DEDICATED TIME
1:55pm ET – 2:55pm ET
During this dedicated time, visit the Virtual Poster Hall to chat with poster presenters and ask questions in real time. Earn up to 5 contact hours Wednesday - Sunday for time spent viewing and evaluating the posters.
Visit the Exhibit Hall to engage with industry stakeholders.
PRODUCT THEATER
2:55pm ET – 3:55pm ET
The Management of Bipolar Depression
Presenter: Tina Matthews-Hayes, NP
No Contact Hours Provided
Sponsoring Company: AbbVie
Attend the full session to receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card from APNA.
2021: Advanced Practice
4:05pm ET - 4:50pm ET
Survivors of Torture: Providing Psychiatric Services to Asylees and Refugees – RN, APRN
Through a series of vignettes, this presentation will illustrate how uniquely suited the psychiatric nurse practitioner can be in providing culturally sensitive, trauma informed care to the asylee/refugee population experiencing complex PTSD. Abstract
Presenters: Molly Willis, MSN, RN; Connie Quach, RN
2022: Complementary & Alternative Therapies
4:05pm ET -4:50pm ET
Improve Communication using Improvisation Theater Techniques – APRN
Improvisation techniques are a novel method to teach communication techniques to APRN students. Evidence has shows an improvement in empathy scores after completing a standardized patient scenario. Additionally, these techniques have been shown to improve overall provider communication confidence. Abstract
Presenters: Christianne Nesbitt, DNP, RN, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BC; Karen Higgins, DNP, FNP-BC
2023: Women's Health
4:05pm ET - 4:50pm ET
Reproductive Grief Care: Giving Permission to Grieve – RN, APRN
Approximately two million couples experience reproductive loss every year and often without the support necessary to make sense of their loss. This course will help nurses to recognize reproductive loss, grief reactions, and help patients to actualize the loss, validate the grief, and begin to cope with those experiences. Abstract
Presenter: Kathryn Rae Grauerholz, MSN, NP, ACHPN
2024: Child & Adolescent
4:05pm ET- 4:50pm ET
Improving Sleep and Emotional Self-Regulation in Youth with Mental Health Disorders: A Quality Improvement Project – RN, APRN
This presentation offers strategies on effective psychological and behavioral interventions to improve sleep and emotional self-regulation in children and adolescents with mental health disorders, demonstrated through a quality improvement project. Abstract
Presenter: Katherine E. Maxwell, DNP, APRN-CNP
2025: Graduate Education
4:05pm ET- 4:50pm ET
Modeling Course Work to Reflect Practice: Using Narrative Pedagogy for DNP-PMHNP Education – APRN
This presentation explores a DNP-PMHNP curriculum based on narrative pedagogy. Student are at the center this active learning process. Faculty are collaborators, consultants and co-learners. Learning activities, assignments and the processes of learning will be shared. This format assures graduates can provide to high quality care and be transformational leaders. Abstract
Presenters: Ruth Staten, PhD, APRN
2026: Research: Resilience
4:05pm ET- 4:50pm ET
The Relationship Between Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Gastrointestinal Disease in United States Military Veterans – RN, APRN
This presentation introduces research identifying the relationship between PTSD and GI disease in US Veterans and introduces implications for future research and clinical practice. Abstract
Presenter: Kelsey Kent, PhD, PMHNP-BC
2031: Research
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Behavioral Health Patients' Perception of Benefits Associated with a Peer Support Program – RN
SAMHSA Recovery Model identifies recovery as a goal for Behavioral Health. Attendees will learn: 1) Qualifications and education necessary to become a Peer Support Specialist; 2) Role and responsibilities of a Peer Support Specialist; and 3) Interventions used by Peer Support Specialists to provide support to behavioral health patients. Abstract
Presenters: Joan Godbold, BS, RN-BC; Jill Snelders, BS, MBA, CTRS; Sarah Eckardt, MA, MS
2032: Practice
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Tele-Behavioral Health: Development and Implementation of a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Run Clinic – RN, APRN
This presentation discusses development and implementation of an NP run tele-behavioral health clinic and tele-precepting recommendations. This is a mutually beneficial collaboration for improving access to care and patient outcomes as well as expanding PMHNP programs for providing additional clinical and precepting opportunities. Abstract
Presenters: Tarah Lewis, DNP, PMHNP-BC; JoEllen Schimmels, DNP, PMHNP-BC
2033: Women's Health
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Women & ADHD/ADD: Closing the Gender Gap – RN, APRN
A paradigm shift in our understanding of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder/attention-deficit disorder (ADHD/ADD) in women is needed. Failure to recognize phenotypic gender differences can lead to significant undertreatment and poorer outcomes. As a female PMH-RN diagnosed at age 30, this session will be presented from an academic, professional, and personal perspective. Abstract
Presenter: Brynne Calleran, MSN, BSN, BS, NE-BC, IN/RN-BC, PMH/RN-BC
2034: Advanced Practice
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Using the Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale (BPRS) as a Symptom Assessment Tool in Measurement-Based Care – RN, APRN
This interactive presentation teaches participants to rate psychiatric symptoms using a structured interview, the Brief Psychiatric Rating Scale. The goal is to build and/or expand assessment skills for rating initial symptom severity and for monitoring symptom change over time to improve quality of treatment within a measurement-based care approach. Abstract
Presenters: Joseph Ventura, PhD; Donna Rolin, PhD, APRN, PMHCNS-BC, PMHNP-BC
2035: Emergency Departments
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Implementation of a Protocol-Driven Medical Clearance Algorithm in Behavioral Health Crisis Services – RN, APRN
This protocol-driven medical clearance algorithm aims to improve assessment of patients with psychiatric symptoms that present for emergency services. Presenter will review processes for assessing presenting symptoms and significant clinical findings from the history and physical; tracking disposition type and length of stay; and monitoring a measure of patient safety. Abstract
Presenter: Sara B. Bortner, RN, BSN, DNP-Candidate
2036: Substance Use
5:00pm ET - 5:45pm ET
Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) as a Treatment Modality for Substance Use Disorders – RN, APRN
This presentation will discuss Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) as a treatment modality for patients with substance abuse disorders. Participants will be presented an overview of EMDR and how its implementation can be utilized for patients with SUD along with findings from a research study. Abstract
Presenters: Anka Roberto, DNP, PMHNP-BC, APRN, MPH; Jodi Protokowicz, PhD, RN; Ruthanne Palumbo, DNP, RN, CNE
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Mental Magic …and then…. Virtual Dance Party! |
SYMPOSIUM
7:00pm ET - 8:00pm ET
1.0 Contact Hours
Achieving and Maintaining Improved Quality of Life in Patients with Tardive Dyskinesia
Presenters: Richard Jackson, MD; Amber Hoberg, NP
This activity is provided by North American Center for Continuing Medical Education (NACCME).
Attend the full session to receive a $10 Amazon e-gift card from APNA.
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*This session’s contact hours pertain to pharmacology. Because states' requirements may vary, contact your Board of Nursing for more information.
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