You will identify ways to implement the six principles of Integrative Nursing in your work setting, then learn how to practice and apply specific integrative therapies at work, in alignment with the research evidence and safety and quality considerations. In short, you will be ready to partner with patients on developing a plan of integrative care that fits their needs and preferences. Each course is eligible for Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards.
Overview
Syllabus
Course 1: Introduction to Integrative Nursing
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course is designed for nurses who are drawn to practice in a different way – nurses who value ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course provides an overview of essential oil therapy and current aromatherapy practices in clinical ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Acupressure
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course provides an overview of the basic principles and applications of acupressure for patient ... Enroll for free.
Course 4: Guided Imagery
- Offered by University of Minnesota. In this course, you will learn how you can use imagery and imagery interventions to help with symptom ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare
- Offered by University of Minnesota. By the end of this course, you will be able to assess when mindfulness may be helpful for your patients ... Enroll for free.
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course is designed for nurses who are drawn to practice in a different way – nurses who value ... Enroll for free.
Course 2: Aromatherapy: Clinical Use of Essential Oils
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course provides an overview of essential oil therapy and current aromatherapy practices in clinical ... Enroll for free.
Course 3: Acupressure
- Offered by University of Minnesota. This course provides an overview of the basic principles and applications of acupressure for patient ... Enroll for free.
Course 4: Guided Imagery
- Offered by University of Minnesota. In this course, you will learn how you can use imagery and imagery interventions to help with symptom ... Enroll for free.
Course 5: Mindfulness in Integrative Healthcare
- Offered by University of Minnesota. By the end of this course, you will be able to assess when mindfulness may be helpful for your patients ... Enroll for free.
Courses
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This course provides an overview of essential oil therapy and current aromatherapy practices in clinical settings and gives you the skills to bring aromatherapy into your own practice. By the end of the course, you will be able to: a) explain what essential oils are to a patient and how they work; b) assess if an essential oil might be beneficial to a patient, considering patient preference and the research evidence, as well as any safety issues or contraindications; and c) suggest a protocol for use in a clinical setting. Continuing Education Credits This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
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By the end of this course, you will be able to assess when mindfulness may be helpful for your patients or clients, educate them about its potential benefits, and refer them to mindfulness programs and resources. To begin, you will explore what mindfulness is (and is not) through presentations and direct experience. You will also learn about the research supporting the benefits (and risks) of mindfulness for various conditions, as well as how to identify contraindications. Finally, you will learn about the benefits of this practice for you as a busy healthcare provider. Continuing Education Credit This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 10 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
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In this course, you will learn how you can use imagery and imagery interventions to help with symptom management and healing, as well as to enhance overall health and wellbeing. You will experience a variety of imagery interventions and evaluate how they might be helpful in providing relief or enhancing quality of life. By the end of the course, you will know how to assess if guided imagery is appropriate in specific situations or with specific patients. You will be able to find and evaluate guided imagery scripts and recordings you might use. Most importantly, you will learn how to write and record effective guided imagery scripts of your own for specific needs at work or in your personal life. Continuing Education Credit This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 14.5 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
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This course is designed for nurses who are drawn to practice in a different way – nurses who value whole-person care and know that the essence of nursing practice is truly caring and healing. You will learn about the principles and practices of Integrative Nursing and how you can be a healing presence to all you serve. Then, you will do an integrative assessment and apply the principles of Integrative Nursing to improve symptom management and overall patient outcomes. Finally, you will explore ways to become a leader in Integrative Nursing and create new patient care models. Continuing Education (CE) Credits This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 12 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
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This course provides an overview of the basic principles and applications of acupressure for patient symptom management and self-care. By the end of the course, you will be able to: a) explain basic concepts of East Asian Medicine (EAM); b) describe clinical indications for acupressure and the evidence base for its use in symptom management; c) identify various methods of administering acupressure, and clinical contraindications/precautions associated with each; d) demonstrate acupoint protocols for the management of pain, gastrointestinal disturbances, and wellbeing; e) demonstrate an acupressure treatment session; including assessment, administration of acupoint therapy, and evaluation of treatment effect; and f) determine a plan of action for incorporating acupressure into your professional practice and self-care routines. Continuing Education Credits This course has been designed to meet Minnesota Board of Nursing continuing education requirements for 15 contact hours and may be eligible for CE credit from other professional boards that allow self-documenting of continuing education activities. It is your responsibility to check with your regulatory board to confirm this course meets your local requirements and, if necessary, to provide them with the certificate of completion you get if you pay for and fulfill all the requirements of this course.
Taught by
Alex Haley, Deborah Ringdahl, Janet Tomaino, DNP, Kim Christensen, Louise Delagran, Mary Jo Kreitzer, Megan Voss and Susan Thompson, DNP
