Spring/Summer2016
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
2015 Fall Conference
WOW! Having just returned
There was a lot of information
How can I bring all the knowledge
from the SGNA National conference in
about the scope reprocessing; infection
and excitement from the conference
Baltimore, MD. I am excited about the
control, and sedation that all seem to
back you my co-workers and fellow
things I learn while at the conference,
be hot topic in the GI world today.
SGNA members? Well, we are
empowered by the knowledge that I have
SGNA has so many great tools to help
working on finalizing the Fall
gained, overwhelmed by trying to figure
with in this area. The Infections
Conference schedule. After attending
out how to share the information and
Prevention Program has all information
the conference we are working on
pieces that I would like to add to our
you need to make your GI a champion.
adding topics and maybe adding a little
Fall Conference and energized I can
The recently rolled out SGNA Sedation
surprise to this year’s conference. I
express the feeling you get when you
Website is another must check out site
would like to see my unit become an
are in a convention center full of nurses
for you and your coworkers. These
Infection Prevention Unit and increase
that share the same passion for GI that
excellent resources are available to
the number of members that are
you do.
members at sgna.org.
CGRN’s.
The Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates is a professional
organization of nurses and associates dedicated to the safe and effective practice
of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing. SGNA carries out its mission by
advancing the science and practice of gastroenterology and endoscopy nursing
through education, research, advocacy, and collaboration, and by promoting the
professional development of its members in an atmosphere of mutual support.
Minnesota Society of
Gastroenterology Nurses and
Associates Board Members
Thank You
President-Jill Bendiske-Minor
minor41@msn.com
President elect- Karin Cierzan
kcierzan@msn.com
Secretary Laura Danner
rldanner@comcast.net
Treasure – Deb Kjeldahl
debkjeldahl@gmail.com
GET involved in mnsgna
Board Member
Have you every thought about becoming more involved in Minnesota
Vicki Johnson- vlmsj3@yahoo.com
SGNA? Now is the time. We are currently seeking SGNA members
Geri Nelson – gn102696@yahoo.com
that would like to run for board of director opening for 2016. The
Carl Schmidt –CandCschmidt@gmail.com
board meets once a month either in person our by teleconference.
Joanne Reinhart- jo76john@hotmail.com
Between meeting everyone works on small tasks such as maintaining
our website, newsletter, finding speakers for our conferences,
applying for CE’s, and community outreach. Please consider running
for a position. If you are interested please submit your name and a
brief bio to Jill at minor41@msn.com.
Letters from MNSGNA Members
I would like to thank the MNSGNA Board for the educational scholarship to
attend the 2015 National SGNA course in Baltimore. I was such a wonderful
opportunity to listen and learn new information from all the courses that I
attended, and to meet and network with colleges from all over. And opportunities
to visit with vendors.
I was especially impressed with a few new procedures that I never heard of
before, for the treatment of GERD. TIF procedure done by GI and the Lynx
procedure done by surgeons. The many updates and discussion on infection
prevention. My new favorite buzzword “increase yield”- which can pertain to just
about everything we do!
It was such a great experience, and I am so fortunate I was able to attend.
Thanks again!
Donna Kill
Thanks to a scholarship from the MnSGNA, I had the opportunity to attend the 42nd Annual SGNA course in Baltimore, MD. It was not disappointing. There
were over 1300 GI nurses from all over the USA and from China and Nigeria. There were multiple educational sessions and the vendor room was full of new
products and technology. Sedation and infections control were the “hot” topics. We all want to do it right for our patients and our co-workers. The conference
gives you a chance to hear from experts on what the standards are and what you can do for your department. Information is given for you to bring back to work
to share with co-workers and management on ways we can improve. On call hours and staffing are common issues with no easy answers. Sometimes it is nice to
know that you are not alone.
Some take away highlights:
-Today we screen approximately 65% of the population with some type of testing, not always a colonoscopy. Goal for 2018 is 80%. One test receiving strong
interest is the FIT-Immunochemical – test for cost and ease of use for patients.
-Obesity is a big issue for all especially GI health.
- An engaged, dynamic ENDO health team is good for the patients, team and hospital or clinic.
I want to thank the MnSGNA for the scholarship to all me to attend this conference and encourage all GI nurses to become ACTIVE with MnSGNA. I am a past
board membered I realize all the good MnSGNA does for Minnesota GI nurses. There is strength in numbers!
Mary Ann Salman- CGRN