GSH Critical Care Trauma Simulations 2026: Sep 15 - 8AM

Barrington, IL US
September 15, 2026

This course is specifically for GSH critical care RNs to meet part of the required annual trauma education. These simulations will focus on neurovascular assessments for early recognition of compartment syndrome and in the safe, standardized execution of the Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP).  This activity is designed to reinforce evidence-based assessment skills and standardized trauma responses to ensure timely intervention, optimize patient outcomes, and reduce preventable harm.

 

This conference is being held in person.  This site is for credit claiming only.

NOTE: Please note this activity will be presented 8:00am – 10:00am CST / 9:00am - 11:00am EST

Target Audience

This course is intended for nurses.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this session, learners should be able to:

  1. Identify patients at risk for massive hemorrhage who may require activation of the Massive Transfusion Protocol (MTP). 
  2. Safely administer blood products and medications in accordance with MTP guidelines. 
  3. Demonstrate effective teamwork and closed-loop communication among interprofessional team members during the management of a massive hemorrhage and MTP event. 
  4. Demonstrate a comprehensive neurovascular assessment for a patient at risk for compartment syndrome. 
  5. Demonstrate timely assessment, escalation of care, and implementation of appropriate interventions for a patient experiencing compartment syndrome. 

Course summary

Available credit: 
  • 2.25 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 2.25 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 2.25 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.
Course opens: 
09/15/2026
Course expires: 
12/31/2026
Event starts: 
09/15/2026 - 8:00am CDT
Event ends: 
09/15/2026 - 10:00am CDT
Cost:
$0.00
Part of: 
GSH Critical Care Trauma Simulations 2026
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Time

Trauma Simulations

15 minutes

Intro & Pre-Briefing for 1st Simulation

Simulation Educator or SME

 

 

45 Minutes

Compartment Syndrome Simulation

Learners

 

15 Minutes

Debriefing and Small Group Discussion

Simulation Educator and SMEs

5 Minute

Pre-Briefing for 2nd Simulation

Simulation Educator or SME

 

 

45 Minutes

Massive Transfusion Protocol Simulation

Learners
 

15 Minutes

Debriefing and Small Group Discussion

Simulation Educator and SMEs

 

10 Minutes

Evaluation

 

Advocate Good Shepherd
450 Illinois 22
Hospital Intensive Care Unit
Barrington, IL 60010
United States

Faculty
 

  • Emily Hendler MSN, RN, CCRN, NPD-BC Nursing Professional Development Specialist
  • Ashley Enk MSN, RN Inpatient Registered Nurse
  • Dawn Burke MSN, RN, CCRN Assistant Clinical Manager
  • Rachel Warren BSN, CCRN Inpatient Registered Nurse

Disclosure

The planner(s) and speaker(s) have indicated that there are no relevant financial relationships with any ineligible companies to disclose.

Accreditation Statement


In support of improving patient care, Advocate Health 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.

 

Credit Statement(s)
 

American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 
Advocate Health designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.25 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

Available Credit

  • 2.25 Attendance
    Attendance Credit
  • 2.25 Continuing Nursing Education (CE)
    Aurora Health Care is an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the Wisconsin Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. 2.25 contact hours have been awarded to this activity by the Wisconsin Nursing Association. To receive contact hours, participants must attend the entire activity.

Price

Cost:
$0.00
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How to Register
 

Click “Take Course” to claim credit for this program.  

This site is for credit claiming only.

Participation Options


This course is available to Advocate Health providers (employed and independent) and team members only. 

For Further Information
 

If you have any questions regarding the conference, please contact Emily Hendler at [email protected]

If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the IPCE Office at [email protected]

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