Dec 03, 2025
In the ever-evolving field of healthcare, nursing conferences allow you to hone your skills and participate in continuing education opportunities. As a nurse, you’re committed to providing top-notch care for your patients, and it might be hard to think about stepping away to take time for yourself — and your career growth. But the right nursing conference can be a fun way to level up your skills, earn the CEUs you need, and connect with other nurses.
To help you make the most informed decisions for your career goals, schedule, and budget, we’ve rounded up information on best nursing conferences in 2026. Check out all the different conferences you could attend, as well as tips for how to make the most of them.
Below, you’ll find a list of the best nursing conferences in 2026 by specialty, so you can choose the event that fits your unique needs. And there’s something for everyone — nursing students, leaders, educators, and more.
For nursing professionals who specialize in critical care (or hope to), the following list has forums and events that focus on growing your expertise.
Date: August 17–18, 2026
Location: Orlando, FL
Cost: $399–$1,099
What to Expect: This event brings together a global audience of critical care professionals to discuss the latest advancements in nursing and critical care.
CEUs: 16+ credits (CPD, recognized internationally)
Speakers/Topics: The theme for 2026 is “Critical Care Nursing: Responding to Global Health Challenges.” Although the 2026 speaker lineup has not yet been announced, topics will include advanced life support and critical interventions, sepsis management and infection control, artificial intelligence in patient monitoring, interdisciplinary collaboration in care, and more.
Date: March 24–26, 2026
Location: Portland, ME
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: This biennial, three-day critical care symposium includes four sessions, meals, posters of original research, and exhibitor displays.
CEUs: Yes, up to 16.75 credits
Speakers/Topics: Speakers and topics for 2026 have not yet been released, but the conference will include clinical, educational, and managerial topics; Stop the Bleed sessions; CCRN rapid review sessions; a pediatric track; and networking opportunities.
Date: May 19–20, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Cost: TBA, in past years the cost was $345–$860
What to Expect: Each year, the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses joins NTI to offer progressive and critical care nurses the most up-to-date information on almost 50 conference topics related to clinical and professional practice skills.
CEUs: Past years have offered more than 35 on-site; up to 200 post-conference (through the end of October).
Speakers/Topics: NTI 2026 speakers and topics have not yet been released, but previous sessions featured expert and motivational speakers and an extensive list of topics, including a comprehensive pharmacology workshop, critical thinking in emergency situations, a CCRN/PCCN prep course, compassionate withdrawal of life support, reducing bacterial infections, and managing heart failure.
In the fast-paced world of ER nursing, it could be helpful to take a beat – and connect with others who share your experience and can help you fine-tune your skills.
Date: September 28—October 1, 2026
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: This is an opportunity for emergency nurses to meet and explore the latest research about emergency medicine. They can take advantage of dozens of sessions as well as an Experience Hall featuring many industry partners.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Topics are TBA for 2026. Past topics have included brain trauma, stroke care, blood loss, considerations for transgender patients, patient education, and emergency medical professionals in the global workforce.
Date: March 20, 2026
Location: Honolulu, HI
Cost: $50–$250, depending on membership status
What to Expect: This event for emergency nurses, educators, and leaders offers a unique opportunity to engage on the topic of emergency care.
CEUs: Yes, 6 CEUs
Speakers/Topics: Topics for 2026 haven’t been released yet.
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Date: June 23–27, 2026
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Cost: TBA, registration opens mid-December 2025
What to Expect: AANP empowers nurse practitioners to advance accessible, high-quality healthcare for diverse communities through practice, education, advocacy, research, and leadership.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineup has not yet been announced. Previous conferences included exclusive keynote speakers, hands-on workshops, collegial networking opportunities, legislative and policy updates, and exhibitors.
Date: February 8–10, 2026
Location: Washington, DC
Cost: $290–$950, depending on membership status
What to Expect: During this event, you’ll learn from government and industry experts as they discuss the priorities of Congress and the administration and their potential impact on nurse practitioners and patients.
CEUs: Yes, approximately 16.5 CEs
Speakers/Topics: The full lineup of speakers and topics for 2026 has not yet been announced, but attendees of the 2026 session will hear talks on topics like “First-Time Attendee & Veteran Advocate Sessions: What You Need to Know About Capitol Hill” and “Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Regulatory Update.”
