2026 AAENP National Conference: EmergNP

Thursday September 24, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity full

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Once your registration is confirmed, you will be manually added to the attendee list of this session.

Speakers

Haley Hays

Assistant Dean WND, Specialty Coordinator Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program, University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing

Dr. Haley Hays, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, ENP-C, AGACNP-BC, serves as Assistant Dean of the West Nebraska Division, Clinical Assistant Professor, and Emergency Nurse Practitioner Specialty Coordinator at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing. In addition to her academic... Read More →

Thursday September 24, 2026 1:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

6:00pm CDT

Treating Gonorrhea Today: Guideline-Drive Care for Frontline Clinicians (Complimentary Dinner - RSVP Required)

Thursday September 24, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT

Skye Lounge (Sheraton - 28th Floor)

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Sharanie V. Sims, PharmD, MPH, BCPS, BCIDP

GSK

Thursday September 24, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Skye Lounge (Sheraton - 28th Floor)

7:00am CDT

Breakfast

Friday September 25, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am CDT
Ballroom 1 & 2 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

7:15am CDT

Business Meeting

Friday September 25, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 7:15am - 8:00am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

8:00am CDT

Welcome Remarks

Friday September 25, 2026 8:00am - 8:10am CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 8:00am - 8:10am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

8:10am CDT

Opening General Session: Navigating the Next Chapter Together

Friday September 25, 2026 8:10am - 9:00am CDT

Emergency and urgent care practice is at a turning point with new protocols, new pressures, and new expectations on NPs and SANE nurses alike. This session frames the profession's current moment as an inflection point, and makes the case that the next chapter gets written by the people in this room. It sets the tone for a conference built to hand attendees the tools, data, and community to write...
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Speakers

Rachael Frija, DNP, RN, NPD-BC, NEA-BC,

Luther Cale

Vice President, Advanced Practice Solutions, HealthStream

Friday September 25, 2026 8:10am - 9:00am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

9:10am CDT

Rock-a-bye ED: Optimizing Pediatric Sedation

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Pediatric procedural sedation can quickly become one of the most challenging moments in emergency care, requiring sound clinical judgment and a strong focus on patient safety. Through interactive case-based learning, you'll explore a practical, stepwise approach to pediatric sedation—from non-pharmacologic comfort measures and safe anxiolytic use to procedural sedation, airway management, and...
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Speakers

Mindy Johnson, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ENP-C

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

Dr. Mindy Johnson, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ENP-C, is an Assistant Professor at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. She has over 15 years of adult and pediatric emergency and critical care experience, and her academic interests include pediatric emergency care, simulation... Read More →

Leah Bergman, CRNA, DNP

Assistant Professor, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing Nurse Anesthesia Program

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

9:10am CDT

The OMI Paradigm: Give STEMI a Rest

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Not every acute coronary occlusion meets traditional STEMI criteria—and recognizing those missed presentations can have life-saving implications. This session explores the evolving Occlusion Myocardial Infarction (OMI) paradigm, highlighting ECG findings and clinical decision-making strategies that help identify patients who require emergent reperfusion despite a "STEMI-negative" ECG. Leave with...
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Speakers

Andrew Bowman, MSN, RN, ACNP-BC, ACNPC, TNS, NRP, FACCN, FAEN

Acute Care NP, Boone County Emergency Medicine

Andrew Bowman brings 44 years of EMS, ED RN & ED NP experience. He has special interests in EKG interpretation especially recognition of STEMI & subtle OMI to expedite interventions, airway interventions and resuscitation topics. He has presented to local, state, national, & international... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

9:10am CDT

"Now What" Panel Discussion: SANE & Forensic Care in Today's Reality

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This panel discussion examines the evolving landscape of forensic nursing in the wake of recent changes within the IAFN, including insights from pre- and post-survey data. Panelists will focus on what remains constant: the SANE role, the importance of evidence-based practice, and adherence to established clinical guidelines. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how to navigate...
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Speakers

The Center for Compassionate Forensic Education

Crisis Services of North Alabama

Advancing Excellence in Forensic Education

The CCFE provides high-quality, trauma-informed education that empowers professionals to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.

