Jack Uldrich

Today’s rapidly changing health care environment provides many opportunities and challenges! As a nurse leader, you are constantly compelled to optimize your effectiveness as you lead your team and design new systems to deliver quality patient care.

ACNL’s 2017 Annual Conference provides you with the information, insights and resources to elevate your skills and soar to new heights as a nurse leader. You’ll be empowered and energized as you learn from renowned presenters and share ideas and best practices with colleagues.

Set in magical Disneyland, ACNL’s 2017 Conference features an outstanding program to benefit nurse leaders at all levels. The following pages contain conference highlights. For complete details about presenters, topics and conference activities, and to register online, visit the ACNL website at: www.acnl.org.

ACNL Conference Objectives● ● Analyze the major technological trends

transforming health care today and in the future.

● ● Describe the value of engaging patients and families across the care continuum.

● ● Examine the negative impact on caregivers of sustained exposure to trauma and suffering.

● ● Discuss current issues and challenges impacting California’s nurse leaders.

● ● Develop strategies to articulate the affirmative value of nursing.

● ● Explore innovation in nursing practice and leadership.

● ● Identify and refine your personal leadership style to increase your influence and effectiveness.

Riding the Winds of ChangeC. Duane Dauner, FACHE President and CEO California Hospital Association

A nationally recognized health policy leader, Duane Dauner is a key player in political systems at the local, state and national levels. Join him for a provocative analysis of the recent election and the ramifications for health care organizations, patients and communities.

The Wind Beneath Our Wings: Patient and Family EmpowermentLibby Hoy Founder and CEO Patient and Family Centered Care Partners

Libby Hoy is a leader in establishing sustainable structures for engaging patients and families as advisors to inform system design and improvement efforts. She explores the power of engaging patients and families in their own care as well as improving outcomes in health care delivery.

Industry Partner ShowcaseACNL’s industry partners will display and discuss state of the art products,

services, equipment, technology, education and much more. Visit the Exhibit Hall to learn about the latest

developments in the health care industry and be eligible for prizes. A reception and raffle in the Exhibit Hall follows Monday’s

educational sessions. Don't miss this chance to win valuable prizes!

Tuesday, February 7, 2017Innovation ExpoPoster Session and ACNL Committee ShowcasePoster presentations focus on innovation and best practices in nurse leadership, patient care, nursing practice excellence, quality initiatives and much more. ACNL Committees will also highlight their work over the past year.

Transforming Trauma: Finding Your ZoneLaura van Dernoot Lipski, MSW Founder and Director Trauma Stewardship Institute

Widely recognized as a pioneer in the field of trauma exposure, Laura van Dernoot Lipski examines the damaging effects on caregivers of regularly witnessing trauma and suffering. She’ll describe concrete strategies for self-care sustainability in chaotic environments.

ACNL: Soaring to New Heights39th Annual Business Meeting Beverly Quaye, EdD, RN, CENP, FACHE, NEA-BC 2016 ACNL President

ACNL’s strategic goals, achievements and future plans will be shared with the membership. Join us in celebrating ACNL’s work and welcoming the 2017 Board of Directors. ACNL scholarships will be presented during this meeting.

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Pushing the Boundaries: Addressing Critical Issues in Nurse LeadershipModerator: Patricia McFarland, MS, RN, FAAN Chief Executive Officer, ACNL

Patricia McFarland facilitates discussions about current issues impacting nursing and health care, including a report from BRN Executive Officer Dr. Joseph Morris.

Nurse Leaders Making a Difference!ACNL Awards LuncheonJoin ACNL in honoring outstanding accomplishments in nurse leadership, patient care, community outreach and service to our organization.

Early Afternoon Breakout Sessions• ACNL’s Research Committee Presents

Evidence-Based Leadership Data

• Defeating C-Diff Through Team Accountability AND Post Discharge Call System to Reduce Readmissions

• Managing Emergency Department Bottlenecks AND How Admit/Discharge Nurses Impact Flow

• The Power of Social Media for Nurse Leaders AND Nurses and Firefighters: A Successful Collaboration

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C O N F E R E N C E H I G H L I G H T S

Sunday, February 5, 2017Pre-Conference Session

The Art of Leadership: Questioning the FutureIn this thought-provoking presentation, global futurist and author Jack Uldrich describes the art and science of framing and asking critical questions to help leaders gain the key insights necessary for confidently creating their own future.

Jack Uldrich Global Futurist and Author

Members of 2016 ACNL Committees and Circles of Giving Contributors (Nightingale, Visionary and Partner Circles) are invited to attend free of charge. For all others, Pre-Conference Session fee is $60 ($50 with early bird discount).

