CNE: 12-lead ECG Interpretation for Cardiology Nurses & Techs

This class is designed for inpatient and ambulatory nurses, monitor technicians, and cardiovascular lab technicians who use 12-lead ECGs in their clinical practice.  This class will discuss:

• the anatomy of a 12-lead ECG;
• how ECG leads monitor electrical activity; and,
• how to identify abnormalities such as ST elevation and depression, bundle branch blocks, and aberrancy. 

Participants will practice with 12-lead ECG interpretation and developing a plan of care for a patient with a cardiac abnormality. Attendees should have a basic knowledge of rhythm recognition prior to attending.

1. Compare and contrast the representation of electrical activity as seen on a 12-lead ECG.
2. Differentiate common 12-lead ECG abnormalities.
3. Develop a plan of care for a patient utilizing 12-lead ECG results.

Virginia Mason employee:  No charge (FREE) 

Non Virginia Mason Professional:  $100

Payment is required at time of registration.  

Virginia Mason is a provider of continuing education contact hours.  Provider is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing.  Provider #CEP15905 for 3.75 Contact Hours.  RN contact hour certificates must be retained by the licensee/attendee for a period of 4 years after the course ends.  

Virginia Mason CNE reserves the right to change the course content, schedule, agenda or speaker as needed.  

Food and Drink:  You may bring outside food and covered drinks into conference room.

Cancellations:  Contact the CNE office if you are unable to attend this event. No Show = No Refund

Refund Policy:  Refunds will be made for a fee of $25.00 if written notice of cancellation is received at least 14 calendar days prior to the activity.  

Disability Accommodations:  Please notify the CNE office in advance if you have physical limitations needing accommodation.  

Parking: Parking is not included with registration. Virginia Mason's downtown parking facilities are limited and reserved for patients, therefore we offer this map of public lots with walking routes to the Lindeman Pavilion. 

Seattle Public transportation: Metro Bus routes serving the First Hill neighborhood include 2, 10, 12, 60, 193, and 303. Please consult the Metro Trip Planner for route information and schedules.

Inclement Weather Policy: Virginia Mason CNE follows Seattle Public Schools plan for inclement weather cancellations.  Monitor your local media source for cancellation / closure status.  

Thursday, February 6, 2020