Liana Hill, MSc, RN, RSCN, FNE, SANE-A, SANE-P

Liana Hill is the Forensic Nurse Examiner Program Director for Crisis Services of North Alabama and the Forensic Nurse Examiner for the Cullman County Child Advocacy Center, Brooks Place, where she provides direct medico-legal care to victims of sexual and interpersonal violence... Read More →

Trisha Sheridan, DNP, WHNP-BC, SANE-A, SANE-P, FAANP, FAAN

Dr. Sheridan has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, including over 15 years as a board-certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner. She is board certified as a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for adults/adolescents and pediatrics through the International Association... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 9:10am - 10:00am CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

10:00am CDT

Break with Exhibitors & Attended Posters

Friday September 25, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

10:30am CDT

Pediatric Rashes: From Harmless to Hazardous

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Pediatric rashes are a common emergency department complaint, but distinguishing a benign illness from a life-threatening condition can be challenging. Through real-world case studies, this session will provide a practical framework for evaluating pediatric rashes by integrating history, physical examination findings, illness progression, and risk factors—not just pattern recognition. You'll...
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Speakers

Erica May, DNP, APRN, AG-ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, ENP-C

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

Drs Mindy Johnson and Erica May are Assistant Professors of Nursing at Vanderbilt University's Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program. Dr. Rachel Sweeney is the Family Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator at Auburn University School of Nursing. The trio met in graduate school, and... Read More →

Mindy Johnson, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, AGACNP-BC, ENP-C

Assistant Professor of Nursing, Vanderbilt University School of Nursing

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

10:30am CDT

Procedures & Competencies for Advanced Urgent Cares & Micro EDs

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

As advanced urgent cares and micro emergency departments continue to expand, emergency NPs are expected to perform a broader range of procedures while delivering high-quality, efficient care. This session will review the essential procedural skills and clinical competencies needed to practice confidently in these evolving settings, highlighting practical techniques, equipment considerations, and...
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Speakers

Karen “Casey” O’Connell Schill DNP, APN-C, FNP-BC, ENP-C, CEN, CFRN

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

10:30am CDT

One Bruise Counts: Applying the TEN-4-FACESp Rule in Clinical Practice

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Bruising is the most common—and often overlooked—sign of physical child abuse. This presentation introduces the TEN-4-FACESp bruising rule, a validated screening tool to help forensic nurses and Emergency nurse practitioners identify high-risk injury patterns in infants and young children. Attendees will gain practical skills to recognize concerning findings, differentiate accidental from...
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Speakers

Sarah Sharp, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P

Sarah serves as the Forensic Nurse Coordinator for Cullman and Winston Counties with Crisis Services of North Alabama. She is a dual-certified Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner for both adult/adolescent and pediatric populations and brings extensive clinical experience in providing trauma-informed... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

11:30am CDT

Pediatric GI Pearls: What Every ENP Needs to Know

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation are among the most common pediatric complaints in the emergency department—but recognizing the child with a time-sensitive surgical or medical condition requires a thoughtful approach. Using case-based discussions and evidence-informed guidelines, this session will strengthen your assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and management of pediatric...
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Speakers

Jill Ogg-Gress

Associate Professor Clinical Education Director Family Nurse Practitioner Program, Georgetown University Berkley School of Nursing

Dr. Jill Ogg-Gress is an Emergency Nurse Practitioner and an Associate Professor at Georgetown University. She is co-presenting with Dr. Carli Culjat who is also an Emergency Nurse Practitioner and an Associate Professor at the University of Nebraska Medical Center.

Carli Culjat, PhD, MBA, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, FNAP, FAAN

Nurse Practitioner, Nebraska Methodist Hospital

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

11:30am CDT

Silent but Deadly: Maternal Sepsis in Emergency Care

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Maternal sepsis is a rare but rapidly progressive emergency that requires early recognition and decisive intervention to improve outcomes for both mother and baby. Through an evidence-based review of physiologic changes in pregnancy, evolving sepsis guidelines, and real-world clinical scenarios, this session will strengthen your ability to identify subtle warning signs, initiate timely treatment,...
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Speakers

Jasmine Whitcomb, WHNP-BC

WHNP, N/A

Jasmine Whitcomb is a women's health provider with Johns Hopkins Community Physicians, where she provides compassionate, evidence-based gynecologic care to women across all stages of life. She earned her nursing degree from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, and completed her... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

11:30am CDT

PEP in Practice: Post Assault HIV Prevention

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Timely initiation of HIV post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) can have a profound impact on patient outcomes following sexual assault, making emergency clinicians a critical first point of intervention. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based review of current PEP recommendations, medication selection, initiation timelines, follow-up considerations, and patient counseling strategies....
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Speakers

