The Role of Nursing Pharmacology… How ISAPN Supports APRNs in Advancing Their Knowledge

ISAPN is excited to announce our upcoming Pharmacology Event on April 26th at the Panther Creek Country Club in Springfield, Illinois! Pharmacology, or the study of how medications affect the body, is essential for APRNs. This event will cover topics relating to diabetes medications, opioids, and prescribing drugs to patients. ISAPN is committed to advancing APRN education and is proud to bring this annual event to members looking for professional development in pharmacology. 

Understanding Nursing Pharmacology

Pharmacology is essential in nursing practice for the safe and effective management of medications. APRNs rely on their knowledge to safely prescribe medications, understand the appropriate dosages and indications, and be vigilant about potential side effects and drug interactions. This expertise is crucial in ensuring optimal patient care.

Beyond medication administration, APRNs play a vital role in patient education and advocacy. Utilizing their knowledge of pharmacology to inform patients about their medications helps patients stay on track with medication plans. Staying updated with the latest PHARM advances through continuing education is incredibly important for APRNs. Staying up to date improves their clinical skills and ensures that patient care leverages the most current innovations.

ISAPN Pharmacology Update Event 

ISAPN hosts Pharm Updates for APRNs seeking pharmacology-based professional development courses every year. This event is essential for APRNs looking for more information or the most current information. 

 

 

This event will begin at 7:30 a.m. in Springfield, Illinois, at the Panther Creek Country Club. It will include a variety of sessions, topics, and conversations. 

Sessions: 

• Diabetes Medications: Orals and Injectables: What to Use & What Will Insurance Pay For?
• Take a Breath: Asthma Medication Update in Pediatrics and Adult Care
• HIV Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)
• Caring for People with Opioid Use Disorder (OUD): Harm Reduction Strategies and Medications for OUD Update
• Drug Prescribing in Pediatrics & Older Adults
• Migraine Pharmacology: Acute and Preventive Therapies                        
• Obesity Medications Update

Educational Benefits and CE Credits

ISAPN partners with the Illinois Nurses Foundation as an approved provider for continuing education credits! APRNs can earn 7 CE credit hours of advanced pharmacology by attending. By joining ISAPN for this event, APRNs will not only get the CE hours they need for licensing, but they will also be able to network with other accomplished ISAPN members, learn all about the latest in PHARM, and find new career opportunities at our Pharmacology Update Event. 

 

Supporting APRNs, Advancing Careers … ISAPN PHARM Update Event 

The upcoming ISAPN Pharmacology Update Event is an excellent opportunity for APRNs to get up-to-date information and learn more about pharmacology. By addressing a wide range of topics from diabetes medications to opioids, this event is perfect for APRNs to get the CE hours they need, meet some amazing APRNs, and advance their careers. 

 

Learn more about the event and take the next step in your career. Register today!