General Nursing Orientation (GNO)
An introduction to Nursing Excellence at UCSDH for all newly hired nurses. During GNO, new nursing staff receive onboarding resources to orient them to Nursing Excellence at UC San Diego Health. We discuss the value of our nursing mission, vision, and motto and provide information on how these values are supported and advanced. We highlight team member perks, benefits, and recognition, as well as professional development programs available to our nurses. GNO is designed for newly hired inpatient and ambulatory nursing staff. If the job requires RN licensure, then attendance at GNO is mandatory. Clinical Nurses I–IV , Nursing Administration/Management , Case Management Nurses , LVNs , AYA Travelers, Float Travel RNs, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Student Health nurses are exempt. Total of 8 hours for GNO day: 4 hours of live, virtual orientation, and 4 hours for independent NEO-GNO assigned UCLC e-courses. Note: If an observed holiday…
Online Location: Zoom Meeting ID: 875 7104 3223 This class may not been in the new hires NEO week; The class is only on the 4th Wednesday of the month, unless holiday in the week, then GNO moves to the 3rd Wednesday. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
CANCELLED - Cellular Therapies Update & Stem Cell Lab Tour
Have you ever wondered where Hematopoietic Stem Cells for transplant come from (I mean how they are processed, I know you know where they come from!)? Do you wonder what the future of cellular therapies looks like? If you said, "Yes" to any of these questions then this event is for you! Dr. Jack Bui will give a lecture on the use of stem cells. We will also have speakers discussing novel cellular therapies. Content includes the procurement, cell expansion in the laboratory, administration and clinical management of the patient receiving these therapies and a tour of the SCPL.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2.5 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 2.5. Cost: Paid. UCSD Recharge. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Thriving Through Chemo: The Essential Side Effect Guide
The purpose of this course is to enhance knowledge and confidence in regard to chemotherapy side effects and treatment of those symptoms. Participants will engage with an unfolding case study, exploring chemotherapy side effects and the regimens that cause them. Appropriate assessments of side effect severity along with pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic measures, add-on's to standard treatment regimens, patient specific considerations, and healthcare disparities in the treatment of side effects will be addressed. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped to apply strategies for management of symptoms to patients experiencing side effects of chemotherapy.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Zoom: The Zoom link will be sent to participants' emails within 24 hours of the event date. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Leslie Stephenson. Contact Email: lmstephenson@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
AACN Organizational Discount Program for CCRN or PCCN certification test
AACN offers healthcare organizations the opportunity to purchase CCRN and PCCN certification test vouchers in bulk at a significant discount, saving nurses 45% off the standard price!
Eligibility Criteria for Testing: A minimum of 1,750 hours of direct patient care for acutely ill (PCCN) or critically ill (CCRN) patients over the past two years is required to take the exam. This is equivalent to 18 months of full-time work. At least 875 of those hours must be within the last 12 months. , You must hold an active, unencumbered RN or APRN license to be eligible for the CCRN/PCCN exam. What You Are Purchasing: For $205, you will receive a voucher to take either the CCRN or PCCN certification exam. (Please specify which certification you are requesting when purchasing.) , Once the voucher is redeemed, you will have 180 days to schedule and take the exam. , If you do not pass the exam, you can purchase another voucher at the discounted rate. , You may request a refund within 12 months of purchase, provided…
Online Location: AACN website. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, February 28, 2026.
ANCC Success Pays Program for Initial Professional Certification
ANCC Success Pays program for initial professional certification offers the benefit of a free retake. Eligibility Criteria for Testing: Select your certification, enter promo code and ANCC will determine your eligibility, two-to-three-week turnaround time
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/Excellence/Documents/17%20ANCC%20nursing%20certifications.pdf, What You Are Purchasing: For $290, you may apply for one of 17 ANCC nursing certifications using a code in place of the traditional payment method through the ANCC website. Once you are deemed eligible by ANCC for the certification, you will receive an authorization to test that is given a 120-day testing window. You will need to schedule and sit for your certification exam within this testing window. Failure to schedule within the testing window will require a Re-assignment Request for an out of pocket payment of $100 that is not covered by the program. You are given two opportunities to achieve certification. If you do not pass the…
Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, February 28, 2026.
Breathing New Life into COPD Management: Access, Adherence, and Polypharmacy - Independent Study
This is the third session of a three-part series to activate and engage learners regarding evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For this final session, learning will be facilitated through an unfolding case study to discuss access, adherence, and polypharmacy within COPD and smoking cessation. By the end of this session, participants should be more familiar with these unique pharmacy issues within COPD and smoking cessation and strategies to address them.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.28.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Clearer Lungs, Healthier Life: An Overview of COPD and Smoking Cessation Guidelines - Independent Study
This is the first of a three part series course to activate and engage learners regarding evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For this first session, learning will be facilitation by inclusion of an unfolding case study along with evidence and reflections following the outline below. Assessment tools and therapeutic approaches that can reduce or mitigate poor health outcomes will be introduced during this first session.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 03.26.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Clearing the Air: A Pharmacologic Approach to COPD and Smoking Cessation - Independent Study
This is the second of a three-part series course to enhance knowledge and confidence in regard to evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For the second session, participants will engage with an unfolding case study, exploring the pharmacologic landscape of COPD and smoking cessation therapies. Through interactive discussions and hands-on demonstration, the group will break down the mechanism of action, side effects, counseling points, and device usage for inhalers, nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), and oral medications. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the skills to effectively educate patients on proper medication use, optimize adherence, and provide patient-centered recommendations for both COPD management and smoking cessation.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04.26.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,…
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Conducting Nursing Research Series: The Literature Review - Independent Study
Part of the Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Council educational series "Conducting Nursing Research." In this session learn how to thoroughly review the literature to understand what is known about a topic, and what questions remain. A deep understanding of the literature on a topic helps to develop a focused research question and can inform the design of the study.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 01/21/27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Carolyn Wilder. Contact Email: cwilder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
December 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/16/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
June 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 06/17/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.5 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Neuro A - Independent Study
This four hour A&P and neuro assessment independent study course is intended for any UCSDH RN who cares for Neuro / Stroke patients. Differentiation of assessment findings based on the area of brain injury will also be included. SAH, ICH and ischemic stroke case reviews will be included.
***This course provides CEs that apply toward UC San Diego Stroke certification required hours.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 2/28/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Patient Education Lecture Series: Communicating with Patients with Ostomies - Independent Study
Learn about: The principles of communicating with patients with ostomies. , Resources to care for patients with ostomies. , Techniques to build your confidence and trust in caring for patients with ostomies in your clinical practice. PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04/23/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Patient Education Lecture Series: Communication About Meds - Independent Study
Learn about: Difference between personal and organizational health literacy , Understanding of health literacy of the geriatric patient , How to communicate about commonly given medication , Resources for patient medication education, PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 10/24/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Post Transplant Viral Infections - Independent Study
This course is part of the Transplant Course Series and features our APP speakers.