ACNL In ActionAll Committee MeetingCommittees will review 2016 work, orient new committee members and plan for the coming year. All ACNL members are welcome to attend.

Flying High! New Member/First Time Attendee WelcomeNew ACNL members, first-time conference attendees and nursing students are invited to attend this informative event designed to help you maximize your conference experience. Meet members of the ACNL Board, Member Experience Committee and colleagues.

A Glimpse of CubaPresident’s ReceptionJoin ACNL President Beverly Quaye as we celebrate our accomplishments and ACNL’s upcoming trip to collaborate with health care leaders in Cuba. Enjoy cocktails and light appetizers while networking with colleagues and friends. Attire for this celebration is cocktail dressy.

Monday, February 6, 2017Keynote AddressJack Uldrich Global Futurist and Author

Future-Proofing Healthcare: Tomorrow’s Transformational Trends TodayIn this riveting presentation, renowned futurist and author Jack Uldrich reveals ten significant technological trends destined to transform health care in the world of tomorrow. He identifies concrete actions health care organizations can implement today to create a successful future.

Soaring to New Heights in Nurse Leadership!Sheila Antrum, MHSA, RN, NEA-BC President and Chief Nursing Officer UC San Francisco Medical Center

A seasoned and successful leader, Shelia Antrum shares her inspiring journey from bedside to boardroom. She will challenge you to stretch yourself as a leader by transforming translatable skills into opportunities for growth and development.

Beverly QuayeSheila Antrum C. Duane Dauner Libby Hoy Laura van Dernoot Lipski

Mary FoleyPatricia McFarland

Dr. Joseph Morris

Amy GarciaSoar to New Heights as a Nurse Leader!

Attend ACNL’s 2017 Annual Conference! Donna Hartley

ACNL’s 39th Annual Conference

C O N F E R E N C E P R E S E N T E R S

Late Afternoon Breakout Sessions• Beginning the Journey to Best Practice

• Creating and Sustaining a Healthy Work Environment

• Succession Planning AND New Graduate Nurse Float Pool

• Intervention Discharge Team AND Restoring a Positive Nursing Culture in Times of Change

Annual Conference CelebrationCo-Sponsored by ACNL and Hill-Rom

Travel is the theme as ACNL and Hill-Rom invite you for an evening of fun, food, music and camaraderie with your peers. Come dressed in tourism-related attire or representing a country or culture. Prizes awarded for best costumes.

MORE DETAILS AND

ONLINE REGISTRATION

AT: WWW.ACNL.ORG

Join Us at the Magical Disneyland® Hotel!1150 West Magic Way Anaheim, CA 92802

Beautiful Disneyland® Hotel is located just steps from the downtown Disney District and a short walk to both Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park. Enjoy the spirit and wonder of Disneyland® while enhancing your leadership skills at ACNL’s Conference.

Special room rate for the conference is $189.

Book your room online at: http://disneyurl.com/GDAB17A

For questions or further assistance, contact Pat Zollman of HelmsBriscoe 928-252-3544; pzollman@helmsbriscoe.com

This rate available until January 18, 2017 or until the room block is sold out, so don’t delay.

This link can also be used to purchase discount tickets to Disneyland® Park and Disney California Adventure® Park.

H I G H L I G H T S C O N T I N U E D

Wednesday, February 8, 2017Scaling the Mountain of Big DataAmy Garcia, MSN, DNP, RN, CENP Director and Chief Nursing Officer Cerner Corporation

Amy Garcia explores the use of big data to drive innovation in nursing and patient care. She shares strategies for substantiating and articulating the affirmative value of nursing to expand the voice and influence of our profession.

Reaching the Summit: CALNOC’s 20 Years of SuccessMary Foley, PhD, RN, FAAN Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation UC San Francisco School of Nursing Board Member, Collaborative Alliance for Nursing Outcomes (CALNOC)

2016 marks CALNOC’s 20th anniversary as the first database registry of nursing sensitive indicators. Mary Foley describes CALNOC’s major achievements and shares insights into the evolving work to eliminate hospital acquired conditions.

Rising Above Adversity: A Journey to TransformationDonna Hartley Author and Inspirational Speaker

Survivor of a fiery plane crash, Donna Hartley tells her inspirational story of conquering change and achieving transformation through triumph over adversity. She will help you adopt an action plan to create favorable outcomes through fulfilling goals.

Up, Up and Away!

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITProvider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider No. 02110 for 14 contact hours.

American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

This activity has been submitted to the Western Multi-State Division for approval to award contact hours. The Western Multi-State Division is accredited as an approver of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

Arizona, Colorado, Idaho, and Utah Nurses Associations are members of the Western Multi-State Division of the American Nurses Association.

For more information regarding contact hours, contact ACNL at 916-779-6949.