Who Should Attend?
- Perinatal/Labor and Delivery/Mom and Baby Directors, Managers, Supervisors and members of their leadership teams
- Certified Nurse Midwives
- Executive Directors of Women’s Services
Learn from leadership experts who map out clear strategies for success
Network with a community of like-minded leadership professionals to share best practices and challenges
Stay at the forefront of industry trends, products and services
Registration for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is now closed.
WHAT OUR NURSE LEADERS
Have To Say!
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Leading by Example: Creating a Cohesive Culture
Modeling leadership excellence through behavior is not an easy feat, but an important skill that takes time to develop. Demonstrating and advancing skills in priority areas such as communication, self-care, focus on quality and equity, will help to cultivate a cohesive culture and will motivate team members to follow suit and find their own path to excellence. While no leader is perfect, it’s the intention and process of striving for better that matters.
At the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum, we will:
- Learn to set boundaries and take better control over our time
- Find new ways to engage our teams through infusing joy and laughter into everyday work
- Focus on the future with a goal of creating a safer and more equitable culture
- Collaborate with other nurse leaders to find solutions to ongoing challenges
Registration for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is now closed.
Call For Abstracts
Call for Abstracts for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is closed.
Are you interested in submitting an abstract for a 60 or 20 minute speaking spot, or a poster?
PERINATAL LEADERSHIP FORUM
Speaker Lineup
Keynote Speaker
Sasha Shillcutt, MD, MS, Professor and Vice Chair at University of Nebraska Medical Center and Founder of Brave Enough
SynovaBrave Boundaries: Radical Strategies to Take Back Your Time
Dr. Shillcutt highlights her recent book, Brave Boundaries, and reviews the importance of having personal and professional boundaries in place to stay well. She explains what boundaries are, how to identify what boundaries are needed in our lives, and how to implement boundaries by communicating them to others.
Featured Speakers
Tim Cunningham, DrPH, RN, FAAN
Co-Chief Well-Being Officer, Woodruff Health Sciences Center/Emory Healthcare
SESSION TITLE:
Laughter: Not the BEST Medicine, But Too Often, the ONLY Medicine Available
Elizabeth Rudolph, JD, MSN, RN, PLNC
Attorney and CEO, JurexNurse.com
SESSION TITLE:
Ten Winning Strategies for a Successful Deposition
Shawana Burnette, DNP, RNC-OB, NEA-BC, CLNC, FAWHONN
Nursing Practice Specialist, Atrium Health
SESSION TITLE:
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find Out What It Means to EVERYONE
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SynovaFeatured Panel
“It’s All My Fault – Lessons in Accountability”
Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
Heidi Brown, MSN, RN, NE-BC, C-EFM
Nurse Manager – Labor and Delivery/OBED, Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
Synova
Jessica Anderson, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Assistant Nurse Manager, Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
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Meredith Dishman, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Assistant Nurse Manager, Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
Synova
Kim Henson, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Assistant Nurse Manager, Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
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Missy Halliday, BSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM
Assistant Nurse Manager, Novant Health – Forsyth Medical Center
SynovaPERINATAL NURSE LEADERSHIP FORUM
Pre-Conference Events
Learn to Operate: Strategies for Perinatal Nurse Leaders to Maximize Unit, Team, and Patient Outcomes (FULL DAY)
Join this engaging pre-conference session focused on the intricate relationship between quality, safety, and Perinatal Core measures. We’ll explore the integration of creative staffing models, showcasing how these strategies directly enhance unit quality and safety. Nurse leaders will also gain valuable insights into measuring data to evaluate the impact of the staffing crisis on patient outcomes. Don’t miss this opportunity to delve into real-world examples, participate in thought-provoking discussions, and find innovative solutions. In this transformative learning experience, you will elevate your understanding of perinatal care and drive positive change in your organization.
Faculty:
Pattie Bondurant, DNP, RN, Consultant, TransForm Healthcare Consulting LLC
Bobbie Smith, MSN, Clinical Manager, Children’s Hospital of Colorado
RATES:
$315 USD
Registration for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is now closed.
At a Loss? Supporting Staff during Crisis and Grief on the Unit (HALF DAY PM)
Perinatal loss presents a substantial risk to the well-being of nursing staff and other caregivers, both personally and professionally. It is crucial for healthcare leaders to adopt a dynamic and responsive approach in supporting their staff through the grieving process. By incorporating trauma-informed practices, acknowledging the profound loss, and validating their emotional reactions, leaders can play a vital role in minimizing the trauma experienced by their team members. To facilitate this support, a range of interactive resources such as videos, case scenarios, and facilitated break-out groups will be utilized. These dynamic tools aim to empower healthcare leaders in providing comprehensive assistance to their staff and fostering a healing environment in the perinatal setting.
Faculty:
Catherine Hill, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, Senior Director Nursing Education, Research, and Practice, AWHONN
Sarah Copple, MSN, RNC-MNN, C-ONQS, Manager Clinical Program Development, AWHONN
RATES:
$175 USD
Registration for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is now closed.
PERINATAL NURSE LEADERSHIP FORUM
Rates
MAIN CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
$647 USD Early Bird Registration (Ending August 4, 2023)
$697 USD Regular Registration
$797 USD Late Registration (After September 29, 2023, if available)
PRE-CONFERENCE
Single Half Day Session: $175 USD
Full Day Sessions: $315 USD (includes lunch)
Registration for the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum is now closed.
TAKE A LOOK AT OUR
Brochure & Agenda
Brochure
Take a look at our Perinatal Leadership Forum brochure for an overview of the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum Event.
Agenda
Our agenda is ever expanding. Take a look to see what we’ll be talking about at this year’s event.
APPLY FOR A
Conference Scholarship
Synova will be granting tuition scholarship for Perinatal nurse leaders to attend the 2023 Perinatal Leadership Forum. Scholarship application deadline is July 14th. Notifications will begin by August 15th. If accepted, you commit to attend the event.
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2023 PERINATAL LEADERSHIP FORUM
Conference Details
TAKE A LOOK AT THE VENUE:
Westin La Paloma, Tucson, AZ
Synova Associates
13425 Marquette Ave
Elm Grove, WI 53122
About Synova
At Synova, we are a nurse leadership institute. We strive to change how nurse leadership works and the scope of the very field. We aim to shape a diverse work environment that endorses opportunities for both personal and professional growth. Synova Associates encourages an inclusive workforce that complements that of women, neonates, and their families.
