Accredited
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Accredited
Education
/
Complimentary
Meal
/
Networking
Opportunities
Exhibitors: Interested in presenting during this event? Sign up today!
Each half-day event emphasizes the intersection of clinical expertise, patient advocacy, and practice culture, promising comprehensive insights and actionable strategies through two sessions essential to rheumatology professionals navigating the evolving healthcare landscape.
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In this program, learners will delve into the crucial role of social determinants of health (SDoH) in patient care, particularly within rheumatology. Participants will understand how factors such as socioeconomic status, race, and accessibility to healthcare can significantly affect disease outcomes and treatment options. The course offers insight into identifying and overcoming implicit biases to promote health equity, enhancing patient communication, and fostering a team-based approach to address SDoH effectively. Furthermore, it delves into the integration of mental health considerations within the SDoH framework, emphasizing the necessity of comprehensive strategies encompassing both mental and physical wellbeing for improved patient outcomes. This education will empower healthcare professionals with actionable knowledge and skills to catalyze systematic change, advocate for policies that promote health equity, and ultimately, improve the quality of life for patients managing chronic conditions.
Upon completion of the tactics described in this educational initiative, learners will be able to:
The Rheumatology Nurses Society is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (Provider No. P0500).
Learning is more fun with friends! Bring along a friend/colleague and you BOTH receive:
NOTE: Additional attendees must be a licensed RN or APP, attend the program in your city, and provide us with your name during check-in. One winner will be notified by Friday, January 31, 2025.
We have plenty of room at this free event, so bring along a colleague that could benefit from this content.
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (CT)
Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
One North Broadway Avenue
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73102
Faculty:
Teri Puhalsky, BSN, RN, CRNI
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (ET)
The Henry
300 Town Center Drive
Dearborn, MI 48126
Faculty:
Karen McKerihan, MSN, NP‑C
Saturday, January 25, 2025
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (MT)
Westin Phoenix Downtown
333 N. Central Ave
Phoenix, AX 85004
Faculty:
Devin Weidman, MSN, APRN‑C
TBD
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (ET)
Atlanta Airport Marriott Gateway
Room: Explorer
2020 Convention Center Concourse
Atlanta, GA 30337
Faculty:
Barbara Kienzle, BSN, RN
TBD
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (ET)
Renaissance Columbus Downtown Hotel
50 N 3rd St
Columbus, OH 43215
Faculty:
Karen McKerihan, MSN, NP-C
TBD
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (ET)
Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 S Water St
Mobile, AL 36602
Faculty:
Barbara Kienzle, BSN, RN
9:00-11:30 AM (CT)
Baton Rouge Marriott
5500 Hilton Avenue
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Faculty:
Joni Fontenot, RN
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (CT)
Sheraton Milwaukee Brookfield Hotel
375 South Moorland Road
Brookfield, WI 53005
Faculty:
Laura Dickmann, BSN, RN
Saturday, December 7, 2024
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (CT)
Kansas City Downtown Marriott
200 W 12th St
Kansas City, MO 64105
Faculty:
Gwendolyn Robinson, RN
9:00 AM – 1:15 PM (MT)
Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel
1550 Court Place
Denver, CO 80202
Faculty:
Nick Manwaring, MSN, APRN, FNP‑C
8437 Tuttle Avenue – Suite 404
Sarasota, FL 34243
ph: (800) 380‑7081 / fax: (410) 384‑4222
OUR MISSION
The Rheumatology Nurses Society (RNS) is a professional organization committed to empowering nurses through professional development and education to benefit its members, patients, family, and community.
We look forward to seeing you at Conference! Your registration discount code will be emailed to you.
Live Attendee Prizes
During our Dear Diary Webinars we will be raffling off a variety of prizes in addition to one grand prize per event. The grand prize will be chosen at random (from a selection of a massage gun, a portable bluetooth speaker, or a Kindle Fire tablet), and given away at the end of each session. Additionally, we will be raffling off prizes including registration to the Virtual 2021 14th Annual RNS Conference, an RNS mug, amazon gift cards and more. In total there will be 5 prizes given away per event.
