Nov
14
9:00 AM09:00

November 14, 2024 Medical and Legal Aspects of Traumatic Strangulation and Trial Preparation Course

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Participants will learn how to identify injuries, including the possibility of internal injuries that require prompt recognition and intervention. Legal definitions and implications surrounding strangulation are discussed, along with the need for accurate documentation, investigation practices, and legal proceedings.

Cost

$75-RNs, EMS
$50-Prosecutors, Law Enforcement, Social Workers, Advocates

Community Partners

This course is a joint venture between the Indy Roadrunners Chapter 134 Emergency Nurses Association, ICADV, Indy Champions, and the Marion County Prosecutors Office.

Continuing Education

6.75 Indiana Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and ANCC contact hours have been submitted for attorneys, law enforcement personnel, nurses, and others.

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Aug
16
9:00 AM09:00

August 16, 2024 Medical and Legal Aspects of Traumatic Strangulation and Trial Preparation Course

Participants will learn how to identify injuries, including the possibility of internal injuries that require prompt recognition and intervention. Legal definitions and implications surrounding strangulation are discussed, along with the need for accurate documentation, investigation practices, and legal proceedings.

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This course is a joint venture between many community partners, including the Wabash Valley Roadrunners Chapter 401 Emergency Nurses Association, Council on Domestic Abuse (CODA) Wabash Valley, Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, several Vigo County prosecutors, EMS services, law enforcement, and others.

Topics include:

  • Registration

  • Introduction to the Material

  • Community and Collaborative Relationships

  • Medical Aspect of Strangulation

  • Legal Aspects of Strangulation

  • Strangulation Assessment: History and Physical Exam

  • Questions & Answers, Evaluations

Audience:

  • Emergency nurses

  • EMS personnel

  • Law enforcement personnel

  • Advocates and victim assistants

  • Social workers

  • Attorneys

  • Interested individuals

NOTICE OF DISCLOSURES

Registration begins at 0830 (8:30 a.m.) Eastern Time. The course will begin at 0900 (9:00 a.m.) Eastern Time. The course is scheduled to end by 1730 (5:30 p.m.) Eastern Time. Lunch will be provided with registration.

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Jun
17
9:00 AM09:00

June 17, 2024 Medical and Legal Aspects of Traumatic Strangulation and Trial Preparation Course

Participants will learn how to identify injuries, including the possibility of internal injuries that require prompt recognition and intervention. Legal definitions and implications surrounding strangulation are discussed, along with the need for accurate documentation, investigation practices, and legal proceedings.

This course is a joint venture between many community partners, including the West Central Chapter 501 Emergency Nurses Association, Indiana University Health West Central Region Center of Hope, Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, several Tippecanoe County prosecutors, EMS services, law enforcement, and others.

CEs will be provided through ENA, Continuing Legal Education (CLEs) and Law enforcement CEs provided through the Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ICADV).

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Apr
24
to May 29

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Didactic Course

Registration for this course has closed.

View Course Flyer HERE

View Course Syllabus HERE

Signed Class Policy Acknowledgement found HERE

Participants will not be considered for admission in the class until all documents are received. After the March 1st deadline for applications, the planning committee will review applications and notify participants of acceptance into the course. All payments for course must be made before April 18th, 2024

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Mar
1
7:30 AM07:30

March 1, 2024 - Medical and Legal Aspects of Traumatic Strangulation and Trial Preparation Course

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Chapter 137 will host the next Medical and Legal Aspects of Traumatic Strangulation and Trial Preparation Course on March 1, 2024, at the Ivy Tech Community College Evansville, in Evansville, Indiana.

This course is a joint venture between many community partners, including Chapter 137, Ivy Tech Community College Evansville, Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence, Holly’s House, Albion Fellows Bacon Center, several county prosecutors, EMS services, law enforcement, and others.

