Career Alternatives for Nurses®Tuesday, November 13, 2012 from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM (ET)Mclean, VA |
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The nursing job market is shifting and evolving - permanently! There has never been a better or more vital time to explore alternative career options in nursing. Learn about legal nurse consulting, medical esthetics, life care planning, clinical documentation specialist, fitness nursing, medical coding and billing, case management and much more.
If you are already working and looking for a change, out of work and wanting to get back in, or if you are a new nurse looking for a non-traditional job opportunity, this seminar is for you. You will learn from one of the country's most successful nurse entrepreneurs about new opportunities. This continuing education workshop, held in McLean, VA, right near the Tyson's Corner Mall, will highlight "need to know" information for moving to the next phase of your career.
Quotes from attendees:
"I feel like I hit the jackpot today at the Trump Taj Mahal by attending this seminar. Donna is a fountain of knowledge." - Ruth Nitsono Ellerbe, RN - Pennsylvania
"Donna makes learning the topic easy and the points memorable with fun stories that drive the message home." - Kathleen M. Ernst, RN, BSN - New York
"Excellent and extremely motivating seminar. I would definitely highly recommend this seminar to others." - Denise Selleck, RN - New Jersey
Donna Cardillo is very knowledgeable about current nursing careers that are growing in popularity. I'm glad I attended this seminar." - Aldrina Osborne, RN - New York
"Donna is a gifted, natural speaker. I thoroughly enjoyed both the Career Alternatives for Nurses and Learn to Speak with Style for Fun and Profit seminars. I look forward to attending future events." - Sally Metzler Wright, Texas
Key course benefits:
Who should attend: registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, new graduate nurses, nursing students, and anyone interested in learning about career options for nurses.
All participants will receive cutting-edge live instruction from career expert Donna Cardillo, will have access to seminar-only materials and resources, and will receive a continental breakfast. Those seeking continuing nursing education credits will receive 7.0 contact hours of education and a certificate.
You'll also learn:
Attend this intensive one-day seminar and gain valuable information and resources on over 60 career opportunities available to all nurses both in and out of the hospital, such as:
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Early Bird (by October 23, 2012) : $185
Registration Fee: $210 Group (3+): call for details
For more details please call |
Speaker |
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Donna Wilk Cardillo has been speaking and entertaining for over a decade. Her sense of humor and animated style bring her presentations to life. She has a passion for speaking and compassion for her audiences. Donna presents in a down to earth style that hits the mark with any audience.
Donna's speaking style is consistently described as inspirational and dynamic. She has been characterized as motivational, down to earth, funny, approachable, upbeat, knowledgeable, professional, and a good role model.
Experience the energy and enthusiasm of a live presentation by Donna. She will ignite a fire under you and start you on a journey of exploration and discovery that will enable you to avail yourself of all that life has to offer. Donna is practicing what she preaches and is living her dream.
Donna is an "Expert" blogger at doctoroz.com and author of the books, Your First Year as a Nurse - Making the Transition from Total Novice to Successful Professional, A Daybook for Beginning Nurses and The ULTIMATE Career Guide for Nurses.
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GOT QUESTIONS? "Don't sell yourself short or underestimate the value of your nursing credential and background. That RN is something that we all worked long and hard to achieve. The public consistently ranks RNs as the most trustworthy of all professionals. Every RN possesses a great body of knowledge and experience that is valuable and marketable in a variety of settings. Besides that, our nursing background enhances everything we do in healthcare and beyond. It sets us apart. Be proud of those initials after your name and promote them proudly." - Donna Cardillo |
Agenda |
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| 7:30 AM | Registration |
| 8:00 AM |
Your Motivation for Seeking Career Alternatives
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| 10:00 AM |
Break |
| 10:15 AM |
The World is a Nurse’s Oyster
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| 12:00 PM |
Lunch (On Your Own) |
| 1:00 PM |
A New Twist on Some Old Standards
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| 2:15 PM |
Break |
| 2:30 PM |
Landing the Opportunities You Want
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| 4:30 PM | Adjournment |
Hotel Information |
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Seminar will be held at:
Gannett Headquarters
7950 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22107
www.gannett.com
There are no special arrangements for discounted hotel rooms for this seminar. The hotels below, local to Gannett Headquarters, are listed for your convenience.
