CNE Event Calendar
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For assistance with registering for an event, please contact Gina Gulino-Payne, Conference Registrar at ggulinopayne@anselm.edu or telephone at (603) 641-7086.
Upcoming Events

This program is designed to equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge to recognize and manage emergent cardiac conditions in ambulatory care settings.
Topics include identifying and responding to chest pain, hypertensive emergencies, dissecting aneurysms, and cardiac dysrhythmias. Participants will review evidence-based treatment protocols and gain practical guidance on determining when to activate emergency services, transfer to the ER, or manage conditions in outpatient care.
Learning Outcome:
- By the end of this program, participants will be able to evaluate and differentiate emergent cardiac conditions in ambulatory care settings, implement evidence-based treatment protocols, and make informed decisions regarding the appropriate level of care, including when to activate emergency services, transfer to the ER, or manage conditions in outpatient settings.
Faculty:
- Wendy L. Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, FNAP

5 Nursing Contact Hours
Fee: $119
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This program will cover humane care methodologies, the integration of co-occurring condition management, unique challenges and strategies for LGBTQ-inclusive care and considerations for decreasing stigma.
Planned Agenda:
- Humane Approaches to Care and Treatment
- Co-Occurring Bipolar Disorder and Substance Use Disorders
- Providing LTGBTQ Affirmative and Inclusive Services in Healthcare Settings
- Hiding in Plain Sight: Decreasing Stigma and Increasing Support
Learning Outcome:
- By the end of the program participants will improve their knowledge of humane and affirming care practices to improve patient outcomes and promote a more inclusive and supportive healthcare environment for individuals affected by substance use disorders.
Faculty:
- Donna White, DNP
- Stephanie Nicols, PharmD
- Phil McCabe, CSW, CAS
- Kim LaMontagne, MBA
5.5 Nursing Contact Hours
Fee: $130
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The Art of Debriefing is Module 2 of 4 towards the Healthcare Simulation Educator Certificate
This is a 4 week course that runs from April 16 - May 14, with a synchronous online day on April 16 from 8:30 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Our innovative online certificate program is designed to explore the various components necessary to develop and run simulation scenarios within an academic or clinical setting.
Target Audience:
- Any nurse practicing in an education role who is interested in developing or working in a simulation program. This would be applicable to nurse educators in academia or healthcare facilities, preceptors, mentors, or staff nurses who are interested in learning more about this teaching pedagogy.
- Each module will earn 15 Nursing Contact Hours. Each module can be taken individually. In order to receive the certificate (60 contact hours), all 4 modules must be completed.
- Each module begins with one virtual live webinar from 08:30am- 4:00pm. The remainder of the program is completed online asynchronously.
Full brochure available
2025 Dates:
MARCH 12-April 8, 2025
Module1: Overview of Simulation
March 12, 8:30 am-4:00 pm as virtual live webinar; remainder of program online. Topics include: history, types of simulation, purpose, learning theory, learning styles, simulation lab resources
APRIL 16-MAY 14, 2025
Module 2: Art of Debriefing
April 16, 8:30 am-4:00 pm as virtual live webinar; remainder of program online. Topics include: purpose and importance of debriefing, role of facilitator, rules of debriefing, types of debriefing
OCTOBER 1-OCTOBER 28, 2025
Module 3: Designing and Implementing Simulation Scenarios
October 1, 8:30 am-4:00 pm as virtual live webinar; remainder of program online. Topics include: nursing education simulation framework, incorporating roles of facilitator and participant, educational practices, simulation outcomes and design characteristics
NOVEMBER 5-DECEMBER 2, 2025
Module 4: Trends in Healthcare and Use of Simulation to Impact Patient Outcomes
November 5, 8:30 am-4:00 pm as virtual live webinar; remainder of program online. Topics include: evaluation instruments, current research and trends in outcomes, trends in simulation, utilization of resources
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Join us for an engaging and educational symposium designed for nursing and other health professionals dedicated to post-stroke patient care. This event features sessions on a variety of critical topics, including the challenges of stroke mimics in EMS, quality improvement through documentation, acute and step-down care complexities, rehabilitation scoring, and hospice and palliative care options. Equip yourself with insights and practical strategies to elevate the quality of care you provide.
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Learning Outcome
Participants will deepen their understanding of post-stroke patient care, enhancing clinical competencies through the exploration of pre-hospital, acute, and rehabilitative challenges, effective documentation practices, interdisciplinary care strategies, and end-of-life considerations.
Target Audience:
The symposium is tailored for nursing professionals involved in the care of patients following a stroke, including:
- Registered Nurses working in emergency, critical care, step-down, or rehabilitation settings.
- Advanced Practice Nurses such as Nurse Practitioners and Clinical Nurse Specialists who play leadership roles in stroke care.
- Nursing Leaders and Managers focused on quality improvement and care coordination
- Educators and Case Managers responsible for training and guiding stroke care practices
- Interdisciplinary Team Members interested in enhancing collaborative care, including those involved in EMS or post-acute transitions
Earns: 6 Nursing Contact Hours
Planned Sessions
- EMS Mimics and Other Challenges
- Stroke in the Fast Lane: Challenges and Opportunites in the Emergency Department
- Documentation in the Critical Care Setting to Improve Quality Measures
- Step Down Challenges
- Scoring and Levels of Rehab
- Back to Basics- Assessment through all acuity levels
Distinguished Faculty
- Craig Clough, RP, EMS Coordinator, Concord Hospital Health System
- Timothy Lukovits, MD, Medical Director, Stroke Program, DHMC
- Karen Harris, MSN, RN, CPHQ, CPPS, Associate Vice President of Quality and Resource Management, HCA Capital Division, Washington D.C.
- Carrie MacLeod, PhD, Executive Director, Undergraduate Nursing, Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH
- Kristen Scanlon, MSN, AGNP-BC, Palliative Care Nurse Practioner, Lowell General Hospital, Lowell, MA
- Tricia Desrocher, PT, MS, CSRS, Northeast Rehabilitation Hospital Network
- Carley Westenfield, RN, MSN, CCRN, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH
- Ellen McGraw, RN, BSN, SCRN, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Lebanon, NH

