41. Nutrigenomics and Optimal Mental Health-How to Empower Lifestyle Change
Karen Wolfe, MBBS (Syd). MA
Participants will learn some of the genetic variants and behavior modifications (epigenetics) that are particularly important for mental health. The powerful part is then to learn actionable steps to apply the key lifestyle habits and priority areas revealed by genetic testing for optimal health.
Track: Practice, Education, Research, Personal & Professional Development, Advanced Practice, Nurse Coaching (I, A)
42. Developing Holistic Nurses as Racial Healers and Leaders For Social and Health Equity
Roxane Chan, PhD, BSN, MS, AHN-BC, & Lillian Brooks, MBA, PhD
The purpose of this presentation is to expand participants self-awareness and ability to discuss social and health justice issues around racism. Participants will discuss oppression and privilege and explore their personal experience of racism by participating in a Racial Healing Circle using reflexive practice, storytelling and compassionate listening.
Track: Practice, Praxis, Personal & Professional Development (I)43. Racism in Healing Spaces: Putting Race on the Table
Mary Szczepanski, MS, RN, HNB-BC, CHTP/I, & Bonnie Johnson, RN, MS, HNB-BC, CHTP/I
This presentation was developed for nurses and others who are interested in breaking the code of silence, which maintains systemic racism. We will discuss advantages of white privilege and subsequent disadvantages to People of Color and how to create a future in which all humans are valued and respected.
Track: Practice, Education, Personal & Professional Development, Advanced Practice, Nurse Coaching (I)44. Nursing Fundamentals are the Backbone of Healing with Functional Medicine
Brigitte Sager, MSN, RN, ARNP, FNP-C, NCMP, NC-BC
The power of functional medicine to truly heal and promote wellness is a testament to holistic nursing fundamentals. We will explore specific based nursing interventions that are at the heart of functional medicine, their impact on patient outcomes, and the significant role nurses can play in this emerging field.
Track: Practice, Education, Personal & Professional Development (B, I)45.Training Managers in Nurse Coaching Skills to Help Transform Corporate Cultures
Linda Bark, PhD, RN, MCC, NC-BC, NBC-HWC, & Ann Webster, RN, HWNC-BC, ADS
Join us for a look into how to change the culture of a corporate setting using nurse coaching skills. See how a 6-month nurse coach training program has transformed daily practice for leaders in a behavioral healthcare setting that deals with drug and alcohol addiction.
Track: Practice, Education, Research, Personal & Professional Development, Advanced Practice, Nurse Coaching (I)46. Essential Elements of Aromatherapy Program Development
Denise Joswiak, BSN, RN, HNB-BC, CCA
Learn about and discuss crucial elements of a safe and effective aromatherapy program within an institution. Explore the evidence-based therapeutic properties and clinical applications of essential oils. This workshop empowers the participant to reflect on aromatherapy use in their practice and plan next steps to begin, renew or transform their healthcare facility's aromatherapy program.
Track: Practice, Education, Research, Praxis, Advanced Practice (I, E, A)47. Alzheimer's Disease: Holistic Nursing Interventions Transforming the Disease Trajectory
Michele Uhl, BSN, RN, LMT, NC-BC, ABS
This workshop will explore the evidence-based research regarding the prevention, the delay, and the reversal of Alzheimer's Disease. The holistic nurse, nurse practitioner and coach will gain insight regarding their role in the healing transformation of this disease by utilizing four key holistic nursing interventions and our holistic core values.
Track: Practice, Education, Research, Advanced Practice, Nurse Coaching (I, E, A)