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Nurse Practitioners of Oregon Education Conference
Hood River, OR
September 29 - October 1, 2022
The Nurse Practitioners of Oregon education committee is excited to announce the NPO Annual Education Conference will be held in Hood River, Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2022. This year's conference will focus on celebrating our nursing profession.
The conference is designed to support the professional practice and
learning needs of nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists,
advanced practice nurses, physician assistants and other interested
health care providers by providing a variety of evidence-based
educational topics.
Topics
The conference will feature three primary tracks (but not limited to) of Psych/Mental Health, Pediatrics, and
Primary Care. We will feature sessions such as Leading the Way: Practice and Power in the Nursing Profession, Finding Your NP Voice
, Strategy, Resilience, and Hope: Forging a Better Future Together, and several hands-on workshop sessions.
Conference Handouts and Documents
Continuing Education
Learners can earn up to 21.5 nursing continuing professional development contact hours, which includes up to 6.82 pharmacotherapeutic contact hours (not including the PCSS MAT Buprenorphine Waiver Training).
To obtain a CE certificate from NPO for this activity, the learner must complete the following criteria:
- Attend one or more sessions
- Complete the online evaluation for each session attended or by no later than Oct. 31, 2022.
Participants who successfully complete the above requirements will receive a CE certificate from the Nurse Practitioners of Oregon for the contact hours claimed during the evaluation process. Participants should only claim the sessions which were attended
in full. Any participant who has NOT claimed their contact hours by Oct. 31, 2022 will NOT receive a CE certificate.
Oregon Nurses Association is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
The evaluations can be accessed via the mobile app or the link in the emails sent before and after the conference. If you have difficulties accessing the evaluations, please contact NPO@OregonRN.org.
Conference Fees
Conference fees include: attendance at the conference, breakfasts, Thursday and Saturday lunch, Friday’s NPO Business Luncheon, beverages and snacks.
- NPO Member Rate is for members of ONA/NPO or members of other state nurses associations that are affiliated with the American Nurses Association. Proof of membership in other state nurses associations required.
- Non-Member Rate is for NPs and CNSs who are not a member of NPO, physicians, physician assistants, and all allied health professionals.
- NP Student Rate is for students who are currently enrolled in an NP program. Proof of enrollment will be required.
- Retired NP Member Rate is for NPO members who have had their license officially retired with the Oregon State Board of Nursing.
WORKSHOP FEES
The hands-on workshop sessions available during the conference will be charged a $25 fee for each session you attend to cover materials costs.
CANCELLATIONS
Cancellations must be received on or before Sept. 23, 2022. An administrative fee of $50 will be deducted from all refunds. No refunds will be given after Sept. 23, 2022. Written cancellations should be emailed to NPO@oregonrn.org.
BECOME AN NPO MEMBER AND SAVE
NPO is currently holding a year-long membership drive, featuring a 1-year membership in NPO for only $250. If you are not yet a member of NPO, you can join for only $250 and save up to
$300 on conference registration fees. Complete the membership application linked below, then within 2 business days you will receive your login information to register for the conference at a member rate.
If you have any questions, please email NPO@OregonRN.org.
Registration
Online registration is now closed. On-site registration is available at the event.
PCSS MAT Buprenorphine Waiver Training
NPO is excited to team up with Providers Clinical Support System (PCSS) to provide a 4-hour session as part of a MAT Buprenorphine Waiver Training. The session will be held as one of our breakout sessions.
To apply for a waiver to prescribe buprenorphine, nurse practitioners (NPs) must, in accordance with the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA), complete 24 hours of specialized training*. The training includes 8 hours of MAT waiver training
and an additional 16 hours of training for APRNs and PAs. This session will provide 4 in-person hours toward the 8 hours required for the waiver training, followed by an online training module provided by PCSS to complete the waiver training. *(currently
a waiver is not required for up to 30 patients however many would like the training to be more competent in their prescribing).
At the end of the 8 hour MAT waiver training for NPs through PCSS, participants will receive a CE Certificate for 8.0 continuing nursing education contact hours (8.0 contact hours in pharmacology) provided by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry
(AAAP).
This session is part of the conference, but for those who want to attend this session only, you can register for this standalone session at no cost. Use the registration option above and select the “MAT Buprenorphine Waiver Training ONLY on Sept. 29”
option.
After signing up for this session here on the conference webpage, you will be required to complete a separate registration directly though the PCSS website so you can receive the training materials via email in advance and so you can complete certification
of class/education on the day of the training. There will be NO onsite option to register for this class. Both registration processes must be completed before the conference registration deadline.
NOTE: You will have to complete both the in-person training AND the online portion to receive any CE for this session. The CE is provided by AAAP, not NPO or the Oregon Nurses Association.
Joint Accreditation Statement: In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry (AAAP) and Nurse Practitioners of Oregon. American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry is jointly
accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Featured Speakers
Dr. Margaret Fitzgerald, DNP, FNP-BC, NP-C, FAANP, CSP
 Dr. Margaret Fitzgerald is a clinician, entrepreneur, author,
and speaker. She is founder of Fitzgerald, a leading national provider of NP certification preparation and CE. Dr. Fitzgerald has contributed to the advancement of the nursing profession and practice through numerous publications and presentations.
