2020 Annual Conference

We hope you’ll join us in March 10-13, 2020 as we celebrate 25 Years of NACNS!

2020 Annual Conference Status

Dear NACNS Annual Conference Attendees,

As you know the NACNS Board has been closely monitoring the situation with the COVID-19 virus. This evening, Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb banned non-essential gatherings of more than 250 people. Given this, we are cancelling our programming for tomorrow, March 13. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding during this ever-changing situation.

Despite challenging circumstances, our CNS family pulled together to make this event a success. . Volunteers filled-in for what would have been cancelled sessions, attendees exhibited patience and understanding through it all, and our resilient conference planning committee made sure everything ran like clockwork. The strength of character required to be a CNS was clearly evident this week.

Thank you everyone for being here. Safe travels home. Let’s meet in New Orleans next year to celebrate the resurgence of the CNS!

The NACNS Board of Directors

Due to the rapidly evolving impact, both domestically and globally, of the COVID-19 situation, we want to update you on our preparations and plans for the 2020 Annual Conference. We plan to move forward with this week’s event in Indianapolis for the following reasons:

• • We remain in close communication with the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown Hotel. They are taking appropriate protective steps and have increased onsite precautionary measures, including increasing the frequency of cleaning and disinfecting commonly touched objects such as door handles, posting informational signage, and maintaining communication with local health agencies.
  • While many institutions have chosen to restrict or ban travel, impacting some of our registrants, thus far it is not the majority.
  • The 2020 Annual Conference is an important cornerstone of our organization and community and has a significant number of existing contractual obligations in support of this event.

The health and safety of our attendees is of utmost priority. We suggest regularly visiting the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and World Health Organization websites, which are updated daily with the latest information about the virus, including recommendations regarding travel and safety precautions.

Once on-site in Indianapolis, meeting attendees should follow recommendations associated with flu season and from the CDC and WHO in response to coronavirus: wash hands often, cough into your elbow, sneeze into a tissue, and avoid contact with those who may already be sick. Be sure to use the hand sanitizing stations that the Marriott has placed near all public restrooms and meeting spaces. Please remember, it is not impolite to abstain from shaking hands during flu season. If you find you are not feeling well, at home or on travel, we recommend that you consult the CDC website and act accordingly.

As an organization dedicated to the clinical nurse specialist and the healthcare community, we recognize our healthcare community professionals who are hard at work at this time—our thoughts go out to all affected by the novel coronavirus.

We are looking forward to a very positive and informative event this week. Your patience, persistence, and understanding during this time is much very much appreciated by all of us at NACNS. If you have questions, please email info@nacns.org

Refund Requests

Per the NACNS refund policy, we are currently outside the refund period. If you need to cancel your registration, please submit your request to meetings@nacns.org as soon as possible. All refund requests will be reviewed and responded to following the Annual Conference.

CE Update

While we will have session updates due to speaker cancellations, NACNS is working to identify CE-eligible sessions. An update on CEs will be provided shortly, based on the updated schedule. We appreciate your patience.

Download the NACNS Mobile App

With schedule changes evolving, please download the NACNS Mobile App for the most up to date schedule information and updates during this event. We will update this as quickly as possible with any new information, schedule changes, or other important news. Speaker handouts are also available in the mobile app for sessions for which they are available.

To access the NACNS 2020 Annual Conference mobile app, Expo Pass, please complete the following steps:

1. Download Expo Pass from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Create an account using the same email address that you used for registration.
3. Verify your email with a 4-digit code emailed to you after your account is created.
4. When you enter the code, the system will automatically load your event, the NACNS 2020 Annual Conference app.
5. *Please allow push notifications so you can get the most up to date information. 

You can also get the latest updates via Facebook @clinicalnursespecialists or Twitter @NACNS.

Download the Online Program

You can now find an updated schedule with session details here. The mobile app will be the best source of up-to-date information, however.

2020 Annual Conference Schedule

You can now find an updated schedule with session details here. An onsite printed program guide will also be available. The mobile app will be the best source of up-to-date information, however.

Download the NACNS Mobile App

With schedule changes evolving, please download the NACNS Mobile App for the most up to date schedule information and updates during this event. We will update this as quickly as possible with any new information, schedule changes, or other important news. Speaker handouts are also available in the mobile app for sessions for which they are available.

To access the NACNS 2020 Annual Conference mobile app, Expo Pass, please complete the following steps:

1. Download Expo Pass from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.
2. Create an account using the same email address that you used for registration.
3. Verify your email with a 4-digit code emailed to you after your account is created.
4. When you enter the code, the system will automatically load your event, the NACNS 2020 Annual Conference app.
5. *Please allow push notifications so you can get the most up to date information. 

