AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course | In Person
Pacific Lutheran University, Ramstad Hall, Room 207
12180 Park Avenue South
Tacoma, WA 98447
Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 8:00am PT - 5:00pm PT
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Topic
Leopold maneuvers, placement of an intrauterine pressure catheter and fetal spiral electrode, interpretation of fetal monitoring tracings using a case-based approach
Credits Offered
This event offers
11.5 contact hours
to attendees
(0.5 pharmacology)
.
Accreditation Info:
The Association of Woman’s Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses is accredited as a provider of nursing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Accredited status does not imply endorsement by AWHONN or ANCC of any commercial products discussed/displayed in conjunction with educational activity, AWHONN is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing Provider #CEP580..
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Pacific Lutheran University School of Nursing is hosting this event. Event address: 208 Garfield St S, Tacoma, WA 98444, USA RM 214
AWHONN Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course
This course addresses principles of fetal heart monitoring and may be used as a knowledge assessment tool to validate the comprehension of experienced perinatal clinicians. This course includes lectures and hands-on skill stations, including performing Leopold maneuvers, placement of an intrauterine pressure catheter and fetal spiral electrode, interpretation of fetal monitoring tracings using a case-based approach, identification of physiologically based clinical interventions, and communication and risk management principles. This course can be used to support preparation for certification examinations. There is a recommended renewal date every two years for the Intermediate Fetal Monitoring Course.
Learning Outcomes:
• Interpret fetal heart rate monitoring using NICHD terminology within a safety culture framework of interdisciplinary teamwork
• Describe clinical interventions and related maternal-fetal physiology to optimize fetal oxygenation
• Demonstrate collaborative communication in the perinatal setting
• Demonstrate common perinatal procedures related to fetal monitoring
Speakers
Clinical Instructor of Nursing
Kristen Ziegler-Horwath, MSN, ARNP, CNM, C-EFM is a practicing Certified Nurse-Midwife and has served in both rural and urban communities in Washington state since 2013. She is passionate about providing patient-centered and evidence-based care to all, while promoting individual preferences and a safe, healthy, and positive birth experience. In addition, she is an experienced surgical assistant in both obstetric and gynecologic surgery. Kristen is a PLU alumna and currently teaches in PLU's Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Lynnwood. She has been an instructor through the Association of Women’s Health, Obstetric, and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) since 2023.
Register For This Event
• AWHONN addition Fee - $145.00 - Intermediate Participant Materials with Participant ID to access online education is included with the purchase of materials through Kendall Hunt. Course ID number is required with purchase.
• Current AWHONN Fetal Heart Monitoring Principles & Practice Textbook, if you don't have access to the textbook ($76.96 print or $64.95 ebook).
These items are sold separately.