The Transplant Course Series offers customized content on topics related to the care of a patient in phases of their transplant journey (from Referral, Evaluation, Selection, Listing, Allocation, Transplant Surgery and Post-Care). This course series is intended for health system clinicians and staff caring for patients undergoing solid organ transplant in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.14.26 and will be active through 02.14.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Preceptor Development + Support Committee Education Day: Feedback and Coaching Skills for the Nurse Preceptor - Independent Study
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.22.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1.8 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
RN Triage Post Liver Transplant Patient Calls - Independent Study
This course provides an overview of the common patient calls that are triaged after patients are discharged home post-liver transplant. Common symptoms will be reviewed, along with additional patient assessments to gather. Case studies will be presented to gain an understanding of interventions that the triaging nurse may recommend, based on their assessment.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 03.03.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
September 2025: Nursing Grand Rounds: Perspectives and Best Practices in Geriatric Care - Independent Study
Quarterly Nursing Grand Rounds (NGR) will host a series of relevant nursing topics, best practices and priority education.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04/01/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Team Member Well-being Stress Reduction Series - Independent Study
A four-week learning lab series designed to educate team members on the physiological effects of stress, what long-term stress exposure does to the body and a variety of methods to reduce the negative impact of stress. Participants will also practice the methods during each session and learn how to practically incorporate the methods on a daily basis both at work and away from work.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.20.26 through 02.20.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for a max of 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: Max of 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
TIC (Trauma-Informed Care) - Independent Study
Those that work in healthcare often think they are tough and can handle everything, but it's important to remember there are challenging part to the job that may start to carry over into their personal lives, knowingly or unknowingly. This can result in not wanting to care for patients and further be defined as compassion fatigue, burnout, or even depression which is common among all healthcare providers, especially after the past couple years during the pandemic. Patients and team members all come in with a unique pasts often consisting of adverse childhood events (ACEs) that play a role into how people, interactions, and events are processed. A new care delivery, trauma informed care, provides a more positive interaction for both patients and staff and is shown to reduce compassion fatigue and create resiliency. This is an education module that goes over information on trauma informed care and how to apply trauma informed care for our patients and staff.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be…
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Vascular Education Series: Thrombolysis - Independent Study
Join Dr. Sean Perez and Dr. Ann Gaffey in this recorded education session with the 3GH and RRU teams, as they provide an in-depth discussion on the thrombolysis procedure and essential post-operative care practices. This session covers key elements of the procedure, patient management, and strategies to improve outcomes during recovery.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge and stay up-to-date on best practices in thrombolysis care.
Session Focus: Overview of the thrombolysis procedure Best practices for post-operative care Patient safety considerations Q&A and insights from expert physicians
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/17/25. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
CPI Certification
As of February, this course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar.
CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4h8XXEV,
The CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Foundation (Certification) Course is designed to teach the student critical skills for identifying, preventing and defusing disruptive or risk behavior.
This Certification course is foundational (Basic) and a prerequisite for other work place violence courses offered through UCSD Health.
Note: There will be light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Contact Hours: 8. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CPI Refresher Course - Non Violent Crisis Intervention - 3.5 hrs
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Training For Current UC San Diego Employees only. This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification.
Lecture and practical application of methods to enhance personal safety in the workplace by utilizing non-violent behavior management techniques to safely interact with disruptive and assaultive people.
Note: Course includes light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Close toed shoes are mandatory.
Event Type: Class. Cost: Free. Registration Details: This course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar!CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Recertification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4gMjcMU,
For Current UC San Diego Employees only.
This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu. Contact Phone: 858 249-5609.
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
New to Transplant RN: Initial Training: Kidney and Liver Transplant
This Transplant course offers educational content to nurses, new to caring for patients undergoing transplant – kidney and/or liver transplant.
The focus is to provide key elements of nursing assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation of the patient undergoing transplant surgery during their acute recovery phase and preparing them for discharge with key transplant patient education points.
Topics covered include transplant evaluation, immediate post op care, immunosuppressant therapy regimens, and patient education.
Method
• 1-hour Pre-Work (Readings & Quiz) required to be completed prior to In Person course. (Quiz score of 80% is required to pass. Access to the quiz and additional information will be provided through email
PLUS
• 2-hour In-Person Course. Live course includes case studies. Attendees are expected to bring pre-work materials to actively participate in discussion topics.
***In order to obtain CEUs, the attendee must complete all components of the class
Provider approved by the…
Room: Auditorium, 1st Floor. Contact Hours: 3. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Khrizna Chong. Contact Email: k1chong@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, March 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Post Heart Transplant Recipient Education: Caring for the patient Post Heart Transplant Recipient (>1 Year Post-Transplant)
This 2-hour virtual training prepares nurses to care for post-heart transplant recipients (> 1 year) with a focus on immunosuppressive medication management, rejection recognition, and laboratory monitoring.
Topics covered include: unique characteristics of transplanted hearts, proper trough level collection technique, recognition of rejection and infection, drug interactions, and appropriate escalation to the transplant team.
Method
2-hour live course, includes lecture, case studies, & variety of subject matter experts
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2.5 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Zoom: The Zoom link will be sent to participants' emails within 24 hours of the event date. Contact Hours: 2.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Norma Todd. Contact Email: notodd@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Creating Lasting Impressions through AIDET
An interactive salon that explores AIDET, a framework for communication.
REGISTER HEREProvider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Anya Rubin. Contact Email: ajrubin@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Creating Lasting Impressions through AIDET
An interactive salon that explores AIDET, a framework for communication.
REGISTER HEREProvider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Anya Rubin. Contact Email: ajrubin@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
2 Day ECG Class- Essentials of ECG and Dysrhythmia
This course is intended for nurses new to ECG monitoring or nurses needing remediation to pass the UCSDH ECG exam. Managers: Register your New to Level of Care staff in monitored units for the class date closest to their hire date.
REGISTER HERE, *Staff should have completed ECG training and Exam prior to release from orientation in monitored areas. Course designed to build skills and confidence in identifying cardiac rhythms, including paced and lethal rhythms, helping nurses respond promptly and appropriately for optimal patient outcomes. This course also discusses UCSDH policy on alarms and telemetry tech communications.
Contact Hours: 12.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Amy Kalinowski. Contact Email: amkalinowski@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026 – Thursday, March 5, 2026.
Lightwave
0800-1300.
13th Annual UC San Diego Essentials & Advances in Apheresis Therapies
This comprehensive 2½-day multidisciplinary program will be held at the Catamaran Hotel in San Diego, California. It is designed to appeal to first time attendees and to returning participants. Expert reviews of the essentials will be augmented with selected new topics and discussions of advances and innovations.
REGISTERE HERE.
Contact Hours: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (17.25 hours), ABIM MOC Part 2 (17.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (17.25 hours). Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Amy Hart. Contact Email: a1hart@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 7:00 AM – Saturday, March 7, 2026, 12:10 PM.
