Rehab Nursing Solution
Unlimited Access to
Nurse Training
Advance your career and improve the lives of your
patients with one annual subscription.
Exceptional care begins with exceptional training.
No more static slideshows. Advance your career and improve the lives of your patients with engaging video-based education.
- Clinical deep-dive and specialty series
- Orientation and leadership programs
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (CRRN) Prep Program
Learn strategies you can apply the next day.
Stay up-to-date on evidence-based practices with the latest trends and techniques relevant to your setting and specialization.
Inpatient Rehabilitation
Long-Term Care
Home Health
The All-in-One Solution for Nurses
Unlimited CEU Access
High-quality, interactive CEU courses at your fingertips
Evidence-Based Practice
Expert instructors teach fully-accredited, evidence-based courses
Accredited Courses
MedBridge is a state board-approved provider
Free Mobile Apps
Convenience to access courses on any device—anytime, anywhere
100% Video-Based
Engaging courses featuring 3D motion graphics and patient demonstrations
CRRN® Prep Program
The tools you need to pass the test and enhance your skills
Explore Courses by Specialty
Rehabilitation Nursing for Patients With Cardiac Diseases
Presented by Cheryl Lehman, PhD, RN, CRRN
Rehabilitation Nursing for Patients With Cardiac Diseases
Cardiac rehabilitation is a specialized set of team interventions for the patient experiencing cardiac disease or surgery. This course will review the cardiac rehabilitation program, and the conditions appropriate for cardiac rehabilitation. The role of the rehabilitation nurse in cardiac rehabilitation will be stressed.
CRRN(R) is a registered trademark of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
Overview of Psychosocial Issues in the Rehabilitation Setting
Presented by Julie Brandy, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, CNE
Overview of Psychosocial Issues in the Rehabilitation Setting
The powerful relationship between an individual's physical wellbeing and his/her emotional wellbeing has been clearly described. Addressing both aspects of care should be a priority for all healthcare providers working with patients in the rehabilitation setting. This course will provide an overview of psychosocial issues in the rehabilitation setting, a theoretical examination of stress and coping, an in-depth look at depression and anxiety in rehabilitation patients, as well as information on mindfulness interventions that can be utilized by all healthcare professionals.
Fall and Injury Risk Assessment Is More Than a Score
Presented by Pat Quigley, PhD, MPH, APRN, CRRN, FAAN, FAANP
Fall and Injury Risk Assessment Is More Than a Score
Rehabilitation nurses have expert clinical knowledge to determine a patient's fall and injury risk status. This session will build upon current practices and processes to move practice beyond the use of a fall risk score to assessment of multifactorial fall risk factors. Participants will be guided in the assessment of select fall and injury risk factors (postural hypotension, lower extremity sensory neuropathy, fracture risk) as examples of the the difference between a fall risk screening and an assessment as the basis for individualized fall patient care planning. The information will allow the participants to understand the implications of modifying their practice and implementing patient-centered individualized care plans to reduce falls and fall-related injuries.
Optimizing Coping and Stress Management Skills for Patients and Caregivers
Presented by Gail Sims, MSN, RN, CRRN
Optimizing Coping and Stress Management Skills for Patients and Caregivers
Effective coping strategies and stress management are essential survival skills for patients and their caregivers. The rehabilitation nurse must assess each individual's ability to cope with catastrophic changes, access resources to facilitate effective coping strategies, and evaluate the impact of accessing resources. The pathophysiology of the stress response, strategies theories of coping, adjustment and self-management, and stages of grief and loss will be reviewed. Strategies for stress reduction and positive coping in rehabilitation situations will be evaluated using the nursing process.
CRRN(R) is a registered trademark of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses.
What Do I Say When My Patient Asks Me About Sex?
Presented by Donald Kautz, MSN, RN, CRRN
What Do I Say When My Patient Asks Me About Sex?
This course is designed for therapists (physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, recreational therapists) and nurses to help when patients and/or patients' loved ones ask you questions about their sexual function. The focus of this course is on patients who are living at home, but the information can be used for patients who are in acute, long-term, and other inpatient rehabilitation settings. This course will provide detailed information for the provider about common sexual and intimacy problems that patients experience, how to appropriately respond to questions, and how to find reliable patient information to give to patients and those they love.
Case Management: Aging with SCI, Chronic Illness & Dementia
Presented by Donna Williams, MSN, RN, CRRN
Case Management: Aging with SCI, Chronic Illness & Dementia
Many people acquire multiple diagnoses as they age. Some complications may come from a chronic illness, but these illnesses or other medical/orthopedic/neurologic concerns may complicate the long-term health alterations, disability or dementia that may already exist. For this population, case management can assist in the reduction of complications, promoting successful aging and safety. This course will describe the assessment and coordination necessary to assist in reducing complications.
