Perianesthesia Perioperative 2025 CNE Nursing Conference
This course offers Livestream (virtual) attendance only.
Central Time Zone

September 22, 2025 - Zoom Webinar
Perianesthesia nurses, perioperative nurses, certified surgical assistants, and certified surgical technologists work closely caring for patients on the surgical continuum. This livestream conference will bring together these specialties to educate, collaborate, network and highlight these surgical specialties together as one team.
Target Audience
This nursing conference is designed for nurses, certified surgical assistants and certified surgical technologists working in perianesthesia and perioperative care settings.
Learning Objectives
- Describe updates in care models and delivery in perianesthesia and perioperative nursing
- Identify uses of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
- Outline advancements in perianesthesia and perioperative treatments
Attendance at any Mayo Clinic course does not indicate or guarantee competence or proficiency in the skills, knowledge or performance of any care or procedure(s) which may be discussed or taught in this course.
All times listed are Central Standard Time
| 7:45 AM | Zoom webinar opens | |
| 7:55 AM | Welcome and Announcements | |
| 8:00 AM | Rethinking Care, Reimaging Teams | Megan Derousseau, MSN, RN; Kristal Leuer, MSN, RN CNOR; Melissa Rado, MSN, RN, CNOR; Kayla Simiele, DNP, RN, NPD-BC; Mikel Walters, RN |
| 9:15 AM | Insights Gained on Supporting New Graduate RNs In Our Work Environments | Maura McCabe, MSN, RN, CPAN; Kristin Otto, MSN, RN; Tara Poulter, MSN, RN |
| 9:45 AM | When the Pressure Drops: Navigating the Causes of Postoperative Hypotension | Jen Gresham, MSN, RN, CPAN |
| 10:00 AM | Break | |
| 10:15 AM | Developing Robotic Training and Curriculum for Surgical First Assistant Students | Ashley Obele, CSA; Tatum Schulz-Fischbach, MA, CSA |
| 11:00 AM | Enhancing Perianesthesia Care Through Team Nursing | Teresa Keister, MSN, RN |
| 11:30 AM | Building Tomorrow's Healthcare Talent: Strategic Academic Partnerships and Workforce Development Initiatives | Jessica Engen, MSN, RN, NPD-BC; Jackie Otkin, MSN, RN |
| 12:15 PM | Break | |
| 12:45 PM | Navigating Excellence: Perianesthesia Nursing Olympics | Rachel Berg, MSN, RN, CPAN; Nicole Nelson, MSN, RN |
| 1:15 PM | OR Design and High Efficiency Spaces | Melissa Rado, MSN, RN, CNOR |
| 1:45 PM | LAST (Local Anesthetic Systemic Toxicity) Identification and Treatment | Kelsey Brettin, MSN, RN |
| 2:00 PM | Introduction to the RNCE (Registered Nurse Clinical Educator) Role | Jordan Edwards, RN; Meganne Janssen, MSN, MHA, RN |
| 2:15 PM | Global Standards, Local Excellence: Aligning Surgical Attire with Patient Safety and Institutional Goals | Heidi Francis, MSN, RN, CNOR; Kim Howard, MSN, RN, CNOR |
| 2:30 PM | Break | |
| 2:45 PM | Identifying the Causes of Post Operative Respiratory Failure: A case study | Jen Gresham, MSN, RN, CPAN |
| 3:00 PM | Advanced Endoscopy Assistant; Career Development and Staff Retention | Kelsey Brettin, MSN, RN |
| 3:30 PM | Impacts of Non-compliance with NPO Status | Karry Hythecker, BSN, RN; Sarah Pettey, MSN, RN |
| 3:45 PM | Applications of Clinical AI Solutions in the MCHS Anesthesiology Practice | Darlene Bannon, APRN, CRNA, DNP; Hannah Magnuson, MHA |
| 4:30 PM | Adjourn |
This course will be presented via Zoom live web stream.
Credit Statements
ANCC
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this activity for 7.50 ANCC contact hours.
Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science 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.
Other Healthcare Professionals
A record of attendance will be provided to all registrants for requesting credits in accordance with state nursing boards, specialty societies or other professional associations.
Available Credit
- 7.50 ANCC
- 7.50 Attendance
Price
To claim credit for livestream participation in courses, learners must view the content during the hours posted for the live activity.
Commitment to Belonging and Inclusion
Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development (MCSCPD) strives to foster a learning environment in which all individuals are valued, allowing all to achieve their fullest potential.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
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