Catamaran Hotel
3999 Mission Blvd.
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 488-1081.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Neuro B
This 4 hour neurocritical care pathophysiology and management in person course is intended for UCSDH RNs who care for neuro/stroke patients. The course will review basic pathophysiology and management of ICP emergencies, subarachnoid hemorrhage, intracerebral hemorrhage, status epilepticus, fulminant hepatic failure and post neurosurgical patients.
***This course provides CEs that apply toward UC San Diego Stroke certification required hours.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Room: Auditorium, 1st Floor. Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenny Harris. Contact Email: jah008@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, March 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
1st Annual UC San Diego Menopause & Midlife Women’s Health Symposium
The University of California San Diego School of Medicine is proud to host the inaugural UC San Diego Menopause & Midlife Women’s Health Symposium, a half-day educational event designed to empower healthcare professionals with the latest evidence-based strategies for managing the unique health needs of women in midlife and menopause. This symposium will bring together leading UC San Diego School of Medicine experts in gynecology, endocrinology, oncology, and women's health to share insights, foster collaboration, and advance clinical care for this important patient population.
REGISTER HERE.
Online Location: Virtual Option. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Amy Hart. Contact Email: a1hart@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Hybrid Meeting -
T. Denny Sanford Medical Education and Telemedicine Center
9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093.
San Diego Chapter PANAC Meeting: ERAS in Practice - Key Concepts for Pre-Op and PACU Nurses
What: San Diego PANAC Chapter Meeting (all welcome, membership not required) FREE! , When: Saturday, March 7th 10AM - 11:30AM , Where: UCSD East Campus Medical Center, 6645 Alverado Road, West Tower, 1st Floor, Conference Room #145, Parking is Fee and Convenient in the nearby Parking Garage, please park on Level 2, Description of event: San Diego Chapter Meeting of PANAC, Our first In-Person Meeting in 5+years! Come enjoy refreshments while engaging with San Diego area Pre-Op and PACU Nurses from across the region, Who Should Attend: Pre-Op and PACU Nurses, OR Nurses, Nurses Interested in Perianesthesia or considering a transition into this growing and exciting Specialty Area, Nursing Students exploring career paths, Nurses with years of experience or those New to the Profession, All Are Welcome! Guest Speaker for Saturday, March 7th, Dr Trevor Lennard, MD Anesthesia, ERAS, What Pre-Op and PACU Nurses Need to Know, Schedule for 2026 Chapter Meetings (save the dates!), From 10AM - 11:30AM, …
Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Amy Youngblood. Contact Email: alyoungblood@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, March 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
East Campus Medical Center
6645 Alverado Road
West Tower 1st Floor Conference Room,
Rm # 1-145
10:00 am - 11:30 am.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 8, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 8, 2026.
Fourth Annual Kohlberg Johnson Family Human Milk Institute Symposium
A four-day symposium featuring top researchers in human milk, maternal, and infant health will focus on the latest advancements in these fields. Speakers will present new findings and engage in discussions on collaborative strategies for advancing research and clinical applications in maternal and infant health.
REGISTER HERE
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for ~ 9 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: ~ 9 per day. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Mitra Hooshmand. Contact Email: mjhooshmand@health.ucsd.ed.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – Friday, March 13, 2026, 3:30 PM.
Scripps Seaside Forum
8610 Kennel Way
La Jolla, CA 92037.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
BMT Series III
Series III will dive into common side effects we see in the Blood and Marrow Transplant Population. We will do an overview of central lines and CLABSI prevention topics. Talk about sepsis and finish with wellbeing and prevention of burnout.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@helath.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Towne Center Dr.
General Nursing Orientation (GNO) for Newly Licensed Registered Nurses (NLRNs)
An introduction to Nursing Excellence at UCSDH for all newly licensed registered nurses (NLRNs). During GNO, new nursing staff receive onboarding resources to orient them to Nursing Excellence at UC San Diego Health. We discuss the value of our nursing mission, vision, and motto and provide information on how these values are supported and advanced. We highlight team member perks, benefits, and recognition, as well as professional development programs available to our nurses. GNO is designed for newly hired inpatient and ambulatory nursing staff. If the job requires RN licensure, then attendance at GNO is mandatory. Total of 8 hours for GNO day: 4 hours of in-person orientation, and 4 hours for independent NEO-GNO assigned UCLC e-courses. 3 CEUs will be provided. A light breakfast will be provided. Please bring your own refreshments. , Refrigerator access is not available. If you plan to bring lunch, please bring a lunch bag with ice packs. If you are staying for NSI-E and do not bring a lunch, there…
Contact Hours: 3. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC.
Cortrak Training
The intended audience for this didactic and hands-on is Critical Care RNs at both campus sites who:
1. Are NEW to Cortrak
2. Have attended a class in the past but did not have the opportunity to gain competency in practice
3. Would like to review best practice/gain tips and tricks for success
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hour(s).
Room: 1-001 Conference Room. Contact Hours: 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Angela Klinkhamer. Contact Email: aklinkhamer@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Nursing Sensitive Indicators – Essentials (NSI-E) for Newly Licensed Registered Nurses (NLRNs)
Foundations for Safe, High-Quality Nursing Practice for all newly licensed registered nurses (NLRNs). NSI-Essentials is an interactive, in-person educational experience focused on Nursing Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) and their direct impact on patient outcomes at UC San Diego Health. The course supports newly hired NLRNs as they transition into clinical practice by reinforcing foundational patient safety and quality principles through focused, skills-based learning aligned with system standards and evidence-based practice. Participants rotate through specialty-led stations that address high-impact NSIs, including CAUTI, CLABSI, and HAPI/skin injury, with emphasis on clinical decision-making and accountability, as well as the consistent application of best practices at the bedside. NSI-Essentials promotes consistency in care delivery, strengthens situational awareness, and fosters shared accountability for nursing-driven patient outcomes across inpatient settings. The course supports organizational…
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, March 12, 2026.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
CANCELLED - New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Cortrak Training
The intended audience for this didactic and hands-on is Critical Care RNs at both campus sites who:
1. Are NEW to Cortrak
2. Have attended a class in the past but did not have the opportunity to gain competency in practice
3. Would like to review best practice/gain tips and tricks for success
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hour(s).
Room: 3rd Floor - Room 310 South Wing Tower. Contact Hours: 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Angela Klinkhamer. Contact Email: aklinkhamer@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 15, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 15, 2026.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 18, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
CANCELLED - New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 22, 2026.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, March 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, March 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 24, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring
AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course
Online pre-work is required for entry to live course. Access to pre-work begins 30 days prior and closes 1 day prior to course. Pre-work takes approximately 3.5-4 hours. Book Required: Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material - Print (8th Edition)
$145 plus shipping/fees
ISBN Number Printed Materials: 9798385129010 *Print version is recommended*
Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material – eBook (8th Edition)
$145 plus fees
ISBN Number 9798385128945 *This item is non-refundable*
Books may be purchased through Kendall Hunt: Store | AWHONN Each book contains a unique one-time use code required to take the exam and claim CEs. Note for UCSD Inpatient Women and Infant staff only: The book will be provided to you, so please do not order a copy. Pick up your copy from the unit Educator.
