WVASN Fall Conference 24-25 Laughter & Replenishment for the School Nurse

Pipestem Resort State Park
3405 Pipestem Drive
Pipestem, WV 25979

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:00pm ET - Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 4:30pm ET
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School Nursing Education Offering
3405 Pipestem Drive, Pipestem, WV 25979

Info

Topic

Human Trafficking, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, Diabetes Management in the School Setting, Celiac Disease, Medicaid Billing, Self Harm, Grants 101

Credits Offered

This event offers 16.0 CE credits to attendees.

Additional Information

The WVASN Fall Conference is a packed 3-day educational experience for the WV School Nurse and those who work with School Nurses in the school setting.

Deadline to Register is:  Monday, September 30th  

DEADLINE TO REGISTER HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO OCTOBER 14, 2024

Full conference attendees can earn approximately 16 CE’s.

CE’s will also be available for the Saturday Only attendees.

3-hr Non-Graduate Degree Credit hours will be available for an additional fee.  Note: This option is for those attending ALL sessions that offer CEUs Thurs. Evening through Saturday Afternoon.  (excluding New School Nurse) 

ALL REGISTRATION FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

**IF PAYING BY PO** - Choose "Pay with Check at Door" when checking out.

NO PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR CONFERENCE PAYMENT.

Several speakers are lined up to share their invaluable knowledge to assist us in meeting the health needs of WV students.

***Lodging Information***

Deadline for Room Reservations at a Reduced Rate has been extended to October 14th! 

Pipestem Resort State Park

304-466-1800

Reservation Code – WVASN Conference

Check In – 4:00 PM      Check Out – 11:00 AM

Room Rates (Does not include taxes or fees)

Standard Double/Queen                           $104.99 – Thursday      $114.99 – Friday

Standard Double/Queen Gorge View      $114.99 – Thursday    $119.99 – Friday

Conference Sustenance Covered by Conference Fee

New School Nurse Workshop -  Lunch

Thursday evening dinner.

Friday and Saturday breakfast.

Friday lunch- (Note: Lunch is only provided for those who choose to attend the banquet.) 

Friday and Saturday morning break with light snacks and beverages.

Hospitality: Friday Night!  Dinner provided.  A time for food, fun and conversation at a cabin exclusively reserved for this event on the resort property.  (Please plan to join this wonderful experience!) 

Saturday morning break with light snacks and beverages and a boxed lunch.

 

Waffle Baskets

Counties are being asked to donate a themed “Waffle” basket that will be “waffled” off on Saturday.

This is a great way to support WVASN’s efforts to provide quality conference speakers, locations.

 

School Nurse apparel and items will also be available for purchase.

 

 

Speakers

Deb Gauldin RN, Certified Humor Professional

Certified Humor Professional

An obstetric nurse and community health educator for over 20 years before becoming an avid student of the neuroscience of humor and laughter, Deb has particular expertise in the way gratitude and appreciation impact workplace and personal well-being. She is passionate about helping women build self-compassion and recognize their own beauty.

Event Agenda

WVASN Fall Conference 24-25 Laughter & Replenishment for the School Nurse

Event Agenda

Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:00pm ET - Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 4:30pm ET

All times listed in Eastern Time (US & Canada).
Download event agenda (PDF)

Thursday, November 14, 2024

  • 8:30am - 3:00pm

    New School Nurse Class

  • 4:00pm - 5:00pm

    Conference Registration and Vendor Exhibits Open

  • 5:00pm - 5:20pm

    Welcome and Announcements

  • 5:20pm - 6:20pm

    WVDE Updates

    Carol Ward MSN, RN, NCSN, WVDE Coordinator Office of Safety & Tiered Support Systems

Friday, November 15, 2024

  • 8:00am - 8:10am

    Welcome

  • 8:10am - 9:10am

    Self Harm

    Jerico Wesley

  • 9:10am - 10:10am

    Current Drug Trends

    Lori Conklin - Community Outreach

  • 10:10am - 10:30am

    Break

  • 10:30am - 11:30am

    Celiac Disease/Dietary Forms

    Jamie Chapman

  • 11:30am - 1:30pm

    Banquet, Awards, and Special Recognitions

  • 1:30pm - 3:30pm

    Grants 101

    Morgan Saunders

  • 3:30pm - 3:45pm

    Break

  • 3:45pm - 5:45pm

    Grants 101 Cont.

    Morgan Saunders

  • 6:30pm - 9:00pm

    Hospitality

Saturday, November 16, 2024

  • 8:00am - 8:10am

    Welcome

  • 8:10am - 8:40am

    Welcome from Keynote Speaker

    Deb Gauldin

  • 8:40am - 9:40am

    Human Trafficking

    Misty Atkins

  • 9:40am - 10:00am

    Break and Lodging Check Out

  • 10:00am - 11:00am

    Medicaid Billing

    Karen Finney

  • 11:00am - 12:00pm

    Adolescent Substance Use Trends - Toolbox Training

    Allison Maiolo

  • 12:00pm - 12:30pm

    Grab & Go Lunch

  • 12:30pm - 2:30pm

    Diabetes Management in the School Setting

    Dr. Sruthi Menon

  • 2:30pm - 3:30pm

    Celiac Disease

    Dr. Guido

  • 3:30pm - 4:30pm

    Keynote Speaker

    Deb Gauldin