Date: March 4–8, 2026
Location: Orlando, FL
Cost: $219–$699, depending on membership status and how many sessions/events are attended
What to Expect: This event is the largest national conference specifically for nurse practitioners and advanced practice nurses working in acute care. Attendees are updated on the latest evidence-based practice guidelines, recent issues, and trends.
CEUs: Yes, up to 21.75 CEUs
Speakers/Topics: Attendees will have the option to attend events like “The Emergency Neurological Life Support (ENLS) Course,” “12-Lead EKG: From Start to Competent in 3 Hours!,” and “Mind Matters: Current Advances in Neurological Care.”
Dates:
Location: Various offerings, check dates for each location
Cost: Costs vary
What to Expect: World nursing education leader NPACE offers nurse practitioners a range of conferences comprising day-long and two-day virtual events as well as three- to four-day pharmacology, acute care, and primary care conferences. Whether attending a three-day or four-day event, attendees are welcome to engage in lively conversation with speakers to learn more about offered topics.
CEUs: 5–24
Speakers/Topics: Speakers for 2026 have not yet been announced. Speakers in 2025 included Sheldon Fields, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, AACRN, FAANP, FNAP, FAAN; Amy Siple, APRN, FNP, GS-C; and Patsy Sulak, MD. Topics include HIV updates, suicide prevention, infectious disease updates, atrial fibrillation management, sports physical exams, and more.
With the growing needs and demands on mental health nursing, both of these conferences focus on learning, adapting and innovating.
Date: October 28–31, 2026
Location: Phoenix, AZ
Cost: Typically between $600–$950
What to Expect: This large national conference attracts psychiatric–mental health nurses and other psychiatric nursing professionals at all career levels. It is open as well to any professional who is “passionate about providing care to the psychiatric–mental health population.” The 2025 Annual Conference was titled “Empowered to Innovate and Collaborate: PMH Nurses Shaping Care Excellence.”
CEUs: The 2026 CEUs have not been announced yet, but attendees in 2025 earned up to 115 contact hours for certification or licensure renewal.
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineup has not been announced yet. Topics in 2025 included “An Interprofessional Approach to the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence in Psychiatric Nursing” and “Enhancing the Patient Experience Through Collaborative Nursing.”
Date: March 18–21, 2026
Location: Seattle, WA
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: This three-day event brings together psychiatric mental health nurses to listen to speakers, attend workshops, and engage in networking activities.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: The speaker lineup for 2026 has not been announced, however, the theme of the event is “Innovate, Integrate, INSPIRE: Charting the Future of Psychiatric Nursing.”
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Date: September 18–20, 2026
Location: Miami, FL
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: The World Nursing Science Conference brings together attendees from around the world to discuss nursing knowledge, practice, and innovation in scheduled talks and networking sessions.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Speakers and topics for 2026 have not been announced. However, the 2025 session included talks on a range of topics including rehabilitation nursing, emergency and trauma nursing, sustainable healthcare practices, geriatric care, and more.
Date: September 24–26, 2026
Location: Palm Springs, CA
Cost: Typically between $321–$748
What to Expect: Presented by the AMSN, this national conference invites nurses who provide surgical care to come together for networking, education, and the latest medical-surgical nursing research.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: While the 2026 lineup is still in the works, previous conferences have included speakers like Kelly Gardner on “Innovative Peripheral IV Insertion Education” and Marla Mach on “Transforming Tracheostomy Care.”
Too busy to attend a conference in person? Here are the online nursing conferences to look for.
Date: April 13, 2026
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: The Nursing Alliance Global Virtual Conference on nursing education is an event where healthcare professionals come together to share ideas, get valuable feedback, and connect with relevant people in their desired field of expertise.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineup has not yet been announced, however, sessions will include topics such as cardiology nursing, nursing education and research, advanced nursing practice, and more.
Dates:
Cost: Costs vary
What to Expect: World nursing education leader NPACE offers nurse practitioners a range of conferences comprising day-long and two-day virtual events as well as three- to four-day pharmacology, acute care, and primary care conferences. Whether attending a three-day or four-day event, attendees are welcome to engage in lively conversation with speakers to learn more about offered topics.