Course ID: UCSW2555595
Instructor ID: 42364342.
Contact Hours: 11.5 CEs awarded by AWHONN. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Tiffany Lentz. Contact Email: tjlentz@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
UCSD Care Navigation Hub Lightwave
9305 Lightwave Ave
San Diego, CA 92123
Training Room 212.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
General Nursing Orientation (GNO)
An introduction to Nursing Excellence at UCSDH for all newly hired nurses. During GNO, new nursing staff receive onboarding resources to orient them to Nursing Excellence at UC San Diego Health. We discuss the value of our nursing mission, vision, and motto and provide information on how these values are supported and advanced. We highlight team member perks, benefits, and recognition, as well as professional development programs available to our nurses. GNO is designed for newly hired inpatient and ambulatory nursing staff. If the position requires RN licensure, then attendance at GNO is mandatory. Clinical Nurses I–IV , Nursing Administration/Management , Case Management Nurses , LVNs , AYA Travelers, Float Travel RNs, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Student Health nurses are exempt. Total of 8 hours for GNO day: 4 hours of in-person orientation, and 4 hours for independent NEO-GNO assigned UCLC e-courses. 3 CEUs will be provided. …
Contact Hours: 3. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.
Nursing Sensitive Indicators – Essentials (NSI-E)
Foundations for Safe, High-Quality Nursing Practice, NSI-Essentials is an interactive, in-person educational experience focused on Nursing Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) and their direct impact on patient outcomes at UC San Diego Health. The course supports newly hired nurses as they transition into clinical practice by reinforcing foundational patient safety and quality principles through focused, skills-based learning aligned with system standards and evidence-based practice. Participants rotate through specialty-led stations that address high-impact NSIs, including CAUTI, CLABSI, and HAPI/skin injury, with emphasis on clinical decision-making and accountability, as well as the consistent application of best practices at the bedside. NSI-Essentials promotes consistency in care delivery, strengthens situational awareness, and fosters shared accountability for nursing-driven patient outcomes across inpatient settings. The course supports organizational quality goals, Magnet principles, and a culture of…
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Location In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.
From Gut Hormones to Game-Changers: GLP-1 Based Therapies for Weight Management
This course aims to deepen knowledge and foster discussion around GLP-1 and GIP medications, their treatment applications, and accessibility. Participants will engage in an unfolding case study focused on GLP-1 and GIP medications, exploring their pathophysiology, clinical indications, comparative effectiveness, and access considerations such as costs and assistance programs. By the end of this session, participants will be able to make informed decisions regarding medication therapy for weight loss and gain a deeper understanding of patients who use these treatments.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Zoom: The Zoom link will be sent to participants' emails within 24 hours of the event date. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Leslie Stephenson DNP, RN, CNE. Contact Email: lmstephenson@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, March 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, March 28, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 29, 2026.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 29, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, March 29, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
CCP Quarterly Education
This quarterly education activity is designed for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and focuses on strengthening foundational clinical knowledge and practical bedside skills essential to inpatient care. Participation requires an active Certified Nursing Assistant license. Priority registration and placement will be granted to CCP Float Pool staff to ensure timely completion of mandatory education requirements. Course content will include: • Foundations of bladder training, including principles of continence support, patient-centered toileting strategies, and prevention of urinary complications
• Understanding vital signs and cardiac trends, emphasizing early recognition of clinically significant changes, escalation pathways, and the CNA role in patient monitoring, Hands-on skills training will include: • Bladder scanner operation and appropriate clinical application
• 12-lead EKG electrode placement to support accurate cardiac monitoring, This activity is structured to reinforce safe patient care…
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Contact Hours: Up to 2 CEUs anticipated. CDPH Application currently in process. NAC# Pending. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Jenna Magallanes DNP, RN. Contact Email: jemagallanes@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, March 30, 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
AACN Organizational Discount Program for CCRN or PCCN certification test
AACN offers healthcare organizations the opportunity to purchase CCRN and PCCN certification test vouchers in bulk at a significant discount, saving nurses 45% off the standard price!
Eligibility Criteria for Testing: A minimum of 1,750 hours of direct patient care for acutely ill (PCCN) or critically ill (CCRN) patients over the past two years is required to take the exam. This is equivalent to 18 months of full-time work. At least 875 of those hours must be within the last 12 months. , You must hold an active, unencumbered RN or APRN license to be eligible for the CCRN/PCCN exam. What You Are Purchasing: For $205, you will receive a voucher to take either the CCRN or PCCN certification exam. (Please specify which certification you are requesting when purchasing.) , Once the voucher is redeemed, you will have 180 days to schedule and take the exam. , If you do not pass the exam, you can purchase another voucher at the discounted rate. , You may request a refund within 12 months of purchase, provided…
Online Location: AACN website. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
ANCC Success Pays Program for Initial Professional Certification
ANCC Success Pays program for initial professional certification offers the benefit of a free retake. Eligibility Criteria for Testing: Select your certification, enter promo code and ANCC will determine your eligibility, two-to-three-week turnaround time
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/Excellence/Documents/17%20ANCC%20nursing%20certifications.pdf, What You Are Purchasing: For $290, you may apply for one of 17 ANCC nursing certifications using a code in place of the traditional payment method through the ANCC website. Once you are deemed eligible by ANCC for the certification, you will receive an authorization to test that is given a 120-day testing window. You will need to schedule and sit for your certification exam within this testing window. Failure to schedule within the testing window will require a Re-assignment Request for an out of pocket payment of $100 that is not covered by the program. You are given two opportunities to achieve certification. If you do not pass the…
Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026.
AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring - Virtual Offering
The Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring course expands on knowledge and physiological principals presented in the AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course. This course uses a case study approach to focusing on the analysis of maternal-fetal physiology related to complex clinical information and fetal heart rate tracings. The course emphasizes the physiology of fetal-maternal oxygenation, interpretation of tracings, the selection of clinical interventions, and perinatal risk-management principles. An optional knowledge integration test in available.
