/ en Tue, 03 Mar 2026 20:28:52 -0600 Tue, 17 Feb 26 11:55:03 -0600 /education-events/yale-new-haven-health-transforming-nursing-care-model-through-virtual-nursing <p>Hosted by the AONL-AHA Learning Community</p><p><strong>Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at 11:00 am CST</strong></p><p><strong>Yale New Haven Health: Transforming the Nursing Care Model Through Virtual Nursing</strong><br>A Nursing Driven Approach to Scalable, Technology Enabled Nursing Care Redesign.</p><p>This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the development and evolution of the Virtual Nursing program at Yale New Haven Health, highlighting the organizational strategies, initiatives and operational changes that have shaped its success. </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li>Gain insight into an approach for workforce stabilization, patient and employee satisfaction, outcomes, along with early trends and lessons learned.</li><li>Explore future opportunities for scalability as the program continues to advance care delivery.</li></ol><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/MaryCChristofferson_headshot.png" data-entity-uuid="f085bd78-1f78-4aff-8015-4997bc3de42a" data-entity-type="file" alt="Mary C Christoffersen" width="142" height="142"><br><strong>Mary C. Christoffersen, DNP, MBA, RN, CNOR, SVP & CNO - Yale New Haven Health, Bridgeport Hospital</strong></p><p><em>Mary Christoffersen is a nationally recognized nursing executive with more than 25 years in health care, whose visionary leadership has driven exceptional improvements in patient satisfaction, quality outcomes, workforce engagement and organizational performance. As Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer, she led her organization to its first Magnet designation, Lantern and Beacon Gold Awards, while earning “Healthcare Heroes” recognition and prestigious fellowships with the Health Management Academy, Johnson & Johnson Innovation and Yale University.</em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/JenniferGhidini_headshot.png" data-entity-uuid="ff7ef04c-cdc4-4b26-bc4c-a7e04cd36358" data-entity-type="file" alt="Jennifer Ghidini" width="146" height="146"></p></figure><p><strong>Jennifer Ghidini, DNP, RN, CNML, Vice President of Medicine Services - Yale New Haven Hospital</strong></p><p><em>Jennifer Ghidini, DNP, RN, CNML, serves as Vice President of Medicine Services at Yale New Haven Hospital. She oversees a $150 million budget, 574 inpatient beds and more than 1,200 staff members. In this role, she leads strategic initiatives that strengthen clinical operations, optimize workforce performance, improve patient outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance. A nationally recognized award recipient and published author, Jennifer Ghidini is celebrated for her transformational leadership, dedication to high-reliability care and commitment to fostering diverse and inclusive health care environments.</em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/LeslieHutchins_headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="822c7ef5-b808-4c31-88cf-fd7cf3229e02" data-entity-type="file" alt="Leslie Hutchins" width="141" height="141"></p></figure><p><strong>Leslie Hutchins, MBA, BSN, RN, NI-BC, NE-BC, Chief Nursing Information Officer - Yale New Haven Health</strong></p><p><em>Leslie Hutchins, MBA, BSN, RN, NI-BC, NE-BC, is the Chief Nursing Information Officer at Yale New Haven Health, where she aligns the strategy and vision for nursing practice with digital health and information technology capabilities. She leads division wide initiatives to improve clinical and business workflows by leveraging technology and innovation to enhance efficiency, accuracy and patient care. In her role, Leslie serves as a practitioner, consultant, educator and evaluator, while mentoring clinicians to become effective and informed users of health technology. </em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/RebeccaMcCray_headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="6b99b816-ee59-4f45-89a7-f222b566fda1" data-entity-type="file" alt="Rebecca McCray" width="143" height="143"></p></figure><p><strong>Rebecca McCray, DSL, MS, BSN, RN, CNML, Executive Director Nursing Operations & Central Staffing Office - Yale New Haven Health</strong></p><p><em>Rebecca McCray, DSL, MS, BSN, RN, CNML, serves as the Executive Director Nursing Operations & Central Staffing Office within the Office of the Chief Nurse Executive at Yale New Haven Health.  A health care executive known for leading complex systemwide initiatives that strengthen workforce capacity, modernize care delivery and improve patient outcomes. She has driven major advancements in staffing strategy, virtual care models and ambulatory operations across Yale New Haven Health. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to high quality, patient centered care and data driven performance improvement. wide initiatives that strengthen workforce capacity, modernize care delivery and improve patient outcomes. She has driven major advancements in staffing strategy, virtual care models and ambulatory operations across Yale New Haven Health. Her leadership is defined by a commitment to high quality, patient centered care and data driven performance improvement.