CEUs: 5–24
Speakers/Topics: Speakers and topics for 2026 lineup have not yet been announced. Speakers in 2025 included Sheldon Fields, PhD, RN, FNP-BC; Amy Siple, APRN, FNP, GS-C; and Patsy Sulak, MD. Topics include HIV updates, suicide prevention, infectious disease updates, atrial fibrillation management, sports physical exams, and more.
Handle/Hashtag: @NPACE_org
Date: May 23–24, 2026
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: This event covers the latest developments, best practices, and leadership strategies in acute and critical care nursing practice.
CEUs: Yes; see website closer to event for more information about CEUs
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineup has not yet been released; check back for speakers and topics. The theme of the 2025 conference was “Strengthening Acute Care Through Innovation and Evidence-Based Practice.”
Date: March 19–23, 2026
Cost: $200
What to Expect: This event includes panel presentations, a closing keynote, knowledge sessions, podium and poster events, and daily discussions.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Speakers and topics for 2026 have not yet been announced. The theme of the event is “The Future of Nursing Knowledge Development.” Previous events included topics such as “Decolonizing Nursing Education: Embracing Freire’s Pedagogy for an Inclusive Future,” “Integrating the Capabilities Approach with Emancipation Knowing Philosophy to Advance Nursing Knowledge,” and “Moving at the Speed of Trust Through Strengths-Based Approaches and Nursing Knowledge.”
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Date: April 26–29, 2026
Location: Tucson, AZ
Cost: $495–$995
What to Expect: This conference is designed for nursing educators who have a passion for learning and who want to share that passion and commitment with others. In addition to the sessions, the program offers interactive workshops and three days of networking opportunities. In-person and virtual options are available.
CEUs: Typically 11+ contact hours, with opportunity for up to 12 additional contact hours in on-demand virtual sessions
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineup of speakers and topics has not yet been announced. Previous conferences have focused on critical issues for healthcare and healthcare education. These include helping more nursing students succeed, preparing students for practice, promoting quality care and patient safety, and recruiting and supporting nurse educators.
Date: October 29–31, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: Sponsored by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), this conference provides a wide range of educational topics, networking opportunities, and updates on research and evidence-based practices. It is appropriate for nurses and nurse administrators from all types of organizations, including in-patient, out-patient, and school settings.
CEUs: Up to 24 contact hours
Speakers/Topics: TBA. Sessions focus on how to align nursing organizations with the ANCC’s Magnet Recognition and Pathway to Excellence programs to foster supportive practice environments. Topics from previous conferences included combating burnout, leadership development, and holistic models of care.
Date: October 24–25, 2026 (pre-conference), October 25–27, 2026 (full conference)
Location: Washington, DC
Cost: Typically between $300–$900
What to Expect: The AACN’s annual Transform conference brings together nursing faculty members, deans, leaders, and associate/assistant deans to network, discuss the latest in nursing education, and delve into the newest nursing education research.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Previous topics have included leadership, excellence, and innovation in academic nursing as well as the latest developments affecting nursing education. There has also been an emphasis on equity, diversity and inclusion.
This might be the year you want to focus on cultural inequalities in care, and how you can use your background to enhance your practice.
Date: July 9–10, 2026
Location: Honolulu, HI
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: The theme is “Global Perspectives on Health Reform: Intersection of Technology into Practice, Research, and Education.”
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Topics will be created around the year’s theme. Past speakers include ANA President Jennifer Kennedy; Prisca Bae, VP of the Asian American Foundation; and Katie Choy from Baylor Scott & White Health.
Date: July 15–17, 2026
Location: Denver, CO
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: As the only national conference dedicated to the healthcare needs of the Hispanic population, both as nurses and as patients, look for a program focused on building a more equitable healthcare system.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: Speakers and topics for 2026 have not been announced yet, but 2025 sessions included “Racial and Ethnic Disparities in ER Care,” “Suicide Risk in Hispanic American Immigrants,” “From Bias to Best Practices: Transforming the Peer Review Process in Nursing Publications,” and “Mentorship Experiences of Hispanic Nurses.”
Date: July 28–August 2, 2026
Location: St. Louis, MO
Cost: Typically between $300–$900
What to Expect: Acknowledging the critical roles black nurses play in reducing disparities and advancing health equity in nursing, the annual conference offers participants access to continuing education, career development, leadership enhancement, mentorship, and networking opportunities.
