Refresher Series for Regulated Health Professionals (Complete Series)

This 10-session webinar series is designed for Regulated Health Professionals working in Indigenous communities, including nurses and allied health providers. Each 1-hour session delivers relevant, culturally informed education to enhance clinical skills, promote wellness, and support safe, ethical, and strengths-based care.

Who Should Attend

• Registered Nurses (RNs)
• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs/RPNs)
• Nurse Practitioners
• Allied Health Professionals (OTs, PTs, Social Workers, Dietitians, etc.)
• Health Managers and Educators working in Indigenous health systems

Pricing

• Full Series (10 webinars): $350.00
• Individual Sessions: $50.00 each

Organizations interested in purchasing this series for multiple staff members as part of their annual education requirements are invited to contact us at atyoursidefnim@sehc.com.

Discounts for teams and custom delivery options are available upon request.

Format

• 10 one-hour webinars
• Interactive, case-based learning
• Grounded in Indigenous health contexts and cultural safety principles

Topics Covered

1. Chronic Disease Management (Instructor(s): Natalie Difebo)
   Practical approaches to managing diabetes, heart disease, and other common conditions in community settings.
2. Comprehensive Head-to-Toe Assessments (Instructor(s): Natalie Difebo)
   Refresh assessment skills and documentation practices for whole-person care.
3. Infection Prevention 101: Practical Approaches (Instructor(s): Candice Sanderson, Laurie Lee Gravelle)
   Review of hand hygiene, PPE, and protocols in home and community-based care.
4. Asset Mapping and Strength-Based Narrative (Instructor(s): Gillian Lysyk)
   Tools to identify community strengths and reframe health planning around Indigenous wellness.
5. Palliative Care & Oxygen Safety in the Home (Instructor(s): Laurie Lee Gravelle)
   Supporting quality of life, symptom management, and safe oxygen use in the home.
6. Documentation and Confidentiality (Instructor(s): Natalie Difebo)
   Best practices in clinical documentation, privacy laws, and ethical responsibilities.
7. Vicarious Trauma and Self-Care for Health Providers (Instructor(s): Victoria McKay, Tyler Geisler)
   Recognizing signs of secondary trauma and strategies for building provider resilience.
8. Wound Care Essentials (Instructor(s): Corey Mackenzie, Laurie Lee Gravelle)
   Evidence-informed care for pressure injuries, diabetic wounds, and skin tears.
9. Body Mechanics & Back Safety: Safe Lifting and Using a Mechanical Lift (Instructor(s): Candice Sanderson, TBD)
   Prevent workplace injuries through safe handling techniques and proper use of lifting devices.
10. Delegation of Skills (Instructor(s): Candice Sanderson, Natalie Difebo)
    Roles, responsibilities, and strategies for effective delegation to unregulated care providers.

Benefits of Attending

• Enhance clinical and cultural competencies
• Apply current best practices in Indigenous health care settings
• Strengthen team-based care and leadership skills
• Build professional confidence and reduce burnout