BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Creative Health Care Management - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://chcm.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Creative Health Care Management REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260831 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTSTAMP:20260723T203600Z CREATED:20260117T004750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T203600Z UID:10000088-1788134400-1788220799@chcm.com SUMMARY:Shared and Professional Governance Strategies That Work Virtual Course DESCRIPTION:August 31\, 2026\nCourse starts on August 31st\, 2026 & is open for 4 weeks. \n2-hour virtual sessions September 11th & 25th\, 2026\, from 9:30-11:30 AM CT \nEvent Overview:\nA strong foundation in shared and professional governance is essential for organizations seeking to build and sustain effective shared decision-making structures. But many teams find themselves asking: How do we move from shared governance to true professional governance? How do we advance and strengthen our councils to drive meaningful outcomes? \nThis virtual course is designed to answer those questions. \nPreviously offered as a two-day program\, this course has been thoughtfully redesigned into a high-impact virtual experience- delivering two days’ worth of essential content in one comprehensive course. \nThrough a multimodal\, cohort-based format\, participants will explore the critical components of successful governance: structures\, processes\, and outcomes– because meaningful outcomes can only be achieved when the right foundation and practices are in place. \n\nStructures: Build a strong foundation through education on shared/professional governance\, including bylaws and charters\, as well as clearly defined roles\, responsibilities\, and expectations.\nProcesses: Strengthen how your councils function with a focus on team development\, member selection\, succession planning\, and effective meeting practices.\nOutcomes: Learn how to measure and improve outcomes through meaningful data and performance insights.\n\nThe course also highlights sustainability strategies and keys to long-term success\, helping organizations maintain momentum and impact over time. \nParticipants will engage in a blend of self-paced modules\, featuring curated readings\, videos\, and reflection questions\, alongside live virtual sessions designed to deepen discussion and support real-world application. \nWho Should Attend:\nThis course is designed for individuals at all levels\, including leaders\, clinical staff\, council chairs and co-chairs\, council members\, and anyone looking to better understand or become involved in shared/professional governance. \nContinuing Education:\n10.5 contact hours will be awarded to individuals who complete all of the modules\, attend at least 70% of the live sessions\, and complete an evaluation. \n\nCreative Health Care Management is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.\n\nRegistration Cost:\nEarly Bird (THROUGH July 31st) – $599 \nGroup Rate (5 or more) – $599 \nGeneral Registration (any time after July 31st) – $649 \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Prefix \n \n \n \n \n \n Mr.\n Mrs.\n Ms.\n Prof.\n Dr.\n \n \n \n \n \n Participant First Name \n \n \n \n \n Last Name* \n \n \n \n \n Credentials \n \n \n \n \n Job Title* \n \n \n \n \n Administration \n \n \n \n \n Administration\n Ambulatory Care\n Behavior Health\n Cardiovascular\n Case Management\n Critical Care\n Education and Research\n Emergency Services\n Home Health/Hospice\n Human Resources\n Long Term Care\n Maternal Child\n Med-Surg\n Oncology\n Orthopedics\n Pediatrics\n Pharmacy\n Quality\n Radiology\n Respiratory Care\n Social Services\n Surgical Services\n \n \n \n \n \n Organization Facility* \n \n \n \n \n Address* \n \n \n \n \n Address 2 \n \n \n \n \n City/Province* \n \n \n \n State \n \n \n State \n \n \n \n \n AB\n AE\n AK\n AL\n AP\n AR\n AS\n AZ\n BC\n BVI\n CA\n CO\n CT\n CZ\n DC\n DE\n FL\n GA\n GU\n HI\n IA\n ID\n IL\n IN\n KS\n KY\n LA\n LB\n MA\n MB\n MD\n ME\n MI\n ML\n MN\n MO\n MS\n MT\n NB\n NC\n ND\n NE\n NF\n NH\n NJ\n NM\n None\n NS\n NT\n NV\n NY\n OH\n OK\n ON\n OR\n PA\n PEI\n PQ\n PR\n QU\n RI\n SC\n SD\n SK\n TN\n TX\n UT\n VA\n VI\n VT\n WA\n WI\n WV\n WY\n YT\n \n \n \n \n \n Zip/Postcode* \n \n \n \n \n Country \n \n \n \n \n Phone* \n \n\n \n \n \n Fax \n \n\n \n \n \n Participant Email* \n \n \n \n \n Address above is: \n Business Home \n \n \n Who may CHCM contact about this registration?* \n \n \n \n \n Email for this Contact* \n \n \n \n \n How did you hear about this event?