Book Required: Advanced Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material - Print (7th Edition)
$120 plus shipping/fees
ISBN Number Printed Materials: 9798385129027 *Print version is recommended*
Advanced Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material – eBook (7th Edition)
$120 plus fees
ISBN Number 9798385128877 *This item is non-refundable*, Books may be purchased through Kendall Hunt: Store | AWHONN Each book contains a unique one-time use code required to take the…
Online Location: Zoom: The Zoom link will be sent to registrants within 24 hours of the event date. Contact Hours: 8 CEs awarded by AWHONN. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Tiffany Lentz. Contact Email: tjlentz@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Breathing New Life into COPD Management: Access, Adherence, and Polypharmacy - Independent Study
This is the third session of a three-part series to activate and engage learners regarding evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For this final session, learning will be facilitated through an unfolding case study to discuss access, adherence, and polypharmacy within COPD and smoking cessation. By the end of this session, participants should be more familiar with these unique pharmacy issues within COPD and smoking cessation and strategies to address them.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.28.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Clearing the Air: A Pharmacologic Approach to COPD and Smoking Cessation - Independent Study
This is the second of a three-part series course to enhance knowledge and confidence in regard to evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For the second session, participants will engage with an unfolding case study, exploring the pharmacologic landscape of COPD and smoking cessation therapies. Through interactive discussions and hands-on demonstration, the group will break down the mechanism of action, side effects, counseling points, and device usage for inhalers, nicotine replacement therapy (NRT), and oral medications. By the end of this session, participants will be equipped with the skills to effectively educate patients on proper medication use, optimize adherence, and provide patient-centered recommendations for both COPD management and smoking cessation.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04.26.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,…
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Conducting Nursing Research Series: The Literature Review - Independent Study
Part of the Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Council educational series "Conducting Nursing Research." In this session learn how to thoroughly review the literature to understand what is known about a topic, and what questions remain. A deep understanding of the literature on a topic helps to develop a focused research question and can inform the design of the study.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 01/21/27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Carolyn Wilder. Contact Email: cwilder@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
December 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/16/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
June 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 06/17/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.5 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Neuro A - Independent Study
This four hour A&P and neuro assessment independent study course is intended for any UCSDH RN who cares for Neuro / Stroke patients. Differentiation of assessment findings based on the area of brain injury will also be included. SAH, ICH and ischemic stroke case reviews will be included.
***This course provides CEs that apply toward UC San Diego Stroke certification required hours.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 2/28/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Patient Education Lecture Series: Communicating with Patients with Ostomies - Independent Study
Learn about: The principles of communicating with patients with ostomies. , Resources to care for patients with ostomies. , Techniques to build your confidence and trust in caring for patients with ostomies in your clinical practice. PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04/23/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Patient Education Lecture Series: Communication About Meds - Independent Study
Learn about: Difference between personal and organizational health literacy , Understanding of health literacy of the geriatric patient , How to communicate about commonly given medication , Resources for patient medication education, PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 10/24/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Post Transplant Viral Infections - Independent Study
This course is part of the Transplant Course Series and features our APP speakers.
The Transplant Course Series offers customized content on topics related to the care of a patient in phases of their transplant journey (from Referral, Evaluation, Selection, Listing, Allocation, Transplant Surgery and Post-Care). This course series is intended for health system clinicians and staff caring for patients undergoing solid organ transplant in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.14.26 and will be active through 02.14.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Preceptor Development + Support Committee Education Day: Feedback and Coaching Skills for the Nurse Preceptor - Independent Study
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.22.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1.8 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
September 2025: Nursing Grand Rounds: Perspectives and Best Practices in Geriatric Care - Independent Study
Quarterly Nursing Grand Rounds (NGR) will host a series of relevant nursing topics, best practices and priority education.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 04/01/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Team Member Well-being Stress Reduction Series - Independent Study
A four-week learning lab series designed to educate team members on the physiological effects of stress, what long-term stress exposure does to the body and a variety of methods to reduce the negative impact of stress. Participants will also practice the methods during each session and learn how to practically incorporate the methods on a daily basis both at work and away from work.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.20.26 through 02.20.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for a max of 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: Max of 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
TIC (Trauma-Informed Care) - Independent Study
Those that work in healthcare often think they are tough and can handle everything, but it's important to remember there are challenging part to the job that may start to carry over into their personal lives, knowingly or unknowingly. This can result in not wanting to care for patients and further be defined as compassion fatigue, burnout, or even depression which is common among all healthcare providers, especially after the past couple years during the pandemic. Patients and team members all come in with a unique pasts often consisting of adverse childhood events (ACEs) that play a role into how people, interactions, and events are processed. A new care delivery, trauma informed care, provides a more positive interaction for both patients and staff and is shown to reduce compassion fatigue and create resiliency. This is an education module that goes over information on trauma informed care and how to apply trauma informed care for our patients and staff.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be…
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
Vascular Education Series: Thrombolysis - Independent Study
Join Dr. Sean Perez and Dr. Ann Gaffey in this recorded education session with the 3GH and RRU teams, as they provide an in-depth discussion on the thrombolysis procedure and essential post-operative care practices. This session covers key elements of the procedure, patient management, and strategies to improve outcomes during recovery.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge and stay up-to-date on best practices in thrombolysis care.
Session Focus: Overview of the thrombolysis procedure Best practices for post-operative care Patient safety considerations Q&A and insights from expert physicians
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/17/25. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
CPI Certification
As of February, this course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar.
CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4h8XXEV,
The CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Foundation (Certification) Course is designed to teach the student critical skills for identifying, preventing and defusing disruptive or risk behavior.
This Certification course is foundational (Basic) and a prerequisite for other work place violence courses offered through UCSD Health.
Note: There will be light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Contact Hours: 8. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CPI Refresher Course - Non Violent Crisis Intervention - 3.5 hrs
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Training For Current UC San Diego Employees only. This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification.
Lecture and practical application of methods to enhance personal safety in the workplace by utilizing non-violent behavior management techniques to safely interact with disruptive and assaultive people.
Note: Course includes light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Close toed shoes are mandatory.
Event Type: Class. Cost: Free. Registration Details: This course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar!CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Recertification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4gMjcMU,
For Current UC San Diego Employees only.
This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu. Contact Phone: 858 249-5609.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 2, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 5, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 5, 2026.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 12, 2026.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 12, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 12, 2026.
2 Day ECG Class- Essentials of ECG and Dysrhythmia
This course is intended for nurses new to ECG monitoring or nurses needing remediation to pass the UCSDH ECG exam. Managers: Register your New to Level of Care staff in monitored units for the class date closest to their hire date.
REGISTER HERE, *Staff should have completed ECG training and Exam prior to release from orientation in monitored areas. Course designed to build skills and confidence in identifying cardiac rhythms, including paced and lethal rhythms, helping nurses respond promptly and appropriately for optimal patient outcomes. This course also discusses UCSDH policy on alarms and telemetry tech communications.
Contact Hours: 12.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Amy Kalinowski. Contact Email: amkalinowski@health.ucsd.edu.
Monday, April 13, 2026 – Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
Lightwave
0800-1300.
Caring For a Patient on ECMO
This course is for organizations that want to educate primary bedside RNs who will be collaborating with ECMO specialists in caring for patients who are on ECMO. It focuses on how ECMO impacts the patients head toe nursing assessment and teaches basic ECMO emergency management. This is a 3-hour course, 180 minutes of didactic.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hour(s).