CEUs: Typically up to 20 contact hours
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 theme is “Gateway to Health Equity: Advancing Innovation, Justice, and Leadership in Nursing.” Speaker and topic lineups have not yet been announced. The 2025 lineup included topics such as “Education in Palliative End-of-Life Care” and an American Red Cross Workshop.
Date: April 9–10, 2026
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Cost: $280
What to Expect: The five national ethnic minority nurse associations represented by NCEMNA join to discuss healthcare needs of diverse communities. The theme for 2026 is “Uniting for National Well-Being: The Voice and Vision for Healthcare in the Future.” There will be keynotes, panel discussions, and workshops dedicated to promoting healthcare equity.
CEUs: none
Speakers/Topics: TBA
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Date: March 26–28, 2026
Location: Boston, MA
Cost: Typically between $650–$850
What to Expect: The ANIA conference offers nurses opportunities to learn about the latest techniques in using data and analytics to inform medical decisions while networking with like-minded informatics nursing colleagues.
CEUs: Yes, past conferences offered up to 11.25 contact hours
Speakers/Topics: Session topics fall within five education tracks: impact on practice, innovation in practice, leadership strategies, quality improvement and patient outcomes, and role and career development. Topics for 2026 include “From Bedside to Webside: Advancing Nursing Practice with AI-Powered Virtual Care,” “The State of the Science: A Review of Mentoring Best Practices in Nursing,” and “A Smart Hospital Platform: Transforming Healthcare Improving Outcomes Utilizing AI.”
Date: March 29–April 1, 2026
Location: Chicago, IL
Cost: Typically between $1,200–$1,500
What to Expect: The premier event for nurse leaders, the AONL conference offers participants the opportunity to interact with both experts and other attendees in a variety of formats, including small group discussions, lectures, manned poster sessions, and quick five-minute oral presentations.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: TBA. Previous conference themes included innovation in care delivery, how to lead in challenging times, equity, diversity, and protecting the mental well-being of frontline staff and their leaders.
Handle/Hashtag: @TweetAONL, #NurseLeaders
Date: May 23–24, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA
Cost: $99–$699, depending on attendee participation status and date of registration
What to Expect: This global conference aims at developing leadership skills, building innovation, and enhancing evidence-based practice for nursing leadership. Attendees will engage in networking and skill-building sessions while earning continuing professional development credits on approved sessions.
CEUs: Yes, TBA
Speakers/Topics: Although the 2026 speaker lineup has not yet been announced, the theme is “Building the Future of Nursing Leadership: Vision, Voice, and Value.”
If kids and young adults are your specialty, the following nursing conferences are for you.
Date: March 18–21, 2026
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
Cost: $290–$795
What to Expect: This conference, sponsored by the National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP), is geared for pediatric nurses, especially those employed in primary, acute, and special care settings. Workshops take a deeper look at key topics in these areas.
CEUs: More than 20 contact hours
Speakers/Topics: Sessions focus on specific ways to enhance the primary, acute, and specialty care practices of pediatric nurse practitioners. The 2026 lineup has not yet been announced, but sample topics and speakers in 2025 included interpretation of pediatric chest imaging (Maureen A. Madden, DNP, CPNP-AC, CCRN, FCCM); supporting breastfeeding in your practice (Christine Pfundstein, MS, APRN, CPNP-PC, IBCLC); pediatric otitis (Laurie Newton, DNP, RN, CPNP- AC/PC; Kati Dreyer, MSN, RN, CPNP; Michelle Trampe, MSN, RN, CPNP); and concussion diagnosis (Roni Lynn Robinson, MSN, RN, CRNP).
Handle/Hashtag: @NAPNAP #NAPNAConf
Date: April 27–April 29, 2026
Location: Orlando, FL
Cost: $380–$960
What to Expect: This conference offers speakers, workshops, presentations, and exhibits that share the latest information in pediatric care. Its learning objectives for attendees include learning best practices to improve patients’ outcomes, learning at least one evidence-based practice to introduce in the workplace, and creating professional development plans.