Courtney Pitts, DNP, MPH, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN

Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Practice

Dr. Pitts is Associate Dean of Graduate Programs and Practice and a nationally recognized clinical professor and nurse practitioner educator. She holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University, a Master of Public Health from the University... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 11:30am - 12:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

12:00pm CDT

Exhibitors

Friday September 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

12:00pm CDT

Lunch

Friday September 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Ballroom 1 & 2 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

12:15pm CDT

Lunch & Learn Session: Hallucinations and delusions associated with Parkinson’s disease psychosis & NUPLAZID® (pimavanserin)

Friday September 25, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Note: No CE for this session.

Speakers

Leila Moore, PharmD

Medical Science Liaison, Medical Affairs, Acadia

Leila Moore, PharmD, is a Medical Science Liaison with Acadia Pharmaceuticals' Neuropsychiatry team, where she supports healthcare professional education on the early recognition and treatment of psychosis associated with neurological disorders, including Parkinson's disease. She brings 21 years of... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

12:15pm CDT

Lunch & Learn Session: Lunch & Learn Session: VALTOCO® Rapid, Reliable, and Ready Seizure Rescue for Episodes of Frequent Seizures

Friday September 25, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Note: No CE for this session.

Speakers

Sarah Weatherspoon, MD

Dr Sarah Weatherspoon is a pediatric neurologist and surgical epileptologist at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital (LBCH) and Associate Professor of Pediatric Neurology at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. In addition, she is the Associate Chief... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

1:00pm CDT

One Step Off: Evaluating the Limping Child

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

A limping child can present one of the most challenging diagnostic dilemmas in emergency care, with causes ranging from minor injuries to limb- and life-threatening conditions. Through a practical, evidence-based approach, this session will strengthen your ability to efficiently evaluate the limping child, recognize critical red flags, and differentiate common diagnoses from orthopedic,...
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Speakers

Michael Schill III, DNP, APN-C, FNP-BC, ENP-C, CEN, CFRN, MICN

Northeast Regional Lead APC, ApolloMD

Dr. Michael Schill III, DNP, APN-C, FNP-BC, ENP-C, CFRN, CEN, MICN, is Regional Lead Advanced Practice Clinician for ApolloMD's Northeast Region and an emergency nurse practitioner. With over 20 years of emergency care experience, he is a nationally recognized educator specializing... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

1:00pm CDT

The PIT Patient - Postpartum in Triage

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Postpartum patients often present with vague or unexpected symptoms, making it easy to overlook serious, potentially life-threatening complications. This session will provide a practical framework for recognizing postpartum emergencies beyond obstetric hemorrhage, including hypertensive disorders, thromboembolic disease, infection, and other high-risk conditions that require timely intervention....
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Speakers

James Goldstein, FNP-C, ENP-C

FNP-C, ENP-C, Emory University

Jamie Goldstein, MSN, MBA, FNP-C, ENP-C, ACNPC-AG (he/him/his), has extensive experience in emergency and acute care medicine. His professional interests include prehospital care, disaster medicine, and healthcare education, and he is dedicated to advancing evidence-based practice... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

1:00pm CDT

The Art of Delivering Difficult Messages

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This presentation addresses the identification and management of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in pediatric patients within the emergency and forensic care setting. Using clinical scenarios, attendees will explore age-specific considerations, appropriate testing and treatment, and the critical role of mandatory reporting when abuse is suspected. Emphasis is placed on integrating...
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Speakers

Veronica Hill

Chief Operating Officer, ThriveAP

Veronica Hill, DNP, CRNP, is the Chief Operating Officer at ThriveAP, where she oversees client success, information technology, and the development and delivery of clinical programs. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Vanderbilt University and her Doctor of Nursing... Read More →

Cory Edgar, DMSc, MPAS, PA-C

Cory Edgar, DMSc, PA-C, is a physician assistant and medical educator with more than a decade of experience in APP education and academic leadership, currently serving as the Director of Education at ThriveAP. With a clinical background in oncology, his scholarly work focuses on patient-centered... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

2:00pm CDT

Don't Get TICKed Off: The Skin Exam that Turns an ICU Admission into an ED Discharge