* \n \n \n \n \n \n Send\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/shared-professional-governance-strategies-that-work-virtual-course/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-02-20-074656.png LOCATION: END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTSTAMP:20260723T203758Z CREATED:20251104T155303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T203758Z UID:10000085-1788480000-1788566399@chcm.com SUMMARY:Facilitating The Journey To Excellence: Program Director Core Competencies™ DESCRIPTION:A Core Competencies Course for Magnet® Program Directors\nSeptember 4\, 2026\nDate: Virtual Course Starts September 4th\, 2026\n  \nSummary:\nDevelop the knowledge\, leadership skills\, and practical strategies needed to successfully guide your organization through Magnet® designation\, redesignation\, and/ or sustained nursing excellence.  \nUsing a multimodal cohort approach\, participants progress through a series of 10 self-paced modules that consist of a combination of assigned readings\, videos\, and reflection questions. Each module includes a scheduled virtual live session devoted to further discussion and exploration of the topic(s) covered in the module. \nCompetencies Covered: \n\nCore Knowledge\nLeading Teams\nCommunication and Collaboration\nProgram Management\nProfessional Practice\nCoordinating the Journey to Excellence: Application\, Document\, Site Visit and Decision\nOngoing Practices and Redesignation Timelines\n\n  \nSchedule:\n\nLive Discussion Sessions\, Fridays 12 PM CT/1 PM EST\n\nSeptember 11\, 18\, 25\, 2026\nOctober 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 2026 (no session Oct 30 due to Magnet®/Pathway to Excellence® Conference) \nNovember 6\, 13\, 20\, 2026\n\n\nPost- Course Check Ins\, Mondays 12 PM CT/ 1 PM EST\n\nCheck In 1: January 25\, 2027\nCheck In 2: April 26\, 2027\nCheck In 3: July 26\, 2027\n\n\n\n  \nContinued Education:\n• 26 contact hours will be awarded to individuals who complete all of the modules\, attend at least 70% of the live sessions\, and complete an evaluation. \n• Creative Health Care Management is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \n  \nRegistration Cost:\n\nEarly-Bird Registration (through July 31st\, 2026): $1600\nRegular Registration: $2000\n\n****Register NOW using the form below!**** \n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n Prefix \n \n \n \n \n \n Mr.\n Mrs.\n Ms.\n Prof.\n Dr.\n \n \n \n \n \n Participant First Name \n \n \n \n \n Last Name* \n \n \n \n \n Credentials \n \n \n \n \n Job Title* \n \n \n \n \n Administration \n \n \n \n \n Administration\n Ambulatory Care\n Behavior Health\n Cardiovascular\n Case Management\n Critical Care\n Education and Research\n Emergency Services\n Home Health/Hospice\n Human Resources\n Long Term Care\n Maternal Child\n Med-Surg\n Oncology\n Orthopedics\n Pediatrics\n Pharmacy\n Quality\n Radiology\n Respiratory Care\n Social Services\n Surgical Services\n \n \n \n \n \n Organization Facility* \n \n \n \n \n Address* \n \n \n \n \n Address 2 \n \n \n \n \n City/Province* \n \n \n \n State \n \n \n State \n \n \n \n \n AB\n AE\n AK\n AL\n AP\n AR\n AS\n AZ\n BC\n BVI\n CA\n CO\n CT\n CZ\n DC\n DE\n FL\n GA\n GU\n HI\n IA\n ID\n IL\n IN\n KS\n KY\n LA\n LB\n MA\n MB\n MD\n ME\n MI\n ML\n MN\n MO\n MS\n MT\n NB\n NC\n ND\n NE\n NF\n NH\n NJ\n NM\n None\n NS\n NT\n NV\n NY\n OH\n OK\n ON\n OR\n PA\n PEI\n PQ\n PR\n QU\n RI\n SC\n SD\n SK\n TN\n TX\n UT\n VA\n VI\n VT\n WA\n WI\n WV\n WY\n YT\n \n \n \n \n \n Zip/Postcode* \n \n \n \n \n Country \n \n \n \n \n Phone* \n \n\n \n \n \n Fax \n \n\n \n \n \n Participant Email* \n \n \n \n \n Address above is: \n Business Home \n \n \n Who may CHCM contact about this registration?* \n \n \n \n \n Email for this Contact* \n \n \n \n \n How did you hear about this event?* \n \n \n \n \n \n Send\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  \nWhy Magnet® Program Directors Need More Than Project Management Skills\nServing as a Magnet® Program Director requires far more than coordinating timelines and collecting documents. \nToday’s Magnet® Program Directors must be able to: \n\nLead organizational change\nBuild relationships across departments\nCommunicate a compelling vision\nCoach and mentor leaders\nManage complex projects\nInterpret and leverage data\nSustain engagement long after designation is achieved\n\nWhether you are new to the role or preparing for redesignation\, success requires a unique blend of leadership\, communication\, professional practice expertise\, and operational excellence. \nThis course was specifically designed to help Magnet® Program Directors build those competencies. \n  \nWhat Makes This Program Different\nLearn from Experienced Magnet® Program Directors \nUnlike many educational programs\, this course is taught by consultants who have personally served as Magnet® Program Directors. \nParticipants gain access to: \n\nReal-world lessons learned\nPractical implementation strategies\nProven approaches to common challenges\nExamples from actual Magnet journeys\nGuidance that extends beyond theory\n\nThis