Nursing Education Conference

Ready by Design: Building Strong Foundations through Nursing Education. 2027 Annual Nursing Education Conference

Ready by Design: Building Strong Foundations Through Nursing Education 

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April 23, 2027

7:30-8:30 sunrise session
8:45-3:45 main conference

In person at University of Maryland School of Nursing
655 W Lombard Street
Baltimore , MD 21201

Three pillars: Communication, Clinical Judgement, Professionalism 


Overview:

Designed for academic and practice-based nurse educators, this highly interactive event focuses on the intentional design of learning experiences and environments that prepare nurses for success. Nursing Education (NED) Talks feature evidence-informed practices, practical strategies, and collaborative approaches that strengthen clinical judgment, communication, and professionalism. Through immersive workshops and peer-reviewed poster presentations, participants will engage with each other and explore educational practices that build strong foundations to support the development of a confident workforce.


Objectives:

  1. Examine strategies that enhance communication among students, educators, healthcare teams, and patients. 
  2. Explore evidence-based educational strategies that foster clinical judgment and decision-making. 
  3. Describe educational approaches that cultivate nursing professionalism and accountability.  
  4. Collaborate across academic and practice environments to support the nursing workforce.