</em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/AndyQuito_headshot.png" data-entity-uuid="f948fde4-0d79-44d4-aed9-903ccdbd0ef0" data-entity-type="file" alt="Andy Quito" width="300" height="315"></p></figure><p><strong>Andy Quito, MBA, BSN, RN, Director of Patient Care Operations - Bridgeport Hospital</strong></p><p><em>Andy Quito, MBA, BSN, RN, serves as the Director of Patient Care Operations at Bridgeport Hospital, bringing more than a decade of progressive leadership and clinical experience to the role.  Andy has led operational oversight of a large medicine service line, developed management teams and patient-care initiatives such as Virtual Nursing that support high-quality, efficient nursing practice. </em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/JamesFlaherty_headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="3773ce6c-5348-4a9c-9264-6c5db1d29492" data-entity-type="file" alt="James Flaherty" width="300" height="300"></p></figure><p><strong>James Flaherty, MSN, RN, Virtual Care Program Manager - Yale New Haven Health</strong></p><p><em>James Flaherty, MSN, RN, serves as a Virtual Care Program Manager, leading inpatient Digital Health and Virtual Care initiatives across the organization. In this role, he oversees strategy, technology integration and day-to-day operations, partnering closely with clinical, operational and technical teams to design and optimize innovative care models. James brings a strong</em><br><em>clinical foundation to his work, having previously served as a Nurse Manager and ICU nurse, and is recognized for his ability to bridge frontline practice with digital transformation, day-to-day operations, partnering closely with clinical, operational and technical teams to design and optimize innovative care models. </em></p><p> </p> Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:55:03 -0600 Webinars /education-events/lines-risk-leaders-respond-driving-safer-peripheral-iv-standards <p><strong>Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 12:00 pm CST</strong></p><p><strong>Lines at Risk, Leaders Respond: Driving Safer Peripheral IV Standards</strong><br>Peripheral IV catheter (PIVC) infections are an underrecognized but growing patient safety concern that requires leadership attention. This webinar will examine the risks associated with PIVCs, explore potential changes to reporting requirements and share how one facility is proactively monitoring and preventing infections. Nurse leaders will gain actionable insights to strengthen infection prevention strategies and improve patient outcomes.</p><p> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li>Explain the scope and potential impact of peripheral IV catheter infections on patient safety and quality of care.</li><li>Define practical steps to begin monitoring peripheral IV infections and identify prevention strategies to reduce risk.</li></ol><p> </p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Presenter</h4><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Aryeh%20Feldheim%20Photo_0.jpeg" data-entity-uuid="81c63571-11ea-4846-aeb8-c6b190eabce7" data-entity-type="file" alt="Aryeh Feldheim" width="124" height="124"></p></figure><p><strong>Aryeh Feldheim, MPH, CIC, VA-BC, Infection Preventionist – University of California San Diego Health (UCSDH)</strong></p><p><em>Aryeh Feldheim is an Infection Preventionist at UC San Diego Health, specializing in vascular access with a particular interest in informatics. Aryeh's research has been published in the Journal of the Association for Vascular Access, and he has presented at key industry conferences. He holds a Master of Public Health in Health Informatics and Analytics from The George Washington University and a B.S. in Civil Engineering from the University of Central Florida.</em></p><p> </p><h6>AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6> Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:16:39 -0600 Webinars /education-events/aonl-industry-insights-webinar-compassion-as-strategy <p><strong>Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12:00 pm CST</strong></p><p><strong>Compassion as Strategy: A Leadership Approach to Strengthening the Nursing Workforce and Patient Care</strong></p><p>Nurse leaders are navigating a pivotal moment in health care that demands new approaches to supporting the workforce and delivering high-quality care. This webinar explores compassion not as an individual trait, but as a strategic leadership lever that directly influences workforce well-being, patient outcomes and organizational performance. Drawing on decades of research and real-world implementation from the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare, participants will examine why compassion matters now, how it can be strengthened at scale and what nurse leaders can do to embed compassion into culture, systems and daily practice.</p><p> </p><p><strong>After this webinar, participants will be able to:</strong></p><ol><li>Describe compassion and explain its implications for nursing leadership, workforce well-being and patient care.</li><li>Identify evidence-based strategies that can be implemented to support compassion and connection among nursing teams.