August 28, 2026 to August 29, 2026
EquuSatori: Equine Assisted Learning for Healthcare Professionals
Learning that strengthens leadership, communication, and heart-centered care Through ground-based equine-assisted learning, participants are invited to slow down, engage in inward reflection, and develop self-awareness, coherence, and presence. Participants work alongside the horses as collaborative partners, receiving immediate, non-judgmental feedback that supports the development on intuition, reflective practice, and embodied awareness. [vcex_button url="https://scholarsacademy.kaiserpermanente.org/caringscience/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/08/EquuSatori-EAL-Nurses-Flyer.pdf" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Register Now[/vcex_button]
August 31, 2026
Application Deadline: ACNL 2026 Scholarships
In pursuit of its mission to cultivate nurse leaders and encourage lifelong learning, ACNL sponsors several scholarships. These include academic scholarships for nurse leaders engaged in research or pursuing graduate degrees; leadership scholarships for concentrated healthcare studies; and research scholarships for nursing practice advancements. To review eligibility requirements and apply, please use the button below. [vcex_button url="https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/3d9d46f2-5ee9-49ec-a880-c5d997783955" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Learn More[/vcex_button]
September 12, 2026 to September 13, 2026
CNOR Exam Prep and Review Course
This two-day course, held in Sacramento, is designed to prepare perioperative nurses to take the CNOR exam and demonstrate clinical competence and knowledge of practice standards. [vcex_button url="https://nursescholars.kaiserpermanente.org/cnor-exam-prep-and-review-course-flyer/" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Register Now[/vcex_button]
September 18, 2026
4th Annual NPD Summit: From Insight to Impact
Join fellow Nursing Professional Development professionals from UCSF, Stanford, UC Davis, and Kaiser Permanente for this year's NPD Summit: From Insight to Impact. This annual gathering brings together NPD professionals from across Northern California to share innovative practices, exchange ideas, and learn from leaders who are advancing the future of nursing education and professional development. To learn more about the summit and register, create a UCSF Nursing Connect account here.
September 20, 2026
Nomination Deadline: ACNL 2026 Recognition Awards
Each year, ACNL recognizes the outstanding contributions of nurse leaders in various areas, including healthcare delivery, leadership, fostering healthy work environments, and advancing education and research in nursing. Nominations are now open for the 2026 ACNL Recognition Awards—honor an outstanding colleague by submitting your nomination using the link below. [vcex_button url="https://www.cvent.com/c/abstracts/aff0ca50-92ef-4b80-87c0-1d8220c814be" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Nominate a Colleague[/vcex_button]
September 22, 2026
2026 Nursing Practice Symposium: Integrating Wound & CAUTI Prevention Strategies
Join clinicians from across Kaiser Permanente to learn evidence-based approaches for preventing pressure injuries and CAUTIs through interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation, and best practices.
September 22, 2026
Illumination Series: A Seat at the Table
Join Dr. Cole Edmonson as he discusses why nurses belong in governance roles, how board service supports communities and organizations, and what steps nurses can take to prepare for service.
September 25, 2026 to September 26, 2026
EquuSatori: Equine Assisted Learning for Healthcare Professionals
Learning that strengthens leadership, communication, and heart-centered care Through ground-based equine-assisted learning, participants are invited to slow down, engage in inward reflection, and develop self-awareness, coherence, and presence. Participants work alongside the horses as collaborative partners, receiving immediate, non-judgmental feedback that supports the development on intuition, reflective practice, and embodied awareness. [vcex_button url="https://scholarsacademy.kaiserpermanente.org/caringscience/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/2026/08/EquuSatori-EAL-Nurses-Flyer.pdf" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Register Now[/vcex_button]
September 26, 2026
Join ACNL and ANIA for a hands-on nursing symposium where bedside nurses, leaders, and informaticists explore real-world AI tools that make workflows safer, smarter, and more equitable for patients and care teams. CEUs provided by ANIA. Learn More
October 3, 2026 to October 4, 2026
Perianesthesia Exam Prep and Review
This two-day course, held in Santa Clara, is designed to prepare Perianesthesia nurses to take the Perianesthesia exams and to demonstrate clinical competence and knowledge of practice standards. [vcex_button url="https://nursescholars.kaiserpermanente.org/perianesthesia-exam-prep-and-review-flyer/" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Register Now[/vcex_button]
October 15, 2026
Abstract Submission Deadline: 2027 WIN Conference
The Western Institute of Nursing is now accepting abstracts for the 2027 WIN Conference which will be held at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle's Eastside from April 6-9. Abstracts must be not exceed 350 words and must be submitted by Thursday, October 15, 2026 to be considered. To learn more about abstract requirements please click here. To learn more about the 2027 WIN Conference please visit: 2027 WIN Conference - Western Institute of Nursing
October 17, 2026 to October 18, 2026
CNOR Exam Prep and Review Course
This two-day course, held in Santa Clara, is designed to prepare perioperative nurses to take the CNOR exam and to demonstrate clinical competence and knowledge of practice standards. [vcex_button url="https://nursescholars.kaiserpermanente.org/cnor-exam-prep-and-review-course-flyer-2/" title="Visit Site" style="flat" align="left" color="black" size="small" target="self" rel="none"]Register Now[/vcex_button]
