Beyond Burnout: The Past, Present and Future of Nursing

In the face of record-high burnout rates among nurses, it's clear that the challenges extend beyond mere exhaustion. Historical factors such as staffing shortages and a culture of self-sacrifice have contributed to today's nursing crisis. To address this, nurses and healthcare professionals must prioritize self-care. This 3-hour workshop will emphasize journaling, forest therapy, and mindfulness as strategies to reduce stress and burnout among nursing professionals.

CE credit for: LPN/RN/APRN/NP 

• Registration is required. Walk-ins will not be permitted.
• Registration fee is $79.

Date

March 20, 2025, 9 a.m. - noon. 

Location

LLCC Medical District, 130 W. Mason Street, Springfield

Agenda

8:45-8:55 a.m. – Check in
8:55-9 a.m. – Announcements and welcome
9-9:10 a.m. – Introductions
9:10-9:30 a.m. – History of nursing
9:30-9:50 a.m. – Causes of stress and burnout
9:50-10 a.m. – Break
10-10:30 a.m. – Purposeful journaling
10:30-10:50 a.m. – Forest therapy
10:50-11 a.m. – Break
11-11:30 a.m. – Mindfulness
11:30-11:50 a.m. – Wrap-up/questions/surveys

2.5 CEUs

About the presenter

Leslie Catalano, MSN, RN has been a nurse since 2005. Throughout her career she has worked in several inpatient areas. In 2017 she received her master's in nursing education and now works to strengthen the field of nursing through empowering  nurses to take the time to care for themselves. 

2025 CNA Instructor Conference

EmpowerED: Embracing Innovation in CNA Education

We are thrilled to announced the 2025 CNA Instructor Conference has expanded to 1.5 days!

• Check back for conference updates and announcements.
• Registration opens in January.

Date

• Thursday, April 10 & Friday, April 11, 2025.
• Meet-and-greet: Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Location

Northfield Inn, Suites and Conference Center, Springfield, IL
3280 Northfield Dr, Springfield, IL 62702

Hotel Information

Northfield Inn, Suites and Conference Center, Springfield, IL 3280 Northfield, Dr., Springfield, IL 62702

About

This year's conference is all about embracing innovation and fostering change in CNA education. Together, we’ll challenge traditional methods, share best practices and discover new approaches to unlock the potential of our students. Don't miss this opportunity to rejuvenate your teaching and make a lasting impact on your students' success!

Call for Proposals

Illinois CNA instructors or program coordinators, grow your professional reputation by presenting a concurrent session during the 2025 conference. Presentation time slots will be 50 minutes in length and should keep in mind the overall conference theme of embracing innovation in CNA education. Call for proposals will be open until Dec. 6 at 4:30 pm. All presentations (up to 3 presenters) selected for a concurrent session will receive discounted registration to the 2025 conference.

Submit a Proposal

Agenda

Thursday, April 10

12:30-1 p.m. - Conference check-in
12:50-1 p.m. - Welcome, announcements, introduction of vendors
1-2:15 p.m. - Keynote
2:15-2:30 p.m. - Break
2:30-3:30 p.m. - IDPH Updates, Randy Carey-Walden, MSN, BSN, RN, CCM
3:30-3:40 p.m. - Break
3:40-4:40 p.m. - Main session
4:40-4:55 p.m. - Evals and closing day one
Exact Time TBD - Meet-and-greet
 

Friday, April 11

7:30-7:55 a.m. - Conference check-in
7:55-8 a.m. - Welcome and announcements day two
8-8:50 a.m. - Concurrent session 1
8:50-9 a.m. - Break
9-9:50 a.m. - Concurrent session 2
9:50-10 a.m. - Break
10-10:50 a.m. - Concurrent session 3
10:50-11 a.m. - Break
11 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. - SIU Education Coordinators: Beth Young, MSN-Ed., RN, Tabitha Reeise, MSN-Ed. RN; Angie Pavlick, BSN
12:15-1:30 p.m. - Lunch: CNAEA officer introductions and updates, vendors
1:30-2 p.m. - SIUC Updates, Darin Barham
2-3:15 p.m. - Q&A
3:15-3:30 p.m. - Evals, certificates, closing announcements
 

9.5 CEUs

Keynote

Tomorrow Glasses
presented by Matt Miller

Artificial intelligence is growing exponentially. Teachers are left wondering "how does it impact the classroom?" In the presentation, "Tomorrow Glasses," author Matt Miller explains the basics of AI (in terms that don’t require a computer science degree). He shares practical ways to start using it for teaching and learning. Plus, he’ll encourage you to put on your Tomorrow Glasses, providing practical steps to ensure your instruction is relevant to your students’ future. You’ll leave this presentation with more confidence to envision the classroom that your students need and to take the imperfect steps necessary to create it.

