About this Event
Join nurses, nursing students, and healthcare professionals for an evening of education, networking, celebration, and community.
This event includes two experiences in one night:
• ATL Nurse Expo – Education, panel discussions (A variety of Nurse Practitioners, Certified Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), Nurse entrepreneus, and more), and networking
• HIPAA Night – The social celebration for nurses, including dancing, networking, CODE SPELL & NurseBINGO
Hosted by the Atlanta Nurses Foundation, a nonprofit organization supporting the nursing community.
Agenda
🕑: 05:00 PM - 05:05 PM
Opening
Host: Ro Jett MSN, RN
Info: Overview:
Welcome guests and introduce the Atlanta Nurses Foundation
Purpose of the ATL Nurse Expo
Brief overview of the program and panelists
🕑: 05:05 PM - 05:20 PM
Nursing Without Limits: Bicoastal Nursing
Info: Navigating nursing across the coasts and different healthcare systems. Expanding your nursing career beyond traditional roles. Lessons from building a national nursing brand.
🕑: 05:20 PM - 05:35 PM
The CRNA Career Pathway
Info: Transitioning from RN to CRNA. What CRNA school looks like? Salary outlook and lifestyle. Advice for nurses interested in anesthesia.
🕑: 05:35 PM - 05:50 PM
Family Nurse Practitioner Pathway
Info: The role of the FNP in primary care. Patient populations and practice settings. Autonomy and scope of practice. Tips for nurses considering the FNP route
🕑: 05:50 PM - 06:05 PM
Specialized Nurse Practitioner Careers
Info: PNP (Pediatric Nurse Practitioner) | WHNP-S (Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Student) | PMHNP (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner)
Topics:
Specialty-specific patient populations. Differences in clinical training and certification. Career opportunities within specialty practice. Advice for choosing the right NP specialty
🕑: 06:05 PM - 06:15 PM
Spotlight Session: Nursing Influence & Entrepreneurship
Info: Using social media responsibly as a nurse. Building a personal brand in healthcare. Leveraging influence for education and advocacy. Creating opportunities beyond traditional roles6:15
🕑: 06:15 PM - 06:25 PM
Closing: Ask the Experts
Info: All panelists participate. Open floor.
Topics:
Advice for nursing students and new nurses. Navigating burnout in healthcare. Entrepreneurship and leadership in nursing. The future of advanced practice nursing. Audience questions encouraged.
🕑: 06:20 PM - 06:30 PM
Dinner Service
🕑: 06:30 PM - 06:35 PM
Atlanta Nurses Foundation Scholarship Announcement
Info: Recognition of the 2026 Nursing Student Scholarship Winner. Photo moment and congratulations.
🕑: 06:35 PM - 06:40 PM
Closing Remarks of ATL Nurse Expo
Info: Thank panelists, sponsors, and attendees. Encourage networking. Vendor Viewing
Invitation to remain for HIPAA Night (7:00PM – 11:30 PM)
🕑: 07:00 PM - 11:30 PM
HIPAA Night
Info: Guests arrive, music playing, bar open.
Light refreshments and appetizers available.
Guests mingle, take photos, and connect with other nurses and healthcare professionals.
🕑: 08:00 PM - 08:30 PM
CODE Spell
Info: Interactive spelling challenge featuring medical terminology, medications, and disease names.
Audience engagement encouraged. CASH Winner!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
585 Wells St SW, 585 Wells Street Southwest, Atlanta, United States
USD 0.00 to USD 89.17
