Full Conference Agenda Now Available
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The NACNS 2026 Annual Conference—Collaborate—will be a transformational professional development opportunity for all Clinical Nurse Specialists and CNSs-to-be. We’ve just released the full agenda, and it will be an action-packed four days. While there are far too many great sessions to list here, you won’t want to miss these highlights:
Monday, March 9 @ 1:10 PM: CNO Panel. Join three chief nursing officers of prominent healthcare systems for what promises to be a fascinating discussion from a leadership perspective.
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Penelope Gorsuch, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, EBP-C, FACHE, USAF Col (retired) —
Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive at Summa Health
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Gabriella Malagon-Maldonado, PhD, DNP, APRN, CNS, NEA-BC — Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services at Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
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MaryAnn McKenna Moon, MSN, APRN, APNP, ACNS-BC — Nurse Executive and CNS Thought Leader at Advocate Health
Tuesday, March 10 @ 9:15 AM: Enhancing the Application and Workflow of EBP through AI. Presented by Susan Bell, DNP, MS, APRN-CNP, CNRN, EBP (CH), Program Director at Helene Fuld Health Trust National Institute for Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and Healthcare.
Thursday, March 12 @ 9:10 AM: Empowering Practice Through Implementation Science: Clarity, Myths, and Impact. This session is presented by Dr. Molly McNett, PhD, RN, CNRN, FNCS, FAAN, Associate Dean for Evidence-Based Practice and Implementation Science, and the Helene Fuld Endowed Professor of Evidence-Based Practice in the College of Nursing at The Ohio State University.
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Stay Steps Away from the Action — Conference Hotel Discount Closes February 12, 2026
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Enjoy ultimate convenience by staying at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina — just an elevator ride from all conference sessions. Reserve your room in our exclusive NACNS block by Thursday, February 12, 2026, to secure the discounted rate.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for Marriott Bonvoy® Members (membership is free to join). Parking is available for an additional fee.
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Early Bird Registration Closes January 28, 2026
Don't miss the chance to save on registration with early bird pricing, available exclusively for NACNS members. Not a member yet? You can join while registering to secure a discounted rate. Don't miss these conference benefits:
- Inspiring keynote voices
- Breakthrough presentations
- Pharmacology sessions
- Live and on-demand continuing education
- Powerful networking connections
- Full access to recordings and digital materials
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CNSI 10th Anniversary GALA & Fellow Induction Dinner
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
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Join us for the 10th Anniversary GALA as we honor the 2026 Class of CNSI Fellows with an evening to remember. Enjoy dinner, dancing, and a night of recognition and celebration. All NACNS Conference attendees and members are welcome to join.
Ticket pricing:
$160 – CNSI Fellow inductees (guest tickets available)
$130 – inductee guests, NACNS members, conference attendees
Make this milestone unforgettable — reserve your spot and celebrate excellence in nursing leadership!
Please note that if you have already registered for the conference and want to attend, you can add to your registration. Reach out to meetings@nacns.org with any questions!
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Showcase Your Brand to CNS Leaders
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Reach a national audience of clinical nurse specialists by sponsoring or exhibiting at the NACNS 2026 Annual Conference. These opportunities put your organization front and center — boosting visibility, fostering connections, and demonstrating your support for the CNS profession. All sponsorships include logo recognition on the conference website, mobile app, on-site signage, and in select emails and social media posts.
Interested in customizing your own sponsorship package? We would love to work with you! Please contact Matt Bozek at salesgrowth@virtualinc.com.
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Spread the Word to Your Network
Check out our media kit for ready-to-go content, images, and suggested posts to promote registration, professional development opportunities, and networking highlights across Facebook, LinkedIn, X, and Instagram. Amplify your posts with recommended hashtags like #Collaborate2026 and #NACNS2026 to reach your audience and help showcase the impact of CNSs in healthcare.
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Use #Collaborate2026 When Connecting With Us
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