50 Women of Influence in Nursing
The National Leadership Brunch · Inaugural Class of 2028
Honoring the Women
Shaping Nursing
50 Women of Influence in Nursing™ is a national recognition celebrating the leadership, compassion, innovation, and service of extraordinary women whose work continues to transform healthcare and inspire generations.
During Women’s History Month, we honor 50 remarkable women — from the bedside to executive leadership, academia to entrepreneurship, research to advocacy — at an elegant National Leadership Brunch in Washington, D.C.
A National Celebration of Women in Nursing
The National Leadership Brunch brings together nurse executives, leaders, educators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and advocates to celebrate the inaugural Class of 2028 — in our nation’s capital.
50 Women of Influence in Nursing
The National Leadership Brunch · Class of 2028What to expect
- Recognition of the Top 50 Women of Influence in Nursing™
- Inspiring keynote by a distinguished nurse leader
- Women’s History Month tribute & fireside conversation
- Red carpet and professional photography
- Feature in The Nurses Magazine® print & digital
Good to know
- Inaugural national recognition event
- Location: Washington, D.C.
- Date: Saturday, March 4, 2028
- Nominations are free to submit
- Self-nominations accepted and encouraged
Six Areas of Influence — Click to View Criteria
50 Women of Influence recognizes outstanding women in nursing across six areas of influence. Click any area to expand its criteria. Self-nominations are accepted and encouraged.
Who May Submit a Nomination
50 Women of Influence welcomes nominations from across the nursing and healthcare community. Peer recognition, organizational endorsement, and leadership nominations carry significant weight. All submissions are reviewed under the same standards.
How the 50 Women Are Selected
Timeline
- Nominations: Open now
- Deadline: To Be Announced
- Honorees notified: To Be Announced
- Leadership Brunch: March 4, 2028 · Washington, D.C.
Eligibility
- Nominee must be a woman in nursing or nursing education
- Open to US and international nominees
- Self-nominations accepted and encouraged
- One nomination per nominee per area
- A professional headshot is required
Nominate a Woman of Influence
Choose the area of influence first — the form guidance adapts to your selection.
50 Women of Influence in Nursing — Nomination Form
The National Leadership Brunch | Washington, D.C. · March 4, 2028
Nomination Received — Thank You!
Your nomination has been submitted successfully. You will receive a confirmation email shortly.
Select the area that best fits the nominee. Statement guidance will adapt to your choice.
Be specific — include concrete examples, outcomes, and impact. Stronger statements receive more committee consideration.
Presented by The Nurses Magazine® — 50 Women of Influence in Nursing™
