The American Nurses Foundation (ANF), the philanthropic arm of the American Nurses Enterprise, in partnership with UKG and Scottsdale Institute (SI) is delighted to invite you to attend this SPECIAL 90-minute Roundtable on November 4th from 3 – 4:30 pm CT.
Join us for the capstone event of our transformative three-part series on Technology Innovation and Nurse Well-Being. As we gather in the month of ‘Giving Thanks’, we celebrate the remarkable contributions of nursing professionals who are shaping healthcare’s digital landscape while prioritizing their own well-being and that of their colleagues.
This action-oriented “How To” Roundtable brings together nurse leaders, innovators, and technology champions to share practical insights, proven strategies, and implementable solutions that bridge the gap between cutting-edge innovation and real-world application.
Opening Remarks:
Nanne Finis, RN, MS, Chief Nurse Executive, UKG
Janet Guptill, FACHE, CPHIMS, President & CEO, Scottsdale Institute
Moderator:
Oriana Beaudet, DNP, RN, FAAN, Vice President of Nursing Innovation, American Nurses Enterprise
Panelists:
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Murielle Beene, DNP, MBA, MPH, MS, PMP, RN, NI-BC, FAMIA, FAAN, Senior Vice President & Chief Health Informatics Officer, Trinity Health
- Nida Al-Ramahi, MHA, Vice President, Business Transformation Office, SSM Health
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Caroline Mascarenhas, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, Vice President & Chief Nursing Officer, Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital
- Dr. Bradley Goettl, Chief Nursing Officer, American Nurses Enterprise
Discussion Themes:
- What’s New, What Now – Nurses Providing Critical Input – Explore how nurses are driving technology development from concept to deployment. Nurses contribute clinical expertise to design user-centered healthcare technologies, lead pilot programs and usability studies, implement new systems with workflow integration focus, and measure outcomes to drive continuous innovation.
- Health Policy Influences – Navigate the complex and fast-paced changing landscape of healthcare policy and its impact on technology adoption. Understanding regulatory frameworks shapes digital health initiatives while leveraging policy changes advances nurse-led innovation projects. Building coalitions influences policy decisions that support nursing practice and addresses privacy, security, and compliance considerations.
- 2026 Playbook – Practical Strategies and Tactics You Can Implement – Concluding our Roundtable, we will publish ‘take home’ actionable approaches you can consider for immediate implementation.
Why Attend: This culminating roundtable offers a unique opportunity to:
- Connect with fellow nurse innovators and thought leaders
- Gain practical, implementable strategies tested in real healthcare environments
- Share your own experiences and learn from diverse perspectives
- Build your network of technology-focused nursing professionals
- Leave with a concrete action plan for your organization
This November, as we give thanks for the dedication and innovation of nursing professionals, join us in charting the course for healthcare’s digital future – one where technology serves both patients and the nurses who care for them.