Continence Care Part 1: Introduction for Practice Improvement
Presented by Christine Cave, DNP, FNP, MSN, RN, CRRN, CEP
Continence Care Part 1: Introduction for Practice Improvement
This course provides an overview of the evidence-based approach used to improve bowel and bladder management in rehabilitation settings. This is the first of a five-course series and will identify the fundamental components needed to improve the current practice of rehabilitation nursing care of bowel and bladder dysfunction. These components include a rich understanding of the process of evidence-based practice in the specialty setting of acute rehabilitation using the Competency Model for the Professional Rehabilitation Nurse (Vaughn, et al., 2013). The purpose and use of informal leaders in rehabilitation units and how to promote the role of Continence Champions is addressed. Additional components include policies, procedures, resources, and administrative support needed to establish and sustain a team approach to promoting continence care in rehabilitation settings.
Post-Stroke Resources and Community Reintegration
Presented by Michelle Camicia, PhD, RN, CRRN, CCM, NEA-BC, FARN, FAHA, FAAN and Barbara Lutz, PhD, RN, CRRN, APHN-BC, FAHA, FNAP, FAAN
Post-Stroke Resources and Community Reintegration
Transitioning home and adapting to life after stroke is often difficult for stroke survivors and their family caregivers. Successful recovery and community reintegration is dependent on stroke survivors and their family members being able to adapt to the post-stroke changes in their lives. They often do not have working knowledge of community- or web-based resources that may be available to help them adjust to new limitations and changes in roles and responsibilities. Members of the interprofessional team can facilitate post-discharge adaptation by anticipating the needs of the stroke survivor and family members and linking them to the most appropriate resources. This course focuses on describing the post-discharge needs of stroke survivors and their family caregivers, assessing post-discharge needs, and identifying resources that can facilitate recovery and successful community reintegration post-stroke. Examples of community- and web-based resources are provided.
Assessment and Documentation of Pressure Injuries
Presented by Jeri Lundgren, RN, BSN, PHN, CWS, CWCN, CPT
Assessment and Documentation of Pressure Injuries
Accurate assessment of a pressure injury is important, as it is the foundation to determine and evaluate the course of treatment. This course will provide you with the information needed to complete a comprehensive assessment of a pressure injury. The National Pressure Ulcer Advisory Panel (NPUAP) pressure injury definitions and staging system will be discussed, as well as wound measurement, wound base description, peri-wound, drainage, odor, tunneling, undermining, and pain assessment. You will also have an opportunity to practice staging, measuring, and describing a pressure injury.
Empira Falls Series: Applying Root Cause Analysis to Falls
Presented by Sue Ann Guildermann, RN, BA, MA
Empira Falls Series: Applying Root Cause Analysis to Falls
This course is part 2 of a 4 part series of the Empira Fall Module. Empira is a consortium of Aging Service providers in Minnesota who created a successful Falls program for the long term care setting based on Root Cause Analysis (RCA). This course provides all staff in skilled nursing facilities with application of RCA to falls management and prevention.
Transitions of Care: Reduce Hospitalizations in SNFs Part 1
Presented by Cathy Wollman, DNP, RN, GNP-BC, CRNP
Transitions of Care: Reduce Hospitalizations in SNFs Part 1
This course will introduce skilled nursing facility (SNF) administrators and staff to quality transitions of care for SNF residents. Emergency room (ER) visits and readmissions for SNF residents are common, expensive, and result in complications for frail residents. SNFs are accountable for avoidable, preventable, or unnecessary hospital re-admissions. Each member of the interprofessional team plays a role in prevention of poor outcomes for residents. This course will provide an overview of transitions of care and the critical need to improve transitions within SNFs. A discussion of person- centered care and comprehensive resident information required to provide quality care is included. Best practice models are discussed with the focus on communication and safety, including medication reconciliation. The course will conclude with a brief case study of a typical high-risk resident transferred from acute care to the SNF.
SurThriveLeadership: Becoming a SurTHRIVELeader
Presented by Linda M. Shell, DNP, MA, BSN, RN, DNS-CT
SurThriveLeadership: Becoming a SurTHRIVELeader
The health care environment is rapidly changing, resulting in a challenging and tumultuous work environment. To navigate the ever-changing landscape, leaders must be resilient, allowing for flexibility and adaptability to new ideas and innovative approaches. Leaders must develop the skills for influencing others and engaging them in the change process. Research demonstrates a correlation between improved quality, increased customer satisfaction, and employee engagement when leaders demonstrate resilient characteristics. Resilient leaders are resistant to burnout, experience less stress, and exhibit overall better health. This course will provide participants with specific actions they can take to build resilience and become a SurTHRIVELeader. It also includes tips on helping teams enhance their resiliency.