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

A careful skin examination can be the key to identifying tick-borne illnesses before they progress to life-threatening complications—or lead to unnecessary admissions. Through real-world cases and evidence-based guidance, this session will strengthen your ability to recognize subtle dermatologic findings, connect them to the appropriate clinical syndrome, and initiate timely treatment. You'll...
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Speakers

Toni Dobson, DNP, FNP-C, ENP-C

Nurse Practitioner, PEMA

Toni Dobson is a nurse practitioner in Chattanooga, Tennessee, who works in the pediatric and obstetric emergency departments at Erlanger Medical Center. She serves as APP education coordinator in both departments, hosts the PEM CHATT podcast, and focuses on advancing women’s healthcare... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 2:30pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

2:00pm CDT

Beyond Pajama Time: How AI Documentation Tools Can Reduce Burnout

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Documentation demands don't end when your shift does—but emerging AI tools are changing the way emergency clinicians work. This session explores how artificial intelligence can streamline documentation, reduce administrative burden, and support more efficient workflows while maintaining accuracy, compliance, and clinical judgment. You'll gain practical insights into today's AI documentation...
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Speakers

Chris Hickman, BSE, MSIS

Instructor, University of Alabama at Birmingham

Chris Hickman is an Instructor and Director of AI and Data Science Strategic Integration at the University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Nursing. His work focuses on practical AI, analytics, and informatics applications that improve clinical workflow, education, and workforce... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

2:00pm CDT

STI Identification, Management, & Reporting in Pediatric Care

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

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Speakers

Hannah Kestner, DNP, CPNP

Leanna Dugan, DNP, CPNP

Friday September 25, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

2:30pm CDT

The Alpha-2 Rollercoaster: Emergency Management of Medetomidine Overdose & Withdrawal

Friday September 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

As medetomidine increasingly emerges as an adulterant in the illicit drug supply, emergency clinicians must be prepared to recognize and manage this evolving toxidrome. Through an evidence-based review and case discussions, this session will explore the unique presentation of medetomidine overdose and withdrawal, differentiate it from opioid and polysubstance toxicity, and review practical...
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Speakers

Sharon Rainer, PhD, APRN, ENP-C, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC

Friday September 25, 2026 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

3:00pm CDT

Break with Exhibitors

Friday September 25, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

3:30pm CDT

Bugs & Drugs in Emergency Care

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Choosing the right empiric antimicrobial in the emergency department requires balancing timely treatment, evolving resistance patterns, and responsible antibiotic stewardship. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based review of empiric therapy for common infectious presentations—including respiratory, skin and soft tissue, genitourinary, and HEENT infections—while addressing...
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Speakers

Michael Gooch, DNP, APRN, CCP, FAASTN, FAANP, FAEN

Flight-Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Vanderbilt School of Nursing

Dr. Michael D. Gooch is an emergency and flight nurse practitioner and critical care paramedic with over 30 years of emergency and transport experience. He practices at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and serves as an Assistant Professor of Nursing at the Vanderbilt University... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

3:30pm CDT

Beyond the Ear Canal: A Complex Otalgic Case that Reshaped my Emergency NP Practice

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Most ear complaints in the ED are straightforward—but occasionally, a seemingly routine presentation masks a far more serious diagnosis. Through a compelling real-world case, this session will examine how subtle changes in clinical presentation, failure to improve with appropriate treatment, and evolving neurologic findings can signal high-risk otologic pathology. You'll strengthen your ability...
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Speakers

Jill Ogg-Gress

Associate Professor Clinical Education Director Family Nurse Practitioner Program, Georgetown University Berkley School of Nursing

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

3:30pm CDT

Same Injury, Different Story: Injury Recognition Across the Body

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

A laceration is still a laceration, yet its appearance can vary significantly depending on location, tissue type, and mechanism of injury. This presentation focuses on how common injuries—including lacerations, abrasions, and ecchymosis—present differently across the body, and how these variations can impact clinical and forensic interpretation. Through case-based examples, attendees will...
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Speakers

Liana Hill, MSc, RN, RSCN, FNE, SANE-A, SANE-P

Victoria Robbins, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P

Victoria (Tori) serves as a Forensic Nurse Examiner and Follow-Up Care Coordinator with Crisis Services of North Alabama. She brings more than 15 years of nursing experience, with a clinical background in pediatrics, outpatient surgery, and urgent care prior to transitioning into... Read More →

Friday September 25, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

4:00pm CDT

Impact of Targeted Intellectual Disability and Disorder Training on Clinical Competency

Friday September 25, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Patients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) experience unique challenges in the emergency department, yet many clinicians receive little formal education on providing equitable, patient-centered care for this population. This session explores practical strategies to improve communication, clinical assessment, and patient experience while highlighting how targeted education can...
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Speakers

Christy Greenhalgh, DNP, FNP, ENP, AGACNP

Assistant Professor, Samford Univeristy

Dr. Christy Greenhalgh is the ENP track coordinator and an Assistant Professor at Samford University and is an emergency room nurse practitioner in clinical practice, with more than 15 years of experience in emergency medicine.

