Pathways to Practice: Building Seamless Transitions into Nursing Careers

Join The Center for Health Affairs and Greater Cleveland Organization for Nursing Leadership (GCONL) for an engaging breakfast roundtable on February 14, 2025 at The Center's headquarters in Playhouse Square, located at 1226 Huron Road E, Cleveland Ohio.

Healthcare's evolving landscape presents new challenges in preparing nurses for the demands of today’s clinical settings. This panel will bring together experts from both academia and industry to explore key issues and opportunities for collaboration.

Panelists include:

• Michelle Hereford, MSHA, RN, FACHE, System Chief Nurse Executive, University Hospitals
• Dean Patricia Sharpnack, DNP, RN, CNE, NEA-BC, ANEF, FAAN, School of Nursing, Ursuline College
• Dean Wendy Batch Wilson, DNP, RN, Nursing, Cuyahoga Community College
• Dean Melissa Cole, DNP, APRN, ANP-BC, CENP, College of Health, John Carroll University
• Judy Bartel, MSN, ACHPN, CHPCA, FPCN, Chief Clinical Officer, Hospice of the Western Reserve

Who should attend?
Academic leaders, healthcare administrators, clinical instructors, and nursing professionals interested in bridging the gap between education and practice.

Registration to open in December, keep an eye out for updates!

Sponsorship

We're now accepting event sponsors! We have a variety of levels available, all with the benefit of exposure to nurse leaders and academic healthcare professionals. For sponsorship inquiries, contact Susan Todd.