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Apr
27
10:00 AM10:00

April 25-27, 2023- Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow - Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month Conference

  • Virtual - Zoom link shared after registration (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

The theme of our conference this year is Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow. The theme encompasses the history of Rape Crisis Centers (RCCs), tips for service providers, updates from statewide RCCs, how changes in the Indiana state legislature have affected RCCs, information from the Department of Children Services, confidentiality training, and much more.

What: A conference that dives into the history of RCCs, tips for service providers, updates for statewide RCCs, legislative changes, and more

When: 04/25/23 - 04/27/23

Where: Virtual - Zoom link shared after registration

Time: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM EST

Cost: Free for Rape Crisis Center staff, $75 for non-Rape Crisis Center attendees

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Aug
16
to Sep 20

AFN Presents: Walking Forward: Best Practices for Pediatric Medical Forensic Care

The Academy of Forensic Nursing Presents:
Walking Forward: Best Practices for Pediatric Medical Forensic Care

This weekly series will take place on Tuesdays from 4-5:30pm, virtually.

Topics include:

  • August 16 Problematic Sexual Behaviors

  • August 23 Importance of Repeat Exams

  • August 30 Adressing Childhood Adversity

  • September 6 Pediatric History-taking

  • September 13 Concerning Skin Conditions

  • September 20 Child Maltreatment

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Jul
21
to Jul 22

July 21-22, 2022 - AFN Indianapolis Regional Conference

Register Now!

Beyond the Bedside: Increasing the Footprint of Forensic Nursing IV 2022

Online registration: Indianapolis 2022 Regional Conference | Academy of Forensic Nursing | AFN | Home (goafn.org)

Join your AFN colleagues at the Indianapolis 2022 Regional Conference this summer. Build your knowledge base, and enhance your forensic nursing practice over two, fast-paced conference days! Don't miss the opportunity to learn from nationally recognized speakers in the field of forensic nursing!

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Feb
24
to Feb 25

February 24-25, 2022- Adult/Adolescent SANE Clinical Course

  • Landsbaum Health Education Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This clinical training will feature hands-on skills sessions, practice with “live” patient models and training facilitated by experienced and board-certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.

Prerequisites: Participants must have previously completed the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult/Adolescent Didactic Training program.

Hoosier nurses working in rural and under served communities may be eligible for financial assistance through the Indiana SANE Training Project. To apply for financial assistance, click <<here>>.

Cost:  This program includes 16 CEUs*, course materials, and lunch each day.  

  • Indiana Residents: $200   

  • Out-of-state Residents: $300

*CEUs approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses.

This training co-sponsored by the Indiana ENA, Indiana SANE Training Project and Indiana AHEC Network.

REGISTRATION: Indiana nurses should register through the Indiana SANE Training Project link above. Out-of-state nurses, please email Angie Morris at ammorris2@usi.edu for information on how to register and submit payment.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

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Nov
13
to Nov 14

November 13-14, 2021- Adult/Adolescent SANE Clinical Course

  • Matrix Lifecare Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This clinical training will feature hands-on skills sessions, practice with “live” patient models and training facilitated by experienced and board-certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.

Prerequisites: Participants must have previously completed the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult/Adolescent Didactic Training program.

Hoosier nurses working in rural and under served communities may be eligible for financial assistance through the Indiana SANE Training Project. To apply for financial assistance, click <<here>>.

Cost:  This program includes 16 CEUs*, course materials, breakfast and lunch each day.  

  • Indiana Residents: $200   

  • Out-of-state Residents: $300

*CEUs approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses.

This training co-sponsored by the Indiana ENA, Indiana SANE Training Project, Franciscan Health Lafayette and Matrix LifeCare Center.

