NEW NURSING GRADS, ENTREPRENEURS, CLINICIANS, AND ASPIRING LEADERS – Conference 2026
AGENDA & BREAKOUT SESSIONS • May 07–09, 2026
The Nurses Magazine
📍 Westgate Lakes Resort & Spa, 9500 Turkey Lake Rd, Orlando, FL 32819
✉️ info@thenursesmagazine.com | 🌐 www.thenursesmagazine.com
Conference Welcome
| 5:00–9:00 PM |
Registration
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| 6:00–8:00 PM |
Welcome Reception
Meet fellow new nursing grads, entrepreneurs, clinicians, faculty, and aspiring leaders as
we kick off the conference and set the tone for three powerful days of learning and connection.
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Evening Program
| 8:30–11:00 PM |
Nurses Got Talent™
Hosted by The Nurses Magazine during Nurses Week at the New Nursing Grads Conference in Orlando, FL.
Nurses showcase their talents—singing, dancing, art, poetry, and performances. The purpose of
this signature event is to highlight the diverse skills of nurses, celebrate creativity,
foster connection, and demonstrate that nursing is both a passion and a professional degree.
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Plenary Session
| 9:00–10:00 AM |
Keynote Speaker
An inspiring keynote address to energize and equip new nursing grads, entrepreneurs,
clinicians, and aspiring leaders for the evolving healthcare landscape.
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Breakout Sessions
| 10:00 AM–12:00 PM |
Nurse Entrepreneurs: Turning Your Passion into a For-Profit and Non-Profit Business
Track: Career & Professional Development
Learn how to launch, market, and grow a nursing-based business or consulting practice while
balancing impact, income, and integrity.
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Safeguard Your Nursing License
Track: Career & Professional Development
Understand legal risks, documentation best practices, and protective strategies to maintain
your professional license and practice with confidence.
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From Research to Readership: How to Publish from A–Z
Track: Scholarship & Publishing
A practical guide to turning your academic or professional work into published manuscripts,
articles, and scholarly contributions.
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From Dissertation to Bestseller: Turning Your DNP Project into a Book
Track: Scholarship & Publishing
Learn how to transform your DNP project or dissertation into a compelling, publishable book
that reaches a wider audience.
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Power Hour: Resume & Interview
Track: Career & Professional Development
Craft a winning nursing résumé and sharpen your interview skills through live coaching and
mock simulations.
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Brunch & Fashion Show — “From Scrubs to the C-Suite”
| 12:30–2:30 PM |
Brunch & Fashion Show
A stylish brunch experience highlighting the journey “From Scrubs to the C-Suite,”
featuring looks that represent nursing at every level of leadership.
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Exhibit Hall
| 2:30–5:30 PM |
Exhibit Hall
Explore products, services, and career opportunities from exhibitors and sponsors committed
to supporting nurses and healthcare organizations.
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Breakout Sessions
| 10:00 AM–1:00 PM |
Hands-On Suturing Workshop for Nurse Practitioners
Track: Clinical Excellence
Step-by-step suturing techniques and guided practice designed to build confidence and
competency at the bedside and in advanced practice roles.
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Concierge Nursing 101
Track: Career & Professional Development
Learn how to launch and manage a concierge or private-duty nursing practice, including
structure, pricing, client relationships, and boundaries.
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Aesthetic Nursing: The Business and the Beauty
Track: Aesthetic & Specialized Practice
An introduction to aesthetic nursing including injectables, safety, and providing high-quality
aesthetic care.
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The Nursepreneur’s Guide to Cosmetic Practice
Track: Aesthetic & Specialized Practice
Licensing, marketing, and clinical essentials for building a sustainable cosmetic nursing practice.
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Academic Success Blueprint (All Levels)
Track: Academic Success
Learn study skills, writing strategies, and time-management tools to thrive in nursing programs
from entry-level to graduate school.
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From Burnout to Balanced Life: Reclaiming Your Energy and Purpose
Track: Wellness & Resilience
Identify signs of burnout and learn practical tools to recover, reset, and protect your mental
health across every stage of your nursing career.
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Angels in White™ Dinner
| 7:00–11:00 PM |
Angels in White™ Dinner
A celebration honoring nurses during Nurses Week. The symbolism of white highlights purity,
professionalism, and clinical excellence while recognizing the new generations of nurses
and their leadership in healthcare.
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Spiritual & Wellness
| 8:00–10:00 AM |
Spiritual Level Up Hour
Nurses reconnect with purpose, clarity, and spiritual grounding through guided reflection,
encouragement, and intentional time in community.
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Breakout Sessions
| 10:00 AM–1:00 PM |
NCLEX Mastery: Strategies for Success
Track: Clinical Excellence
Study methods, test-taking strategies, and confidence-building tools to help new graduates
pass the NCLEX and transition successfully into practice.
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Aesthetic & Specialized Practice
Track: Aesthetic & Specialized Practice
Content TBA. A focused session on advanced aesthetic and specialized nursing practice tailored
for nurses seeking to expand their clinical and entrepreneurial options.
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Self-Care Strategies for Nurses
| 12:30–1:30 PM |
Self-Care Strategies for Nurses
Wellness practices to support mental health, protect emotional well-being, and prevent burnout
in every phase of the nursing journey.
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Closing Brunch
| 1:00–2:30 PM |
Closing Brunch & Reflections
Celebrate new connections, review your key takeaways, and set your next steps before you head
home inspired, empowered, and recharged.
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