Room: 1-001 Conference Room. Contact Hours: 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Michelle Parrett. Contact Email: mparrett@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
CANCELLED - New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 16, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 19, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 19, 2026.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
General Nursing Orientation (GNO)
An introduction to Nursing Excellence at UCSDH for all newly hired nurses. During GNO, new nursing staff receive onboarding resources to orient them to Nursing Excellence at UC San Diego Health. We discuss the value of our nursing mission, vision, and motto and provide information on how these values are supported and advanced. We highlight team member perks, benefits, and recognition, as well as professional development programs available to our nurses. GNO is designed for newly hired inpatient and ambulatory nursing staff. If the position requires RN licensure, then attendance at GNO is mandatory. Clinical Nurses I–IV , Nursing Administration/Management , Case Management Nurses , LVNs , AYA Travelers, Float Travel RNs, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Student Health nurses are exempt. Total of 8 hours for GNO day: 4 hours of in-person orientation, and 4 hours for independent NEO-GNO assigned UCLC e-courses. 3 CEUs will be provided. …
Contact Hours: 3. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.
Nursing Sensitive Indicators – Essentials (NSI-E)
Foundations for Safe, High-Quality Nursing Practice, NSI-Essentials is an interactive, in-person educational experience focused on Nursing Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) and their direct impact on patient outcomes at UC San Diego Health. The course supports newly hired nurses as they transition into clinical practice by reinforcing foundational patient safety and quality principles through focused, skills-based learning aligned with system standards and evidence-based practice. Participants rotate through specialty-led stations that address high-impact NSIs, including CAUTI, CLABSI, and HAPI/skin injury, with emphasis on clinical decision-making and accountability, as well as the consistent application of best practices at the bedside. NSI-Essentials promotes consistency in care delivery, strengthens situational awareness, and fosters shared accountability for nursing-driven patient outcomes across inpatient settings. The course supports organizational quality goals, Magnet principles, and a culture of…
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Location In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.
PCU Series - Cardiac Pulmonary Day - (1 of 4), March 2026 Cohort
Time: TBD
Hybrid format with learning comprised of self-study Pre-work and in-person class time.
Registration Via Unit Managers Only
Program Contact: Amy Kalinowski & Carin Resseguie.
Cost: UCSD Recharge.
Thursday, April 23, 2026.
TBD.
Artificial Intelligence in Nephrology Conference
The Artificial Intelligence in Nephrology Conference is a two-day educational event designed to explore the transformative role of AI in kidney care. The program will feature keynote addresses, expert-led sessions, and interactive discussions on AI applications in chronic kidney disease (CKD), acute kidney injury (AKI), dialysis, transplant nephrology, Nephropathology and precision medicine.
The conference spans two days and includes keynote presentations, thematic sessions, poster presentations, and networking opportunities. Topics range from foundational AI concepts to advanced applications in nephrology, with a focus on clinical relevance and translational potential.
REGISTER HERE.
Contact Hours: AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (10.25 hours), ABIM MOC Part 2 (10.25 hours), Non-Physician Attendance (10.25 hours). Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Amy Hart. Contact Email: a1hart@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – Friday, April 24, 2026, 3:00 PM.
Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI)
9452 Medical Center Drive
La Jolla, CA 92037.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
EPIC Beacon & Chemotherapy Training for the Inpatient RN
This course will be a supplement to the ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course or the ONS Fundamentals of Chemo/Immuno and provide hands-on skills as well as inpatient EPIC Beacon training. This course will include an overview of UCSD’s policies and procedures for chemotherapy administration for cancer diagnosis and hazardous drug handling education. The first half of class will be Beacon training and the second half of class will be skills. Any nurse who administers or handles chemotherapy is welcome to come to the second half of class.
Cost: Free. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Towne Center Dr.
ALS Clinical Care, Home Care, and Community Partnership Conference
The ALS Clinic will provide a comprehensive and impactful ALS Conference to be held in San Diego, California. This event aims to bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, caregivers, and advocates to advance education, collaboration, and innovation in the care and treatment of individuals living with ALS.
Please contact Robin Dunlay if you wish to make a donation to help ensure this conference can be held annually.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4.5 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 4.5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Robin Dunlay. Contact Email: rlabernathy@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, April 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM.
The Catamaran Resort
3999 Mission Boulevard
San Diego CA 92109.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 26, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, April 26, 2026.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Foundations of Precepting (formerly Precepting with Pride)
Precepting with Pride is the foundational training that is required to be a preceptor at UCSD Health. The 4-hour course covers the UCSD preceptor program philosophy and preceptor roles and expectations. Concepts of adult learning are discussed along with individual preferred learning styles. Various teaching strategies with learning validation and teach-back are explored. Purposeful questioning is introduced and incorporated through role-playing to foster critical thinking in a preceptorship. Delivering actionable feedback is covered with scenario-based training integrated. Methods to evaluate oreintees are reviewed and tools for effective communication are provided. Preceptor tools and online resources are explored, including policies, guidelines, and competency-based orientation documents.
Staff members interested in preceptor training should be experienced and competent with an interest to teach and desire to precept. It is recommended for those interested in preceptor training to have one year or greate…
Room: Auditorium, 1st Floor. Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Megan Londerholm. Contact Email: mlonderholm@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
AACN Organizational Discount Program for CCRN or PCCN certification test
AACN offers healthcare organizations the opportunity to purchase CCRN and PCCN certification test vouchers in bulk at a significant discount, saving nurses 45% off the standard price!
Eligibility Criteria for Testing: A minimum of 1,750 hours of direct patient care for acutely ill (PCCN) or critically ill (CCRN) patients over the past two years is required to take the exam. This is equivalent to 18 months of full-time work. At least 875 of those hours must be within the last 12 months. , You must hold an active, unencumbered RN or APRN license to be eligible for the CCRN/PCCN exam. What You Are Purchasing: For $205, you will receive a voucher to take either the CCRN or PCCN certification exam. (Please specify which certification you are requesting when purchasing.) , Once the voucher is redeemed, you will have 180 days to schedule and take the exam. , If you do not pass the exam, you can purchase another voucher at the discounted rate. , You may request a refund within 12 months of purchase, provided…
Online Location: AACN website. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, April 30, 2026.
ANCC Success Pays Program for Initial Professional Certification
ANCC Success Pays program for initial professional certification offers the benefit of a free retake. Eligibility Criteria for Testing: Select your certification, enter promo code and ANCC will determine your eligibility, two-to-three-week turnaround time
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/Excellence/Documents/17%20ANCC%20nursing%20certifications.pdf, What You Are Purchasing: For $290, you may apply for one of 17 ANCC nursing certifications using a code in place of the traditional payment method through the ANCC website. Once you are deemed eligible by ANCC for the certification, you will receive an authorization to test that is given a 120-day testing window. You will need to schedule and sit for your certification exam within this testing window. Failure to schedule within the testing window will require a Re-assignment Request for an out of pocket payment of $100 that is not covered by the program. You are given two opportunities to achieve certification. If you do not pass the…
Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Thursday, April 30, 2026.
PCU Series - Neurological Palliative Day - (2 of 4), March 2026 Cohort
Time: TBD
Hybrid format with learning comprised of self-study Pre-work and in-person class time.
Registration Via Unit Managers Only
Program Contact: Amy Kalinowski & Carin Resseguie.
Cost: UCSD Recharge.
Thursday, April 30, 2026.
TBD.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Breathing New Life into COPD Management: Access, Adherence, and Polypharmacy - Independent Study
This is the third session of a three-part series to activate and engage learners regarding evidence-based management of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and smoking cessation guidelines. For this final session, learning will be facilitated through an unfolding case study to discuss access, adherence, and polypharmacy within COPD and smoking cessation. By the end of this session, participants should be more familiar with these unique pharmacy issues within COPD and smoking cessation and strategies to address them.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.28.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Conducting Nursing Research Series: The Literature Review - Independent Study
Part of the Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Council educational series "Conducting Nursing Research." In this session learn how to thoroughly review the literature to understand what is known about a topic, and what questions remain. A deep understanding of the literature on a topic helps to develop a focused research question and can inform the design of the study.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 01/21/27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Carolyn Wilder. Contact Email: cwilder@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
December 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/16/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
June 2025 - What's New In The U?: UC San Diego Health Unit Based Practice Council Annual Reports - Independent Study
14 Units from both HC and LJ Campuses will produce Report Out videos which will play throughout the webinar. After each video, the unit representatives will be available for Q&A with participants. Webinar will also include a diversity segment reviewing UCSD's values and goals towards increasing diversity, social justice, and equity in the both the health and campus settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 06/17/26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 3.5 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 3.5. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Joshua De Jesus. Contact Email: j3dejesus@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Neuro A - Independent Study
This four hour A&P and neuro assessment independent study course is intended for any UCSDH RN who cares for Neuro / Stroke patients. Differentiation of assessment findings based on the area of brain injury will also be included. SAH, ICH and ischemic stroke case reviews will be included.
***This course provides CEs that apply toward UC San Diego Stroke certification required hours.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 2/28/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Patient Education Lecture Series: Communication About Meds - Independent Study
Learn about: Difference between personal and organizational health literacy , Understanding of health literacy of the geriatric patient , How to communicate about commonly given medication , Resources for patient medication education, PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 10/24/26. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Post Transplant Viral Infections - Independent Study
This course is part of the Transplant Course Series and features our APP speakers.
The Transplant Course Series offers customized content on topics related to the care of a patient in phases of their transplant journey (from Referral, Evaluation, Selection, Listing, Allocation, Transplant Surgery and Post-Care). This course series is intended for health system clinicians and staff caring for patients undergoing solid organ transplant in both the inpatient and outpatient settings.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.14.26 and will be active through 02.14.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Preceptor Development + Support Committee Education Day: Feedback and Coaching Skills for the Nurse Preceptor - Independent Study
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.22.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1.8 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Team Member Well-being Stress Reduction Series - Independent Study
A four-week learning lab series designed to educate team members on the physiological effects of stress, what long-term stress exposure does to the body and a variety of methods to reduce the negative impact of stress. Participants will also practice the methods during each session and learn how to practically incorporate the methods on a daily basis both at work and away from work.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open starting 02.20.26 through 02.20.27, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for a max of 2 contact hours.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: Max of 2. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
Vascular Education Series: Thrombolysis - Independent Study
Join Dr. Sean Perez and Dr. Ann Gaffey in this recorded education session with the 3GH and RRU teams, as they provide an in-depth discussion on the thrombolysis procedure and essential post-operative care practices. This session covers key elements of the procedure, patient management, and strategies to improve outcomes during recovery.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your clinical knowledge and stay up-to-date on best practices in thrombolysis care.
Session Focus: Overview of the thrombolysis procedure Best practices for post-operative care Patient safety considerations Q&A and insights from expert physicians
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 12/17/25. Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026.
CPI Certification
As of February, this course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar.
CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4h8XXEV,
The CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Foundation (Certification) Course is designed to teach the student critical skills for identifying, preventing and defusing disruptive or risk behavior.
This Certification course is foundational (Basic) and a prerequisite for other work place violence courses offered through UCSD Health.
Note: There will be light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Closed toed shoes are mandatory.
Contact Hours: 8. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu.
Friday, May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
CPI Refresher Course - Non Violent Crisis Intervention - 3.5 hrs
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (CPI) Training For Current UC San Diego Employees only. This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification.
Lecture and practical application of methods to enhance personal safety in the workplace by utilizing non-violent behavior management techniques to safely interact with disruptive and assaultive people.
Note: Course includes light physical activity. Casual attire suited for physical activity is recommended. Close toed shoes are mandatory.
Event Type: Class. Cost: Free. Registration Details: This course is being removed from the Nursing Calendar!CPI courses have been moved to the UCLC. Please schedule your CPI courses via the following addresses: Crisis Prevention Intervention Recertification Training - https://go.ucsd.edu/4gMjcMU,
For Current UC San Diego Employees only.
This course is a recertification course designed for employees who have attended the CPI Foundational course and need their annual recertification. Contact Name: Larry Hall. Contact Email: l1hall@ucsd.edu. Contact Phone: 858 249-5609.
Friday, May 1, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 3, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 3, 2026.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for Non-Oncology Diagnoses
In this comprehensive course, nurses will become familiar with chemotherapy and immunotherapy that is being used to treat noncancerous conditions such as autoimmune diseases, inflammatory conditions, and transplant rejection all thought out the healthcare system. Safe handling of hazardous drugs will also be addressed. Non-oncology RNs will learn how to care for these patients and ensure their safety.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 4 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Towne Center Dr.
PCU Series - Abdomen and Infusions Day - (3 of 4), March 2026 Cohort
Time: TBD
Hybrid format with learning comprised of self-study Pre-work and in-person class time.
Registration Via Unit Managers Only.
Program Contact: Amy Kalinowski & Carin Resseguie.
Cost: UCSD Recharge.
Thursday, May 7, 2026.
TBD.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 10, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 10, 2026.
Intro to Cardiac Diagnostics: Implications for Transplant - Independent Study
This course provides an introduction to cardiac diagnostic tests that may be included in a patients' evaluation for transplant. An introduction to hemodynamic values will be presented, along with what additional information that the following procedures may provide: right and/or left heart catheterization, echocardiogram. Case studies will be presented to show how normal/abnormal values impact transplant work-up.
PLEASE NOTE: This Independent Learning will be open through 05.12.26, Click here to access the Independent Study
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 1 contact hour.
