The Secret Sauce to Retaining Nurse Residents: Clinical Mentor Extenders
This activity will feature a presentation by Dr. Priscilla Trewartha, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, and Ms. Maureen DeSena, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC, NPD-BC, NE-BC, from Inova. Their presentation, titled "The Secret Sauce to Retaining Nurse Residents: Clinical Mentor Extenders," will provide a detailed look into their innovative Clinical Mentor Extender Program. This program utilizes trained staff who offer crucial support to nurse residents within their units. The presentation will also delve into their unique referral algorithm, a tool that guides mentors in directing nurse residents towards the most suitable resources. Furthermore, they will share their program outcomes, including a compelling nurse resident testimonial and evidence of reduced staff turnover.
Target Audience
- Nurses
- Other Healthcare Professionals
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this activity, participants should be able to:
- Discuss innovative strategies to support nurse residents during their transition to practice.
- Apply one strategy discussed to support nurse residents in their clinical environment
FACULTY
Priscilla Trewartha, DNP, RN, NPD-BC
Clinical Educator Nursing, Systemized Programming
Inova Health System
Maureen DeSena, MSN, RN, ACNS-BC, NPD-BC, NE-BC
Director
Inova Health System
Planning Committee
Brittany Beckmann, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
NRP Sr. Programmatic Advisor
Vizient Inc.
Meg Ingram, MSN, RN
Sr Programmatic Advisor
Vizient, Inc.
Kelly Gallagher, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, NEA-BC
Director, Nursing Programs
Vizient Inc.
Dana Garcher, MS, RN
Sr. Programmatic Advisor
Vizient, Inc.
Vickie Adams, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Sr. Programmatic Advisor
Vizient, Inc.
Lindsay Ross, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CMSRN
Sr. Programmatic Advisor
Vizient, Inc.
Kaile Crawford, MSN, RN, NPD-BC
Sr. Programmatic Advisor
Vizient, Inc.
Marilu Kelly, MSN, RN, NPD-BC, CHCP
Director, Continuing Education
Vizient, Inc.
Kim Bentley, CHCP
CE Programs Manager
Vizient, Inc.
DISCLOSURE

In support of improving patient care, Vizient, Inc. 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.
Designation Statement(s)
Nurses (CNE)
This activity is designated for 1.00 contacts hours.
Vizient, Inc. is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP12580, for 1.00 contact hours.
Available Credit
- 1.00 ANCC
- 1.00 General CE - Attendance