Multidisciplinary Shock Care from the RN and APP Perspective

Nurses and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) are front and center in managing the shock patient in the ICU and beyond. We believe their expertise is key in making an impact on survival.

Following the success of last year’s dedicated Nursing and APP Summit, we are evolving the format in 2025 to integrate RN and APP-focused content throughout each session of the Symposium. This shift reflects our commitment to a truly multidisciplinary approach, recognizing that managing shock requires seamless collaboration across all healthcare disciplines. By embedding these discussions within each session, we aim to foster a more cohesive and team-oriented environment, aligning with the collaborative nature essential to effective shock management.

As part of this commitment, we would like to invite all nurses and APP's to join us for a Breakout Session (Friday, April 4 from 5 - 6 p.m.), where we'll recap key topics from the day and delve into case presentations tailored specifically for nurses and APP's. This session is designed to provide practical insights and foster meaningful discussions to enhance your knowledge and expertise.

This year, we are proud to partner with the American Association of Heart Failure Nurses (AAHFN) and American Nurses Association (ANA) to deliver a dynamic and meaningful experience for all attendees.

Elevate your expertise, connect with leaders in the field and pave the way for enhanced patient care and outcomes.

Nursing and APP-Focused Presentations

Session 1:
- Lactate is Too Late: Identifying Cardiogenic Shock on the Floor
  Speaker: Viktoriya Kagan, APRN – Northwestern Medicine
  Location: Main Arena
Session 2:
- Why is Inhaled Nitric Oxide my Best Friend in the ICU?
  Speaker: Meagan Chavarria, NP – Houston Methodist Hospital
  Location: Main Arena
Session 3:
- Non-Medical Interventions in Shock
  Speaker: Kali Dayton, DNP, AGACNP – Dayton ICU Consulting
  Location: Main Arena
Session 4:
- Managing a Code Blue on MCS
  Speaker: Jamie L. Deneau, APN, MS, CCNS, VAD-C – HCA Healthcare
  Location: Main Arena
Session 6:
- It's Not Just About the Numbers: Goals in Shock Management
  Speaker: Dave Young, PA – Inova Fairfax Hospital
  Location: Main Arena

Breakout Session:
- Frontline Focus: RN and APP Highlights and Case Reflections
  Location: Shock Arena

Session 8:
- Why Should Every Program have a Shock Coordinator?
  Speaker: Jonathan Emling, BSN, RN, CCRN, E-AEC – Ascension Saint Thomas Heart, Ascension Saint Thomas West Hospital
  Location: Main Arena

*Session titles and topics subject to change