Friday September 25, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

4:00pm CDT

Silent Emergency: Fever in the Immunocompromised Patient

Friday September 25, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

A fever in an immunocompromised patient may be the only warning sign of a rapidly progressing, life-threatening infection. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based approach to evaluating immunocompromised patients in the ED, including risk stratification, diagnostic priorities, timely antimicrobial selection, and disposition planning across a range of underlying conditions. You'll...
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Speakers

Jill Ogg-Gress

Associate Professor Clinical Education Director Family Nurse Practitioner Program, Georgetown University Berkley School of Nursing

Friday September 25, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

4:30pm CDT

SIG/Committee Meetings

Friday September 25, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm CDT

TBA

Friday September 25, 2026 4:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
TBA

5:00pm CDT

Welcome Reception & Board Meet & Greet Sponsored by ThriveAP

Friday September 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT

Friday September 25, 2026 5:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

7:00am CDT

Breakfast

Saturday September 26, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 7:00am - 8:00am CDT
Ballroom 1 & 2 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

8:00am CDT

Presidents Address

Saturday September 26, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 8:00am - 8:30am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

8:30am CDT

From Specialty to Population: Where ENP Proposal Stands

Saturday September 26, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Speakers

Jennifer Wilbeck, DNP, APRN, FAAN, FAANP

Wesley Davis, DNP, ENP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC, FAANP, FAEN, FAAN

FNP/ENP Program Director, University of South Alabama

Saturday September 26, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

8:30am CDT

Balancing the Scales- Objectivity & Subjectivity in Forensic Nursing Practice: A Panel Discussion

Saturday September 26, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

This dynamic panel presentation brings together both experienced and novice SANEs/forensic nurses to reflect on how their understanding of forensic nursing evolves from initial perceptions to real-world practice. Through candid discussion and case-based examples, panelists will explore how personal and professional biases can influence clinical decision-making, documentation, and case outcomes....
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Saturday September 26, 2026 8:30am - 9:30am CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

9:30am CDT

Break with Exhibitors & Attended Posters

Saturday September 26, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 9:30am - 10:00am CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

10:00am CDT

Spinning the Truth: Evaluation of Dizziness in the ED

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Dizziness is one of the most common—and often most challenging—chief complaints in emergency care, requiring clinicians to distinguish benign conditions from time-sensitive neurologic emergencies. Through a practical, evidence-based approach, this session will strengthen your evaluation of the dizzy patient by integrating focused history, bedside examination techniques, and clinical...
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Speakers

Tina Paulk, DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-C

DNP/EM APP Educator, Emory University

Dr. Tina Paulk, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, is Interim Specialty Director of Emory University's Emergency Nurse Practitioner Program and Lead APP Educator for Emory Emergency Medicine. She is an emergency medicine clinician, educator, and national speaker with expertise in emergency... Read More →

Paula Tucker DNP, FNP-BC, ENP-C

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

10:00am CDT

Beyond the ECG Basics: Zigs and Zags you Just Can't Miss!

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Move beyond the basics of ECG interpretation and sharpen your ability to recognize the subtle findings that can change patient outcomes. Through interactive cases and expert analysis, this session will explore high-risk ECG patterns, common interpretation pitfalls, and emerging concepts that help distinguish life-threatening conditions from more benign findings. You'll leave with practical...
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Speakers

Adam Dobbins APRN, FNP-C, ENP-C, PhD

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

10:00am CDT

Drug Facilitated Sexual Assault: Why What you Do Matters

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Brief DescriptionThis interdisciplinary presentation, led by a forensic nurse and civil attorney, uses case-based scenarios to examine the clinical and legal complexities of drug-facilitated sexual assault (DFSA). Attendees will explore the critical role of timely assessment, evidence collection, and documentation, and how these actions influence not only criminal proceedings but also civil...
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Speakers

