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Cruise Conference Planning For Your Association

Nursing Topics in Women's Health, Obstetrics, and Substance Use Disorders

5-Night Eastern Caribbean & CocoCay Cruise
Round-trip Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
March 30 - April 04, 2026
Royal Caribbean's <em>Explorer of the Seas</em>
Royal Caribbean's Explorer of the Seas
Contact Hours
14.0 Contact Hours
Course Fees
$595 for Nurses
$795 for Nurse Practitioners

Target Audience
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners
Program Purpose / Objectives

Brooke Schaefer's Topics

Brooke's presentations focus on practical, real-world strategies for treating substance use disorder (SUD) with compassion and without stigma. She highlights how multidisciplinary teams, primary care integration, and medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) can be leveraged to save lives while preserving dignity and trust. In addition to clinical approaches, Brooke emphasizes the importance of provider wellness-sharing honest stories and tools to help professionals avoid burnout, maintain resilience, and sustain compassionate care in even the most challenging settings.

Kim Murphy's Topics

  1. A Lifetime of Care for Women
  2. Childbirth and Its Implication on the Pelvic Floor
  3. Anatomy of a Court Case and Legal Updates
  4. High-Risk Obstetrics
  5. Pregnancy as a Predictor of Future Health
  6. Women's Health Emergencies
Conference Sessions generally take place on days at sea (as itinerary allows), giving you plenty of time to enjoy your meals, evenings and ports of call with your companion, family and friends.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All conferees, their families, and guests must book their cruise within the University at Sea® meeting group through University at Sea® at 800-926-3775 or by registering online. This ensures our company can provide conference services and complimentary social amenities to all meeting participants and their guests. Thank you for your cooperation.
Faculty

Kim Murphy, MS, APRN-CNP, WHNP-BC, RNC-OB, RNC-MNN, C-EFM

Kim Murphy, MS, APRN-CNP, WHNP-BC, RNC-OB, RNC-MNN, C-EFM
Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Marysville Obstetrics and Gynecology, Marysville, OH and the Union County Health Department, Marysville, OH
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse, Labor and Delivery, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH
Legal Nurse Consultant, Poling Law, Columbus, OH
Former Clinical Instructor, Otterbein College, Westerville, OH Kim Murphy has over 36 years of nursing experience including 32 years in labor and delivery and 16 years as a women's health nurse practitioner.

She currently fills the role of staff nurse and charge nurse at The Ohio State University, a large Level 3 academic medical center along with being a women's health NP in private practice. She also is the lead provider in public health for prenatal care and sexual health services in a Title X agency.

She has been a leader in education while making multiple speaking presentations on a variety of topics related to obstetrics and women's health. She recently spoke at the national AWHONN conference in 2019. She is a designated instructor for fetal monitoring through AWHONN. She also participates in legal review of malpractice cases.

Brooke Schaefer, MSN, MBA, FNP-C, CARN-AP, RN

Brooke Schaefer, MSN, MBA, FNP-C, CARN-AP, RN
Senior Vice President
Volunteers of America, Ohio & Indiana
Founder, Renewal Library
Indiana Brooke Schaefer is a nurse practitioner and the Senior Vice President at Volunteers of America, Ohio & Indiana. Certified in addiction medicine and holding a Master of Business Administration, she has dedicated her career to improving patient outcomes and advancing integrated services. Brooke is also the founder of Renewal Library, a nonprofit dedicated to providing books to individuals in recovery programs. She lives on a farm in central Indiana with her husband and four children, along with their two pet mini ponies and two pet mini sheep.

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.

Cruise Itinerary

DATE PORT OF CALL ARRIVE DEPART
Mon Mar 30 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
- 4:00 pm
Tue Mar 31 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Wed Apr 01 Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic
10:00 am 7:00 pm
Thu Apr 02 *At Sea - Cruising
- -
Fri Apr 03 Coco Cay, Bahamas
8:30 am 5:00 pm
Sat Apr 04 Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida
7:00 am -
*Tentative course schedule, actual class times may differ.

Ports of Call

Orlando (Port Canaveral), Florida - As the home of Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral is the launching point for all-out adventure in Central Florida. Since your round-trip cruise begins and ends here, you have the perfect opportunity to extend your vacation and explore the region at your own pace.

Orlando’s legendary theme parks, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld, are just an hour away, making pre- or post-cruise visits both practical and rewarding. Beyond the parks, you’ll find charming coastal towns, family-friendly beaches, and unique local attractions. Kayak with manatees in the Banana River Lagoon, zip line over gators at the Brevard Zoo, or explore the arts and culture of Park Avenue and the Orange County Regional History Museum.

Whether you choose to arrive early or linger after your cruise, Port Canaveral gives you access to some of Florida’s most unforgettable experiences—well beyond what’s possible during a single port of call.

At Sea - Cruising - Cruising

Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic - In Puerto Plata, you’ll be greeted by verdant mountains, pristine beaches, and nature-filled adventures. Go for a swim at the awe-inspiring 27 Waterfalls complex. Hike through the lush, protected jungle of El Choco National Park, enjoying the park’s two lagoons. Swim with dolphins at World Ocean, the largest manmade dolphin habitat in the world, or grab a kayak and head out on the water at Manatee Reserve.

For history buffs, tour the Fortress of San Felipe and travel back in time to Spanish occupation. Don’t leave the Domincan Republic without sampling locally distilled rum or delicacies like la bandera and mofongo.

Coco Cay, Bahamas - Located in the middle of the Caribbean's bright blue water lies the secluded island of CocoCay. With its white-sand beaches and spectacular surroundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adventure. Reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, this tropical paradise has recently been updated with new aquatic facilities, nature trails and a ton of great places to just sit back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink.

CocoCay Map

Perfect Day at CocoCay

Our staff can assist you with all your travel arrangements.

Questions? Call us at 800-422-0711.
We can assist you with all your travel arrangements. We'd be happy to help you plan your flights, hotels or tours before and/or after your cruise conference.
SHORE EXCURSIONS
Please note that our shore excursions are operated separately and
independently of those offered by the cruise line.
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