Referral Contest
What better way to enjoy the Dear Diary Webinar, than with friends! We encourage you to refer friends or colleagues for your chance to win an Apple iPad Mini! In order for the entry to count, your referral must (a) include your first and last name in the referral field on their registration form, and (b) attend the broadcast they signed up for. Spread the word from now until March 25 and increase your chance to win!
Terms & Conditions.
Live Attendee Prizes
Throughout our live event, the RNS will be raffling off a variety of prizes. You must be present during the live event when the raffle is occuring to claim a prize. In addition to our raffles, the RNS will be giving away a select number of grand prizes. Raffles are chosen at random while grand prizes will be given away to those who qualify in the following areas: Top 3 Bingo Social Event winners, Highest Engagement Overall, Most Educational Questions Asked, and the “Find Elvis” Raffle. All grand prize winners (except for the Bingo Social Event winners) will be announced during the Farewell Reception at the end of the event. Bingo Social Event winners will be announced at the end of the social event. All winners must be present during the reception or social event to claim a prize. Additional details on how to play and qualify will be provided during the live event broadcast. See also, Terms & Conditions listed below and the event agenda for announcement dates and times.
Referral Contest
In order for the entry to count, your referral must (a) include your first and last name in the referral field on their registration form, and (b) complete the evaluation at the end of the event or OnDemand portion of the event. Winner will be contacted via email by May 30, 2021.
Terms & Conditions
Thyroid eye disease is often linked with other comorbidities, including many autoimmune diseases. In this session, learn how thyroid eye disease presents itself in patients with other rheumatic conditions.
We will be getting this registration up and running in the next couple of days.
Please check back soon!
Take a crash course on common rheumatic diseases seen in patients. This session will cover the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and treatments of the following diseases:
Take a crash course on common rheumatic diseases seen in patients. This session will cover the pathophysiology, diagnostic criteria, and treatments of the following diseases:
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In addition to great evidence-based and accredited education we have great prizes to give away! Throughout the Virtual 2021 14th Annual RNS Conference we will be giving away Apple Airpods Pro, Apple Watch Series 6, Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine Bundle, Nintendo Switch Lite Game Console, Ring doorbell, and more.
You will be able to win these prizes by earning points throughout the conference. Rack up points by being an active participant throughout the conference, attending all conference sessions, visiting with our exhibitors and exhibitor pages, and more!
Live Attendee Prizes
Throughout our live event, the RNS will be raffling off a variety of prizes. You must be present during the live event when the raffle is occurring to claim a prize. In addition to our raffles, the RNS will be giving away a select number of grand prizes. Raffles are chosen at random while grand prizes will be given away to those who qualify in the following areas: Top Leaderboard Winners and Top Completed Poll Participation During Accredited Sessions. All grand prize winners will be announced during the Farewell Reception at the end of the event. All winners must be present when the winner is announced to claim a prize.
Referral Contest
In order for the entry to count, your referral must (a) include your first and last name in the referral field on their registration form, and (b) complete the evaluation at the end of the event or OnDemand portion of the event. Winner will be contacted via email by Sept 6, 2021.
Terms & Conditions
Patients with rheumatic diseases, (from rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, or lupus) have many questions and concerns. This booklet will provide an overview of some of the most common questions patients ask and equip you to answer them efficiently.
Topics include:
Autoimmune and inflammatory disorders, which account for the majority of rheumatic diseases, occur when an individual’s body mistakenly attacks itself. As patients experience different symptoms and challenges, this booklet will supply you with simple answers for complex concerns patients have regarding their immune system.
Topics include:
Every woman’s journey through rheumatic disease is unique, filled with twists and turns as life’s challenges come and go. To adequately support and assist female patients, this booklet will equip you to answer the many different questions and concerns women with rheumatic diseases face.