Andrea S. Hirsch

Ms. Hirsch is a nationally recognized civil litigation attorney with more than twenty-five years of experience handling complex cases, including multi-district litigation and high stakes matters involving healthcare systems and patient harm. Her work has spanned consumer class actions... Read More →

Trisha Sheridan, DNP, WHNP-BC, SANE-A, SANE-P, FAANP, FAAN

Saturday September 26, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

11:00am CDT

Beyond the Cardiac Workup: When Elevated Troponin Masks a Toxidrome

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

An elevated troponin doesn't always point to acute coronary syndrome—and recognizing when the diagnosis lies beyond the cardiac workup can be lifesaving. Through a compelling case review, this session will explore how anticholinergic toxicity can mimic cardiac pathology, highlighting key clinical features, mechanisms of non-ischemic troponin elevation, and strategies to distinguish toxidrome...
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Speakers

Sharon Rainer, PhD, APRN, ENP-C, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

11:00am CDT

Tales From the Aircraft: Trauma Case Studies

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Every trauma patient has a story—and the most memorable cases often leave the greatest clinical lessons. Through compelling case studies from the aeromedical environment, this session will examine the critical decisions, evolving priorities, and evidence-based interventions that influence outcomes for seriously injured patients. You'll strengthen your trauma assessment and clinical...
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Speakers

Travis McCall, PhD, APRN, CCP

Assistant Professor/Flight NP, Vanderbilt School of Nursing/LifeFlight

Travis McCall is board-certified as an emergency, family, and adult-gerontologic acute care nurse practitioner. He serves as an assistant professor at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing and practices clinically as a flight nurse practitioner with Vanderbilt LifeFlight.

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

11:00am CDT

From 911 to the Courtroom: Putting the Pieces Together

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Brief DescriptionThis case-based presentation traces the trajectory of a sexual assault case from the initial 911 call through forensic examination and into the legal system, highlighting the critical role of the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) within emergency care. Emphasis is placed on injury assessment, forensic documentation, and effective collaboration across the multidisciplinary team....
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Speakers

Liana Hill, MSc, RN, RSCN, FNE, SANE-A, SANE-P

Kelvin Minton

Investigator

Investigator Minton is a member of the Huntsville Police Department in Alabama. He has been in the Special Victims Unit since 1997 investigating child and adult sexual, physical, and interpersonal violence cases. He is also a polygrapher for the department. In his spare time, he enjoys... Read More →

Saturday September 26, 2026 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

12:00pm CDT

Exhibits

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

12:00pm CDT

Lunch

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm CDT
Ballroom 1 & 2 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

12:15pm CDT

Lunch & Learn Session: Role of Suzetrigine as part of Mutimodal Therapy for Acute Pain

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Note: No CE available for this session.

Speakers

Alethea Hill, PhD, ACNP-BC, MS Pharm

Senior Medical Science Liaison, Vertex Pharmaceuticals, Incorporated

Dr. Alethea Hill is an experienced healthcare professional with nearly three decades as a nurse practitioner and academician, and nearly ten years in the pharmaceutical industry. She currently serves as a Senior Medical Science Liaison for Vertex Pharmaceuticals, focusing on pain... Read More →

Saturday September 26, 2026 12:15pm - 1:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

1:00pm CDT

General Leadership Session: Growing as a Future Leader

Saturday September 26, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT

Ready to lead—or just wondering if leadership is right for you? This session will explore the diverse paths to leadership in emergency care, from academic and organizational roles to leadership within clinical practice. You’ll examine leadership styles and individual traits, identify where your strengths and interests may fit, and consider what leadership could look like at different stages of...
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Speakers

Elda Ramirez

Saturday September 26, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

2:00pm CDT

Mastering Sedation Agents: Enhancing Medication Safety in the ED

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Sedation agents are essential in emergency care, yet many nurse practitioners routinely use only a limited subset. With ongoing supply chain disruptions, clinicians may need to rely on less familiar medications. This presentation will review both commonly used and less frequently encountered sedation agents—including benzodiazepines, etomidate, ketamine, dexmedetomidine, nitrous oxide, and...
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Speakers

Michael Gooch, DNP, APRN, CCP, FAASTN, FAANP, FAEN

Flight-Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Vanderbilt School of Nursing