A sought-after national speaker, Dr. Fitzgerald is a recognized for her pharmacology, clinical assessment, and infectious disease expertise. Dr. Fitzgerald practices at a federally qualified health center in Lawrence, MA, where for more than 3 decades
she has provided family, primary, and urgent care. She serves on the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee at one of New England’s largest HMOs. Dr. Fitzgerald’s book, Nurse Practitioner Certification Exam Prep received the prestigious AJN Book of the
Year award. She is also Adjunct Associate Professor at Case Western Reserve University, in Cleveland, Ohio. A tenacious advocate, her achievements have earned her many honors.
Marla E. Salmon, Sc.D., RN, FAAN
 Dr. Salmon is Professor of Nursing and Global Health, and Adjunct
Professor of Public Policy and Governance, at the University of Washington. Her career has focused on expanding the reach of nursing and public health to improve the health of people around the world.
Salmon’s leadership roles have included:
US Government Chief Nursing Officer as Director of the Division of Nursing, US Department of Health and Human Services Nursing; Chair of the World Health Organization’s Global Advisory Group for Nursing and Midwifery; founding director of the Lillian
Carter Center for International Nursing; and, dean of nursing Emory University and the University of Washington. Governing and advisory board service includes: White House Taskforce on Healthcare Reform; Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Board of Trustees;
American Academy of Nursing Board; and Sigma Theta Tau, International, Grifols, S.A., and Grifols, Inc. Current boards include the Refugee Women’s Alliance, IESAbroad, Inc., and Direct Relief.
Jennifer S. Mensik Kennedy, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN
Jennifer S. Mensik Kennedy is currently an assistant professor for the OHSU School of Nursing. Her nursing career started in a critical access hospital and continued within the community as a home health and hospice nurse. Jennifer earned a PhD in Nursing
from the University of Arizona College of Nursing with a major focus in health systems and a minor in public administration from the Eller College of Management. Dr. Mensik has extensive leadership experience in non-profit and academic medical centers
and health systems. Additionally, she has taught and written courses for DNP, masters, and undergraduate programs. She has authored numerous publications including the books, the books, “Lead, Drive, and Thrive in the System” and “The Nurse Mangers
Guide to Innovative Staffing” and co-author for “A Nurse’s Step-By-Step Guide to Transitioning to the Professional Nurse Role,” The Power of Ten, second edition” and a chapter writer for the book “The Career Handoff: A Healthcare Leader’s Guide to
Knowledge & Wisdom Transfer Across Generations.” She has served nationally for the American Nurses Association as Treasurer Board of Directors and was prior ANA BOD 2nd Vice President and Director at Large, and was recently elected as the incoming
President.
COVID-19 Safety Policy
To ensure the health and safety of all participants, ONA/NPO has established the following COVID-19 Safety Policy for the conference.
Vaccination/Testing Requirement
ONA/NPO requires all registrants, speakers,
and staff either provide proof of vaccination* (two shots of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one shot of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) to attend. Or, un-vaccinated registrants need to provide proof of a negative test each day prior to attending
the event.
Rapid tests will be available at the event for those that need them.
All exhibitors will need to provide proof of vaccination* (two shots of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, or one shot of the Johnson & Johnson
vaccine) to have a booth at the event.
*If you have questions or concerns about the vaccination/testing requirement, please contact News@oregonRN.org before registering for the event.
Masking Policy
Masking will be required at all times, except when actively eating or drinking. KN95 or better are preferred, but surgical masks are acceptable. ONA/NPO will have surgical masks available at the event.
Social distancing guidelines
will be observed.
We will continue to adapt our COVID-19 safety policy as more is learned about the virus and variants and will be sure to communicate any changes to all attendees.
Other Events
There are various meetings and dinners taking place during the conference that are not directly related to the conference and have no continuing education hours attached. NPO Conference attendees are invited to take part in the events listed below.
- Time to Take Action: When You Should Use RYBELSUS® for Adults With T2D
Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 at 7:00 p.m
Three Rivers Grill, 601 Oak St., Hood River, OR 97031
Click here to learn more
To RSVP or if you have questions about this program, please call TIM IHLE at +1 503-504-2000 or email tmih@novonordisk.com
- OHSU FNP Preceptor Recognition and Award Breakfast
Friday, Sept. 30, 2022 at 7 a.m.
Click here to learn more
RSVP to Kimberly Poole at POOLEK@OHSU.EDU
Conference Essentials
Business casual attire is acceptable for the meetings. Meeting rooms are air-conditioned. For comfort, a jacket or sweater is suggested. Laptops and hand-held devices are welcome for note taking during sessions. Limited Wi-Fi is available in the conference
areas. The Exhibit Hall will be open Thursday and Friday with the latest in clinical practice products and services.
ADA COMPLIANCE: In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, NPO seeks to make this conference accessible to all. If you have a disability which might require special accommodations, please contact us at (503) 293-0011 or NPO@oregonrn.org.
CHILDREN AND PETS: Children, infants and pets are not permitted in any educational session. For safety and insurance reasons, children, infants and pets are not permitted in the exhibit hall.
Hotel and Lodging
NPO had a room block reserved at a special conference rate for attendees at the Best Western Plus Hood River Inn, but the deadline to reserve was Sept. 1. You can call the hotel directly at 1-800-828-7873 about any possible availability.
Individual rooms may cancel up to 24 hours prior to arrival. Should any individual cancel after 24 hours the individual will be charged 1 night at the group rate plus tax.
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