REGISTRATION: For information about registration, please email ammorris2@usi.edu.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Lodging Information: Staybridge Suites, 320 Meijer Drive, Lafayette, IN

Lodging Information: Staybridge Suites, 320 Meijer Drive, Lafayette, IN

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Nov
12
8:00 AM08:00

Strangulation Training

Sponsored by ENA Chapter 134 Indy Roadrunners

Sponsored by ENA Chapter 134 Indy Roadrunners

Topics:
Medical Aspects of Strangulation, Legal Aspects of Strangulation, Case Law, Research in Strangulation 

Speakers: 
Barb Bachmeier JD, MSN, APRN, NP-C, DF-AFN, FAEN
Advanced Practice Provider/Forensic Nurse

Katie Melnick JD
Chief of Special Victim’s unit for Marion County Prosecutor’s Office

Danielle Manning PhD, RN
Center of Excellence in Nursing Education Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing Manager

Cost:
RN, APP $75
Attorneys or other Professionals $50

Location: Saxony Hospital, 13000 East 136th Street, Fishers, IN 46037

Lunch will be provided.

This activity has been submitted to the Emergency Nurses Association for approval to award 6.5 contact hours. Emergency Nurses Association is accredited as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

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Nov
3
7:30 AM07:30

November 3, 2021-Trial Advocacy Testimony Training

Join us on November 3rd for a Trial Advocacy Testimony Training. This event is sponsored by the Indiana SANE Training Project and is being held in conjunction with the IPAC Sex Assault Prosecution Trial Advocacy Course. Forensic nurses will learn to work alongside legal teams and improve skills in providing testimony. Nurses will practice providing mock testimony during this event and gain perspectives from both prosecution and defense experts.

This training is for Indiana forensic nurses with limited testimony experience and those who have not yet attended a testimony training.

To register, you must apply for funding assistance at: https://usisurvey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cN5hhX11iiUwvhb

Funding assistance will include registration costs and mileage. For more information about this opportunity, please email Angie Morris at ammorris2@usi.edu.

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Sep
20
2:00 PM14:00

September 20, 2021- Pediatric SANE Case Review

Join board-certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner and Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Barbie Mulvaney and Jena Lane, the Program Nurse for the Division of Child Protection Programs at Riley Hospital for Children as they lead us in a pediatric SANE case review.

Advanced registration is required and will close on Wednesday, September 15th at 4pm.

Please plan to log in to the event at least 10 minutes prior to the event to ensure enough time to troubleshoot any access problems you may encounter.

***Please save the event link when you register.

No audio or video recordings or photographs or screenshots are permitted during the presentation.

This event is for Indiana forensic nurses, Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners and those who are currently in training, as well as for the nursing leaders who support them.

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Sep
1
to Oct 6

September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6, 2021- Adult/Adolescent SANE Course

Early bird registration through May 31st: $390

Registration fee June 1-August 18th: $465

Indiana nurses may be eligible for funding assistance from the Indiana SANE Training Project and should apply to the Project, prior to registering for the course. Funding applications can be submitted here: https://usisurvey.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cN5hhX11iiUwvhb

Schneck Medical Center is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accrededitation (OBN-001-91).

Schneck Medical Center is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Ohio Nurses Association, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accrededitation (OBN-001-91).

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Aug
26
to Aug 27

August 26-27, 2021- Adult/Adolescent SANE Clinical Course

  • Landsbaum Health Education Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

This clinical training will feature hands-on skills sessions, practice with “live” patient models and training facilitated by experienced and board-certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners.

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Prerequisites: Participants must have previously completed the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Adult/Adolescent Didactic Training program.

Hoosier nurses working in rural and under served communities may be eligible for financial assistance through the Indiana SANE Training Project. To apply for financial assistance, click <<here>>.

Cost:  This program includes 16 CEUs*, course materials, breakfast and lunch each day.  

  • Indiana Residents: $200   

  • Out-of-state Residents: $300

*CEUs approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses.

This training co-sponsored by the Indiana ENA, Indiana SANE Training Project and Indiana AHEC Network.

REGISTRATION: Indiana nurses should register through the Indiana SANE Training Project link above. Out-of-state nurses, please email Angie Morris at ammorris2@usi.edu for information on how to register and submit payment.

This nursing continuing professional development activity was approved by the International Association of Forensic Nurses, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

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