Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Nurses Network       
 Connected Through Caring

Welcome to PADDNN ... Celebrating 10 Years of Nursing,
    Networking and Education Across Pennsylvania

                  
                Speakers
Keynote Speaker Wesley Matthias, RPh, CGP, BCPP
 
“Lipodemia”

Dr. Diane Krasner: “Wound Care for People with I/DD”
Dr. Jill Morrow: “Gastrointestinal Problems in I/DD :Usual and Unusual”

Dr. Seth Keller: "The Neurologic Complications of Aging in Individuals with I/DD"
Carrie Cain, SLP: “Communication and Dysphagia Issues in People with I/DD”
Dr. Wayne Zaayenga, DDS: “Dental Issues in People with I/DD”
Linda Weibrecht, RN: ”Integrating Complementary Medicine into Nursing Self Care and ID/DD Consumer Care”

October 13, 2010 Eden Resort Lancaster , Pa Click here for complete brochure  

 

 

 

                     

190 Members Strong
                         
  
Jonathan Will Esq (below) was one of our featured speakers at the June 2010 Quarterly Meeting. Presenation " End of Life Decision Making  and People with I/DD" .  The event was hosted by The Gertrude Barber Center Erie , Pa.


 

 
PADDNN's inaugural meeting was held in March of 2000, beginning as an organization focused on recognizing the unique specialty and contribution of nurses working in the field of Developmental Disabilities.  PADDNN is dedicated to addressing the needs of DDNs while recognizing the diversity of settings and roles in which DDNs function throughout the Keystone State.
    Our reason for being is to support Developmental Disabilities Nursing in Pennsylvania.  We continue to be a resource for the latest developments in Developmental Disabilities Nursing
and the Office of Developmental Programs policies affecting I/DD nursing throughout the state.  
  Meetings
are held on a quarterly basis, rotating  throughout the various regions of Pennsylvania.  PADDNN meetings are educationally focused, bringing members the latest updates in physical and behavioral health issues, legislative issues, and emerging practices.  
Beginning in October 2009, educational presentations provided at PADDNN meetings and at our annual conference can be used toward fulfillment of Pennsylvania's continuing education licensing requirements for RNs.   Additionally we
offer  a great place to network with other
professionals in the field, share expertise and experience.  Any nurse, licensed in the state of PA, is welcomed and encouraged to attend.  We strive to assure a nurturing and supportive environment for all in attendance.
  
PADDNN is an active local network,members strong across the state.  We are also an affiliate of the national Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association (DDNA). 
We provide our members the latest updates from DDNA, encourage DDNA membership, and support DDNA's certification programs for RNs and LPNs.  PADDNN's scholarship committee will provide a full  annual scholarship to one of our members for attendance at the National DDNA Conference. 
  
Click here for latest Quarterly PADDNN Newsletter
Thanks Nita for a WONDERFUL job!!!!!!
           The PADDNN is an affiliation of the Developmental Disabilities Nurses Association

                                                 
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