The purpose of this (2) hour course is to introduce seasoned and novice healthcare providers to evidence-based strategies focused on the: Identification of suicide risk and protective factors, Development of suicide risk and lethality assessment skills, Ability to engage in reflective practice to promote professional development and improved patient outcomes, Evaluation of the care and safety of patients struggling with thoughts of self-harm, Educational needs of the patient and family members, Development of interventions designed to assist the patient in their recovery.

By the end of this course, you will have the skills to:

✔️ Discuss the impact of suicide rates in the United States.

✔️ Identify suicide risk factors.

✔️ Differentiate non-suicidal self-inflicted injury from suicidal behaviors.

✔️ Identify the nurse’s role in suicide risk and lethality assessment.

✔️ Reflect and identify personal feelings about suicide, suicide prevention and responsibility.

✔️ Describe the needs of high risk, vulnerable populations.

✔️ Discuss individualized interventions designed to prevent suicide.

✔️ Discuss educational and support needs of the patient and family members.

✔️ Identify community resources.