Conference Lectures - Nursing Leadership Conference 2026 USA
Abstract Title: Hypothyroid Management Pearls
Abstract: Although hypothyroidism is the most common thyroid presentation in terms of prevalence and incidence, adequate clinical management remains elusive for most patients and healthcare providers. This conversation will focus on providing pearls that can be used towards compliance management of the disease. A review of evidence-based practice resources will be used to help establish practice algorithms.
We will then focus on initial clinical presentations, impact of co-morbidities, diagnostics, and therapeutics using patient-based scenarios as examples to provide a framework for clinical practice.
Biography of presenting author – Dr. Wane has a PhD in Nursing Science as well as a master’s degree from University of South Florida and is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with undergraduate degrees in Nutrition and Nursing from Brooklyn College and Downstate Medical Center College of Nursing. After 32 years in academia, Dr. Wane is now focused on the role of Nurse Consultant. Dr. Wane is a SME and contributor to nursing textbooks, continues to serve as an editorial board member and peer reviewer for several journal publications, member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor society and a CCNE site evaluator.
Abstract Title: Research Progress on Nursing and Quality of Life in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease: A Bibliometric Analysis (2005–2025)
Affiliation: Department of Gastroenterology, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University, Chongqing, China
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Background: Understanding and improving quality of life (QoL) in patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a growing focus in nursing research. However, a comprehensive overview of research trends and hotspots over the past two decades is lacking.
Objective: To systematically analyze global research trends, hotspots, and emerging directions in nursing and QoL for IBD patients from 2005 to 2025 using bibliometric methods, providing evidence to guide nursing practice and future research.
Methods: Publications from January 2005 to December 2025 were retrieved from the Web of Science Core Collection and related databases using the keywords “inflammatory bowel disease,” “quality of life,” and “nursing.” Bibliometric analyses, including publication trends, core journals, countries/institutions, international collaboration, keyword co-occurrence networks, and thematic evolution, were performed using R software and visualization tools.
Results: A total of 499 articles were included, showing a fluctuating but overall upward trend in publications. The United Kingdom, the United States, and China were leading contributors. Influential journals included Gastroenterology Nursing, Journal of Crohn’s and Colitis, and Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. King’s College London was the most productive institution. Research mainly focused on mental health, disease management, and nursing interventions. High-frequency keyword clusters included “psychosocial support,” “symptom management,” “continuity of care,” “nutritional intervention,” and “self-efficacy enhancement.” Early studies emphasized medication adherence, whereas recent research has shifted toward digital health, multicultural care, and economic burden impacts. Interdisciplinary collaboration has strengthened across nursing, gastroenterology, and public health, though developing countries remain underrepresented. Keywords “quality of life,” “inflammatory bowel disease,” “depression,” and “anxiety” emerged as research hotspots.
Conclusion: Nursing research on IBD patients’ QoL has evolved from single-symptom management to multidimensional, interdisciplinary interventions. Psychosocial support and continuity of care are current priorities. Future research should enhance international collaboration, develop AI-driven precision nursing strategies, and address disparities in healthcare resource allocation affecting long-term outcomes and follow-up.
Keywords: Inflammatory Bowel Disease; Quality of Life; Nursing; Psychosocial Support
Biography of presenting author : Youjia Ma, RN, is Associate Head Nurse of the Department of Gastroenterology at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Chongqing Medical University. She specializes in nursing leadership, quality improvement, and AI-enabled nursing management. As a certified IBD specialist nurse and RNCE-PICC nurse, she has led multiple clinical innovation and patient safety initiatives recognized at the national level. She has published over 20 peer-reviewed articles, including SCI-indexed papers, and actively mentors nursing students in innovation and leadership development. Her current work focuses on empowering frontline nurses through digital transformation and evidence-based management strategies.
Speaker: Miss. Ying Bi
Affiliation: Department of General Surgery, Chenjiaqiao Hospital, Shapingba District, Chongqing, China.