Main Session

Innovative Cool Things to do to Teach
presented by Matt Miller

In this session, attendees will get lots of ideas for using technology for student engagement and innovation. Miller will share some of his favorite technology tricks and tools, giving teachers plenty of “use tomorrow” content.

About the presenter

Matt Miller is a blogger, author, speaker and educator with more than 10 years of classroom experience. Miller is the author of six books, including "Ditch That Textbook," and has won awards for his teaching and writing. Miller is a Google Certified Innovator and Microsoft in Education Expert. He was named a 2023-24 Top 100 Influencer in EdTech by EdTech Digest. His "Ditch That Textbook" blog encourages tens of thousands of educators in more than 100 countries to use technology and creative ideas in teaching. You can email Matt at matt@DitchThatTextbook.com or follow him on X at @jmattmiller.

Questions for our experts

If you have questions you would like to ask our panel of experts (IDPH, Education Coordinators, SIU-C Testing, or CNAEA) please submit your questions in advance via the online form. Questions will be collected and given to our presenters so they can provide a thorough and accurate answer. Thanks for your cooperation. 

Submit a Question

Nature's Embrace: Exploring Forest Therapy Techniques

Take part in a personal and professional transformation as you reconnect with nature and yourself through the practice of forest therapy, also known as forest bathing. This immersive experience combines educational training with an active forest therapy session, allowing you to experience the profound healing powers of nature. The workshop will conclude with a calming tea ceremony, providing a reflective space to contemplate your experiences. Whether you’re a professional looking to incorporate nature-based practices into your work or an individual seeking to rejuvenate your spirit, this workshop offers valuable tools for personal and professional growth.
 

CE credit for: LCPC, RN/LPN/APRN, OT/OTA, LCSW/SW, NHA and LMT.

3 CEUs

Register for Forest Therapy

• Registration fee is $49.
• Deadline to register and pay is Monday, May 5, 2025 at 4 p.m.
• Cancellation deadline is Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4 p.m. Cancellations received by this deadline will be eligible for a refund. No refunds will be issued after this date. Cancellation requests must be emailed to continuing.education@llcc.edu.

Date

• May, 8, 2025, 1-4 p.m.
• Back up date, in case of inclement weather, is May 15, 2025

Location

LLCC Main Campus, 5250 Shepherd R.d, Springfield, IL

About the presenter

Cassandra Claman, MD, has been a practicing physician in Springfield, Illinois, for over 30 years.  In addition, she is certified as a coach for personal and professional development with an emphasis on overall well-being (PCI, IFC, DISC) and certified as a Nature and Forest Therapy guide (ANFT).  While not working she volunteers as a naturalist, rescues dogs, and tends to 30 acres of prairie, forest, and pond.  She is endlessly grateful for the time spent with family, friends, patients, clients, and staff.

LLCC is proud to be an official continuing education provider site for paramedic, basic and advanced level EMTs through endorsement from the Illinois Department of Public Health.

We offer affordable and convenient in-person CE opportunities on a revolving basis to keep your knowledge fresh and relevant in the field. These courses are intended to provide EMTs the chance to review specific components of training within their scope of practice. All courses are provided by knowledgeable and highly trained instructors. 

Who should take this training?

Any EMT looking to earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to help fulfill their continuing education requirements.

Where are classes held?

All classes are held in-person on the LLCC Springfield campus, 5250 Shepherd Road, in Logan Hall. 

Continuing Education Units 

CEUs will be earned on an hour-per-hour basis for the four-hour classes. The eight-hour classes will earn seven hours as there is a break for lunch. 

• Four-hour class = four hours of CEUs
• Eight-hour class = seven hours of CEUs

You will receive a transcript of your continuing education courses via email within 30 days after course completion.

Registration and cost

Pricing is on a sliding scale. The more hours you register for, the lower the cost per hour. Class dates, prices, registration details and cancellation policies will be available through the registration links. 

Popular topics for EMT-Basic include

Register: EMT-Basic

• Pathophysiology
• Assessment
• Pharmacology
• Behavioral Health
• Trauma

Popular topics for EMT-Advanced include

CEUs for this level only available spring semester.

• Pharmacology
• Trauma
• Special populations

Popular topics for paramedics include

Register: Paramedic

• Pathophysiology
• Acid/base
• Patient assessment
• Cardiology
• Trauma patient management
• Psychiatric disorders
• Hemorrhage, shock and fluid resuscitation
• Pediatrics

Specialty certification classes

Register: Specialty Certification Classes

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Geriatric Education for EMS (GEMS)