This conference provides an essential opportunity for healthcare professionals to explore the complexities and rewards of hospice and palliative care. Featuring a multidisciplinary line-up of speakers, these sessions are designed to enhance skills in navigating difficult conversations, addressing conflict, and fostering meaningful connections with patients and families.
Highlights Include:
- Dealing with Difficult People: Strategies for managing challenging interactions with compassion and professionalism.
- Mitigating Conflict: Tools for identifying and resolving conflicts effectively in hospice and palliative care settings.
- Cognitive Rehearsal: Practice Session on Saying the Hard Things: Hands-on training to build confidence and skill in addressing sensitive topics.
- Hospice Options Across the Lifespan: A comprehensive look at hospice care tailored to different stages of life.
- Cultural Differences in Hospice and Palliative Care: Exploring how cultural backgrounds influence end-of-life care preferences and practices.
- Finding Peace at End of Life: Techniques and approaches for fostering peace and comfort for patients and their families.
Target Audience:
- Hospice and palliative care nurses
- APRNs in hospice and palliative care
- Social workers and counselors in hospice and palliative care settings
- Chaplains and spiritual care providers
- Long-term care and home care providers involved in hospice care
- Administrators and leaders in hospice organizations
- Any healthcare professionals who provide care or support to patients and families facing end-of-life challenges
Learning Outcome:
- By the end of the program, participants will enhance their knowledge about managing complex care situations, and describe ways to support diverse cultural and ethical needs, and conduct sensitive conversations in-home care, hospice and palliative care settings
6.5 Nursing Contact Hours
Fee: $159 (includes breakfast & lunch)
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Cultivating Nursing Professionalism through Education and Community is a dynamic, multiday event designed for nurse educators working in both academic and clinical environments. This conference brings together thought leaders and practitioners to explore innovative strategies and tools that elevate nursing education, foster professional growth, and build a sense of community among nurse educators.
With a blend of keynote sessions, hands-on workshops, concurrent sessions, and networking opportunities, attendees will gain insights into the latest trends and best practices in nursing education while addressing critical challenges such as cultural humility, technology integration, and fostering health equity. Participants will leave inspired and equipped to advance nursing professionalism in their institutions and beyond.
Session Descriptions and Faculty
- Target Audience: Academic Nursing Faculty and Leaders, Clinical Nurse Educators and Professial Development Specialists
- 15.5 Nursing Contact Hours available
- This is a 3-day conference: May 28-May 30, 2025
- Event location: Sea Crest Beach Hotel, North Falmouth, MA
Saint Anselm College is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
Event details for 32nd Annual Conference for Nurse Educators