Abstract: Objective To investigate the status of anticipated stigma in patients with permanent intestinal ostomy after colorectal cancer surgery and analyze its influencing factors. Methods From January to March 2025, a convenience sampling method was used to select 356 patients with permanent intestinal ostomy after colorectal cancer surgery from a Grade A tertiary cancer hospital in Chongqing. Surveys were conducted using the General Information Questionnaire, Anticipated Stigma Scale, and Existential Distress Scale. Results The average score of anticipated stigma was 3.00 ± 0.64, and the average score of existential distress was 3.63 ± 0.63. Anticipated stigma was positively correlated with existential distress (r = 0.445, P < 0.001). Multiple linear regression analysis showed that marital status, course of disease, medical payment method, and existential distress were influencing factors of anticipated stigma (P < 0.05). Conclusion Patients with permanent intestinal ostomy after colorectal cancer surgery experience a moderately high level of anticipated stigma and a moderate level of existential distress. Higher levels of anticipated stigma are associated with increased existential distress. Clinical nursing staff should implement targeted interventions based on the related influencing factors to reduce anticipated stigma and existential distress, improve postoperative psychological status, and enhance patients’ quality of life.
Biography of presenting author: Bi Ying studied nursing at Central South University in China and completed her undergraduate education. Subsequently, she worked at the Affiliated Cancer Hospital of Chongqing University and Chongqing Shapingba District Chenjiaqiao Hospital successively, serving as the head nurse of the gastrointestinal surgery department. She has also published two nursing papers in national journals.
Abstract Title: Improving the Impact of the “Women Relays” Health Mediation Program on Perinatal Health in Isolated Territories of French Guiana.
Affiliation: Scientific project manager at the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM), France
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Background : Pregnant women living in remote areas of inland French Guiana often experience limited access to prenatal follow-up and postnatal support due to a shortage of perinatal health professionals. To address this issue, the Perinat Guyane network implemented a health mediation program called “women relays”, which relies on trained patient-experts from local communities to facilitate communication and improve access to care. This study aimed to identify barriers, facilitating factors, and potential improvements to optimize the program’s impact on perinatal health.
Methods : A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured interviews with midwives who had worked or were currently practicing in the isolated municipalities of Maripasoula, Grand-Santi, and Papaichton. Due to cultural and linguistic barriers limiting direct data collection from the local population, interviews were also conducted with women relays involved in the program.
Results : Key facilitating factors included the effectiveness of health mediation, the role of women relays in translation and transportation, and the positive impact on pregnancy follow-up. However, several barriers were identified, including insufficient communication between stakeholders, limited training opportunities for women relays, and the absence of a clearly defined framework. Suggested improvements included better information for midwives, clearer guidelines, strengthened training, and the appointment of a women relay in Cayenne.
Conclusion : The “women relays” program appears to positively influence pregnancy care in remote areas of French Guiana. Strengthening communication, training, and organizational structure could further enhance its impact.
Keywords : health mediation, perinatal care, French Guiana, barriers, midwives.
Biography of presenting author Rami Nadji is a general practitioner who graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of Constantine. He also holds three Master’s degrees (Master 2) in public health from the universities of Paris, Tours, and Nancy. He currently works as a scientific project manager in Paris at the French National Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM). He participated last year in scientific presentations at conferences in France, French Guiana, Réunion Island, Thailand, and South Africa.
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The Quiet Challenges of Being an Empathetic Leader – Empathy is often celebrated as a leadership superpower—and it is. But what we talk about far less are the challenges that come with leading through empathy.
Empathetic leaders carry more than just goals and metrics. They carry people’s concerns, stress, ambitions, and sometimes their disappointments. Listening deeply takes emotional energy. Holding space for others while still making tough decisions requires balance and resilience. One of the hardest parts? Knowing that empathy doesn’t always mean agreement. You can understand someone fully and still have to say no. You can care deeply and still need to prioritize the organization, the team, or long-term outcomes over short-term comfort.
Another challenge is boundaries. Empathetic leaders are often the first people others turn to—but without clear limits, empathy can turn into emotional overload or burnout. Leading with compassion also means modeling self-care and knowing when to step back. Yet despite these challenges, empathy remains essential. It builds trust, psychological safety, and loyalty. It creates teams that feel seen, valued, and motivated to do their best work.