Topics include:
Over the last several decades, scientific advances have led to the development of new treatment approaches for patients with systemic, immune-mediated rheumatic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Many of these new medications are biologic agents. Learn more about the coming wave of biosimilars and how to effectively communicate appropriate responses to common–and challenging–questions patients with rheumatic disease are asking.
Topics include:
The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is unknown. RA appears to arise from a mix of genetic risk factors, environmental exposures, and chance. Patients diagnosed with RA have many questions, this guide will help you navigate their challenges and concerns.
Topics include:
Due in part to its uncommon nature, rheumatology nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants are often challenged in answering questions from patients newly diagnosed with Behçet’s disease. It is important to be able to properly and effectively communicate appropriate responses.
Topics include:
Gout affects an estimated 9 million individuals throughout the United States. Many patients with gout have questions about their condition and treatment options, particularly following a recent diagnosis. By providing patients with evidence-based answers to common questions, providers can help alleviate patient concerns and emphasize the importance of interventions that can help prevent flares and long-term damage.
Topics include:
Rheumatology healthcare providers spend a good part of their day educating patients about their disease, alleviating concerns about treatment and making sure that patients are armed with the information they need to give them the best chance at reaching their personal treatment goals. This booklet will equip you to navigate and support your patient to best manage their condition.
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The events during the summer of 2020 sparked by the murder of George Floyd by a police officer in public raised the awareness of racism in this country and sparked an outcry from every part of this society. Interestingly, many were surprised that there are various forms of racism and that it has existed in this country since it was colonized by Europeans. Policies, laws, and social structures were put in place to promote some groups of people as superior and others as inferior. Citizenship, voting rights, education and housing policies that discriminate are well-documented and persist today.
Health care disparities in this country is another area that have their roots in bias, discrimination and racism. The concept of “race” itself, false scientific attributes awarded to various races, medical decisions, policies, treatments, and research have been influenced by bias and racism.
This talk is to provide information about the historical events leading to the existence of structural racism in this country and how it has permeated the healthcare system. The presentation will begin with a series of definitions to provide a shared mental model to the participants. This will be followed by examples in the medical literature of how bias, discrimination and racism have affected health care both on the micro and macro levels. Finally, recommendations on how to recognize and confront bias, discrimination and racism in health care will be provided. Along with PowerPoint slides, short video clips will be used to demonstrate and augment the points made in the lecture.
Lupus nephritis (LN) impacts a large proportion of patients with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Because of this, it is vitally important for providers to be able to identify the manifestations of the disease in patients. In this session, learners will take away key identifying presentations of the disease, as well as learn about the most up-to-date research and treatment options.
Which treatment option would you choose? In this session, learners will walk through different case studies with our presenters on multiple disease states, including lupus nephritis, psoriatic arthritis, and non-radiographic axial spondylitis. Be prepared to respond as this is an interactive session!
Live Attendee Prizes
During this webinar we will be raffling off a variety of prizes in addition to one grand prize. The grand prize, an Apple Watch (Series 6) will be given away at the end of the session. Additionally, we will be raffling off prizes including registration to the Virtual 2021 14th Annual RNS Conference, a one year RNS Membership, and an Uber Eats Gift Card.
Referral Contest
In order for the entry to count, your referral must (a) register and attend the live event and (b) include your first and last name in the referral field on their evaluation at the close of the event. Winner will be contacted via email by June 17, 2021.
Terms & Conditions
Member at Large
Director of Infusion Services
Articularis Healthcare
Charleston, SC
Member at Large
Nurse Practitioner
McBride Orthopedic Hospital
Edmond, Oklahoma
Member at Large
Nurse Practitioner
Arthritis, Rheumatic and Back Disease Associates
Voorhees, New Jersey
Treasurer
Nurse Practitioner
Comer Children’s Hospital
New Lenox, IL