is not simply education. \nIt is mentorship from professionals who have successfully navigated the journey themselves. \n“This was a really informative class. I feel that I went from knowing absolutely nothing about Magnet to having some great resources and much more insight. Just need to invite more CNO’s as this truly opens ones mind!” \n-Chief Nursing Officer at a large healthcare organization \n  \nWhat Participants Will Gain\n1. Core Knowledge\nDevelop a comprehensive understanding of the Magnet® Program Director role\, including: \n\nKey responsibilities\nExpectations throughout the journey\nUsing data to guide decision-making\nUnderstanding the phases of the Journey to Excellence\n\n2. Leading Teams\nLearn how to: \n\nLead teams effectively\nCoach and mentor others\nFoster accountability\nDevelop leadership capacity throughout the organization\n\n3. Communication and Collaboration\nDiscover strategies for: \n\nBuilding organizational buy-in\nCommunicating the value of the Magnet® journey\nStrengthening relationships across departments\nEngaging stakeholders at all levels\n\n4. Program Management\nMaster the operational side of the role\, including: \n\nStaying organized\nManaging evidence sources\nBudgeting and resource planning\nBuilding business cases\nSupporting redesignation efforts\n\n5. Professional Practice\nExplore the foundational elements that support nursing excellence: \n\nShared Governance and Professional Governance\nLeadership Development\nRecognition Programs\nProfessional Development Structures\n\n6. Coordinating the Journey\nGain practical guidance for every phase of the Journey to Excellence. \nParticipants work through: \n\nPhase-specific priorities\nCommon challenges\nExpectations\nReal-world examples\nHands-on exercises\n\n7. Sustaining Excellence\nLearn how to: \n\nMaintain momentum after designation\nPrepare for redesignation\nKeep teams engaged\nBuild a culture of continuous excellence\n\n  \nOne of the Most Valuable Benefits: Your Professional Network\nYou’re Not Doing This Alone \nMany Magnet® Program Directors describe the role as exciting\, rewarding- and sometimes isolating. \nOne of the most powerful outcomes of this course is the professional network that develops among participants. \nAttendees consistently report gaining: \n\nTrusted colleagues\nPeer support\nProfessional connections\nOngoing collaboration opportunities\nA network of individuals facing similar challenges\n\nThese relationships often continue long after the course ends. \n  \nWho Should Attend\nThis course is ideal for: \n\nCurrent Magnet® Program Directors\n\nWhether newly appointed or highly experienced.\n\n\n\n\nMagnet® Program Directors Preparing for Redesignation\n\nGain fresh strategies and practical insights for sustaining excellence.\n\n\n\n\nAspiring Magnet® Leaders\n\nDevelop the foundational knowledge needed to support future Magnet® initiatives.\n\n\n\n\nChief Nursing Officers and Senior Nursing Leaders\n\nUnderstand the journey more deeply and strengthen organizational readiness.\n\n\n\n\nNursing Excellence Leaders\n\nSupport professional practice and organizational culture initiatives.\n\n\n\n  \n\nFrequently Asked Questions About Magnet® Program Director Training\nWhat is a Magnet® Program Director? \nA Magnet® Program Director leads and coordinates an organization’s Magnet® journey\, helping align nursing excellence initiatives\, evidence collection\, leadership engagement\, and designation activities. \nWho should attend a Magnet® Program Director course? \nThis course is valuable for new and experienced Magnet® Program Directors\, nursing excellence leaders\, CNOs\, and leaders responsible for supporting Magnet® initiatives. \nIs this course helpful for organizations pursuing redesignation? \nYes. Participants learn strategies for sustaining excellence\, maintaining engagement\, preparing documentation\, and supporting long-term success beyond initial designation. \nWhat competencies are important for Magnet® Program Directors? \nSuccessful Magnet® Program Directors need expertise in leadership\, communication\, project management\, professional practice\, data analysis\, relationship-building\, and organizational change. \nHow does this course support nursing excellence? \nParticipants gain practical tools and strategies that help strengthen professional practice\, leadership development\, shared governance\, and organizational culture. \nWhat makes this course different from other Magnet® education programs? \nThis course is taught by experienced Magnet® Program Directors who provide practical guidance\, real-world examples\, lessons learned\, and ongoing mentorship opportunities. \nWill I have opportunities to network with other Magnet® Program Directors? \nYes. Many participants identify peer networking and relationship-building as one of the most valuable aspects of the program. \nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/facilitating-the-journey-to-excellence-program-director-core-competencies/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot-2026-03-31-083856.