You can also get the latest updates via Facebook @clinicalnursespecialists or Twitter @NACNS.

CE Update

While we will have session updates due to speaker cancellations, NACNS is working to identify CE-eligible sessions. An update on CEs will be provided shortly, based on the updated schedule. We appreciate your patience.

Register

REGISTER HERE

NACNS Members | $650 

Non-Members | $875

Click here to save $225 by becoming a member today!

Registration fees include CE credits, three breakfasts, one lunch, and one evening reception.

You can come back to your registration to add additional items. If you need help with this please click here to see how to add items or contact us at info@nacns.org or (703) 436-0092.

These prices will increase on March 9, 2020.

Harry & Izzy’s Downtown Reception

The 2020 Annual Conference Committee is pleased to announce an after-hours reception in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. Join us at Harry & Izzy’s Downtown, an upscale American grill from the owners of famed St. Elmo Steak House, to reconnect with old friends, network with colleagues and toast the NACNS community as the 2020 program kicks off.

Space is limited. Please reserve your spot today.

*This event is not included in the Annual Conference registration; a separate fee is required for admittance.

 Register now!

*Refund Policy

Refund Requests

Per the NACNS refund policy, we are currently outside the refund period. If you need to cancel your registration, please submit your request to meetings@nacns.org as soon as possible. All refund requests will be reviewed and responded to following the Annual Conference.

**NACNS is paying close attention to new developments pertaining to the novel coronavirus. The health and safety of our attendees at the 2020 Annual Conference is a top priority. In an effort to reduce health risks, we are taking the following proactive steps:  hand sanitizer will be readily available throughout the meeting and the hotel plans to increase sanitization efforts throughout the venue. Marriott International is reinforcing recommended measures on appropriate hygiene standards and following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization and local health authorities.

We encourage attendees to monitor the CDC website for additional information, and review and follow the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Travel Advice as they make their way to Indianapolis. Here are some additional recommendations for protecting yourself and others from exposure.

As an organization dedicated to the clinical nurse specialist and healthcare community, we recognize our healthcare community professionals who are hard at work at this time—our thoughts go out to them and those affected by the novel coronavirus.**

Sponsors

Click HERE to view the 2020 Partnership Prospectus

Thank you to our 2020 Annual Conference Sponsors

Exhibits

Click HERE to view the 2020 Partnership Prospectus

Exhibiting and partnering with NACNS at this year’s conference gives organizations numerous opportunities to engage with more than 500 dynamic health care leaders and influencers.

2020 Exhibit Hall Hours

• The times listed above are subject to change but will stay closely within the time allotted.
• The set-up and tear down times listed represent when the General Service Contractor will be initiating production in installing/tearing down the booths. Please coordinate your organizations set-up and tear down times within these ranges.
• 95% of all attendees attend the meals/breaks listed above, which will be served throughout the Exhibitor Hall floor space/foyer.
• Conference participation is projected for 600 attendees.

Reservations & Travel

Click Here to Access the Hotel Reservation Link

Hotel: Indianapolis Downtown Marriott

350 West Maryland St.

Indianapolis, IN 46225

Visit the Indianapolis Downtown Marriott Website for more information

Presenters/Moderators

Guidelines for Poster Presentations

Guidelines for Speakers

DOWNLOAD 2020 PPT Template HERE

Keynote Speakers

Wednesday, March 11

9:00 am

Mary Fran Tracy, PhD, RN, APRN, CNS, FAAN is an Associate Professor/Nurse Scientist at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing. She holds a BSN from the University of Iowa, and both an MS and PhD from the University of Minnesota. Since 1999, Mary has been an active member of NACNS, earning the Brenda Lyon Leadership Award in 2014. She was also recently inducted as a fellow for NACNS.  Her research experience and interests span multiple areas including, symptom management in critically ill patients; innovative interventions to improve the care of critically ill and mechanically ventilated patients.

Friday, March 13

“Transforming Through the Strength of Our Stories” – 11:00 am

Katherine Brown-Saltzman, MA, RN is a Registered Nurse in the state of California. She received her B.S.N. from Marquette University and her M.A. from Lesley College in Cambridge, MA. Since 1993, she has served as the co-founder and president of Ethics of Caring, a non-profit nursing organization promoting nursing ethics education. Since 1975, her clinical practice has been in end of life care; now focusing on ethics and her area of research is centered on nurses’ early indicators in ethical issues.