Illinois Association of School Nurses

IASN Poster Presentations
2023-07-31 08:00 - 2023-08-31 17:00 (America/Chicago) | IL
SCHOOL NURSES ARE DOING TERRIFIC INNOVATIVE EVIDENCE-BASED PROJECTS, PROGRAMS, AND RESEARCH ON BEHALF OF THE BETTER HEALTH OF STUDENTS AND SCHOOL COMMUNITIES ALL ACROSS ILLINOIS! PLEASE SHARE YOUR GOOD WORK WITH THE IASN COMMUNITY WITH A POSTER PRESENTATION AT THE IASN ANNUAL CONFERENCE.
The IASN Inquiry and Innovation Committee accepts poster presentation submissions. The poster submission deadline is August 31st.
Applicants will be notified of acceptance by September 8th and the final poster in electronic format (preferred) is due by October 1st.
A poster presentation entails developing of a poster and engaging in discussion of the content with viewers. There is a reduced conference fee for accepted presenters. A Best Poster Award with a prize is awarded at the Conference! See Poster Tips below.
Content that is commercial in nature will not be approved.
IASN Poster Presentation Submission Directions
Email the following requirements to Maureen Rabbitte rabbitte21@gmail.com
• Combination Bio and Conflict of Information form – see IASN Call for Posters
• Cover letter to include:
• Title of Presentation and brief description of the project
• Name and credentials of primary presenter
• Address, email address, and contact phone number
• School district and/or organization Names and credentials of co-presenters
• Sponsor or funding source for the project or research (if applicable).
Please make sure that all requirements have been included in your submission email. Contact Maureen Rabbitte rabbitte21@gmail.com with any questions.
Poster Guidelines
Accepted electronic posters will be printed for poster presenters. A poster template is provided for your convenience on the IASN website or you may design your own poster. Posters must be in a file format that can be printed 36” by 48”. Traditional hard copy trifold poster board presentations will also be accepted.
Please see Poster Judging Criteria on the IASN website. Posters will be judged for acceptance and a Best Poster Award will be presented at the Conference.
Feel free to provide viewers with handouts of supplemental materials. Bring business cards if you have them and consider a sign-in sheet for participants to request more information. Dress professionally as if you were making an oral presentation.
Electronic Poster Tips
• Use Power Point to create the poster. You may use the provided template (see IASN website) or design your own poster. Posters need to be formatted to print size of 36” by 48”.
• Include your project title, your name, credentials, and the name of your institution.
• Choose a simple font such as Arial, Helvetica, or Prestige Elite and stick with it. See the poster template for recommendations regarding font size.
• Avoid overuse of outlining and shadowing, it can be distracting. To make something stand out, use a larger font size, bold, or underline instead.
• Keep each panel relatively short and to the point. Consider bulleted phrases instead of full sentences.
• Frame text by putting a box around to help readers focus on a standout point. Be mindful to leave enough white space so as to not visually
overwhelm the viewer.
• Whenever possible, use graphs, charts tables, figures, pictures, or lists instead of text to get your point across. Images need to be high resolution or they appear fuzzy when printed.

Understanding Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Children and Young Adults
2023-09-14 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
The American College of Rheumatology (ACR) received funding from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to implement the School Health Outreach Project (SHOP) as part of the ACR’s Lupus Initiative. IASN has been selected as a participant and we’re inviting 20 members to join us for a fully online education session titled “Understanding Systemic Lupus Erythematosus in Children and Young Adults” on September 14th at 6:30pm CST. Interested participants must complete an agreement to participate in addition to registering for the event below. Please note that you must be present for the entirety of the session and complete a posttest.
1.0 CE Available
In this presentation, you will better understand:

Signs and symptoms of lupus
Principles of the medical management of a student with lupus
Identification of populations who have a higher risk of developing lupus
Supporting a student with lupus in the school setting
Assisting a student with lupus in the transition to adulthood

Registration is required and limited to the first 20 participants.