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260925T113000 DTSTAMP:20260723T204112Z CREATED:20260218T210623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T204112Z UID:10000094-1790330400-1790335800@chcm.com SUMMARY:Everything You Need to Know About High-Risk Low-Volume Competency Issues - Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Click here to register now!\n10:00 AM CT – 11:30 AM CT\n  \n\n\nJoin Donna Wright for another piece of her new virtual competency event series\, ‘Everything You Need to Know About High-Risk Low-Volume Competency Issues’. Discover practical strategies for identifying\, assessing\, and verifying high-risk low-volume competencies to improve patient safety\, clinical readiness\, and staff confidence.\n\n\nRegister Now Here\n  \nSpecial Competency Series Offer\nRegister for 2 or more competency workshop sessions and pay just $25 per event with code: \n‘2FOR50’ \n*****Limited-time series promotion. \n  \nContinued Education:\n\n\n\n1.5 contact hours will be awarded to individuals who attend the full activity and complete an evaluation.\nCreative Health Care Management is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.\n\n  \nCost:\n$39 per person \nRegister Now:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983464463604?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\n  \nWhy High-Risk Low-Volume Competencies Matter\nMany healthcare organizations struggle with procedures and situations that: \n\nOccur infrequently\nCarry significant patient safety implications\nRequire immediate staff competence\nAre difficult to assess through routine practice\n\nWhen these competencies are not effectively managed\, organizations face increased risk\, reduced staff confidence\, and potential patient safety concerns. \nThis workshop explores practical approaches for identifying and managing high-risk low-volume competency issues in healthcare environments. \n  \nWorkshop Learning Outcomes\nParticipants Will Learn How To: \n\nIdentify high-risk low-volume competency issues\nPrioritize competencies that have the greatest impact on patient safety\nDevelop meaningful competency assessment strategies\nSelect appropriate competency verification methods\nReduce unnecessary competency burden\nImprove staff readiness for infrequent clinical situations\nBuild sustainable competency management processes\nStrengthen accountability and ownership of competency\n\n  \nRegister Now\n  \nCommon High-Risk Low-Volume Competency Challenges\nHealthcare organizations frequently face challenges related to: \n\nEmergency response situations\nRare clinical procedures\nSpecialized equipment use\nCrisis interventions\nInfrequently encountered patient conditions\nLow-frequency high-consequence events\n\nParticipants will explore strategies for ensuring staff remain competent and prepared even when these situations occur rarely. \n  \nWho Should Attend\nIdeal for: \n\nNurse leaders\nNurse educators\nNursing professional development specialists\nClinical competency coordinators\nPatient safety leaders\nQuality leaders\nMagnet® leaders\nPathway to Excellence® leaders\nDirectors of education\nClinical managers and supervisors\n\n  \nLearn from Donna Wright\nDonna Wright is internationally recognized for her work in competency assessment and competency verification in healthcare. \nHer competency framework has helped healthcare organizations worldwide create more meaningful\, sustainable\, and practical competency systems. \nDonna is the author of: \nThe Ultimate Guide to Competency Assessment in Health Care \nand is widely known for helping organizations move beyond checklist-based competency systems toward approaches rooted in accountability and ownership. \n \n  \nPractical Strategies You Can Apply Immediately\nThis workshop goes beyond identifying risks. \nParticipants will leave with: \n\npractical implementation strategies\ncompetency prioritization tools\nverification approaches\nreadiness assessment techniques\nmethods for sustaining competency over time\n\nAll strategies are designed to be immediately applicable within healthcare organizations. \n  \nRegister Now\n  \nFrequently Asked Questions About High-Risk Low-Volume Competency in Healthcare\nWhat are high-risk low-volume competencies? \nHigh-risk low-volume competencies are skills\, procedures\, or responsibilities that occur infrequently but have significant consequences if performed incorrectly. \nWhy are high-risk low-volume competencies important? \nThese competencies directly impact patient safety\, clinical outcomes\, and organizational risk management. Staff must remain prepared even when opportunities to perform the skill