NTI Recorded Session NTI25360

Inside the Shadows of Nursing’s Diversion Dilemma

Author(s): Megan E Brunson, PHD,RN,CCRN-CSC,CNL,FCCM; Nikki Dotson-Lorello, RN,BSN,CCRN

Contact Hours 1.00

CERP B 1.00

Expires Dec 31, 2027

Topics: Well-Being, Legal

Population: Not Applicable (non-clinical topics)

Role: Manager, Staff

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Activity Summary

Learners discover ways to identify risk factors for diversion, recognize signs of substance use disorders among healthcare staff and understand the legal and ethical implications of diversion. The session also provides practical strategies for prevention, detection and response to drug diversion incidents, emphasizing the importance of a multidisciplinary approach in mitigating risks.

Objectives

  • Explain the prevalence and mechanisms of drug diversion, including recognizing the signs of substance use disorder among colleagues.
  • Evaluate effective strategies for preventing drug diversion, policy implementation and fostering a culture of accountability and support.
  • Discuss approaches for supporting nursing staff in recovery postdiversion and creating a supportive and healthy work environment.

Continuing Education Disclosure Statement

Criteria for Awarding Contact Hours

Learners must complete the entire activity and the associated evaluation AND read Implicit Bias impacts patient outcomes. No partial credit will be awarded.

Accreditation

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider number CEP 1036, for {contactHours} contact hours.

Disclosures

The Nurse Planner has determined that no individuals with the ability to control content of this activity have relevant relationships with ineligible companies.

Activities with pharmacotherapeutic credit are to assist the APRN in fulfilling their education requirements for licensure and certification renewals.

Refund Policy

Continuing Education Activities are nonrefundable.