Empathy in leadership isn’t about being soft, it’s about being human, intentional, and courageous enough to lead with both heart and clarity.
What challenges have you experienced—or observed—when it comes to empathetic leadership?
Biography of Deborah McDaniels-Jolly
With more than 35 years of clinical experience in the healthcare industry, I have established a reputation as a strategic and visionary leader committed to transforming healthcare delivery. My career encompasses diverse settings, including critical care, oncology, and ambulatory services, where I have consistently prioritized organizational reliability and member experience. My leadership journey demonstrates a track record of success, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care in dynamic environments. I am a dedicated, results-oriented, value-driven empathetic leader that fosters professional collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Affiliation: School of Nursing, George Washington University, Ashburn, VA, USA
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This study examines the feasibility and acceptability of a culturally tailored psychosocial intervention designed to support chronic pain management among Korean Americans in the community. Addressing a critical gap in culturally relevant pain care for Asian American populations, the study focuses on understanding participants’ lived experiences and perspectives following completion of the program.
Using qualitative methods, in-depth interviews were conducted with participants to explore multiple aspects of their engagement with the intervention, including satisfaction, participation, perceived relevance, facilitators and barriers, cultural considerations, and suggestions for improvement. The findings highlight how participants experienced the program as a meaningful and, in many cases, transformative approach to managing chronic pain. Key benefits included increased self-efficacy, validation through shared experiences, and improved communication about pain. Participants also valued the biopsychosocial framework and the availability of organized, practical resources.
Several factors supported engagement, including the convenience of a community-based setting, the provision of actionable pain management strategies, and the creation of a safe, supportive environment by facilitators. At the same time, cultural barriers—such as hesitancy to express emotions and stigma surrounding pain, particularly among men—were identified as challenges to full participation.
Overall, the study demonstrates that the intervention is both feasible and highly acceptable among Korean American participants. The findings underscore the importance of culturally tailored, community-based approaches in addressing chronic pain disparities and provide insights to guide future program refinement and implementation.
Biography of presenting author:
Hee Jun Kim, an associate professor, studies racial and ethnic disparities in pain sensitivity and chronic pain. Her research focuses on identifying underlying mechanisms driving these differences across diverse populations. She previously led a National Research Foundation of Korea–funded study on multidimensional correlates of chronic pain among Asians with rheumatic diseases and has conducted multi-center, cross-cultural studies on young adults’ mental health and nursing simulation education. She received an R21 grant from the National Institute of Nursing Research to address chronic pain disparities among Asian Americans through a culturally tailored psychosocial intervention within the Korean American community.
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Aim: This study aimed to explore and describe the cohesion challenges that the multicultural nursing team of a cardiac centre in a designated hospital in Saudi Arabia experienced. Background: The World Health Organization predicts a huge global shortage of nurses by 2030. Healthcare services will have to recruit nurses from other countries. Internationally recruited nurses’ poor understanding of their colleagues’ and patients’ cultural backgrounds may lead to cohesive challenges in teams to the detriment of quality patient care. Methods: A descriptive qualitative design was applied. Face-to-face interviews were done with 15 participants (five nurse managers and ten nurses), their ages ranging between 30 and 50 years. They were from different countries and cultural backgrounds. One open-ended question was used ‘What cohesion challenges does the multicultural nursing team of the cardiac centre experience, and what support should they get from management to overcome these challenges?’ A thematic data analysis was done. Results: Cohesion challenges were experienced due to poor communication, the exclusion of members in decision making, a lack of meaningful team-building events and limited introduction of newly appointed members. The diversity of the team led to the alienation of some members, and the internationally recruited nurses felt that they were expected to conform to the expectations of the Saudi members. Conclusions: The participants did not appreciate the benefits of multicultural teams and only focussed on the challenges that they experienced to function as a cohesive unit. The participants wanted to be respected, acknowledged and valued as team members. Implications for nursing and health policy: Managers should invest in cultural competence training, the enhancement of communication practices and the encouragement of trust among members to ultimately improve team cohesion.
