141 - "Pulse Points: Advancing Skills in Vascular Surgery"

Description: The Vascular Nursing Skills Symposium is a specialized, educational event designed to enhance the clinical competence and confidence of nurses working in vascular care settings. This symposium includes four hours of instruction and hands-on experiences. It is open to all Peri-operative Nurses and Surgical Technologists across our twelve campuses. This symposium brings together nursing professionals, clinical educators, vascular specialists, vascular surgeons and advanced practitioners to provide hands-on training, evidence-based practice updates, and multidisciplinary perspectives on the management of patients undergoing vascular surgery. Key topics include a review of the basic vascular instruments, suture handling, vessel occlusion techniques, manipulation of the specialized Hybrid Operating Room table, endovascular procedures, and minor vascular procedures. Through interactive workshops and simulation labs, participants gain practical skills and up-to-date knowledge that may be used to improve patient outcomes and promote excellence in vascular surgery nursing. This symposium serves as a vital platform for professional development, fostering collaboration and innovation in the rapidly evolving field of vascular surgery.