This immersive 3-day intensive workshop is designed for nurses looking to build and advance their skills in aesthetic medicine. Combining Foundational Neurotoxins, Advanced Neurotoxins, and Dermal Fillers, this program provides a progressive learning experience, moving from core principles to expert-level techniques. Participants will gain a deep understanding of facial aesthetics, refine their injection skills, and develop confidence in performing neurotoxin and dermal filler treatments.
With 21 contact hours, including 16 hours of hands-on practice with live models under expert guidance, this workshop offers a comprehensive pathway for nurses committed to aesthetic excellence.
Program Breakdown:
Day 1:
- Foundational Neurotoxins – 2-hour didactic session covering the science, safety, and fundamental techniques of neurotoxins.
- Hands-On Practice – 4 hours of supervised injections on live models.
Day 2:
- Continued Hands-On Practice – 4 additional hours of neurotoxin injections, refining precision and technique.
- Advanced Neurotoxins & Dermal Fillers – 3-hour didactic session covering advanced applications, product selection, facial anatomy, and complication management.
Day 3:
- Full-Day Hands-On Practice – 8 hours of intensive training, focusing on advanced neurotoxin techniques and dermal filler injections for natural, balanced results.
Target Audience:
- Licensed nurses (RNs, NPs, LPNs) looking to enter or advance in aesthetic medicine.
- Aesthetic nurses wanting to strengthen their knowledge and expand their clinical expertise.
- Healthcare professionals seeking hands-on training in neurotoxins and dermal fillers under expert supervision.
Faculty:
- Ciara Dimou, DNP, AGNP-BC, WHNP-BC
- Co-provided with VAIN Academy
Learning Outcome:
By the end of this workshop, participants will be able to demonstrate competency in neurotoxin and dermal filler injection techniques, apply knowledge of facial anatomy to develop individualized treatment plans, safely administer aesthetic injections for optimal patient outcomes, and effectively recognize and manage complications while integrating these skills into their professional practice.
Earns 21 Nursing Contact Hours
Saint Anselm College is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
Learn more and Register Here: https://anselm.eventsair.com/CEPortal/cne-database/cne

Join Us for the 42nd Annual School Nursing Conference!
Dates: August 5-7, 2025
Location: Dana Center, Saint Anselm College, Manchester, NH
We’re back IN PERSON for this highly anticipated gathering of school nurses! The 42nd Annual Conference: Challenges & Changes in Today’s School Nursing is designed to equip school nurses with the latest insights, evidence-based practices, and networking opportunities to support student health and well-being.
Why Attend?
- Gain valuable knowledge from expert-led sessions on trauma-informed workplaces, pediatric health concerns, emergency response, and leadership in school nursing.
- Engage with distinguished faculty and featured speakers covering critical topics, including sex trafficking awareness, emergency preparedness, infectious rash identification, and integrative care.
- Participate in hands-on workshops, such as a Diabetes Escape Room and orthopedic assessments tailored for school settings.
- Network with colleagues from across the region, share experiences, and strengthen your professional community.
Featured Highlights:
- Keynote: From Red Flags to Recovery – A Survivor’s Story and the School Nurse’s Role in Ending Sex Trafficking – Jasmine Marino
- Full-Day Session with Wendy L. Wright, DNP, ANP-BC, FAANP on Head-to-Toe Evaluation of Children & Adolescents
- Plenary Sessions on Integrative Care & Building Resilience for school nurses and the students they serve
- Interactive discussions on 504s, IEPs, IHPs, and emergency response team development
Earn up to 16 contact hours while expanding your expertise in school health and nursing leadership.
Saint Anselm College is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Northeast Multistate Division Education Unit, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation
Learning Outcome: By the end of the multi-day school nurse conference participants will be able to describe enhanced interdisciplinary skills and discuss strategies for addressing diverse student health needs and fostering inclusive and supportive school environments.
Space is limited—register today!
- Learn more and register: https://anselm.eventsair.com/CEPortal/cne-database/cne
- Questions? Call 603-641-7086
Be part of the conversation. Be part of the change. See you in August!