Presentation of Service Learning
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Presentation of Service Learning. Cristin Barnaby, RN. Mission: Improving Health, Preventing HIV, Reducing Risk Programs Clean Works Positive Influences Bar Outreach Special Events. Grand Rapids Red Project. Community based Partners with local bars and entertainment venues
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Presentation of Service Learning Cristin Barnaby, RN
Mission: Improving Health, Preventing HIV, Reducing Risk • Programs • Clean Works • Positive Influences • Bar Outreach • Special Events Grand Rapids Red Project
Community based • Partners with local bars and entertainment venues • Promotes education • HIV awareness Bar Outreach
Education • HIV • Hepatitis C • Safer Sex Practices • Risk Reduction Volunteer Role
Effect on my current practice • Relevance to BSN outcomes • Scholarship for Practice • Healthcare Environment • Professionalism Synthesis
Impacted people on individual level. • Spread awareness to multiple groups. • Became more understanding of risk reduction strategies. • Opportunity to build lasting relationships Highlights
Step outside of your comfort zone. • Meet new people in the community. • Build connections within the healthcare community. • Use your skills to make a difference! Recommendations
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