CEUs: Yes; previous conferences offered up to 24 contact hours
Speakers/Topics: Topics include “Implementing Social Determinants of Health in Hospital Systems,” “Empowered, Caring, and Engaged: A Roadmap for Today’s Nursing Workforce,” and “Leading Innovation: Navigating Nursing’s Blockbuster Moment.”
Nursing professionals who specialize in trauma deserve a special time to connect, share, and learn with each other. Hopefully, you already have these dates saved in your calendar.
Date: April 15–17, 2026
Location: Austin, TX
Cost: TBA
What to Expect: TraumaCon offers trauma nurses educational programs, networking opportunities, and access to the latest research in trauma nursing, all aimed at empowering these nursing professionals to return to their careers ready to provide optimal care to trauma patients.
CEUs: TBA
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 schedule is still being planned, but you might expect something similar to previous TraumaCons. In the past, topics have included a plenary session on the topic of “Preventing Workplace Violence: One Trauma Center’s Experience.” Sessions explored pediatric trauma, geriatric trauma, professional branding, pediatric bariatric trauma patients, and how trauma registries can help identify community gun violence trends.
Handle/Hashtag: @SocTraumaNurses
Thinking globally? Whether you’re looking to travel farther for a nursing conference or focused on learning more about healthcare impacts across the world, these options will fit both those needs.
Date: February 23–24, 2026
Location: London, UK
Cost: $400–$2,500
What to Expect: In this year’s conference on “One World, One Health: Uniting Nursing and Primary Care for Sustainable Solutions,” nurses from around the world come together to discuss the latest trends and innovations in nursing and primary care. Researchers in various nursing specialties share their findings from the past year.
Speakers/Topics: Speakers TBA. Topics fall within a number of education tracks, including health promotion and disease prevention, patient advocacy, public health nursing, and emergency and disaster nursing.
Date: May 25–26, 2026
Location: Rome, Italy
Cost: $399–$2,500, depending on membership status and how many days attending
What to Expect: This event brings together an international audience of nursing leaders and healthcare professionals with the goal of elevating the standards of nursing leadership and redefining the future of healthcare management. This year’s event is themed “Empowering the Future of Healthcare Through Leadership and Innovation.” The conference aims to highlight the critical role that nursing leadership plays in shaping resilient healthcare systems, improving patient outcomes, and driving positive organizational change.
CEUs: Yes, CEUs offered TBA
Speakers/Topics: The 2026 lineups of topics and speakers have not been announced yet, but attendees are able to choose their track including empowering nurse leaders, crisis-ready leadership, future of nursing leadership, mentorship in nursing, innovative leadership models, women in nursing leadership, and more.
Date: September 29–30, 2026
Location: Delta Prince Edward, Charlottetown, PEI
Cost: TBA, registration opens spring 2026
What to Expect: During the conference, nurses will be presented with opportunities to share and learn on a range of topics, hone skills, and network with other nurses.
CEUs: Yes, 12 CE hours
Speakers/Topics: Speakers TBA and topics to be announced in 2026.
Date: February 25–27, 2026
Location: Noosa, QLD, Australia
Cost: $790–$1,190
What to Expect: During this two-day event, experts in their fields help attendees to maximize their learning through both practical and lecture-style sessions.
Speakers/Topics: Attendees will have the opportunity to listen to speakers on a variety of topics including acute hand injuries, ophthalmology emergencies, head and injury concussion management, and cardiovascular medicine.
Date: July 1–3, 2026
Location: Rome, Italy (or virtual presentation option)
Cost: €299–€1,199
What to Expect: This international conference invites researchers, educators, and nursing professionals around the world to come together to explore the connections between research and practice.
Speakers/Topics: The conference includes tracks that address teaching and learning methods, resources, curricula, technology for governing organizations, outcomes, clinical experiences, and preceptor experiences. Panelists include senior nurse researchers, advanced practice nurses, and nurse clinicians.
Date: October 22–24, 2026
Location: Boston, MA
Cost: The 2026 price list has not yet been released, however, previous conferences cost $839 in person; $539 virtual attendees
What to Expect: Speakers, researchers, and professionals will share their latest research and advancements in the field of nursing. Nurses will gain insights on the latest trends in nursing practices from around the world, as well as scientific responses to numerous worldwide health and safety concerns.