are rare. \nWhat are examples of high-risk low-volume competencies in healthcare? \nExamples may include: \n\ncode response procedures\nemergency airway management\nmassive transfusion protocols\ndisaster response activities\nspecialty equipment operation\ncrisis intervention procedures\n\nHow should healthcare organizations assess high-risk low-volume competencies? \nOrganizations should focus on meaningful competency assessment strategies that evaluate readiness\, critical thinking\, and performance rather than relying solely on annual checklists. \nWhat competency verification methods work best for high-risk low-volume skills? \nEffective methods may include: \n\nsimulation\nmock events\nreturn demonstrations\ncase studies\nscenario-based exercises\npeer review\n\nWhy do organizations struggle with high-risk low-volume competencies? \nBecause these events occur infrequently\, staff may have limited opportunities to practice or demonstrate competency in real-world situations. \n  \n\n\nRegister Now:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/1983464463604?aff=oddtdtcreator\n\n\nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/everything-you-need-to-know-about-high-risk-low-volume-competency-issues-virtual-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Screenshot-2026-07-20-110710.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261105T163000 DTSTAMP:20260116T222006Z CREATED:20260116T222006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T222006Z UID:10000087-1793867400-1793896200@chcm.com SUMMARY:Mastering the Magnet® Document - Virtual Workshop DESCRIPTION:Build a Stronger Magnet® Document with Proven Writing Strategies  \nNovember 5th\, 2026\n8:30AM CT – 4:30PM CT\n  \nClick here to register now!\n\n\n\n\n\nWriting a successful Magnet® document requires far more than simply collecting examples. Every narrative\, every source of evidence\, and every outcome must clearly demonstrate excellence while meeting the expectations of the Magnet Recognition Program®. Organizations often spend months revising Magnet® documents because of inconsistent writing processes\, unclear narratives\, or insufficient evidence. \nThe “Mastering the Magnet® Document Virtual Workshop” is a one-day interactive program designed to help Magnet® Program Directors\, document writers\, healthcare leaders\, and other contributors develop stronger\, more effective Magnet® documents from the very beginning. \nApplicable to any Magnet® manual\, this workshop focuses on the proven principles\, structures\, and strategies that support successful Magnet® document development. Participants will gain practical tools to improve document quality\, strengthen Magnet® narratives\, reduce unnecessary revisions\, and create a more efficient writing process across their organization. \nReady to strengthen your Magnet® document? Register Today! \n\n\n  \nContinued Education:\n\nContact hours will be awarded to individuals who attend the entire workshop and complete an evaluation. \nCreative Health Care Management is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \n\n  \n\nCost:\n(Early Bird Special- Through October 4th\, 2026) $349 per person \n\n(Regular Registration) $399 per person\n(Group Rate of 5 or more) – $349 per person\n\n*Contact us for additional group information* \n  \nRegister Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mastering-the-magnet-document-virtual-workshop-tickets-1980743259409?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \n  \n\n\nWhy Attend This Magnet® Document Workshop?\nCreating a high-quality Magnet® document can feel overwhelming\, especially when multiple contributors\, departments\, and data sources are involved. Many organizations struggle with:  \n\nUncertainty about what makes a strong Magnet® narrative \n\n\nTranslating examples into compelling Magnet® document content \n\n\nDifferentiating between process measures and outcome measures \n\n\nUnderstanding Magnet® document expectations and requirements \n\n\nIdentifying the strongest examples and supporting evidence \n\n\nOrganizing data and validating outcomes \n\n\nSpending excessive time rewriting narratives after review \n\n\nInconsistent document writing processes across contributors \n\n\nCoordinating subject matter experts\, data owners\, and writing teams \n\n\nConcerns about submitting a document that results in requests for additional documentation or significant revisions \n\nThis workshop addresses these common challenges through practical instruction\, discussion\, and real-world application.  \n  \nMeet Your Instructor: Amber Orton\, MBA\, MSN\, RN\, NE-BC \nAmber Orton is a nationally recognized Magnet® consultant and nursing leader with more than 25 years of healthcare experience. She has guided organizations across the country through successful Magnet® designation and redesignation efforts\, helping teams develop stronger narratives\, identify meaningful evidence\, and create more effective Magnet® documents.  \nAmber is passionate about equipping Magnet® Program Directors and writing teams with practical strategies they can immediately apply to strengthen their document development process. \n \n  \nWhat You’ll Learn \nBy the end of this workshop\, participants will be able to:  \n\nApply best practices for writing compelling Magnet® document narratives \n\n\nEvaluate and select the strongest evidence to support Magnet® requirements \n\n\nAssess document strengths\, weaknesses\, and opportunities for improvement \n\n\nReduce revisions and improve readiness for successful document submission \n\n\nDesign an effective Magnet® document development process and timeline \n\nParticipants will also explore sample sources of evidence\, examine successful documentation strategies\, and learn what differentiates strong submissions from those requiring revision.  \n  \nA Practical Approach to Magnet® Document Development\nThis highly interactive workshop goes beyond theory. Throughout the day\, participants will examine practical examples\, discuss common documentation challenges\, and learn repeatable processes that can be immediately applied to their organization’s Magnet® document.  \nYou’ll leave with greater confidence in your writing approach and a clearer understanding of how to create narratives that effectively communicate organizational excellence.  \nWhether your organization is beginning its Magnet® journey or preparing for another designation cycle\, this workshop provides valuable guidance that supports successful document development.  \n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is ideal for:  \n\nMagnet® Program Directors \n\n\nDirectors of Professional Practice \n\n\nChief Nursing Officers (CNOs) \n\n\nMagnet® document writing teams \n\n\nIndividuals responsible for supplying outcome data \n\n\nClinical leaders contributing to Magnet® documentation \n\n\nAnyone interested in learning more about developing successful Magnet® documents \n\n  \nRegister Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mastering-the-magnet-document-virtual-workshop-tickets-1980743259409?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \n  \n\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nIs this workshop only for first-time Magnet® applicants? \nNo. The concepts taught apply to organizations working with any Magnet® manual\, whether preparing an initial submission or developing documentation for redesignation. \nWill this workshop help improve our Magnet® document writing process? \nYes. In addition to writing stronger narratives\, participants will learn strategies for organizing writing teams\, coordinating contributors\, selecting evidence\, and creating a more efficient document development process. \nDoes this workshop include practical examples? \nYes. Participants will review examples of documentation approaches\, sources of evidence\, common challenges\, and strategies that distinguish stronger submissions from those requiring revision. \n\nRegister Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mastering-the-magnet-document-virtual-workshop-tickets-1980743259409?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl \n  \n\n\nMAGNET®\, Magnet Recognition Program®\, ANCC Magnet Recognition®\, Journey to Magnet Excellence®\, Pathway to Excellence® Program\, Pathway to Excellence in Long Term Care®\, Demographic Data Collection Tool®\, DDCT®\, Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP) are registered trademarks of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The products and services of Creative Health Care Management are neither sponsored nor endorsed by ANCC. All rights reserved. \nThe content presented in this workshop is the expressed opinion of the author/presenter and not that of the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). \n\n\nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/mastering-the-magnet-document-virtual-workshop/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-16-150818.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261113T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T204434Z CREATED:20251001T154825Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T204434Z UID:10000084-1794567600-1794571200@chcm.com SUMMARY:When Culture Turns Toxic: How to Recognize It and What to Do DESCRIPTION:November 13\, 2026 \nDate and Time:\nNovember 13\, 2026 at 11:00 AM- 12:00 PM CT \nDescription:\nA toxic culture rarely appears overnight\, it grows quietly through patterns of behavior\, unspoken norms\, and leadership blind spots. This session helps participants recognize the early warning signs of cultural toxicity\, understand how it impacts people\, performance\, and trust\, and identify practical steps to interrupt and repair