Archived Webinars

Webinars

As a valued member of our community, we are pleased to inform you that the Society of Trauma Nurses (STN) offers a range of webinars tailored exclusively for our members. These webinars represent a vital resource for professional development and are designed to enhance your knowledge and skills in the field of trauma nursing.

Please note that all enduring materials for our on-demand webinars will be available for a period of one calendar year from the date of recording. We encourage you to take full advantage of these learning opportunities within that timeframe.

To locate the webinars available to you, please refer to the table below. You can easily access the recordings by clicking on either the thumbnail image associated with the webinar or the "watch" button provided.

Please keep in mind that while comprehensive session descriptions are publicly accessible, only STN members can view the full video recordings and submit for CE credits. To access these resources, please ensure that you are logged into the website with your member credentials.

We appreciate your commitment to advancing your professional development and look forward to supporting your journey through our educational offerings.

The Society of Trauma Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This accreditation ensures that our webinars meet the highest standards for educational excellence, allowing you to earn valuable continuing education credits.

Webinar Title	Recorded	Link
A Beginners Guide to Writing an Article for the Journal of Trauma Nursing Learning Objectives: Nurses will be able to format an article for publication Members who are logged will be provided with a CE Credit link (below) for the duration of 3 years from the original presentation date (noted above). After 3 years, CE will no longer be made available. Members however are still welcome to watch the presentation independently for non-CE credit. {show accessl...	05/25/2022	WATCH
Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome and the Trauma Patient This webinar will discuss alcohol’s effect on the brain, define alcohol use disorder (AUD) and alcohol withdrawal syndrome (AWS), discuss use of the CIWA-Ar tool, and list treatment options for AWS. Members who are logged will be provided with a CE Credit link (below) for the duration of 3 years from the original presentation date (noted above). After 3 years, CE will no longer be made avai...	03/02/2022	WATCH
All Hands on Deck: OB Trauma This webinar will present a case study of an OB trauma patient. The case will discuss prehospital SMART triage and the prehospital and hospital care of the patient, but most importantly, it will provide an overview of the performance improvement patient safety program for this patient. The PIPS process will be discussed along with the interaction of the OR and OB/NICU team in the care of this p...	09/22/2022	WATCH
Building a Hospital Wide Geriatric Trauma Program from the Ground Up Learning Objectives: Participate in key concepts of generational health care with a focus on geriatric trauma Incorporate concepts of geriatric trauma into current geriatric program for cost effective Efficient care Interpret health metrics related to geriatric trauma and to explore guidelines and verification process Include administrative interest in programmatic build Members who...	11/30/2023	WATCH
Calcium in Trauma Resuscitation Trauma is an acute injury that presents a challenge in care, especially in complex cases. The complexity of the case is not necessarily related to the severity of the injury. Trauma patients requiring blood products present a unique challenge. Calcium should be included in your mass transfusion protocol and in the overall process of Trauma resuscitation. Learning Objectives: Describe the ro...	01/10/2023	WATCH
Ensuring Emergency Care for All Children: The National Pediatric Readiness Project Pediatric patients are a challenging population amongst the trauma patients and they have their own uniqueness. One of the challenges is confirming that the team is ready to provide care for the pediatric population. The Pediatric Readiness project was developed to assist centers in their preparation for the pediatric population due to many centers not being prepared based on the study. Learni...	05/16/2023	WATCH
Fluid Responsiveness and the Six Dynamic Pillars of Fluid Resuscitation Fluid resuscitation is a vital element in critical care. Since the advent of the concept of early goal-directed therapy, we have placed a huge emphasis on aggressive fluid resuscitation in patients with shock. Yet, there is huge variability in the current practice regarding fluid challenges (FC) that can lead to under- or overhydration of the compromised patient and have an impact on morbidity ...	11/02/2022	WATCH
Forensic Evidence Collection Training Based on Interpersonal Violence Markers Emergency department nurses are at the frontline of providing healthcare to trauma survivors who experience interpersonal violence. Texas mandates a two-hour evidence-collection training; however, a gap in care was noted regarding needs of the trauma survivors in the defining community. This study aims to evaluate interpersonal violence data and describe how the data can be used to inform emerg...	07/24/2024	WATCH