</li></ol><p> </p><h4>Presenters</h4><p><br><strong>Michael Gustafson, MD, MBA, Chief Executive Officer – The Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare</strong></p><p><em>Michael Gustafson MD, MBA, is a senior health care physician executive with progressive strategic, operational and leadership responsibilities spanning three decades within academic medical center, community hospital and integrated delivery system settings. His personal mission over this time has been to help transform health care delivery in the U.S. and drive improvement in quality, safety, equity, experience and value for both patients and their caregivers. His many passions and areas of expertise related to this work include health care strategy, clinical innovation, organizational culture change and leadership development.</em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Michael_Gustafson_headshot_square.jpg" data-entity-uuid="99a79c98-1ca8-4f91-8ecc-61e84c8ef956" data-entity-type="file" alt="Michael Gustafson" width="300" height="300"></p><p><strong>Richard Bottner, DHA, PA-C, FACHE, Chief Clinical Officer – The Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare</strong></p><p><em>Richard Bottner is the Chief Clinical Officer at the Schwartz Center for Compassionate Healthcare, where he leads national and international efforts to advance evidence-based approaches to compassion, workforce well-being and organizational culture across nursing and interprofessional care teams. A PA with more than 20 years of experience spanning academic medicine, health care leadership and quality improvement, he has partnered with nurse leaders and health care executives across the U.S. to translate research into practical strategies that strengthen nursing practice, care team collaboration and patient care.</em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Richard_Bottner_headshot_square.jpg" data-entity-uuid="ff6c0f25-c1aa-4a84-a8f5-040b3a3dbf7b" data-entity-type="file" alt="Richard Bottner" width="300" height="300"></p><h6>AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6> Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:58:30 -0600 Webinars /education-events/aonl-industry-insights-webinar-front-line-defense <div><strong>Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CST</strong></div><div><p><strong>Front-Line Defense: Nurse Leadership Strategies for Strengthening Drug Diversion</strong></p><p>Nurses offer a critical front line perspective in preventing drug diversion, but they often face challenges such as fragmented communication and unfamiliar pharmacy processes. In this session, our expert panel will share practical strategies to overcome these obstacles and lead effective prevention programs.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=4ec539b5-94d6-4d00-8a62-5fccc6d9c8e4">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li>Implement specific multidisciplinary communication strategies to bridge the gap between nursing and pharmacy workflows, reducing fragmented information and improving controlled substance accountability.</li><li>Develop actionable education plans that foster a safety-focused culture, empowering staff to identify diversion risks and adhere to prevention policies within their daily practice.</li></ol><h4>Presenters</h4><p><br><strong>Jodi Lamb, MSN, RN, MED-SURG-BC, Advanced Specialty Program Coordinator – Medication Diversion, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System</strong></p><p><em>Jodi Lamb is a registered nurse with over 20 years of experience. After twelve years as a bedside and charge nurse, she transitioned into the role of Drug Diversion Specialist in 2014. Jodi has led the development of a diversion prevention program from its early stages into a comprehensive, multi-site initiative spanning two hospital campuses, freestanding emergency departments, and walk-in clinics. Jodi is a member of the American Nurses Association, the Florida ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ for Nursing Leadership, and the International Health Facility Diversion Association, and she earned the Fundamental Drug Diversion Certificate in 2023.</em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Melissa%20Inscoe.jpg" data-entity-uuid="d749ea5c-a624-4134-907e-7fdffc309e76" data-entity-type="file" alt="Melissa Inscoe" width="154" height="154"><br><strong>Melissa Inscoe, MSN-ED, RN, NE-BC, Program Director, Patient Safety, Inventory Integrity and Controlled Substance Compliance, Vanderbilt University Medical Center </strong></p><p><em>Melissa Inscoe is a registered nurse with more than 21 years of clinical and leadership experience at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, with the majority of her career focused in pediatrics. She has served in her current role since 2021.Melissa earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Belmont University in 2004 and completed her Master of Science in Nursing, along with an education certificate, in 2011. She is an active member of the International Health Facility Diversion Association. Melissa is passionate about increasing nursing education related to controlled substance compliance and diversion prevention.</em></p><p><strong>Shealee Mitchell, MJur, BSN, RN, Drug Diversion Prevention Manager, JPS Health Network</strong></p><p><em>Shealee Mitchell has over two decades of experience in healthcare as a Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery and the Emergency Department before transitioning into healthcare administration in 2015.She currently serves at JPS Health Network, where she is building a Drug Diversion Prevention Program and has earned her Professional Drug Diversion Specialist certification. A passionate advocate for healthcare improvement, Shealee continues to shape the future of patient and staff safety, policy, and legally compliant care delivery.