Rapid Response Ready: What Nurses Need to Know Before the Team Arrives
Join Alice Benjamin, ACNS-BC, FNP-C for a conversation on rapid response preparation.
When a patient starts to crash, the clock starts ticking and the bedside nurse is often the first line of defense. This session is all about what happens in those critical minutes before the Rapid Response Team arrives. We’ll break down the early signs that a patient is heading toward trouble, the clinical actions you can take right away, and how to manage the chaos with confidence. You’ll learn what information the team will need when they get to the patient, how to anticipate what’s coming next, and how to stay calm and effective under pressure. Whether you're the one making the call or supporting the response, the goal of this session is to help you feel prepared, present, and ready to advocate for your patient when it matters most.
This webinar is a free event. Contact hours will not be offered for this learning opportunity. Please check with your specialty certification organization if this opportunity qualifies for CERPs = Continuing Education Recognition Points.
- Define clinical criteria and patient scenarios that warrant Rapid Response Team activation
- Discuss key nursing actions before the team arrives, including reassessment and initial interventions
- Review how to effectively support the response team during and after the event
- Understand the importance of timely documentation, follow-up, and interprofessional communication
