Suicide Awareness and Prevention in the Veteran Population
Presented by Nina Ketelsen, MSN, RN, CNEn
Join us at Tuesday Talks as Nina Ketelsen, MSN, RN, CNEn addresses social determinants of mental health for veterans. Discussion will include war deployment, disparities of female versus male veterans, mental health issues of the veteran population, characteristics of veterans hospitalized for suicide ideation and suicide attempt, and the Veterans Administration (VA) goals of care related to the decrease in rate of veteran suicide. She will share resources available to veterans and their families through the VA and available apps, best practices to identify at-risk individuals, and interventions that we as healthcare providers can do to destigmatize mental health issues.
How to Register
Registration is required. After registering, you will receive an email with your personal link to join the presentation on Zoom. Please plan to join the webinar a few minutes early.
Answers to Common Questions
Can I still receive contact hours if I only attend a portion of the event? You must attend a minimum of 90% of the event to receive contact hours.
How do I complete the evaluation? The evaluation link is shared in the chatbox at the end of the presentation.
When will I receive my certificate? Certificates are emailed within two weeks of the presentation to the email provided at registration.
About Tuesday Talks
Tuesday Talks is a free educational series created specifically for Alaskan nurses. Every month, we explore a unique and enriching topic with a local expert. Designed to elevate your nursing knowledge and practice, Tuesday Talks offers free contact hours to participants. The event series is hosted on Zoom and welcomes nurses across Alaska. Attendance is open to both AaNA members and non-members.
About AaNA’s CE Program
The Alaska Nurses Association is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.