</em></p><h6>AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:13:52 -0600 Webinars /Compassion-Meets-Innovation-Corewell-Healths-Nursing-Implementation-of-Ambient-Technology-with-Abridge <div><strong>December 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Compassion Meets Innovation: Corewell Health’s Nursing Implementation of Ambient Technology with Abridge</strong></p><p>At Corewell Health, simplifying documentation isn’t just a technical goal–it’s a mission to create space for compassion to thrive. In partnership with Abridge, the team set out to transform nursing documentation by bringing ambient AI to the bedside on a busy orthopedic unit.</p><p>Join nurse leaders from Corewell Health and Abridge to learn how they launched ambient documentation. From preparing nurses for “conversational care” to navigating change on the floor and engaging patients, attendees will gain tactical insights on readiness, change management, and keys to a successful ambient rollout grounded in real-world nursing practice.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=1556c016-8d56-4083-94f5-e85133ba82f1">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li><strong>Identify implementation strategies: </strong>Participants will be able to describe strategies used by Corewell Health and Abridge to prepare nurses for ambient documentation, including training approaches, change management tactics, and patient communication.</li><li><strong>Apply readiness insights: </strong>Participants will be able to assess their own organization’s readiness by identifying key pre-work opportunities–such as aligning on mission, selecting pilot units, and engaging informatics leaders–that support successful ambient technology adoption.</li></ol><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/jill_corewell.jpg" data-entity-uuid="97edb68e-bf5c-4c15-b038-3523fd7403af" data-entity-type="file" alt="Jill Headshot" width="149" height="149"><br><strong>Jill Sheipline, MSHI, BSN, RN, Vice President, Chief Nursing Informatics Officer, Corewell Health</strong></p><p>Jill Sheipline is an accomplished nurse leader with extensive experience in driving clinical transformation through technology and innovation. With 19 years of service at Corewell Health, she currently leads a team of Nursing & Allied Health Informaticists and Epic Training Specialists across Corewell Health, overseeing clinical application systems and digital strategy for more than 18,000 nurses and allied health clinicians. Jill’s career is defined by her commitment to improving information management, human centered design, and patient care quality through the integration of electronic health records and digital platforms. She is recognized for her visionary leadership, collaborative approach, and ability to build high-performing teams.</p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/sheryl_corewell.jpg" data-entity-uuid="62fe2e7d-6f14-4b8b-94d3-2f2915f71834" data-entity-type="file" alt="Sheryl Headshot" width="150" height="150"><br><strong>Sheryl Silveri, BSN, RN, Clinical Nurse Manager, Corewell Health Beaumont Troy</strong></p><p>Sherry Silveri is a dedicated and experienced nursing professional with over 25 years of service at Corewell Health, Beaumont Troy. Beginning her career in 1999 as a Nursing Assistant, she became a Registered Nurse in 2002, building a strong clinical foundation in oncology and hospice care for five years. The remainder of her bedside career was focused on orthopedic nursing, where she developed a deep expertise in post-surgical care, pain management and patient rehabilitation. </p><p>In 2012 Sheryl transitioned into a leadership role as Assistant Nurse Manager and was promoted the following year to Clinical Nurse Manager. In this capacity, she has led multidisciplinary teams, driven quality improvement initiatives and fostered a culture of excellence and compassion in patient care. Known for her strong leadership, collaborative approach and deep commitment to staff, Sheryl continues to contribute to nursing practice and patient outcomes.<br> </p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/michael_corewell.jpg" data-entity-uuid="007531e2-1118-4d7a-be58-b6f5e410a0fb" data-entity-type="file" alt="Michael Headshot" width="149" height="149"><br><strong>Michael Keller, Nurse Informaticist, Corewell Health</strong></p><p>Michael L. Keller has served at Corewell Health for 13 years, beginning as a Nurse Technician in the Surgical Intensive Care Unit and later transitioning to the Cardiac Unit as a Registered Nurse. These roles laid the foundation for Michael’s clinical expertise and early involvement with Epic as a Super User.</p><p>Since joining the Informatics team in 2018, Michael has leveraged his clinical experience to drive digital transformation and workflow improvements across nursing and allied health teams. As Co-Chair of the Nursing and Allied Health EHR Oversight Council, Michael validates workflows in Epic and serves as an escalation point for EHR decisions, representing diverse clinical perspectives across Corewell Health. Michael has been instrumental in deploying new technology, including Rover for nurses and techs across multiple departments, and integrating Epic’s Fall Predictive Model for automated fall risk screening. Michael is passionate about optimizing electronic health records to improve clinician efficiency, enhance patient safety, and drive better outcomes through technology-driven solutions.