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

2:00pm CDT

Crashing Fast: Rapid Recognition & Management of SCAPE

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema (SCAPE) is a true emergency where rapid recognition and early intervention can dramatically alter patient outcomes. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based approach to identifying SCAPE, differentiating it from other causes of acute respiratory distress, and initiating timely management using high-dose nitroglycerin, noninvasive ventilation,...
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Speakers

Brandi L Ganatra, DNP, AGACNP-BC

Emergency Department, Midwest Emergency Department Services

Brandi L. Ganatra, DNP, APRN, AGACNP-BC, is an Emergency Department APRN with 30 years of experience in Emergency, Critical Care, Hospital, and Pulmonary Medicine. She provides evidence-based care in a high-volume Emergency Department and advances quality improvement, patient safety... Read More →

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

2:00pm CDT

Caring without Bias: The Forensic Nurse in Suspect Exams

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Brief DescriptionThis presentation explores best practices for forensic suspect and custodial (prisoner) examinations conducted by forensic nurses, emergency department nurses, and nurse practitioners. Emphasis is placed on legal considerations, consent and warrant processes, evidence collection within critical time frames, and meticulous injury documentation, while addressing the impact of bias...
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Speakers

Sarah Sharp, RN, SANE-A, SANE-P

Saturday September 26, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

3:00pm CDT

Break with Exhibitors

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Legislative Terrace (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

3:30pm CDT

From Clinical Expertise to Scholarly Impact: Publishing, Peer Review, & Advancing Emergency APRN Practice

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Your clinical expertise has the power to influence far more than the patients you care for each day. This session will demystify the publishing and peer review process, offering practical guidance on transforming clinical experiences into scholarly work that advances emergency APRN practice. Whether you're considering your first manuscript or looking to expand your academic contributions, you'll...
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Speakers

Wesley Davis, DNP, ENP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC, FAANP, FAEN, FAAN

FNP/ENP Program Director, University of South Alabama

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

3:30pm CDT

Thinking about Thinking: Cognitive Bias, Diagnostic Accuracy, & Clinical Judgment in Emergency Care

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Even the most experienced clinicians are susceptible to cognitive biases that can influence diagnostic reasoning and patient outcomes. Through engaging cases and evidence-informed strategies, this session will explore how common thinking traps affect clinical judgment in the emergency department and provide practical techniques to recognize and overcome them. You'll leave with a stronger...
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Speakers

Tiffany Andrews, MSN, APRN, CCNS, ACNP, ENP

Clinical Instructor, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, University of Maryland School of Nursing

Tiffany Andrews, MSN, ACNP-BC, ENP-C, CCNS, is an Acute Care/Emergency Nurse Practitioner with USACS and Clinical Instructor at the University of Maryland School of Nursing. She contributed to the Emergency Nurse Practitioner Core Curriculum and Essential Procedures. Her interests... Read More →

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Melody A/B (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 2

3:30pm CDT

Beyond the Neck: Using the SHASTA Protocol to Identify Hidden Brain Injury in Strangulation

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Brief DescriptionNon-fatal strangulation is a high-risk, often underrecognized form of violence that may result in significant anoxic brain injury without visible external findings. This presentation introduces the SHASTA (Strangulation Hypoxia Anoxia Symptom TBI Assessment) protocol, a trauma-informed approach to identifying and documenting subtle neurologic symptoms often missed in traditional...
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Speakers

Liana Hill, MSc, RN, RSCN, FNE, SANE-A, SANE-P

Saturday September 26, 2026 3:30pm - 4:30pm CDT
Broadway (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 3

4:00pm CDT

How Thin is Too Thin? A review of anticoagulation medicines

Saturday September 26, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

Limited Capacity seats available

Anticoagulants are among the most commonly prescribed—and highest-risk—medications encountered in emergency care, making informed clinical decision-making essential. This session will provide a practical, evidence-based review of commonly used anticoagulants, reversal strategies, bleeding management, and key considerations for urgent procedures and trauma. You'll leave with greater confidence...
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Speakers

Michael Gooch, DNP, APRN, CCP, FAASTN, FAANP, FAEN

Flight-Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Vanderbilt School of Nursing

Saturday September 26, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
Ballroom 3 & 4 (Sheraton - 2nd Floor)

Track 1

4:00pm CDT

The Untrustworthy Normal: When "Reassuring " Labs Aren't Reassuring

Saturday September 26, 2026 4:00pm - 4:30pm CDT