Real-World Skills & Readiness Lab: Rhythm & ECG Interpretation: Beginners
About this Event
🫀 Real-World Skills & Readiness Lab™: Cardiac Rhythm & ECG Interpretation Edition for Beginners
Join Darlene Hutton, Owner of QRS Educational Services, as she guides you through a systematic approach to cardiac rhythm interpretation. Move beyond memorization to practical decision-making strategies.
This is an interactive workshop for learners who are newer to cardiac monitoring and ECG interpretation — or those looking for a thorough and structured refresher. No prior ECG experience required.
This interactive full-day workshop is ideal for:
- Travel Nurses
- Nursing students
- New graduate nurses
- Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs)
- RPNs and RNs transitioning into acute or higher-acuity settings
- Nurses seeking a practical refresher
This workshop is for healthcare professionals who want to feel genuinely confident reading cardiac rhythms and interpreting 12-lead ECGs — including those who are newer to STEMI and ACS recognition. It also serves as an excellent refresher for those working in Emergency Departments or other critical care settings.
📍 What You’ll Explore
- Foundational cardiac rhythm concepts and terminology
- A systematic approach to rhythm interpretation
- Common arrhythmias and their clinical significance
- Realistic patient case scenarios and clinical decision-making
- Communication considerations and escalation awareness in practice
- Strategies to build confidence approaching cardiac monitoring environments
- The RIRI Systematic Approach to ECG Assessment:
R — Rate
I — Intervals
R — Rhythm
I — Ischemia / Infarction - What is Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)? The significance of ST elevation and depression. Complications and treatment of STEMI.
- Case Study Jeopardy
Apply everything you have learned through a competitive, case-based capstone activity.
🩺 How It Works
This session is delivered in an interactive small-group format at the Nurse Decoded Simulation Lab using guided instruction, collaborative discussion, and practical rhythm interpretation exercises. Questions, discussion, and active participation are encouraged throughout the day in a psychologically safe and supportive environment.
📝 Workshop Details
- Full 8-hour in-person session
- Lunch included
- Certificate of attendance provided to all participants
- Downtown Toronto location near Richmond & Spadina
- Accessible by TTC with onsite underground parking available
📄 Optional Competency Assessment:
🔑 Certificate of attendance issued to all attendees for 8-hour of Continuing Education.
Optional: Participants may choose to complete an optional post-workshop competency test through QRS Educational Services for an additional fee. Upon successful (84%) participants will receive a certificate with a uniquely assigned certification number.
⏳Completion of this optional certification test must occur within 2 weeks following the workshop.
🎉 Early Registrant Bonus: The first 10 registrants will receive 100% off the optional competency test fee. ($60 regular price).
🤝 This skills training day is a collaboration between Nurse Decoded and QRS Educational Services.
⚡ Spots are limited to support an engaging and interactive learning experience.
🏷️ Now $160 + HST · Over 10% off initial admission
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
CAD 194.05