The Role of the Infection Preventionist in Long-Term Care
Presented by Shelley Bhola RN-BC, BSN, MSN, PHN
The Role of the Infection Preventionist in Long-Term Care
The role of the Infection Preventionist (IP) in the long-term care setting is not yet defined. However, what has been defined needs to be included in an active infection prevention program. Understanding what facilities must do to comply with F880 will underscore the importance this position will have as part of the interdisciplinary team. As long-term care moves forward in the area of infection prevention, the industry will need the support of a qualified, knowledgeable advocate to bring infection prevention to life.
Safe Patient Handling for Nurses
Presented by Michael Fragala, PhD, MBA, RN, WCC, CSPHP, AMS and Guy Fragala, PhD, PE, CSP, CSPHP
Safe Patient Handling for Nurses
Nursing staff play an important role in helping patients and residents with movement and mobility, but oftentimes these tasks are beyond the physical capabilities of the individual healthcare worker. This can result in injury for healthcare workers and patients alike. Throughout this course, participants will explore the risks associated with manual patient handling, as well as strategies and technologies to promote safe patient handling. This course also includes a discussion of the importance of a culture of safety when integrating the concepts of safe patient handling and mobility.
Minimizing the Use of Antipsychotics in Long-Term Care
Presented by Elizabeth Galik, PhD, CRNP, FAAN, FAANP
Minimizing the Use of Antipsychotics in Long-Term Care
Antipsychotic medications have been widely used to manage behavioral symptoms among older adults with dementia. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid have launched a policy initiative to decrease the inappropriate use of antipsychotics in long-term care settings due to minimal effectiveness and risks associated with their use. Antipsychotic use now affects nursing homes' five-star quality rating score. This session will describe the appropriate use of antipsychotics and help nurses to monitor for potential side effects of these medications. Additionally, common challenges and practical solutions for antipsychotic reduction in long-term care settings will be discussed.
Nursing Management of Dementia: Alzheimer's Disease Prevention
Presented by Lisa Byrd, PhD, FNP-BC, GNP-BC
Nursing Management of Dementia: Alzheimer's Disease Prevention
Nurses caring for older adults should develop an understanding of Alzheimer's disease (AD) and the current research findings which may help prevent, or at least slow, the disease. Alzheimer's disease affects many older adults, and this population will explode as the baby boomer generation grays. This presentation series will discuss the basic stages of Alzheimer's disease and present strategies to prevent the disease as well as ways to slow the progression of the dementia. The presenter will review the findings of research, which have supported a healthy-brain lifestyle, including diet, supplements, and exercise strategies to minimize risk factors.
Hospice and Palliative Care: A Primer
Presented by Rich Briggs, PT, MA
Hospice and Palliative Care: A Primer
Physical, occupational, and speech therapy are in their essence palliative, in that function and quality of life are maximized, rather than disease or disability cured. It is important to understand all aspects of the new hospice and palliative care niche to develop a successful and rewarding clinical practice. This course begins with the history and development of current methods, identification of philosophy, goals, organizational structure, and financial issues of the Medicare Hospice Benefit, the primary payer that mandates such care. The unique and essential roles of rehabilitative therapies are outlined, addressing practice patterns, team roles, equipment, and referral management. The course concludes with a review of cost neutral strategies for hospice therapy program development and optimal organizational success.
Depression, Delirium, Dementia: The 3 D's in a Complex Patient
Presented by Teepa Snow, MS, OTR/L, FAOTA
Depression, Delirium, Dementia: The 3 D's in a Complex Patient
As people age, their brains become more vulnerable to chemical changes, damage, and disease. Recognizing the differences among changes that signal an acute illness or medical emergency, symptoms of a mood or emotional condition, or a chronic, progressive, and terminal condition that will eventually rob a person of their cognitive abilities is vital in providing the best possible care and responding effectively when changes are noted. This course will provide some basic signs to differentiate between the three Ds: Delirium, Depression, and Dementia.
OASIS-E: Introduction to Key Concepts
Presented by Cindy Krafft, PT, MS, HCS-O
OASIS-E: Introduction to Key Concepts
Clinicians are often involved with OASIS data collection without a clear understanding of why the information is so important and what it is used for. In order to collect accurate data, clinicians must have a working knowledge of key concepts and terminology unique to the OASIS tool. This course will provide an overview of how OASIS data collection impacts both patient care and agency performance.
OASIS-E: Putting Knowledge Into Practice
Presented by Cindy Krafft, PT, MS, HCS-O
OASIS-E: Putting Knowledge Into Practice
The OASIS contains items that are grouped, similar to a system-by-system patient assessment. It is vital to keep in mind that these items are designed to collect data and do not necessarily follow clinician logic. This course will allow learners to apply their OASIS knowledge to patient demonstrations and receive feedback about correct (and incorrect) responses.