<br> </p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/alyssa_abridge.jpeg" data-entity-uuid="3c8bd6ba-d097-4ed3-83f0-d6fc5a183ce6" data-entity-type="file" alt="Alyssa Headshot" width="148" height="148"><br><strong>Alyssa Stauffacher, RN, Director, Clinical Success-Nursing, Abridge</strong></p><p>Alyssa Stauffacher, RN, has more than two decades of experience across critical care, neuroscience nursing, and inpatient leadership. Her career has centered on elevating nursing practice, strengthening clinical teams, and driving operational excellence within complex care environments. A passionate advocate for the nursing profession, Alyssa now blends her clinical expertise with her work as an AI nurse leader at Abridge, helping shape the future of technology-supported care. She is committed to ensuring that innovation supports nursing clinical workflows, and enhances the nurse and patient experience, ultimately delivering better outcomes for both.<br> </p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p><a href="https://www.abridge.com/platform/nursing">Abridge</a> was founded in 2018 with the mission of powering deeper understanding in healthcare. The AI-powered platform was purpose-built for medical conversations, improving clinical documentation efficiencies while enabling clinicians to focus on what matters most—their patients.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:44:31 -0600 Webinars /education-events/Predicting-and-Preventing-Nurse-Burnout-Data-Driven-Insights-from-AONL-Laudio <div><strong>December 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Predicting and Preventing Nurse Burnout: Data-Driven Insights from AONL & Laudio</strong></p><p>Nurse burnout remains one of the most urgent challenges facing healthcare today — but what if you could see it coming? Join experts from AONL and Laudio Insights as they unpack findings from the new national report, An Early Warning System for Nurse Burnout: Metrics and Strategies. Discover the eight predictive indicators that reveal when nursing teams are under unsustainable stress, and hear how nurse executives and managers are using these insights to build visibility, sustainability, and a culture of well-being across their organizations.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=1556c016-8d56-4083-94f5-e85133ba82f1">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li>Identify and interpret the key measurable burnout predictors that correlate with nurse turnover, engagement, and team sustainability.</li><li>Apply data-driven leadership strategies to proactively address workforce stressors through visibility, workload redesign, and cultural well-being initiatives.</li></ol><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Tim%20Darling%20Headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="d4c59b76-0911-45de-90b5-1389b44d0e5a" data-entity-type="file" width="154" height="154"><br><strong>Tim Darling, President, Laudio Insights</strong></p><p><em>Tim Darling is a co-founder of Laudio and President of Laudio Insights. With over 20 years of experience in healthcare technology, Tim has a real passion for using data and analytics to serve the challenges facing healthcare organizations. Laudio Insights, the analytics and research arm of Laudio, provides unique perspectives on some of health system leaders’ most complex challenges</em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Join-Watson-Headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="702b877d-bc6d-4be6-9641-ea1dda3a704c" data-entity-type="file" alt="Joni Watson" width="157" height="157"><br><strong>Joni L. Watson, DNP, MBA, RN, OCN, AONL</strong></p><p><em>Dr. Joni Watson is the co-founder and Chief Vision Officer of The Creating Collective, a leadership and healthcare consulting service; holds a Consulting Associate faculty appointment at Duke University School of Nursing in the Doctor of Nursing Practice Executive Leadership Specialty; and is the Editor of the peer-reviewed Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing. She supports AONL across professional practice needs, including serving member-led groups leading nursing workforce initiatives. </em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/KristenLong%20headshot%202024.jpg" data-entity-uuid="adc70e59-7115-49f2-b512-77998d73fa7e" data-entity-type="file" width="158" height="158"><br><strong>Kristen Long, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Executive, North MIssissippi Medical Center</strong></p><p><em>Dr. Kristen Long serves as the Chief Nurse Executive at North Mississippi Medical Center. With over a decade of experience as a nurse administrator, Dr. Long has dedicated her career to advancing patient care and nursing practices. She serves as the Secretary of the Mississippi Nurses Association and previously served as the Director of the Council on Health Affairs for the Mississippi Nurses Association, where she plays a crucial role in shaping health policies and advocating for the nursing profession. Her extensive background in various fields of nursing, coupled with her leadership roles, has positioned her as a key figure in healthcare administration. Dr. Long's commitment to excellence in nursing is evident in her contributions to improving healthcare delivery and fostering a supportive environment for nursing professionals.