CEUs: 30
Speakers/Topics: TBA. Previous conferences included discussions on enhancing the quality and safety of patient care and the effectiveness of delivering healthcare at a global level. Previous topics also included nurse coaching within the hospital, nursing retention, and value-based care.
If you’re planning your next nursing conference around the best time of year for you to be away from work or family, here’s a list of the conferences broken up by quarter and arranged by earliest date to latest date. Read more about them in their specialty categories above.
There are almost as many types of nursing conferences as there are nurses. Some are geared for nurse specialists; others are more general. But almost all include topics such as patient safety, advanced nursing practice, technology changes, traditional medicine, alternative healthcare, and much more.
Healthcare professionals learn not only from subject-expert presenters but also from other colleagues. Hearing another nurse’s experience dealing with family members, for instance, might be the most valuable lesson you receive.
One of the first steps in deciding which conference is right for you is to consider your personal needs and career goals.
Attending a nursing conference promises many benefits. Understanding these benefits can help you commit to this vital continuing education offering, whether you’re a travel nurse, registered nurse, midwife nurse educator, nursing clinical director, nurse manager, or any other type of nursing professional.
For starters, evidence-based practices are always changing. Attending a nursing conference is one of the best ways for everyone – from young researchers to community health workers – to keep up with new nursing practices, processes, and products. This is true no matter what specialty you’re in.
Furthermore, most states require licensed nursing professionals to participate in continuing education courses. Many nursing conferences count as continuing education hours you can apply toward your state’s requirements.
In addition, certain conferences can help you earn certifications within areas of nursing specialization. Adding a certification to your resume can help you land a job, boost your salary, or increase your responsibilities at work.
And although attending a nursing conference is not without some expense, many employers will subsidize or cover the cost of attending. In this case, attending a nursing conference is a win-win. However, if cost remains a concern, virtual nursing conferences are available at a significantly reduced registration fee.
Why do nursing professionals go to conferences? Here are some common objectives nurses have for attending:
A proper plan can help you save money and hit all the sessions you want to see. Here’s how to strategize your conference time.
Many conferences offer discounts for those who register early. Committing early also allows you to block off your time away from the workplace and schedule any necessary replacements ahead of time.
You can also save by booking your hotel early or using the discounted conference rate. If checking out a new city, this is a good time to make any highly sought after dinner reservations too.
Look carefully at the conference brochure and plan which events you will attend. Register for those that meet your goals and consider one that might help you personally or professionally, outside of your current job. Don’t forget to allow time for networking, socializing, and rest. Gaining so much information in a short time can be exhausting.
Vendors can help you discover new trends, technologies, and products that you’re too busy in your day-to-day work life to research yourself. They can also help you reassess products you already use but that might need an upgrade, such as malpractice insurance. Go through the vendor list, highlight the ones that appeal to you, and mark where they’ll be on the floor plan.
Many large conferences are located in sprawling cities or spread across several buildings. Look up your hotel, conference location, parking lots, and any meeting spots ahead of time, and save them to your favorites folder in Google Maps. This way, when you open the app and type the first word of the location you need to go, it will pop up quickly.
You’ll want to pack several essentials for your conference:
This list of best nursing conferences is just the start. Whatever your interests or goals, organizations like the National League for Nursing, National Association of Hispanic Nurses, Association of Rehabilitation Nurses offer annual meetings and national and international conferences on emerging research in many areas that can enhance your nursing career.
Keep in mind that what you get out of nursing conferences often comes down to what you put into them. That’s why it’s so important to prepare for each conference by identifying your specific goals, planning your itinerary, packing appropriately, and taking advantage of the many networking opportunities.
But why let the knowledge sharing end with the conclusion of the conference? Commit to sharing your learnings with your community (both in-person and online) to maximize the impact of nursing conferences.
One item to consider researching is the rise in malpractice claims (including high jury awards) and licensing board complaints against nurses. Even if you have insurance from your employer, look into an individual nursing malpractice policy that would provide extra protection if:
If you’re looking for a trusted provider with a history of caring for customers, be sure to explore Berxi. Every nursing malpractice policy at Berxi policy includes:
In addition, Berxi nurses save an average of 20% versus industry standards because they have no commission fees, no membership costs, and no deductibles. Take a moment to get a free online quote — you might be surprised by how much you can save.
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