Overview:

This is an independent study for nurses enrolled in or that recently completed New Graduate Nurse Residency (NGNR)which will provide information on multiple topics that will support the New Grad's transition to practice and professional development. This includes applying for the ExCEL-RN program and the New Graduate Nurse Residency Rewards program.

Course Director:

• Melissa Oberle DNP, RN, OCN, NPD-BC, Advocate Health – Midwest Email: melissa.oberle@aah.org 
• Veronica Bigott ACNS-BC, RN-BC, Advocate Health – Midwest ​Email: veronica.bigott@aah.org

  Overall Objective:

1. Identify how the topics of ethics, post traumatic growth, professional growth pathway, time management, and well-being help support nursing professional development and transition to practice.

Target Audience:  
This activity is designed for nurses enrolled in or recently completed New Graduate Nurse Residency.

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 enduring activity for a maximum of 7.70 ANCC contact hours. Nurses should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.