</em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Christina-Cunningham.jpeg" data-entity-uuid="512f8bc3-5c93-4cb7-96ae-fb035fd5c263" data-entity-type="file" alt="Christina Cunningham" width="160" height="160"><br><strong>Christina Cunningham RN, MSN, CEN, Nurse Manager, Emergency Services Department at North Mississippi Health Services</strong><br><em>Christina Cunningham, RN, MSN, CEN, serves as the Nurse Manager of the Emergency Department at North Mississippi Health Services, where she leads a team of more than 140 professionals providing high-quality, compassionate care. With over 13 years of experience in emergency nursing, she is deeply committed to improving patient outcomes, supporting staff development, and fostering a culture of excellence and resilience. A Certified Emergency Nurse and active ENA member, she is currently pursuing her Family Nurse Practitioner certification to further enhance her clinical and leadership impact.</em></p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p><a href="https://laudio.com/">Laudio</a> empowers healthcare leaders to drive large-scale change through everyday human actions. Our AI-enhanced leader operations platform streamlines workflows for frontline leaders, strengthens interpersonal connections, and aligns C-suite objectives with frontline efforts, boosting operational efficiency, employee engagement, and patient experience. Laudio makes it possible for patients, frontline workers, and health system leaders to thrive together. Discover how at www.laudio.com.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:06:32 -0600 Webinars /education-events/Practical-Leadership-Approaches-to-Nurse-Burnout <div><strong>November 5, 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Small Shifts, Big Impact: Practical Leadership Approaches to Nurse Burnout</strong></p><p>Nurse burnout isn't inevitable—it's addressable through targeted leadership strategies. This session moves beyond the mindset that burnout is "just part of the job" to explore evidence-based approaches nurse leaders can implement at the unit level. Learn how to identify controllable factors contributing to burnout, leverage simple data insights to understand patterns in your organization, and implement sustainable micro-interventions that fit existing workflows. Discover practical strategies that create meaningful change without overwhelming your team or budget, supported by real case examples and actionable takeaways you can start using immediately.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=bdc31d40-fa02-4307-9d63-02c9cdfdddcf">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li><strong>Identify and implement at least three evidence-based micro-interventions</strong> that address controllable burnout factors within their specific unit or department within 30 days of the session.</li><li><strong>Develop a simple measurement approach</strong> to track burnout patterns and intervention effectiveness using existing resources and workflows in their organization.</li></ol><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Greg-Coticchia-headshot.png" data-entity-uuid="cfec4d34-3b09-4d47-8729-477be86dd3db" data-entity-type="file" alt="Greg Coticchia" width="143" height="148"><br><strong>Greg Coticchia, CEO, SE Healthcare</strong></p><p><em>Greg Coticchia is a 6X CEO, professor and author with more than 30 years of experience leading organizations through innovation, growth, and change. He has founded multiple companies, guided a global software firm through a successful exit, and launched the world’s first master’s degree in product management at Carnegie Mellon University. Greg now teaches leadership and strategy at the University of Pittsburgh, drawing on his experience building teams, raising capital and bringing over 100 products and solutions to market.</em></p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p><a href="https://sehealthcaresolutions.com/">SE Healthcare</a> is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals through innovative tools and strategies that enhance well-being and foster a positive work environment. Our evidence-based programs are designed to reduce burnout, improve retention, and ensure better patient outcomes. By addressing the root causes of burnout and focusing on continuous improvement, SE Healthcare leads the way in creating healthier, more sustainable healthcare systems.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:33:31 -0500 Webinars /education-events/Going-beyond-the-smart-room <div><strong>October 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Going beyond the smart room: Empowering nursing & clinical staff with ambient technology</strong></p><p>Nurses and clinical staff are overburdened with administrative tasks. Forward thinking organizations are leveraging ambient AI technology to improve workflows and optimize interventions. Learn how leveraging ThinkAndor® empowers nursing staff with ambient AI to optimize collaboration, documentation, & observation, at scale across the enterprise. Hear from nursing executives how driving innovation can improve key metrics.