About this Event
2026 Nebraska Trauma Nurse Coordinator Connect
Get ready to connect and collaborate in person with fellow trauma nurse coordinators from across Nebraska! This event is all about sharing insights, building networks, and boosting your trauma program coordination skills. Topics include: DHHS updates, trauma center finance, perfomance improvement, trauma registry resources and reports, and more. CEUs will be offered.
Hotel Information
LaQuinta Inn (108 2nd Ave, Kearney, NE) is holding a block of rooms for the conference for $144.95. Please call the front desk at 308.237.4400 and request a room with the Trauma Nurse Coordinator's block before May 11, 2026.
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM
Welcome & “State of the State”
Host: Tim Wilson
🕑: 09:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote address
Host: William Sorrell, MD
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Updates from DHHS Programs
Host: Regan Blackwell
Info: Presentations on EMSC/ Pediatric Readiness, Stroke, CISM, & Trauma Education Requirements
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Break
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
PI–Examples of Common PI Issues and Ideas to Improve
Host: Katie Pierce
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Host: Moderator: Mindy Walters
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
Trauma Finance
Host: Susan Wilson
Info: Trauma center finance basics & how to get your hospital on board
🕑: 02:00 PM - 02:45 PM
Guidelines: The Next Step for Improving Your Trauma Program
Host: Renae Jacobson
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:00 PM
Break
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
ImageTrend / Registry: Tips for Effective Registry Use
Host: Seth Reher
🕑: 03:30 AM - 04:00 PM
EHS Data Systems Q& A
Host: Tim Wilson
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Regional Engagement Center, 2204 University Drive, Kearney, United States
USD 44.52
