Elsevier Faculty Development Conference 2015

In these challenging times, nurse educators are faced with many demands as the volume of health science information explodes, agencies demand highly competent graduates, and technology tools rapidly change our techniques for teaching.

As nurse educators are bombarded with increased expectations and demands for curriculum change they face faculty shortages and rapid turnover. Effective interactive teaching strategies to efficiently move students from knowledge based learners to high level thinkers is vital to achieving program success. Join us to learn from nurse educators who are making an impact on student and program outcomes. Enjoy the beautiful surroundings of Scottsdale, meet colleagues from across the nation working with similar challenges, and find innovative solutions for you and your institution.

Highlights of the Program

Powerhouse Keynote Speaker: Sue B. Hassmiller, PhD, RN, FAAN, RWJF Senior Advisor for Nursing.

Nationally Recognized Speaker/Author: Jo Ann Webb, RN, MHA, AONE Senior Director of Federal Relations and Policy.  

Speaker Kathleen Bartholomew, MN, RN, has been called one of the most important voices in Nursing. Her dynamic speeches, radio and television appearances, and news media editorial contributions, inspire and encourage everyone to understand the power of culture. From the bedside to the boardroom she challenges health care leaders to protect patients with research based presentations woven with narratives that resonate strongly with her audiences.

Powerhouse Endnote Speaker, Donna Cardillo, RN, MA, CSP is The Inspiration Guru and president of DonnaCardillo.com. Known as ‘Dear Donna,’ she is a regular columnist at Nurse.com and a thought-leader on the future of nursing. Donna is an expert blogger at DrOz.com, author, entrepreneur, frequent media guest, and humorist.

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