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&ivd_prc_prd_key=612fa82e-ef6f-462a-b8ff-21dce27cf1dd">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ul><li>Understand how leveraging AI-first ThinkAndor® enhances care delivery and workforce efficiency by automating nursing workflows, enabling virtual nursing, and integrating seamlessly into the EHR.</li><li>Evaluate the clinical and operational outcomes achieved through AI-driven care transitions and virtual nursing, including reduced readmissions, improved discharge processes, and increased patient satisfaction.</li></ul><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Mary%20Morin.jpg" data-entity-uuid="0e403e92-14b6-4c82-8be4-d2dad100279e" data-entity-type="file" alt="Mary M. Morin" width="124" height="155"><br><strong>Mary M. Morin, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer, Andor Health, Orlando, FL</strong></p><p><em>Mary Morin, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, has over 30 years of nursing and clinical leadership experience. Before joining Andor, she served as the enterprise CNO and Senior Vice President for Sentara Health, where she led system-wide nursing operations, employee health, and clinical support services across 12 hospitals and 37,000+ employees. A retired U.S. Navy Nurse Corps Officer with 25 years of service, Mary has held multiple CNO and executive roles, including INOVA and Bon Secours. She holds degrees from George Mason University, is a Wharton Fellow. </em></p><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Noel%20Khirsukhani.jpg" data-entity-uuid="e77bc073-37b4-454b-9e94-23df481d51c6" data-entity-type="file" alt="Noel Khirsukhani" width="127" height="191"><br><strong>Noel Khirsukhani, Chief Growth Officer, Andor Health, Orlando, FL</strong></p><p><em>Noel Khirsukhani is Chief Growth Officer at Andor, where he leads revenue growth, sales strategy, and business development. He brings over 20 years of leadership experience in healthcare technology, with a focus on patient engagement, care coordination, and digital health innovation.</em></p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p>Andor Health revolutionizes clinical care through generative AI-powered virtual care experiences across the care continuum. Our virtual care experiences empower healthcare providers with actionable insights & ambient monitoring to deliver care, at scale, with proven return on investment. ThinkAndor®, the #1 healthcare AI software infrastructure for healthcare, leverages AI agents to harness generative AI unlocking data stored in various systems, including electronic medical records, biometric devices, & other signals to deliver actionable intelligence in real-time to care teams. By optimizing communication workflows, ThinkAndor® accelerates time to treatment, decreases clinician burnout, and drives better patient outcomes. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.andorhealth.com/">Andor Health</a> or follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/andorhealth/">LinkedIn</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/andor_health">Twitter</a>.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Wed, 03 Sep 2025 14:59:16 -0500 Webinars /education-events/Universal-Medication-Solution-Health-Literacy-Leadership-to-Improve-Patient-Outcomes <div><strong>October 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Universal Medication Solution: Health Literacy Leadership to Improve Patient Outcomes</strong></p><p>Low health literacy is a widespread challenge, with nine out of ten U.S. adults struggling to understand and use medical information. This communication gap leads to medication errors, non-adherence, and poor health outcomes. Join us for a webinar with Greg O’Neill, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, NPD-BC, NEA-BC, Chair of the Health Literacy Council of Delaware, who discusses the impact of health literacy on patient care and explore practical strategies — including digital tools —to improve understanding and adherence.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=270f0434-e29f-41ac-be39-70cafb512af8">Access Webinar</a> </p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ul><li>Understand the Impact of Low Health Literacy – Explore how it affects medication adherence, patient safety, and outcomes.</li><li>Leverage Leadership and Technology for Patient Education – Learn how digital tools can personalize medication instructions and reduce errors.</li><li>Implement Practical Strategies – Identify ways to integrate health literacy initiatives into clinical workflows, including caregiver involvement and bedside teaching. </li></ul><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/GregONeill_Headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="f52bb1e8-ff7e-49d8-b6c0-c54462dd2b2a" data-entity-type="file" alt="Greg O'Neill" width="128" height="160"><br><strong>Greg O'Neill, MSN, APRN, AGCNS-BC, NPD-BC, NEA-BC, Founder, Health Literacy Council of Delaware, Wilmington Del.