IASN 66th Annual Conference - Building for the Future: Emergency Preparedness, Advocacy & Leadership
2023-10-20 08:00 - 2023-10-21 15:00 | Joliet Junior College, 1215 Houbolt Road, Joliet, 60431
The Illinois Association of School Nurses welcomes all nurses who work in schools and other related settings to their upcoming 66th Annual Conference. Join school nurses from across Illinois and beyond on October 20-21st at Joliet Junior College in Joliet, IL.
Location:
Joliet Junior College
1215 Houbolt Road
Joliet, IL 60431
Please report to the “U” Building. There is an abundance of free parking.
Hotel Information:
A room block has been reserved at the Holiday Inn & Suites in Joliet, IL. The block will be held until October 6, 2023. Reservations should be made by phone at the number below.
Holiday Inn & Suites Address -1471 Rock Creek Blvd, Joliet, IL 60431.
Phone – (779) 206-2915
IN PERSON REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED. ONLINE VIEWING ONLY AVAILBLE.
Conference Agenda*
Friday, October 20, 2023
9:00 am: Conference Registration Opens/Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting
9:30 am- 10:30 am: General Session – Keep them Safe: Substance Use & Opioid Prevention
Chelsea Laliberte-Barnes, Licensed Social Worker, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional
10:30 am – 11:40 am: General Session – Screenagers: Under the Influence Screening
11:50 am -12:50 pm: Lunch
12:50 pm – 1:00 pm – Break
1:00 pm -1:50 pm: Concurrent Session 1

Track A: Connection to Care: Supporting Young People’s Sexual Health Care
Cary Archer, Manager of Education and Outreach Planned Parenthood of Illinois
Track B: Free Care – Impact and Solution for School Nurses
Marina Keeton-Field MSN, RN, CPN

1:50 pm -2:00 pm: Break
2:00 pm -2:50 pm: Concurrent Session 2

Track C: Nitty Gritty Nursing
Karen Madura DNP, MPH, RN, PEL-CSN, NCSN & Eileen Moss DNP, RN, PEL-CSN, NCSN
Track D: School Nurse Advocacy: Start Where You Are
Gloria E. Barrera MSN, RN, PEL-CSN

2:50 pm – 3:50 pm: Exhibit Hall/Hotel Check-In
5:00 pm – 5:50 pm: Dinner
5:50 pm – 6:00 pm: Break
6:00 pm – 7:00 pm: Annual Meeting
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm: Awards Ceremony
8:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Dessert Reception and Poster Presentations
Saturday, October 21. 2023
8:30 am -9:30 am: Conference Registration Opens/Check-In/Exhibit Hall
9:30 am – 10:20 am: General Session – Legal Updates for School Nurses
Darcy Kriha J.D. – The John Marshall Law School Chicago
10:20 am – 11:00 am: Exhibit Hall/Poster Presentations
11:00 am – 11:50 am: Concurrent Session 3

Track A: Being an Ally
Maureen Rabbitte PhD, RN, PEL-CSN

Track B: Nitty Gritty Nursing
Karen Madura DNP, MPH, RN, PEL-CSN, NCSN & Eileen Moss DNP, RN, PEL-CSN, NCSN

11:50 am -12:00 pm: Break
12:00 pm – 12:50 pm: Lunch
12:50 pm – 1:00 pm: Break
1:00 pm – 2:30 pm: General Session – Supporting and Responding to Children Exposed to Trauma
Monica Czajkowski LPC & Theresa Valach LCSW
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm: Adjournment & Evaluations
*Session times are subject to change. You will be notified if a change occurs with a session you selected.

IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - Applying Shared Decision-Making in Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma Treatment and Management to Optimize Multidisciplinary Care
2023-11-16 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Please join IASN for a Virtual Town Hall on November 16th.
Applying Shared Decision-Making in Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Treatment and Management to Optimize Multidisciplinary Care
1.0 CE Available Upon Completion
Sponsored by: Xeris Pharmaceuticals

Program Chair & Faculty Presenter
Mehdi Hamadani, MD
Professor of Medicine
Director, BMT, and Cellular Therapy Program
Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI
TARGET AUDIENCE
This program will reach the medical oncology team, including dermatologic oncologists, general oncologists, and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals working collaboratively to provide the best care for Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma (NHL) patients.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon the completion of this program, attendees should be able to:
– Examine the latest updates in novel-targeted and imuno-therapeutic treatment approaches.
– Identify potential unique adverse events associated with novel therapeutics and implement patient-centric education, monitoring, and reporting protocols.
– Integrate best practices for patient education and communication, including strategies for discussing treatment options, concerns and monitoring for/managing adverse events.
– Establish best practices for peer-to-peer expert communication for optimal multidisciplinary care of patients with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.
ACCREDITATION STATEMENT
Med Learning Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. This CME activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Essentials.
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IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - Presentation on Down Syndrome
2024-01-09 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Please join IASN for a Virtual Town Hall on January 9th.
Presentation on Down Syndrome with Dr. Cathy DiVincenzo.
Dr. Cathy DiVincenzo is a lifelong Chicagoan and the first person in her family to graduate from college. She graduated from Rush University
Medical College, completed her residency in Pediatrics at Loyola University Medical Center, and began a career in primary care Pediatrics in
1999.
Dr. DiVincenzo became interested in working with children with Down syndrome after giving birth to her son Scott, while she was a third year medical student. Scott is a triplet, and has a healthy brother and sister. Scott had multiple health issues that are commonly associated with Down syndrome, including congenital heart disease, frequent ear infections and hypothyroidism. Dr. DiVincenzo realized she was in a
unique position of caring and advocating for children with special needs, and it became a career long focus. She volunteered her time at the Children’s Down syndrome clinic at Lutheran General Hospital for several years while continuing to run her own practice.
Dr. DiVincenzo recently retired from Kids First Pediatric Partners, the practice she founded in 2004 and grew to include seven pediatricians and four nurse practitioners. She remains committed to the care of children with Down syndrome and their families. Now that her own children are 29 years old, she has expanded her interests to the adult disability community and has recently joined the Board of Center for Independent Futures.
1.0 CE Available Upon Completion
Sponsored by: Camp One Step