Hilton McLean
7920 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22012
703-847-5000
Courtyard Tysons Corner Fairfax
1960-A Chain Bridge Road
McLean,VA 22102
703-790-0207
Residence Inn Tysons Corner Mall
8400 Old Courthouse Road
Vienna, VA 22182
703-917-0800
Residence Inn Tysons Corner
8616 Westwood Center Drive
Vienna, VA 22182
703-893-0120
Tysons Corner Marriott
8028 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22182
703-734-3200
DIRECTIONS
Route 66 from Washington D.C.:
Take Route 66 West.Follow signs to Route 267, Dulles Toll Road.Exit at Route 123 South, Chain Bridge Road. After passing under I-495, stay in the far right lane. Exit right onto Tysons Boulevard. Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive. At the first traffic light turn right onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be approximately ½ mile on the right.
From the Capital Beltway (I-495):
Take exit 46A (Tysons Corner/Route 123/Chain Bridge Road South). Stay in the right lane and take the first right exit onto Tysons Boulevard.Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive.Turn right at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be approximately ½ mile on the right.
George Washington Parkway North from Washington D.C.:
Take the Virginia exit from the George Washington Parkway onto I-495 South (the Capital Beltway). Continue on I-495 South for about 2 miles. Take Exit 46A (Tysons Corner/Route 123/Chain Bridge Road South exit). Stay in the far right lanes. Exit at first right onto Tysons Boulevard. Turn right onto Galleria Drive that becomes Westpark Drive. Turn right at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 will be about ½ mile on the right.
Dulles (Limited ) Access Road:
Exit onto the right ramp Route 7, Leesburg Pike/Tysons Corner. Immediately get in the far left lane. Turn left onto Spring Hill Road, then right onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 Jones Branch Drive will be about ½ mile on left.
Route 267, TheDulles Toll Road:
Exit Route 267, the Dulles Toll Road, from the far right lane onto Spring Hill Road. Toll will be $.25. When leaving Toll Booth get into left lane at the traffic light. Exit onto one of the two left lanes of Spring Hill Road and turn left at the first traffic light onto Jones Branch Drive. 7950 will be approximately ½ mile on the left. There are three entrances to the Gannett Building from Jones Branch Drive: The Guard House, South Employee Entrance, and Service/Employee Entrance. Guests should enter through the Service/Employee Entrance.
PARKING
Coming east on Jones Branch Drive, the parking entrance is the third on the right, once you see the Gannett Building.Coming west on Jones Branch Drive, the parking entrance is the first on the left. Signs are posted for all events indicating Event/Visitor Parking.
Once you arrive at the garage, indicate that you are with Gannett Healthcare Group’s seminar titled Career Alternative for Nurses and the Security Guard on duty will direct you to parking locations.
You’ll be instructed to park on Level P2.This is the top of the Garage and is not connected to the building, but it is a quick walk from this level of the garage to the building.Once you enter the building, a set of stairs takes you down to the Lobby.
The Security Desk is located on the right across from our Convenience Store, The Daily Item.You MUST check in with Security, show ID and you will receive a name badge.Security of Signage will direct you to the seminar.
Complimentary parking is available.
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Fee includes instructional materials and a continental breakfast. Lunch is on your own.
Seminar sites are handicapped accessible and barrier-free.
Seminar room temperatures are difficult to control. For your comfort, please plan accordingly.
ALL programs must be attended in their entirety in order to receive a certificate of completion.
Cancellation and Refund Policy for Seminars:
Phone cancellations must be confirmed in writing. Cancellations received four weeks prior to the seminar receive a full refund of the registration fee. Cancellations received after four weeks and up to seven days prior to the seminar are assessed a $50 processing fee. Cancellations received seven days prior to the seminar or “no shows” are nonrefundable. Registration fees are transferable to an upcoming seminar within the same calendar year (expires December 31 each year) or to another participant. In the event that a seminar is cancelled, a full refund will be issued.
Questions? Please contact us at 800-866-0919 or events@gannetthg.com.
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Disclosures
Seminars must be attended in their entirety and the evaluation form must be completed to receive a certificate of completion.
The planners and presenter(s)/author(s) of this course have declared no real or perceived conflicts of interest that relate to this educational activity.
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Accreditation
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