</strong></p><p><em>As Director of Patient & Family Health Education, Greg leads the strategic plan for patient education and health literacy initiatives at ChristianaCare. He is also the chair of the Health Literacy Council of Delaware and the chair of the board of directors for Literacy Delaware. </em></p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p>FDB (First Databank) delivers clinically robust, workflow-integrated drug knowledge that is intuitive, patient-specific, and actionable, enabling more precise medication decisions at the point of care. Trusted for our rigorous quality control, deep clinical expertise, and collaborative approach, we help improve patient safety, streamline operations, and enhance health outcomes. Our comprehensive drug databases and next-generation medication decision support solutions power healthcare information systems used by the majority of hospitals, physician practices, pharmacies, payers, and beyond, impacting millions of clinicians, business associates, and patients every day. For a complete look at FDB’s solutions and services, please visit <a href="https://www.fdbhealth.com">https://www.fdbhealth.com</a>.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Wed, 27 Aug 2025 22:07:18 -0500 Webinars /education-events/Implementing-Evidence-Based-Practice-Changes-AND-Making-Them-Sticky <div><strong>September 10, 2025</strong></div><div><p><strong>Implementing Evidence-Based Practice Changes AND Making Them Sticky</strong></p><p>Clinicians must integrate evidence-based practices into patient care, including diagnostic procedures like blood cultures. However, nearly half of positive results are false due to contamination from controllable (e.g., prep errors) and uncontrollable (e.g., skin flora) factors. These errors lead to unnecessary antibiotics, complications, and nearly 1 million extra hospital days annually (NQF). This webinar emphasizes the cost of diagnostic inaccuracy and introduces a proven blood culture collection bundle that reduces contamination and supports antimicrobial stewardship. Attendees will learn how to implement and sustain best practices using change management, implementation science, and quality improvement strategies.</p><p><a class="btn btn-primary" href="https://ams.aha.org/eweb/?ahabu=AONL&Action=Add&ObjectKeyFrom=1A83491A-9853-4C87-86A4-F7D95601C2E2&WebCode=ProdDetailAdd&DoNotSave=yes&ParentObject=CentralizedOrderEntry&ParentDataObject=Invoice%20Detail&ivd_formkey=69202792-63d7-4ba2-bf4e-a0da41270555&ivd_prc_prd_key=7a08dabb-b6ce-4ccb-a34e-e7c053a320a8">Access Webinar</a></p><h4>Learning Outcomes:</h4><ol><li>Analyze current challenges and best practices in diagnostic stewardship, including antimicrobial resistance and blood culture sampling, to improve healthcare quality and patient safety.</li><li>Apply principles of Implementation Science, Quality Improvement, and Change Management to effectively initiate, assess, and sustain evidence-based practices in clinical settings.</li></ol><h4>Presenters</h4><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Tammy%20Johnson%20Headshot.jpg" data-entity-uuid="29b9937a-aa43-426c-9170-d1c33c002bca" data-entity-type="file" alt="Tammy Johnson" width="174" height="174"><br><strong>Tammy Johnson, RN, BS, CPM, Associate Vice President, Clinical Strategy & Customer Relations, Magnolia Medical Technologies, Inc. San Diego, CA</strong></p><p><em>Tammy brings over 30 years of nursing experience and two decades of leadership in the medical device industry, with a focus on improving standards of care to reduce patient harm and healthcare waste. She is a recognized national speaker on infection prevention and vascular access, and holds degrees in nursing, business, and healthcare management.</em></p><figure><p><img src="/sites/default/files/inline-images/Chris%20Dillinger_0.jpeg" data-entity-uuid="698ea77f-4fdc-4550-8d6c-392a06a47fc0" data-entity-type="file" alt="Chris Dellinger" width="173" height="173"></p></figure><p><strong>Chris Dellinger, MBA, BSN, RN, FAEN, Director Emergency, Trauma and ICU Services, WVU Medicine Camden Clark Medical Center, Parkersburg, WV</strong></p><p><em>Chris Dellinger is the 2025 immediate past president of the Emergency Nurses Association, with over two decades of leadership and clinical experience in emergency nursing, trauma, and critical care. She is dedicated advocate for nurse education and safety, and has been recognized on numerous occasions for her leadership and service to the profession.</em></p><h4>ĐÓ°ÉÔ­´´ the Sponsor</h4><p><a href="https://www.magnolia-medical.com">Magnolia Medical Technologies</a> develops, manufactures, and markets innovative blood and bodily fluid collection devices to improve the accuracy, consistency, and predictability of critical laboratory tests. The company invented and patented the Initial Specimen Diversion Technique® (ISDT®) and Initial Specimen Diversion Device® (ISDD®) to prevent blood culture contamination.</p><p>Magnolia Medical has built a robust intellectual property portfolio with nearly 200 issued patents and over 50 additional patent applications pending encompassing hundreds of devices and integrated diagnostic concepts and embodiments. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.magnolia-medical.com">www.magnolia-medical.com</a>.</p><h6>*AONL Industry Insights Webinars are opportunities for companies to share their industry knowledge and/or solutions to industry challenges. AONL does not support or endorse the products or services. Contact hours are not available for AONL Industry Insights Webinars.</h6></div> Fri, 25 Jul 2025 14:35:17 -0500 Webinars