Virtual Pfizer-Sponsored Program - The Complex Underlying Pathophysiology in Sickle Cell Disease and the Disease Complications
2024-02-29 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
The Complex Underlying Pathophysiology in Sickle Cell Disease and the Disease Complications
Date & Time: Thursday, February 29, 2024 – 6:30 PM Central Time
Speaker: Tina Taylor, NP
Please RSVP to your Pfizer Contact:
Lizzy Cohen: (847) 421-4467, elizabeth.cohen@pfizer.com
Jennifer Lee-Gilbert: (847) 863-7714, jennifer.lee2@pfizer.com
Kindly provide your full name, degree, specialty, address including state, and email address when registering so that you can be
confirmed. Please also provide the Meeting ID# INT-0078250 when you RSVP.
Because late arrivals may be prohibited from participating in the program, please make every effort to arrive by the designated start time.
You are expected to remain for the duration of the program.

IASN Foundation Inaugural Winter Soirée Fundraiser
2024-03-08 18:30 - 21:30 | Mattone Restaurant, 9 East 31st Street, La Grange Park, 60526
The IASN Foundation invites you to our Inaugural Winter Soirée Fundraiser at Mattone Restaurant in La Grange Park on March 8th at 6:30pm. Join us for a fun evening and to meet your new Board members. Feel free to share this invite with any supporters of IASN.
Please purchase your entry ticket by March 1st for a final head count.
Venue Address –
Mattone Restaurant
9 East 31st Street
La Grange Park, IL
CASH BAR ONLY
We hope to see you there!
Online ticket sales have closed. You may still purchase your ticket at the event. Doors open at 6:30pm.

School Nurse Hill Day 2024
2024-04-10 12:00 - 15:30 | Illinois State Capitol, 401 S. 2nd Street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
The IASN School Nurse Hill Day is an opportunity for school nurses to gather together to advocate for policy that betters school nursing and the nursing profession as a whole. This event allows school nurses to hear more about nursing issues and identify opportunities to influence healthcare policy.
There is no cost associated with attending School Nurse Hill Day.
Schedule of events –
12:00pm – Meet at the Capitol in Springfield
12:30pm – Tour the Capitol
1:30/2pm – Sit in on hearings
5:30 PM – Legislative Reception Dinner – includes registration fee
A Legislative Reception Dinner will be held later in the evening at Saputo’s in Springfield. The cost to attend is $35.
Saputo’s Address:
801 E Monroe St.
Springfield, IL 62701
Hotel Options Near the Capitol –
State House Inn
President Abraham Lincoln Inn
Candelwood Suites Springfield
Wyndham Hotel
Carpenter Street Hotel
EVENT REGISTRATION —

IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - Suicide Screening, Assessment and Safety Planning
2024-04-18 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Please join IASN for a Virtual Town Hall on April 18th at 6:30pm Central Time.
Suicide Screening, Assessment and Safety Planning
Speaker: Dr. Gabrielle Roberts, Ph.D.

1.0 CE Available upon completion.
Sponsored by Public Consulting Group.

Annual School Nurses Half Day Conference
2024-05-02 08:00 - 12:00 | IL
Thursday, May 2, 2024, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Conference will be presented via Zoom
Conference outcome: Participants will describe with detail how at least one concept or practice idea presented will be integrated into their practice and setting.
Participants will receive 3.50 contact hours for successful completion of this activity—attendance for the entire conference and completion of a post activity evaluation. Questions about continuing education contact hours should be made to: Mary Girardi MSN RN PEL-CSN at girardi6@comcast.net.
Illinois Nurses Foundation is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
SCHEDULE:
8 – 8:50 a.m. – Updates in Pediatric Epilepsy
Usha Appalaneni, MD – Pediatric Neurologist – Advocate Medical Group
8:50 – 9:00 a.m. – Break
9:00 – 9:50 a.m. – Mental Health: Aggressive Student Behaviors and How to Manage Them
Artrina Slabich-Pollak, PSY.D. – Licensed Clinical Psychologist/Supervisor – Advocate Children’s Hospital Behavioral Health
9:50 – 10:00 a.m. – Hope, Joy and Resilience–the healing power of Make-A-Wish
Dina Thachet, CCLS – Referral Outreach Manager – Referral Outreach Manager – Make-A-Wish
10:00 – 10:50 a.m. – Head Injuries: New guidelines and protocols for schools
Joshua Raven, DO Pediatric Chief Resident – Board Certified in General Pediatrics – Advocate Children’s Hospital
10:50 – 11:00 a.m. – Break
11:00 – 11:50 a.m. – Food Allergies: New treatments and management
Rachel E. Story M.D., M.P.H. – NorthShore University HealthSystem
11:50 – 12:00 p.m. – Wrap up/evaluations

Chicago Dog's Inaugural Nurse's Night with IASN
2024-05-11 16:30 - 20:00 | Impact Field, 9850 Balmoral Avenue, Rosemont, IL, 60018, United States
Impact Field
9850 Balmoral Avenue
Rosemont, IL 60018
In honor of nurse’s month, IASN is headed to a ball game for Chicago Dog’s Inaugural Nurse’s Night! Come join the fun, and be part of the parade that starts at 4:30pm. Tickets valued at $19.75, which include a food voucher (hot dog, chips, drink), are only $15 through IASN directly. Get them while they last! Everyone is welcome, bring your friends and families and help us make this a great event. Purchase your tickets here to confirm the special pricing and to sit with our group! See you there.
Thank you to our Gold sponsor Amergis Healthcare Staffing

Funds raised will support the IASN Foundation’s mission.
$15 per each ticket – each ticket also includes a FREE limited edition baseball hat!

Spot Vision Screener - Informational Session
2024-05-14 13:00 - 14:00 | IL
The Illinois Administrative Rules now allow the use of automated vision screening devices to conduct vision screening in children:

Under three years of age
Older children who cannot be screened with stereoscopic or distance tests.

The Spot Screener is one of the allowed screening devices and its use will be demonstrated by Maryellen O’Keefe-Smith from School Health Corporation at this session.
We hope you can join us!

NASN Comedy Night
2024-06-27 20:15 - 22:00 | The Second City, 1616 N Wells St, Located in Pipers Alley, Chicago, IL, 60614, United States
The IASN Foundation welcomes you to Chicago! Join us for a NASN Comedy Night on Thursday, June 27th at The Second City for a great time. Your ticket includes roundtrip private transportation on a private coach bus!

Early bird tickets are $40 dollars until May 31st.

The Second City Address:
1616 N Wells St, Located in Pipers Alley
Chicago, IL 60614
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT.

NASN 2024 - Stronger Together
2024-06-28 08:00 - 2024-07-01 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 East Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, 60601, United States
The National Association of School Nurses (NASN) welcomes you to attend NASN2024! School nurses and other school health team members from all over the world are coming together for our premiere “Stronger Together” learning event.
NASN is again offering an In-Person conference event in the Windy City and an online Virtual conference event. These events are separate events with different schedules. Here are the registration options offered and a few key points for you to consider.
In-Person NASN2024: June 28 – July 1, 2024: Join us in Chicago for an immersive conference highlighting the power of collaboration with school nurses. Our sessions, carefully curated to embody the spirit of Stronger Together, will be presented or co-presented by experienced school nurses. Diversity, equity, and inclusion will be integral to each discussion, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of relevant topics. Attendee wellness is a top priority, with activities ranging from morning workouts to mindfulness sessions designed to rejuvenate and inspire. Attendees will experience outstanding presentations, expert speakers, and a sprinkle of fun throughout the event.
Virtual NASN2024: July 8 – 10, 2024: Responding to the needs of our diverse community, we are offering a virtual option to accommodate over 1500 attendees. Flexibility is key, allowing participants to learn from anywhere at any time. Live speaker Q&A sessions, Braindate engagement, and industry-sponsored sessions will enhance the virtual experience, ensuring that valuable insights and networking opportunities are accessible to all.
NASN2024 Bundle: In-Person & Virtual: For those seeking the best of both worlds, our bundle option provides access to both In-Person and Virtual NASN2024. Attendees can double their skills, double their networking, and double their experience for a truly enriching professional journey.
LEARN MORE AND REGISTER TODAY!

IASN School Nurses Night Out
2024-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Lizzie McNeill’s, 400 North McClurg Court, Chicago, IL, 60611, United States
Illinois School Nurses- please join us for a School Nurse Night Out!
Come and share a meal and get to know your Illinois colleagues while enjoying beautiful views of the Chicago River, just a short walk from the conference site.

The legendary Lizzie McNeill’s, The only Irish bar on the Chicago River
400 NORTH MCCLURG COURT
CHICAGO, IL 60611
$40 per person includes dinner and soft beverages. Cash bar available.

2024 IASN Annual Conference - Sponsorship Opportunities
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-26 | Illinois State University
Sponsorships – 67th Annual IASN Conference
Sponsorship Packages Available
Commitment due by September 20, 2024
This conference is an opportunity for companies and organizations to exhibit services, information or products of interest to School Nurses and public health. We are inviting your organization to partner with us as a sponsor for this event.
Platinum Sponsorship $4,000

Recognition on Conference Materials, NewsBlasts & Conference Registration Page
Option to welcome Keynote Speaker and present at award ceremony
Complimentary Attendance for 4, Ribbon Cutting Photo Op
Front logo on Tote Bag
Saturday Lunch Sponsor Acknowledgement
Complimentary Exhibitor Space
*Full page advertisement in Conference Materials and Website

Gold Sponsorship $3,200

Recognition on Conference Materials, NewsBlasts & Conference Registration Page
Back logo on Tote Bag
Complimentary Attendance for 3
Complimentary Exhibitor Space
*Half page advertisement in Conference Materials

Silver Sponsorship $2,500

Recognition on all Conference Materials
Tote Bag Insert
Complimentary Attendance for 2
Complimentary Exhibitor Space
*Half page advertisement in Conference Materials

Bronze Sponsorship $2,000

Recognition on printed Conference Materials
Exhibitor Space

Advertisement Only for Community Supporters

Community supporters may partner with us via advertisement in our Conference Brochure/Website with a quarter page, half page, or full page space.
Full page $500 (two email blasts to 850+ IASN members)
Half page $350 (one email blast to 850+ IASN members)
Quarter page $200

Sponsor our Scholarship/Grant Fund Only
You have the opportunity to sponsor our IASN Foundation (501c3) scholarship and grant fund, you may do so for any donation you wish to give (minimum $350). Please note that this will not include an exhibit booth at our conference, but will gain you access to our membership through email (1) and we’ll be sure to promote your organization on our IASN Foundation webpage.
Please contact Kristy Dugan at kristy@sysconsultingsolutions.com for any questions.
If paying by check, please download and complete the fillable form and send with payment to the address listed.
Download Fillable Sponsorship Form Here

IASN 67th Annual Conference: Elevate Your Practice
2024-10-25 07:30 - 2024-10-26 15:00 | Mennonite College of Nursing – Illinois State University, Campus Box 5810, Normal, IL, 61790, United States
The Illinois Association of School Nurses welcomes all nurses who work in schools and other related settings to their upcoming 67th Annual Conference. Join school nurses from across Illinois and beyond on October 25-26th at Mennonite College of Nursing – Illinois State University in Normal, IL.
When: Friday Oct. 25th – Saturday Oct. 26, 2024
Location: Mennonite College of Nursing – Illinois State University, Normal, IL
Getting there: Park at the Bone Center lot. There are an abundance of spaces and the cost is $1.00 per hour.
Lodging:
Holiday Inn & Suites Bloomington-Airport
3202 E Empire Street
Bloomington, IL 61704
Select your room (ihg.com) or call 1-800 HOLIDAY with block code IASN.
Cutoff date for this room rate is Sept. 24th. Rates are $199+tax for Double Executive Suite and $159+tax for Standard rooms with two queen beds. 15 rooms are reserved for Thursday 10/24 and Friday 10/25.
Up to 5 CEUs available each day of the conference!
Conference Agenda*
Friday, October 25, 2024
7:30-8:15 am: Enter in the Mennonite College of Nursing Simulation Center for Registration and continental breakfast. (See Map)
8:15-8:30 am: Walk across campus to the State Farm Hall of Business Caterpillar Auditorium
8:30-8:45 am: Welcome
8:45-9:45 am: General Session – NASN Framework
Speaker: Dr. Terri Hinkley, EdD, MBA, BScN, RN, CAE
Chief Executive Officer, National Association of School Nurses
9:45-10:00 am: Break
10:00 – 10:55 am: General Session – Legal Issues: Medication Administration in Schools
Speaker: Dr. Eileen Moss, DNP, RN, PEL-CSN, NCSN
President-elect, Illinois Association of School Nurses
Teaching Assistant Professor, University of Illinois Chicago
11:00-12:00 pm: General Session – Project Adam
Speaker: Dr. Jaclyn Reider, DNP, CPNP-AC, CCDS
Project ADAM Coordinator, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago
12:00-1:00 pm: Lunch
Lower level State Farm Auditorium
1:00-2:00 pm: General Session – Advocacy
Speaker – Dr.Analia Elizalde, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PEL-CSN
Legislative Director, Illinois Association of School Nurses
Health Services Coordinator, New Trier Township High School
2:00-2:15 pm: Break
2:15-3:15 pm: General Session – Delegation in the School Setting
Speaker – Amanda Sperry DNP, RN, IL PEL-CSN, NCSN & Mary Noga RN, BSN, CS
3:15-5:00 pm: Networking, Check into hotel
5:00-6:00 pm: Appetizers/Desserts/Coffee/Water
Location: Bone Center Old Main Room
6:00-7:00 pm: Board Meeting
Location: Bone Center Old Main Room
7:00-8:00 pm: Awards
Location: Bone Center Old Main Room
Saturday, October 26, 2024
7:30-8:00 am: Arrive at Mennonite College of Nursing Simulation Center
8:00-8:45 am: Welcome and continental breakfast/Poster sessions/Exhibit Hall Opens
8:45-9:00 am: Welcome and Instructions
9:00-1:00 pm: Simulation activities/Hands on skills sessions in the care of students with complex medical needs/Emergency simulations
1:00-2:00 pm: Lunch
Lower level State Farm Auditorium
2:00-3:00 pm: General Session – Dysautonomia and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
Speaker: Dr. Ernerio T. Alborliras, MD
Pediatric Cardiologist, Congenital Heart Center, OSF Children’s Hospital of Illinois
Associate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics, University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL
Location: State Farm Auditorium
3:00 pm: Conclusion
*Session times are subject to change. You will be notified if a change occurs with a session you selected.
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IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - RESCUE Illinois Schools
2024-11-14 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Please join IASN for a Virtual Town Hall on November 14th at 6:30pm Central Time.
Session Objective: Nurses will develop a deeper understanding of the “RESCUE” program and learn how to access “RESCUE” medications for their districts if they have not already done so.
Presented by: Respiratory Health Association

Sponsored by: Neurelis Pharmaceuticals

IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - Migraine Presentation
2024-12-05 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Please join IASN for a Virtual Town Hall Migraine Presentation on December 5th at 6:30pm Central Time.
Presented by: Sarah Arndt

Sarah Arndt is the Outreach Coordinator for Migraine at School and has lived with chronic migraine herself since childhood. With a background in the healthcare non-profit world, Sarah is passionate about helping children with migraine get the support they need to thrive in school and beyond. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time in nature, cooking, and hiking with her husband and standard poodle, Mabel.
Sponsored by: Neurelis Pharmaceuticals

Once you have submitted your registration – please be sure to save the Zoom information on the confirmation page.

IASN Virtual Town Hall Meeting - NASN Resources: Where to look for What you Need & Health Education Curriculum Effectiveness and the Role of the School Nurse
2025-02-20 18:30 - 20:00 | IL
Join IASN on February 20th for a Town Hall Presentation on NASN Resources. This town hall will also include a presentation by Nursing students on Health Education Curriculum Effectiveness and the Role of the School Nurse.
Presenter: Dena L. Hinkle DNP, MEd, IL PEL-SN, NCSN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, IASN Board of Directors – Director to NASN

ZOOM information for joining the presentation will be displayed on the page after submitting registration. Please be sure to save for your records.

Celebrate Nurses Night with the Chicago Bulls!
2025-02-28 19:00 - 22:00 | United Center, 1901 W. Madison Street, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Join us on Friday, February 28th at 7:00PM for an unforgettable evening as the Bulls take on the Raptors, and we honor the incredible contributions of nurses. Families and friends are welcome to join in the celebration!
Event Details:

Game Date: February 28th, 2025
Location: United Center, Chicago
Seating: Section 310—join fellow nurses for a great view and an even better cause!

Ticket Options:

Single Ticket: $65
Single Ticket with Tumbler: $75

Each tumbler is a special keepsake to commemorate this amazing event.

Support a Great Cause:
A portion of every ticket sale will go to the Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN) Foundation to raise funds that support scholarships, grants, and professional development for school nurses. By attending, you’re not only celebrating school nurses, but also making a positive impact on the future of our specialty.
Please note that an email tied to a Ticketmaster account is required for seamless transfer of your game tickets.
Don’t wait—tickets are limited, and they’re selling fast!
Let’s make this a night to remember for all the nurses who make a difference every day.
For any questions, or more information, feel free to contact us directly. We look forward to celebrating with you and raising funds for our deserving members.

Documentary Screening - SHIFT Films - Everybody's Work: Healing What Hurts Us All
2025-03-20 18:30 - 20:30 | IL
Join IASN for an exclusive documentary screening of SHIFT Films, Everybody’s Work – Healing What Hurts Us all on March 20th.
“Everybody’s Work” uncovers the pervasive issue of racism in healthcare, revealing its harmful effects on patients and nurses alike. Through the courageous stories of nurses and patients of color across the country, this documentary challenges the belief that racism only exists if personally experienced. It urges us to confront the reality that it impacts us all.
Nurses, as trusted healthcare leaders, have the power to dismantle racial biases and promote equitable care. By fostering inclusive practices and advocating for change, they can pave the way for a healthier future. But this film also serves as a rallying cry, reminding us that healing from racism in healthcare is a collective responsibility that transcends individual professions and identities. It’s everybody’s work.
1.5 CEUs available upon completion.
Watch the film trailer below.

Registration is required to join the screening.

IASN Town Hall - The Importance of Amplifying School Nurses' Voices in the Legislative Process
2025-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | IL
Join us for a town hall that focuses on the importance of amplifying school nurses’ voices in the legislative process. We will dive into the impact of current legislation, explore the need for better policies and support, and highlight how we can advocate for stronger resources and recognition for school nurses. So, along the way, we will review the process of legislative bills and how to submit a “witness slip” to make our voices heard loud and clear!
Presented by:

Analía Elizalde DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, PEL-CSN
IASN Advocacy & Legislative Coordinator

Coffee with the IASN & Foundation Board
2025-04-26 10:00 - 11:00 | IL
Coffee with the IASN & Foundation Board
Hosted by the Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN) & the Foundation
Saturday, April 26th | 10:00–11:00 AM (CT)
Virtual – Zoom link will be accessible upon registration
Why Attend?
IASN Updates & Impact
Hear first-hand from Board members from both IASN and the Foundation about our current advocacy priorities, programs, scholarship opportunities, and what’s coming up next.
Live Q&A
Bring your questions. We’ll dedicate time to address member and student inquiries from across Illinois.
Stronger Together
Connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and help strengthen the collective voice of school nursing in our state.
Registration is free. RSVP by April 24th
“Together, Illinois school nurses are shaping a healthier future—one conversation at a time.”
—Illinois Association of School Nurses

School Nurse Hill Day 2025
2025-04-29 11:00 - 16:30 | Illinois State Capitol, 401 S. 2nd Street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
The IASN School Nurse Hill Day is an opportunity for school nurses to gather together to advocate for policy that betters school nursing and the nursing profession as a whole. This event allows school nurses to hear more about nursing issues and identify opportunities to influence healthcare policy.
Date & Time: Tuesday April 29th, 11am-4:30pm and Dinner to follow (optional).
There is no cost associated with attending School Nurse Hill Day.
Schedule of events –
11:00 am: Meet on 2nd Street on the east side of the Capitol Building. Please try to eat before you come.
Agenda –
The schedule is in process, but these are the activities planned:

Meet with our Lobbyist Debbie Broadfield
Observation from the Gallery
Tour of the Capitol
Meet with Legislators
Dinner & appetizers with available legislators – more details to come

A $35 fee is required for dinner and appetizers with Legislators.
Hotel Options Near the Capitol –
State House Inn
President Abraham Lincoln Inn
Candelwood Suites Springfield
Wyndham Hotel
Carpenter Street Hotel
EVENT REGISTRATION —

Annual School Nurses Half Day Conference
2025-05-08 08:00 - 12:00 | IL
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Conference will be presented via Zoom
Conference outcome: Participants will describe with detail how at least one concept or practice idea presented will be integrated into their practice and setting.
Participants will receive 4.0 contact hours for successful completion of this activity—attendance for the entire conference and completion of a post activity evaluation. Questions about continuing education contact hours should be made to: Mary Girardi MSN RN PEL-CSN at mjg4361@gmail.com.
Illinois Nurses Foundation is approved as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by Montana Nurses Association, an accredited approver with distinction by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
SCHEDULE:
8:00 – 9:00 a.m. – Overview of POTS – Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome
Ira Shetty, MD, Pediatric Cardiology, Electrophysiology and Adult Congenital Cardiology
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. – From the Playground to the Classroom – What Every School Nurse Needs to Know about Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis
Carolyn Zic, APRN, FNP-BC, Pediatric Rheumatology, Advocate Medical Group and the University of Chicago
10:00 – 11:00 a.m. – Understanding and Supporting the Communication and Behavioral Needs of Autistic Youth and Others with Developmental Differences
Laura Jaramillo, Ph.D. and Lori Osborne, Ph.D., Pediatric Development Center
11:00 – 11:50 a.m. – Pediatric Migraines – How Neurologists and School Nurses Can Be Partners to Improve Outcomes
Margaret Michelson, MD, Pediatric Neurology, Endeavor Health and the Chicagoland Children’s Health Alliance
11:50 – 12:00 p.m. – Reliable Health Information for parents, professionals and children at the Children’s Health Resource Center
Kathy Smart, RN MS, Coordinator

NASN Affiliate Night - Dinner at Cooper's Old Time BBQ
2025-06-28 18:15 - 19:45 | Cooper’s Old Time BBQ, 217 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 78701, United States
An Evening of BBQ, Fun & Karaoke!
Join us for a night of good food and great company on June 28th in Austin Texas!
🍽 Dinner at Cooper’s Old Time BBQ
Location: 217 Congress Ave.
Austin, TexasJust a 2-minute walk from the hotel!
Departure from hotel: 5:45 PM
Dinner service: 6:15 – 7:45 PM
Enjoy a hearty Texas-style meal featuring:
2-Meat Package – Brisket & Chicken, served with sides, iced tea, soda, and water – $47/person
Drink Options:• Beer & Wine (2 drinks) – $14/person• Beer, Wine & Well Liquor (2 drinks) – $18/person
Dessert: Choose from peach, apple, blackberry, or pecan cobbler – $5.50/person
After dinner, keep the fun going with a lively karaoke session! Whether you’re singing your heart out or cheering from the sidelines, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
🎤 Dance Dance Karaoke – Private Party
Location: 8557 Research Blvd., Suite 100Time: 8:30 – 10:30 PMTravel Time: Approx. 18-minute drive by carCapacity: Private room for up to 20 guestsCost: No fee to attend – please RSVP here.

NASN Affiliate Night - Karaoke Night
2025-06-28 20:30 - 22:30 | Dance Dance Karaoke, 8557 Research Blvd. Suite 100, Austin, TX, 78758, United States
After dinner at Cooper’s BBQ in Austin, keep the fun going with a lively karaoke session! Whether you’re singing your heart out or cheering from the sidelines, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
🎤 Dance Dance Karaoke – Private Party
Location: 8557 Research Blvd., Suite 100Time: 8:30 – 10:30 PMTravel Time: Approx. 18-minute drive by carCapacity: Private room for up to 20 guestsCost: No fee to attend – please RSVP below.

Coffee with the IASN & Foundation Board
2025-08-02 10:00 - 11:00 | IL
Coffee with the IASN & Foundation Board
Hosted by the Illinois Association of School Nurses (IASN) & the Foundation
Saturday, August 2nd | 10:00–11:00 AM (CT)
Virtual – Zoom link will be accessible upon registration
Join the Illinois Association of School Nurses and the IASN Foundation for a statewide conversation designed to inform, connect, and uplift our school nursing community
What to expect:

Timely updates from both Boards
Live Q and A with board members
Opportunities to connect and contribute to the future of school nursing in Illinois
Safe space to share ideas, etc.

Registration is FREE!
RSVP by July 31
“Together, Illinois school nurses are shaping a healthier future one conversation at a time”—Illinois Association of School Nurses

IASN Coffee & Chat with the Board
2025-09-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Wheeling High School, 900 S Elmhurst Road, Wheeling, IL, 60090 , United States
IASN would like to invite you all to Wheeling High School for a IASN Coffee & Chat with the Board!
WHEN: September 30, 2025 from 5:00PM-7:00PM
WHERE:
Wheeling High School
900 S Elmhurst Road
Wheeling IL 60090
Please enter through the main entrance.