Kaminie Govender is an accomplished Nurse Manager at the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with over 20 years of experience in nursing leadership, clinical management, public health, and healthcare quality improvement. She is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Nursing at the University of Pretoria, following the successful completion of her Master’s degree in Nursing Management.
Throughout her career, Ms. Govender has held several leadership positions across South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and Africa, including Regional Health Manager with the United States Peace Corps. Her expertise spans nursing leadership, patient safety, workforce development, research, and multicultural healthcare management.
As a member of the Youth Community Board, Ms. Govender is committed to supporting the next generation of healthcare professionals by promoting leadership, mentorship, innovation, and community engagement. Her passion for empowering young professionals and advancing excellence in nursing makes her a valuable addition to the board.
Presentation Title: The Nurse Who Owns the Space™: How Artificial Intelligence is Creating the Next Generation of Nurse Leaders, Educators, Entrepreneurs, and Innovators
Author(s):
Nina M. Stevenson, RN
Founder & CEO, N.I.N.A Institute
Nina Nurses
AINC – Artificial Intelligence Nursing Credential and Accreditation Board
Smart Nursing
Certified Artificial Intelligence Nurse Consultant
1960 Del Paso Road Sacramento, California, United States
Presenting Author Details:
Current Designation/Job Title: Registered Nurse, Nurse Educator, Certified Artificial Intelligence Nurse Consultant, Founder & CEO
Name to include in certificate: Nina M. Stevenson, RN
Affiliation to include in certificate: N.I.N.A Institute
Country to include in certificate: United States
Email: Nina@ninanurses.org
Contact Number: 916-389-4535
LinkedIn: Nina M. Stevenson, RN
The nursing profession is experiencing unprecedented challenges, including workforce shortages, increasing documentation demands, clinician burnout, and rapidly evolving healthcare technologies. At the same time, artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming nearly every aspect of healthcare delivery. While discussions surrounding AI often focus on automation and
job displacement, a more significant opportunity exists: empowering nurses to become leaders, innovators, educators, entrepreneurs, and architects of the future healthcare system.
This presentation introduces The Nurse Who Owns the Space™, a leadership framework that encourages nurses to embrace artificial intelligence as a tool for innovation, efficiency, and professional growth. Drawing upon real-world experiences as a registered nurse, healthcare entrepreneur, nurse educator, continuing education provider, author, and Certified Artificial Intelligence Nurse Consultant, the presenter demonstrates how AI can amplify nursing expertise rather than replace it.
The session explores practical applications of AI across nursing practice, education, leadership, public health, workforce development, and healthcare innovation. Participants will learn how AI-powered tools can support clinical decision-making, enhance patient education, streamline administrative tasks, improve educational outcomes, and create new opportunities for nurse-led innovation. Real-world examples will demonstrate how nurses can leverage AI to increase productivity, reduce documentation burden, expand educational reach, and improve patient-centered care.
Additionally, the presentation introduces the Five Rights of AI Leadership, an ethical framework designed to guide responsible AI integration while preserving human oversight, compassion, accountability, and patient safety. Through case studies and future-focused insights, attendees will gain practical strategies for leading digital transformation initiatives within healthcare organizations.
As healthcare enters a new era of technological advancement, nurses have a unique opportunity to shape the future rather than simply adapt to it. This presentation challenges participants to reimagine the possibilities for nursing leadership and provides a roadmap for becoming innovators in the next generation of healthcare.
Nina M. Stevenson, RN, is a Certified Artificial Intelligence Nurse Consultant, nurse educator, entrepreneur, author, and founder of Nina Nurses Continuing Education. With more than 28 years of healthcare experience, she has worked across clinical practice, nursing education, leadership, public health, and healthcare innovation. She is the creator of the AI Nurse Consultant™ program and author of Smart Nursing: How AI is Transforming Healthcare. Nina teaches healthcare professionals worldwide how to responsibly integrate artificial intelligence into patient care, education, leadership, and business while empowering nurses to become innovators and leaders in the future of healthcare.
Presentation Category:
Oral Presentation – In-Person
Abstract Topic/Scientific Session:
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare Nursing Leadership
Healthcare Innovation
Digital Health Transformation
Future of Nursing Practice