it. \nRegister Today:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uJrre2vqRzGTcGCkqu6nbQ\nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/when-culture-turns-toxic-how-to-recognize-it-and-what-to-do/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2026-07-20-110526.png LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uJrre2vqRzGTcGCkqu6nbQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261118T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261120T163000 DTSTAMP:20260624T220800Z CREATED:20260624T220800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T220800Z UID:10000097-1794988800-1795192200@chcm.com SUMMARY:Essentials of a Caring Culture Leader Practicum DESCRIPTION:A leader practicum on The Interprofessional Relational Model™\nRegister Today!\n  \nNovember 18-19 (8:30AM – 4:30PM)\nNovember 20 (8:30AM – 12:30PM)\nIn-Person Event | Location TBD\n  \nSummary:\nHealthcare excellence is built on relationships. \nJoin CHCM’s immersive Interprofessional Relational Model™ (IRM) Leadership Practicum and learn how to strengthen relationships across your organization\, improve team collaboration\, and create a healthier workplace culture that supports exceptional patient care. \nThis practicum is delivered in a hybrid format that combines online learning\, self-study\, and an immersive in-person experience. Participants complete approximately 10 hours of Ruzuku-based coursework and self-directed learning prior to attending the 2.5-day in-person practicum. This blended approach establishes a shared foundation of knowledge\, allowing participants to maximize their time together through dialogue\, application\, reflection\, and experiential learning. \nDeveloped from the groundbreaking Relationship-Based Care® framework\, the Interprofessional Relational Model™ provides healthcare leaders with practical strategies to foster connection\, accountability\, trust\, and collaboration among all members of the healthcare team. \nThis highly interactive practicum combines education\, application\, discussion\, and implementation planning to help participants bring relational leadership principles back to their organizations immediately. \nContinued Education:\n• Contact hours will be awarded to individuals who complete the entire practicum and complete an evaluation. \n• Creative Health Care Management is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. \n  \nCost:\n\n(Early Bird Special- Through September 30th\, 2026) $1\,700 per person \n\n(Regular Registration) $2\,000 per person\n(Group Rate of 5 or more) – $1\,700 per person\n\n*Contact us for additional group information* \n\n  \nJuly Special:\nCelebrate 250 Years of America with us! \nRegister using code “July1550” during the month of July and receive an additional $150 off our Early Bird rate. \n****Only $1\,550 per person through July 31\, 2026 \nSeating Is Limited for this event so our attendees can make the most of their experience!\n  \nRegister Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/essentials-of-a-caring-culture-leader-practicum-tickets-1992488457613\n\nWhat Is the Interprofessional Relational Model™?\nThe Interprofessional Relational Model™ (IRM) is a transformative framework designed to strengthen relationships among all members of the healthcare team. \nBuilt upon the foundational principles of Relationship-Based Care®\, IRM expands relational practices across professions and disciplines\, creating stronger connections\, healthier work environments\, and improved organizational outcomes. IRM aligns with healthcare organizations’ mission\, vision\, values\, and strategic priorities while supporting workforce engagement\, collaboration\, accountability\, and excellence. \nOrganizations utilizing relational frameworks consistently report benefits such as: \n\nStronger team collaboration\nImproved employee engagement\nEnhanced communication\nGreater accountability\nHealthier workplace cultures\nBetter patient and workforce outcomes\nIncreased retention and satisfaction\n\n  \nWhy Attend the Essentials of a Caring Culture Leader Practicum?\nHealthcare organizations face unprecedented challenges: \n\nWorkforce shortages\nStaff disengagement\nBurnout and turnover\nCommunication breakdowns\nSiloed decision-making\nDeclining trust among teams\n\nThe Interprofessional Relational Model™ offers a practical\, evidence-informed approach to addressing these challenges by strengthening the relationships that drive organizational success. \nDuring this practicum\, participants will learn how to: \n\nUnderstand the foundations of the Interprofessional Relational Model™\nApply relational leadership principles across healthcare settings\nStrengthen collaboration among interprofessional teams\nFoster cultures of trust\, accountability\, and connection\nAlign relational practices with organizational priorities\nSupport healthier work environments and workforce engagement\nDevelop actionable implementation strategies for their organizations\n\n  \nWho Should Attend?