Orientation: An Overview of Documentation Requirements in Home Care
Presented by Kim Corral, RN, BSN, MA Ed, COS-C and Tina Marrelli, MSN, MA, RN, FAAN
Orientation: An Overview of Documentation Requirements in Home Care
Today's home care clinicians must have an understanding of the trends, regulations, and other external factors that impact care provided and the documentation surrounding care. Home care is a global term, and home care services can range from solely personal care services (non-medical) to very skilled levels of care with licensed nurses providing care to medically fragile adults and children. Because of this, there are many models and methods of delivering home care. For purposes of this course, we will be focusing primarily on the provision of "visits" as the primary model of home care vs. hourly care. Medicare is the largest payer of home health services, and visits are the usual unit of care delivery. Medicare sets the standards for home care, regardless of the payer. It is for this reason that an overview of documentation requirements is the first course. The differences in documentation requirements for home care versus other settings (e.g., OASIS) will de discussed, and the purposes of documentation, supporting medical necessity, and coverage criteria will also be addressed. This course is designed to provide tangible tools for both clinicians and leadership/management to apply as they improve their processes and practices related to effective documentation in home care.
Orientation: Care Planning
Presented by Kim Corral, RN, BSN, MA Ed, COS-C and Tina Marrelli, MSN, MA, RN, FAAN
Orientation: Care Planning
The ability to perform an accurate comprehensive assessment and develop an individualized plan of care for home care patients is the foundation for care delivery in home care. This course will review the steps of the care planning process, a type of problem solving method. A discussion will be provided regarding the application of this process and the value it brings to patient care.
What Every Clinician Should Know About ACL Injury and Treatment
Presented by Terry Malone, PT, EdD, AT-Ret
What Every Clinician Should Know About ACL Injury and Treatment
This course is a look at the last 50 years of ACL injury management. The course describes the challenges of identifying an optimal approach to management, which has evolved based on both clinical and basic science. This evolution involved numerous attempts at replicating the function of a native ACL and how to best rehabilitate the individual postoperatively. In the US today, individuals with noncontact ACL injuries are typically treated with a reconstruction with a strong graft that is properly positioned and fixated to enable early ROM and an active rehabilitative approach. Interestingly, the attempted early return to sport has become muted as registries have recognized that return before nine months is not ideal. This course provides the context of how we got to where we are and where we might be going.
Pain Management Part 1: Foundational Information
Presented by Cathleen Armato, RN, CHC, CHPC
Pain Management Part 1: Foundational Information
This course will examine the terminology related to pain assessment and management to help ensure strong communication between nurses, physicians, the interdisciplinary team, and the patient/family. The purpose is to lay the foundation for the remainder of the courses in this pain management series, help the clinician avoid misunderstandings, and prevent potential errors.
The course will also explore potential barriers to effective pain management, including those within the health system, the clinician's biases, and the perceptions of the patient and family. In addition, the course will review the management of opioids in a time of increased state and federal scrutiny.
This course is appropriate for any healthcare provider or interdisciplinary team member dealing with patients in pain.
Featured Instructors
Jeri Lundgren, RN, BSN, PHN, CWS, CWCN, CPT
Pat Quigley, PhD, MPH, APRN, CRRN, FAAN, FAANP
Tina Marrelli, MSN, MA, RN, FAAN
Kristen L. Mauk, PhD, DNP, RN, CRRN, GCNS-BC, GNP-BC, FARN, FAAN
Linda M. Shell, DNP, MA, BSN, RN, DNS-CT
Cathleen Armato, RN, CHC, CHPC
Improve quality of care at your organization
Engage your workforce and standardize education across your organization to increase staff retention, lower readmission rates, improve quality scores, and enhance patient satisfaction.
Thousands of Nurses Improve Lives With MedBridge
“MedBridge makes continuing education and compliance training fun! The compliance training puts you on the spot with real-life scenarios, and the courses make the strategies come to life with real patient demonstrations.”
Stephanie Peterson, RN, BSN
Swedish Medical Center
“I love MedBridge! The courses are engaging and very educational, and the instructors are experts in their fields. Not only do you hear the evidence behind strategies and best practices, but you also get to see how to apply them with real patients.”
Mike Couch, RN, BSN
Seattle Veteran’s Administration
“MedBridge provides quality courses for my continuing education in geriatric nursing. Their videos combine the benefits of in-person training with the convenience of online training. I can take the courses in my own time and at my own pace, and their mobile app allows me to take the courses wherever I want.”
Alicia Jancola, RN, BSN
Ida Culver Health Care Center
MedBridge. Improve lives.
Sign up to receive exclusive content from industry leading instructors.
Email could not be subscribed.
Thank you for signing up!
CRRN® is a registered trademark of the Association of Rehabilitation Nurses