Hospital Violence Intervention Programs Members of our community are needlessly dying. There has been a dramatic increase in gun violence victims at an urban-suburban trauma center in Nashville, TN. We will demonstrate the need for and importance of Hospital Violence Intervention Programs (HVIP) to a community’s health. The speaker will show how to develop a comprehensive HVIP pilot at your institution and showcase how this injury pr...	04/12/2022	WATCH
Improving Care of Geriatric Trauma Patients Geriatric patients are a growing population amongst the trauma patients and they have their own uniqueness. Their differences are within their co-morbidities and the natural aging process. These differences can provide a challenge when caring for them. Learning Objectives: Describe the current strategies and future therapies to improve Trauma patient outcomes in the geriatric population ...	04/27/2023	WATCH
Improving Pediatric Outcomes with Virtual Support and the use of Pediatric Readiness Scores Rural facilities see Pediatric Trauma infrequently but are expected to respond with confidence. One rural facility experienced pediatric trauma that seemed chaotic and disorganized. Armed with this experience they completed the EMSC pediatric readiness score and noted multiple shortcomings. We will discuss how this facility has transformed pediatric trauma care in its facility with the support,...	09/12/2024	WATCH
Innovative Strategies for Integrating Mental Health Care after Traumatic Injury Traumatic injury can devastate the overall wellbeing of a patient, affecting not only physical health but also mental, emotional, and social aspects of their life. Whereas American College of Surgeons guidelines include screening and addressing mental health recovery in trauma centers, many trauma centers do not monitor and address emotional recovery, making it a priority to learn how to implem...	03/26/2024	WATCH
Lessons Learned from the Management of Hypothermia and Rhabdomyolysis While hypothermia can occur during any season, trauma patients are more vulnerable to it during the winter. The trauma patient is also exposed to severe consequences caused from rhapbdomyolysis and compartment syndrome. Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to describe the sequelae of hypothermia in the trauma patient, along with appropriate management. Additionally, partic...	01/26/2022	WATCH
Management of Acute Burn Injuries, the 1st 24 Hours Through current, evidence-based information, the nurse will discover proper acute care of the burn patient. The presentation will deliver case studies that highlight the role of the provider in the initial management of a burn patient including discussion of fluid resuscitation, intubation decisions, inhalation injuries, determining burn size, and treatment interventions. Acute burn care manage...	06/14/2023	WATCH
Maximizing the Use of Simulation Base Learning for Trauma Education This webinar will help the trauma nurse incorporate simulation into trauma education to improve team communication, skills, and outcomes. How to create an immersive environment will be discussed which can help create realistic situations for your leaners. We will wrap up with a discussion on the importance of pre-briefing and debriefing with various models presented. Learning Objectives: De...	02/28/2024	WATCH
Palliative Care in Pediatric Trauma This webinar will provide a brief overview of pediatric trauma and its unique challenges of specialized end-of-life care for children following major trauma. There will be a focus on the multidisciplinary approach to communication and shared decision-making that is required between health professionals and the child's family during the decision-making process. We will discuss the emotional and ...	01/17/2024	WATCH
Pediatric Trauma: What's the Difference? This webinar describes the anatomic and physiologic differences in pediatric trauma patients as opposed to adults, discusses certain injuries associated with these differences, and provides tips for rapidly identifying clues for shock in children. Members who are logged will be provided with a CE Credit link (below) for the duration of 3 years from the original presentation date (noted abov...	11/30/2021	WATCH
Prehospital Blood Administration in a Pediatric Patient - A Case Report Join us for a compelling webinar exploring the life-saving impact of prehospital blood administration in a challenging pediatric trauma case. When a 7-year-old girl in a rural county suffered a gunshot wound to the chest, quick action and innovative care by EMS made all the difference. From recognizing critical signs of hemorrhagic shock to administering the first unit of blood within 15 minute...	01/29/2025	WATCH
Setting You and Your Most Difficult Patient Up for Success Hypoxia in the critically ill or inured patient can lead to secondary injuries which will decrease the patient’s survivability or leave them with disability. Meeting the oxygen needs of the critically ill or injured patient can be challenging. Preparing your patient, as well as yourself for the rapid sequence induction (RSI) procedure prior to the initiation of RSI will ensure successful airway...	05/29/2024	WATCH
Strategies for Opioid Reduction in Trauma This lecture will provide the novice or experienced anesthesia provider an update on diverse approaches to analgesic alternatives that will allow reduction in the primary use of opioids. Benefits to this technique will be explored including potential ill effects to the patient through dormant practice. Specific topics reviewed will include: common types of traumatic injury, differentiation of u...	02/26/2023	WATCH
Suicide: How Do We Make a Difference? Suicide rates have risen dramatically over the past few years.It affects all ages, races and socioeconomic status. Suicide has become a major public health concern. It leaves us with the question: Whose problem is suicide? This presentation will increase awareness, identify ways to reduce stigma, and challenge the learner to explore personal values related to suicide. Each one of us can make a ...	07/13/2023	WATCH
The Art and Science of Distinguishing Disorders of Consciousness This lecture will broaden the knowledge of healthcare professionals working with individuals who have sustained a severe Brain Injury. This includes medical management, best practice in assessment and treatment options (safety, early mobility, cognition, etc.), strategies to support family/caregiver, and long-term care considerations. The interventions & techniques reviewed will enhance the...	10/24/2023	WATCH
The Basics of Burn Resuscitation and Referral for Trauma Nurses Burn patients present unique challenges to trauma teams, often requiring specialized treatment plans that may overlap with other types of trauma, such as blunt or penetrating injuries. Given that initial care frequently occurs outside of specialized burn centers, these cases offer valuable learning opportunities for trauma teams. The quality of care administered within the first critical hour c...	08/20/2024	WATCH
The Swiss Army Knife of Trauma Resuscitation The most versatile tool in the trauma nurses toolbox is ETCO2 and waveform capnography. This "Swiss Army Knife" of trauma care can be utilized in all specialties that provide care along the entire trauma continuum, and provides the ability to assess for respiratory and metabolic derangements. This session will review the use of ETCO2 as a means to obtain accurate, real time information as to pa...	12/07/2022	WATCH
Town Hall: Preparing for a Successful Virtual Survey During this one-hour session, content leader Tracy McDonald will share expert advice for virtual survey planning and implementation. Panelists representing Level I and Level III Trauma Centers will discuss their experience and advice from the field. Members who are logged will be provided with a CE Credit link (below) for the duration of 3 years from the original presentation date (noted ab...	02/24/2022	WATCH
Trauma Assessment From Cradle to Grave: Assessing the Pediatric, Bariatric, Geriatric and Pregnant Trauma Patient Learning Objectives: Identify the unique anatomic and physiologic characteristics in the pediatric, bariatric, geriatric and pregnant trauma patient Identify the differences in vital signs in the pediatric, bariatric, geriatric and pregnant trauma patient Utilize tips and information to better care for the pediatric, bariatric, geriatric and pregnant trauma patient Members who are lo...	07/19/2022	WATCH
Unlocking the Pelvic Puzzle: Multidisciplinary Management of Complex Pelvic Trauma This webinar will address the initial management principles for the injured patient who has sustained blunt trauma after a fall from height. We will review the differential diagnosis of injuries that can be sustained from falls from height. We will pay special attention to the management of complex pelvic fractures including acute / initial resuscitation and stabilization measures. We will disc...	08/23/2023	WATCH
When Cold Turns Critical: Examining Frostbite and it's Treatment Join us for a comprehensive overview of the pathophysiology and clinical presentation of frostbite patients, enhanced by visual case studies. We will discuss the initial management strategies for this patient population, focusing on how to distinguish when to implement basic wound care versus the initiation of limb-saving measures, including the use of tissue plasminogen activator (TPA) and oth...	11/20/2024	WATCH
When Minutes Count ... How to Document Comprehensive Minutes for PIPS Documentation of Performance Improvement and Patient Safety (PIPS) continues to be a challenge for trauma centers. Ensuring comprehensive PIPS minutes is key to successful PIPS documentation. This webinar will focus on how to ensure robust PIPS minutes including how to capture critical discussions. Discussion will also include how to incorporate PIPS minutes into the overall PIPS process. The A...	09/26/2023	WATCH
Whole Blood Program: Implementation in a Rural Trauma Center The Society of Trauma Nurses Membership Engagement Committee is pleased to invite you to participate in an upcoming journal club, featuring a discussion of the Journal of Trauma Nursing article, Whole Blood Program: Implementation in a Rural Trauma Center. The session will be moderated by Brody Eick and will include a presentation by the authors from Billings Trauma Program. They will discuss t...	02/13/2025	WATCH