\nThis practicum is ideal for ALL healthcare leaders including: \n\nChief Nursing Officers\nNursing Directors\nMagnet® Program Directors\nNursing Professional Development Leaders\nClinical Leaders\nHuman Resources Leaders\nOrganizational Development Professionals\nQuality Leaders\nPatient Experience Leaders\nHealthcare Executives\nInterprofessional Team Leaders\n\nAnyone responsible for building stronger teams\, improving workplace culture\, or leading organizational transformation will benefit from this experience. \nLead Through Relationships. Transform Your Culture.\nThe strongest healthcare organizations are built on strong relationships. \nJoin us for the Essentials of a Caring Culture Leader Practicum and discover how relational leadership can strengthen teams\, improve workplace culture\, and support lasting organizational excellence. \nRegister Now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/essentials-of-a-caring-culture-leader-practicum-tickets-1992488457613\n  \n\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat is the Interprofessional Relational Model™ (IRM)? \nThe Interprofessional Relational Model™ (IRM) is a transformative framework designed to strengthen relationships among all members of the healthcare team. Developed from the foundational principles of Relationship-Based Care®\, IRM helps organizations create healthier workplaces\, stronger teams\, and improved care outcomes through intentional relational practices. \nHow is the Interprofessional Relational Model™ different from Relationship-Based Care®? \nRelationship-Based Care® focuses on the relationships that influence the patient care experience\, including relationships with self\, colleagues\, patients and families\, and the organization. \nThe Interprofessional Relational Model™ builds upon this foundation by expanding relational principles across all healthcare disciplines and professional roles. IRM provides leaders with practical strategies for strengthening collaboration\, accountability\, communication\, and workplace culture throughout the organization. \nIs this practicum interactive? \nYes. The Essentials of a Caring Culture Leader Practicum is designed as an immersive learning experience that combines education\, discussion\, practical application\, case studies\, and implementation planning. Participants will leave with actionable strategies they can begin using immediately. \nHow can IRM support culture transformation? \nCulture transformation happens through the daily interactions and relationships that shape the employee experience. The Interprofessional Relational Model™ provides leaders with a practical framework for creating environments built on trust\, collaboration\, respect\, and accountability\, helping organizations sustain meaningful cultural change over time. \nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/essentials-of-a-caring-culture-leader-practicum/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/11.26-IRM-Leader-Practicum-Event-Image-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261204T120000 DTSTAMP:20260723T204402Z CREATED:20260130T200045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T204402Z UID:10000090-1796382000-1796385600@chcm.com SUMMARY:Exploring the Interprofessional Relational Model™: Systems Thinking and Professional Practice Models DESCRIPTION:Date and Time\nDecember 4\, 2026 at 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM CT \nDescription\nHealth care doesn’t operate in silos—systems\, structures\, and relationships all intersect to shape professional practice and patient outcomes. Understanding how these elements connect is essential for creating environments that support excellence\, collaboration\, and sustainable change. \nIn this free webinar with IRM Consultant Kathleen Van Wagoner\, attendees will explore how the Interprofessional Relational Model™ supports systems thinking and professional practice models\, helping teams align values\, behaviors\, and structures across care settings. Participants will gain insight into how relational approaches can strengthen practice frameworks and elevate interprofessional collaboration. \nWalk away with practical ideas to connect systems and practice\, enhance team effectiveness\, and support high-quality\, relationship-centered care. \nRegister Today:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_RH4P_KsBS2O7n7sRdYAUJg\nKatie Cressman URL:https://chcm.com/event/exploring-the-interprofessional-relational-model-systems-thinking-and-professional-practice-models/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://chcm.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Screenshot-2026-01-30-121708.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR