STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Nursing CE, RT CE and OPO CEPTC Credits per webinar are included. Webinar recording will be available to obtain for 12 months after the initial webinar and will be posted below. The purpose of this webinar series is to advance educational initiatives and keep hospital personnel informed about key changes, fostering continuous growth and improvement. Register below.
TARGETED AUDIENCE
Professionals involved in the donation and transplantation of organs and tissues including nurses, social workers, physicians, respiratory therapists, and others.
STARTS AT 2:00-3:00 PM CT
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ZOOM LINK WILL BE EMAILED AFTER YOU REGISTER
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If you can't watch the live webinar, you can still earn CE credits by viewing the recorded webinar posted after each event below and taking the quiz.
REGISTRATION DETAILS
TARGET AUDIENCE: Professionals involved in the donation and transplantation of organs and tissues including nurses, social workers, physicians, respiratory therapists, and others.
REGISTRATION SITE: lifeshareuniversity.org
CONTACT INFORMATION: Crystal Yancey, BSN, MBA-HC, CCRN, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager - In-House Coordinators
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 918.500.4308
Nursing CE Credits: LifeShare has partnered with Fundamental Roots. Fundamental Roots is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,
Provider # CEP17886 for 1 contact hour.
RT CE Credits: Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for 1 contact hour.
OPO CEPTC Credits: LifeShare will provide 1-hour CEPTC credit for completion of the webinar. LifeShare is accredited and a provider by the ABTC for CEPTC credits.
LifeShare’s policy, as the responsible provider of this educational offering, does not charge a course registration fee and does not have any cancellation requirements or charges for 1 contact hour of Nursing CE, RT CE and OPO CEPTC credits.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Professionals involved in the donation and transplantation of organs and tissues including nurses, social workers, physicians, respiratory therapists, and others.
REGISTRATION SITE: lifeshareuniversity.org
CONTACT INFORMATION: Crystal Yancey, BSN, MBA-HC, CCRN, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager - In-House Coordinators
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 918.500.4308
Nursing CE Credits: LifeShare has partnered with Fundamental Roots. Fundamental Roots is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing,
Provider # CEP17886 for 1 contact hour.
RT CE Credits: Continuing Respiratory Care Education (CRCE) credit by the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) for 1 contact hour.
OPO CEPTC Credits: LifeShare will provide 1-hour CEPTC credit for completion of the webinar. LifeShare is accredited and a provider by the ABTC for CEPTC credits.
LifeShare’s policy, as the responsible provider of this educational offering, does not charge a course registration fee and does not have any cancellation requirements or charges for 1 contact hour of Nursing CE, RT CE and OPO CEPTC credits.
TOPICS OF DISCUSSION
March 11, 2025 - Navigating the Final Rule: What Hospitals Need to Know
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LIFESHARE NETWORK SPEAKERS: Clint Hostetler, MHA, BSN, RN, Chief Operating Officer; Kim Gillespie, Director of Hospital Development and Family Services; Crystal Yancey, MBA, CCRN-K, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager In-House Coordinators
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE This webinar is designed to provide hospital leadership and patient caregivers, such as nurses, respiratory therapists (RT)s, physicians, and others, with a clear understanding of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Final Rule for Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) and its direct impact on hospital operations. We'll explore the regulatory changes outlined in the Final Rule, discuss key recommendations from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) report, and highlight the accountability measures that hospitals must understand to ensure compliance and improve organ donation outcomes. This session will equip hospitals with actionable insights and practical strategies to align with the new requirements and optimize collaboration with OPOs for better patient outcomes. OBJECTIVES
1. Describe the CMS Final Rule for OPOs. 2. Discuss the implications of the Final Rule for hospital partners, such as nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, etc. 3. Examine NASEM recommendations and discuss their relevance to patient care and hospital operations. 4. Define accountability measures for hospital partners, such as nurses, physicians, administration, and others. 5. Describe the impact on organ donation and transplantation outcomes. |
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April 8, 2025 - Unpacking Organ Donation Laws: Empowering Participation and Honoring
First-Person Authorization Laws SPEAKERS: Melodie Hengerer, Esq., Shareholder at Baker Donelson; Crystal Yancey, MBA, CCRN-K, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager In-House Coordinators
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE This webinar will provide hospital leadership and patient caregivers such as nurses, physicians, social workers, and others an in-depth overview of the first-person authorization (FPA) process under the Oklahoma Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA). Participants will be taught what constitutes a "gift" under the law, and the procedures for making, amending, or revoking such a gift. We will also explore how to handle objections from family members when revocation is involved. Additionally, the session will briefly cover the collaborative roles of the hospital team and the organ procurement organization (OPO) in ensuring the proper execution of FPA, including the obligations each party has in honoring these decisions. OBJECTIVES
• Describe the legal framework for first-person authorization under the Oklahoma Uniform Anatomical Gift Act. • Explain the scope and limitations of first-person authorization in the context of organ donation. • Identify the legal responsibilities and obligations of both donor hospitals and Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) in facilitating organ donation and recovery when a patient has given authorization. |
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May 13, 2025 - Referrals, Innovation and Donation Conversations: A Comprehensive Overview
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SPEAKERS: Christine Prisarra, MHA/Edu, BSN, CCRN-K, Executive Director Patient Care Services, Saint Francis Hospital; Crystal Yancey, MBA, CCRN-K, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager In-House Coordinators, Shani R. Lannert, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager Family Services
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
This webinar is designed to provide healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of organ and tissue referrals, their clinical triggers, and the role of automation in streamlining the process. This session will introduce "iReferral," an intelligent software designed to automate referrals, eliminating the lengthy initial 20-minute calls and streamlining the process for quicker, more efficient communication. Attendees will explore a hospital’s real-world implementation of the iReferral automation and gain valuable insight into the critical timing of donation conversations with families. Experts from LifeShare will guide participants through the fundamentals of family discussions, potential challenges of delayed referrals and conversations, and best practices for providing ongoing family support. This session is essential for those involved in patient care, hospital administration, and organ donation advocacy, offering practical knowledge to improve outcomes and support donor families effectively. OBJECTIVES • Differentiate between organ and tissue referrals. • Recognize clinical triggers for organ and tissue referrals. • Discuss iReferral automation and its impact on referrals. • Examine a hospital’s implementation of iReferral services. • Explain the importance of timely donation discussions with families. • Identify risks of delayed family donation conversations. • Describe the training LifeShare coordinators receive to conduct donation discussions. • Discuss the key elements of effective donation conversations. • Identify family support needs after a donation discussion. |
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June 10, 2025 - Unlocking the Future of Medicine Through Research Exclusive Donation
SPEAKERS: Greg Tietjen, Ph.D., Revalia Bio CEO; Bradon Nave, Ed.D., LifeShare Director of Innovations
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE This webinar will provide an overview of the changing landscape of biomedical innovation that now prioritizes human-based model systems as the gold standard for developing new innovations. The use of non-transplantable human organs for research will be introduced with several examples of breakthroughs made possible by this approach. Research Exclusive Donation, a new approach developed in partnership between LifeShare of OK and Revalia Bio, will be described. OBJECTIVES • Describe the changing landscape of biomedical innovation and FDA’s plan to phase out animal testing. • Evaluate and articulate the potential contributions of non-transplantable human organs to future biomedical innovations, and identify the roles of hospital healthcare team members — such as physicians, nurses, and respiratory therapists—in enabling this research. • Discuss operational details of the Research Exclusive Donation Program and how it compares to standard organ donation for transplant. |
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July 8, 2025 - Clarifying Roles in Organ Donation:
A Comprehensive Guide |
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SPEAKERS: Crystal Yancey, MBA, CCRN-K, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager/In-House Coordinators; Malorie Greene, MSN, RN, TCRN, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager/Organ Recovery; Rachel Shields-Carnley, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager/Organ Recovery
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE This training session provides a comprehensive examination of organ donation pathways, with a focus on distinguishing between Brain Death and Donation after Circulatory Death (DCD) role delineation. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the clinical and procedural considerations that guide eligibility and donor management in both scenarios. Emphasis is placed on the multidisciplinary nature of organ recovery, highlighting the distinct roles and collaborative responsibilities of hospital-based teams and Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs). The course will guide participants, such as nurses, physicians, respiratory therapists, social workers, etc., through each phase of the donation process—from initial authorization and family support to donor management, organ allocation, and operating room coordination. Practical strategies for communication, ethical decision-making, and inter-team collaboration will be explored through real case reflections and interactive discussion. By the end of the session, learners will be equipped with actionable best practices to enhance donor care, maximize transplant success, and support families during this critical time. OBJECTIVES • Differentiate between brain death and Donation after Circulatory Death (DCD) criteria as they relate to organ donation eligibility. • Identify the key team members (OPO and hospital patient care team) involved in both brain dead and DCD organ donation cases and their specific roles throughout the process. • Explain how coordination among multidisciplinary teams impacts the timing and success of organ recovery and transplantation. • Discuss the logistics of donor management, organ allocation, and OR coordination, and how these contribute to successful transplant outcomes. • Apply best practices for communication and collaboration in real-world scenarios involving both brain dead and DCD donors. |
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August 12, 2025 - Donation in the OR: The Role and Impact
of Perfusion Pumps
of Perfusion Pumps
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SPEAKERS: Crystal Yancey, MBA, CCRN-K, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager/In-House Coordinators; Rachel Shields-Carnley, MSN, RN, CCRN, CPTC, Clinical Operations Manager/Organ Recovery; Meagan Lenhart, CST, CPT, First Assist Recovery Specialist
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Organ donation is a complex, time-sensitive process that relies on seamless collaboration between hospital staff, such as the nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, management, etc. and the organ procurement organization (OPO). This session, Donation in the OR: The Role and Impact of Perfusion Pumps, offers hospital staff a closer look at LifeShare’s involvement in the donation process and collaboration with hospital staff, especially during the critical moments leading up to and inside the operating room. Attendees will learn how LifeShare supports donor evaluation, clinical management, and OR coordination, as well as how perfusion pump technology is used to preserve and improve the viability of organs - particularly livers and kidneys. The course will also highlight how the use of perfusion impacts organ allocation, transport logistics, and transplant success. A real-world case example will illustrate these concepts in action, offering hospital staff practical insight into how their collaboration with LifeShare enhances donation outcomes. OBJECTIVES: • Describe LifeShare’s responsibilities during the donation process, especially leading up to and within the operating room. • Discuss how effective OR coordination and timing affect organ viability and placement. • Explain the function of perfusion pumps and how they preserve and enhance organ viability. • Recognize the clinical and logistical benefits of perfusion in increasing successful transplants. • Outline the functionality of perfusion devices and medications utilized. • Describe a donor case involving pump usage and the outcomes to illustrate real-world impact. |
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September 9, 2025 - Saving More Lives: The Impact of Normothermic Regional Perfusion
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STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
Join us for a focused, one-hour session exploring Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP)—an innovative technique improving organ preservation and transplant outcomes. This session is designed for hospital clinical staff, such as physicians, nurses, respiratory therapists, etc., donation professionals, and transplant partners involved in donor management and organ recovery. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how NRP works, when it is used, and the benefits it offers in reducing ischemic injury and enhancing organ viability. We’ll also review the ethical considerations and logistical requirements for implementing NRP protocols and share current data and case examples—including LifeShare's own experience using NRP to increase successful donations. CME offering. SPEAKERS Anji Elizabeth Wall, MD, PhD, FACS, Baylor Scott & White Transplant Services; Ashley Milam, BSN, CCRN, CPTC, LifeShare Director of Organ Recovery; Crystal Yancey, BSN, MBA-HC, CCRN, CPTC CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager/Organ Recovery OBJECTIVES • Define Normothermic Regional Perfusion (NRP) and describe its purpose and function within the organ donation and recovery process. • Explain the clinical criteria and donor circumstances under which NRP may be utilized to improve organ preservation and viability. • Describe the physiological benefits of NRP, including improved organ perfusion, reduced ischemic injury, and enhanced transplant outcomes. • Discuss the logistical and ethical considerations involved in implementing NRP protocols across donation and transplantation teams. • Identify current evidence and case examples to demonstrate how NRP has increased successful organ recoveries and helped save more lives. |
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December 9, 2025 - Behind the Match: A Closer Look at Transplant Pathways
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
During this session, hospital staff including nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, social workers, etc., will be presented with an insight of what happens before transplantation — from patient evaluation and listing through donor identification and organ matching. Participants will learn how decisions are made for transplant eligibility, the key steps in patient preparation, and how hospital staff play a critical role in making transplantation a reality by working closely with their OPO and supporting donor families.
SPEAKERS: Dacia Selph, RN, BSN, CCTC, Liver Division Manager, Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute; Haley Lewis, LCSW, Clinical Program Director, St. John Kidney Transplant; Crystal Yancey, BSN, MBA-HC, CCRN, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager/In-House Coordinator.
OBJECTIVES:
• Describe the evaluation and listing processes for kidney and liver transplant candidates.
• Discuss the criteria used to determine transplant eligibility and waitlist prioritization.
• Identify the roles of the multidisciplinary transplant team.
• Explain how hospital staff contribute to successful transplantation in coordination with their OPO.
• State the impact of donor management and timely coordination on transplant outcomes.
• Discuss common myths or misconceptions about kidney transplant listing and allocation.
During this session, hospital staff including nurses, respiratory therapists, physicians, social workers, etc., will be presented with an insight of what happens before transplantation — from patient evaluation and listing through donor identification and organ matching. Participants will learn how decisions are made for transplant eligibility, the key steps in patient preparation, and how hospital staff play a critical role in making transplantation a reality by working closely with their OPO and supporting donor families.
SPEAKERS: Dacia Selph, RN, BSN, CCTC, Liver Division Manager, Nazih Zuhdi Transplant Institute; Haley Lewis, LCSW, Clinical Program Director, St. John Kidney Transplant; Crystal Yancey, BSN, MBA-HC, CCRN, CPTC, LifeShare Clinical Operations Manager/In-House Coordinator.
OBJECTIVES:
• Describe the evaluation and listing processes for kidney and liver transplant candidates.
• Discuss the criteria used to determine transplant eligibility and waitlist prioritization.
• Identify the roles of the multidisciplinary transplant team.
• Explain how hospital staff contribute to successful transplantation in coordination with their OPO.
• State the impact of donor management and timely coordination on transplant outcomes.
• Discuss common myths or misconceptions about kidney transplant listing and allocation.
