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Family Presence During Resuscitation: A KT Project
Sarah Ho, MSW, RSW
When a Code Blue is called, families are often asked to leave the room—but what if we could support them in staying? This session introduces our hospital’s innovative approach to Family Presence During Resuscitation (FPDR). Using the Knowledge-to-Action Framework, we partnered with interdisciplinary teams to identify barriers, develop tools, and train staff to offer compassionate, consistent support. Learn how we created a decision support tool, launched facilitator training workshops, and changed our Code Blue response so that every resuscitation includes a trained support person for families. This work honors patient- and family-centered care, even during life-threatening emergencies.
Respiratory Therapy for RNs in Rural Sites: Showcasing Coastal Region Innovation
Sybil Hoiss, RN MN CNCC(C) & Cheryl Moschovich RRT
For this presentation, Sybil will highlight resources created in Vancouver Coastal Health, Coastal region, by Brianna Laurie, Regional Interprofessional Respiratory Therapy Educator and team. These resources are available to support RNs and physicians working in rural/remote areas, when they don’t have Respiratory Therapy coverage. Cheryl Moschovich RRT, Senior Respiratory Sales Specialist | BC, YK, NWT, will join to discuss equipment and support opportunities available for staff in BC.
Glucose Gone Wild: A Critical Care Nurse’s Guide to DKA & HHS
Megan Veenstra, RN
When glucose spirals out of control, rapid recognition and intervention can save lives. This high-energy session breaks down Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) and Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) from a critical care nursing perspective. We’ll cover pathophysiology, clinical clues, lab interpretation, and key differences between DKA and HHS—plus practical strategies for managing fluids, insulin, electrolytes, and complications at the bedside. Designed for critical care nurses, this session blends real-world cases, evidence-based care, and a bit of humor to help you tame even the wildest glucose emergencies.
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CNA Certification
Is this the year you either get certified or are due to renew your certification in Critical Care Nursing?
You don’t need to be certified to be a CACCN member, but joining CACCN can offer you some resources to support you in getting certified. This includes both study resources and financial support. Getting ready:
Visit the CNA Certification web pages. Here you can learn more about the benefits of certification, how to apply, what the exam will be like, how you can maintain your certifiction going forward. They can also point you to additional resources to help you prepare.
Pay close attention to the Exam Competencies and Blueprints, as well as the bibliography. The competencies and blueprint will outline what the exam will test for and the bibliography will offer some recommended study textbooks to prepare from.
CACCN offers both study resources as well as financial support in the form of a bursary. BC chapter members can also benefit from an additional bursary. Email britishcolumbia@caccn.ca to learn more.
Explore the Canadian Journal of Critical Care Nurses, now open source. Discover how Canadian critical care nurses are advancing nursing science. Don’t miss out on this valuable resource for insights and innovation in healthcare.
Want to Speak for Us?
We are Planning our next event and are looking for speakers. Are you a critical care nurse? Do you have a great idea, or are working on a project? Do you want to share your story with other critical care nurses? Let us know!
Spring 2024 Roundtable
If you missed the spring roundtable, you can catch the recordings on our youtube channel. Links and descriptions in our resources page.
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Chapter Executive
President & CCBC Rep – Sybil Hoiss (until April 2024)
Critical Care BC – Lead for Clinical Initiatives and Innovation – PHSA
VCH Rep – Allana LeBlanc (until April 2024)
CNS Vancouver General Hospital ICU & HAU – Vancouver Coastal Health
FHA Rep – Sharon Hickin (until April 2024)
CNS Fraser Health Critical Care Network – Fraser Health Authority
PHC Rep & Website – Vini Bains (Until April 2024)
CNS Critical Care – Providence Health Care
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Simmie Kalan, Director, Clinical Education – PHSA
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