Online Location: Independent Learning: No Registration Needed. Contact Hours: 1. Cost: Free. Contact Name: Nursing Education. Contact Email: edr@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
AWHONN Advanced Fetal Monitoring
The Advanced Fetal Heart Monitoring course expands on knowledge and physiological principals presented in the AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course. This course uses a case study approach to focusing on the analysis of maternal-fetal physiology related to complex clinical information and fetal heart rate tracings. The course emphasizes the physiology of fetal-maternal oxygenation, interpretation of tracings, the selection of clinical interventions, and perinatal risk-management principles. An optional knowledge integration test in available.Book Required: Advanced Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material - Print (7th Edition)
$120 plus shipping/fees
ISBN Number Printed Materials: 9798385129027 *Print version is recommended*
Advanced Fetal Monitoring Course: Participant Material – eBook (7th Edition)
$120 plus fees
ISBN Number 9798385128877 *This item is non-refundable*,
Books may be purchased through Kendall Hunt: Store | AWHONN Each book contains a unique one-time use code required to take the…
Contact Hours: 8 CEs awarded by AWHONN. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Tiffany Lentz. Contact Email: tjlentz@health.ucsd.edu.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
UCSD Care Navigation Hub Lightwave
9305 Lightwave Ave
San Diego, CA 92123
Training Room 212.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
PCU Series - PCU Skills Day - (4 of 4), March 2026 Cohort
Time: TBD
Registration Via Unit Managers Only.
Program Contact: Amy Kalinowski & Carin Resseguie.
Cost: UCSD Recharge.
Thursday, May 14, 2026 – Friday, May 15, 2026.
TBD.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only - Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training - Hillcrest
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: Camelot Conference Room. Cost: Free.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
UC San Diego Lupus Center Annual Symposium: Understanding and Improving Challenges in Lupus Care in 2026
At UC San Diego Health, our rheumatology division is committed to improving patient care in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Through the generosity of the Wolfe Family, a center for lupus excellence, the UC San Diego Lupus Center, was established in the fall of 2023. The mission of this center is to improve patient care and education, to collaborate with other disciplines in a multidisciplinary approach to SLE care, and to facilitate ongoing efforts for collaborative research and involvement in clinical trials. With this symposium, we will have lupus specialists in various disciplines offer their expertise to educate the local community of SLE patients and their families. Our goal is to bring the lupus community together for an exciting, educational, and enriching day.
REGISTER HERE.
Cost: Free. Paid. Contact Name: Jennifer Fruehauf. Contact Email: jachsel@health.ucsd.edu.
Saturday, May 16, 2026, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
The Alexandria at Torrey Pines
10996 Torreyana Rd,
San Diego, CA 92121.
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course
ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx
INITIAL COURSE 10 NCPD
RENEWAL COURSE 6 NCPD, ONS Fundamentals of Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Administration Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu and copy your manager, include your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS Fundamentals in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within…
Online Location: ONS.ORG. Contact Hours: 10 NCPD Initial / 6 NCPD Renewal. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Marcy Conder. Contact Email: mconder@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 17, 2026.
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Voucher
ONS/ONCC Initial or Renewal Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course Enrollment Process for UCSD EMPLOYEES ONLY. Click here for COMPLETE COURSE INFORMATION:
https://pulse.ucsd.edu/departments/EDR/education/oncology/Pages/default.aspx, ONS/ONCC Chemotherapy Immunotherapy Certificate Course INITIAL or RENEWAL ENROLLMENT PROCESS. IF PAYING BY RECHARGE NUMBER PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER HERE. ***E-MAIL Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu with your NAME, COST CENTER (You can obtain your cost center number from your manager) and write INITIAL or RENEWAL ONS/ONCC in the subject line. IF PAYING BY CREDIT CARD, add correct course amount to your cart and proceed to pay. Please forward your receipt by email to Marcy Conder @ mconder@health.ucsd.edu to receive your voucher code. If you do not follow these directions it will lead to a DELAY in obtaining course access. Please plan accordingly, you will receive your voucher code and instructions within the week after the date you email Marcy Conder. This…
Contact Hours: 16.3 or 5. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@health.ucsd.edu.
Sunday, May 17, 2026.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
New Hire Staff Only Safe Patient Handling Training - La Jolla
New Hire Safe Patient Handling Training, This 1-hour session is designed specifically for new hire staff only to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health. Participants will also complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training focuses on preventing employee injuries related to manual patient handling and promoting safer patient mobilization. The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open.
Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
Safe Patient Handling Training La Jolla
This 1-hour session will provide all staff members with an opportunity to learn about Safe Patient Handling equipment and techniques used at UC San Diego Health and complete a return demonstration for competency validation. The training aims to prevent employee injuries related to manual patient handling and assist with safer patient mobilization.
The SPH Team has the authority to cancel or consolidate classes due to low enrollment. Please check your email before class for any updates or changes.
Registration is required for this training. , If you do not find a registration link on this page, it means we are at capacity and registration has closed. Please kindly look for another date and time when registration is still open. Contact: Rodrigo Bermudez & Noura Khazal if you have any questions.
Room: SDG&E Room 3-102. Cost: Free.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Oncology Emergencies & Urgencies
This course will be an in-depth exploration of oncologic emergencies. Both structural and metabolic emergencies will be covered as well as sepsis. Therapy specific toxicities will include a refresher on neurotoxicity, and cytokine release syndrome.
Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP55, for 2 contact hour(s).
Contact Hours: 2. Cost: Paid. Contact Name: Aran Tavakoli. Contact Email: atavakoli@helath.ucsd.edu.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Towne Center Dr.
General Nursing Orientation (GNO)
An introduction to Nursing Excellence at UCSDH for all newly hired nurses. During GNO, new nursing staff receive onboarding resources to orient them to Nursing Excellence at UC San Diego Health. We discuss the value of our nursing mission, vision, and motto and provide information on how these values are supported and advanced. We highlight team member perks, benefits, and recognition, as well as professional development programs available to our nurses. GNO is designed for newly hired inpatient and ambulatory nursing staff. If the position requires RN licensure, then attendance at GNO is mandatory. Clinical Nurses I–IV , Nursing Administration/Management , Case Management Nurses , LVNs , AYA Travelers, Float Travel RNs, Nurse Practitioners, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists, Certified Nurse Midwives, and Student Health nurses are exempt. Total of 8 hours for GNO day: 4 hours of in-person orientation, and 4 hours for independent NEO-GNO assigned UCLC e-courses. 3 CEUs will be provided. …
Contact Hours: 3. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.
Nursing Sensitive Indicators – Essentials (NSI-E)
Foundations for Safe, High-Quality Nursing Practice, NSI-Essentials is an interactive, in-person educational experience focused on Nursing Sensitive Indicators (NSIs) and their direct impact on patient outcomes at UC San Diego Health. The course supports newly hired nurses as they transition into clinical practice by reinforcing foundational patient safety and quality principles through focused, skills-based learning aligned with system standards and evidence-based practice. Participants rotate through specialty-led stations that address high-impact NSIs, including CAUTI, CLABSI, and HAPI/skin injury, with emphasis on clinical decision-making and accountability, as well as the consistent application of best practices at the bedside. NSI-Essentials promotes consistency in care delivery, strengthens situational awareness, and fosters shared accountability for nursing-driven patient outcomes across inpatient settings. The course supports organizational quality goals, Magnet principles, and a culture of…
Contact Hours: 4. Cost: Free.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Location In-person at 9333 Greenwich Drive, 2nd Floor, Room 200-59.
Session details will be available within your UC Learning Center (UCLC).
Attendance is tracked via UCLC. If missed, EDR will re-register new staff for the next class offered.