


Feb. 27-29, 2020 — Dallas, Texas
A Maximum of 12.5 Contact Hours are Available!
To receive contact hours, participants must attend at least 80% of the activity, sign in, and return a completed evaluation.
What Happens at the Workshop?

Breakout sessions for every OO & SOE for Magnet® and every OO & EOP for Pathway to Excellence®

Learn practical strategies for success

A must for any CNO or MPD new to Magnet® or Pathway® Journeys

Mentoring opportunities for MPDs and writing teams
Location

The Hilton Antole
2201 North Stemmons Fwy.
Dallas, TX 75207
Mention this event when making reservations to be placed in our discounted block of rooms.
Registration & Reservation Includes
$20 food credit per person
Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres during Meet & Greet
Breakfast & lunch each day
Register Today!
You are entitled to a free consultation with your registration! Use the link in your Confrimation Email to sign up for a time while you’re at the workshop.
Meet Your Presenters
Schedule Overview
Thursday, Feb. 27
Evening Meet & Greet
Friday, Feb. 28
Breakout Sessions
Saturday, Feb. 29
Program Pillars
Friday, Feb. 28
Time
Session
7:30am
Registration and Continental Breakfast
Gather in Lobby/designated breakfast area; comprehensive agendas will be provided on-site.
8:00am
Introductions and Welcome
Gina Boring, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Kristin Whitehead, DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC
8:15am
MAGNET
Organizational Overview
Mary Clarke, PhD, RN-BC, NE-BC
8:15am
PATHWAY
Organizational Overview
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
9:00am
MAGNET
Transformational Leadership
Marilyn Pearson Morales, PhD, RN-BC
9:00am
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 1
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
10:15am
Break
10:15am
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 2
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
10:30am
MAGNET
Structural Empowerment
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
11:15am
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 3a
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
12:00pm
Lunch
1:00pm
MAGNET
Exemplary Professional Practice
Marilyn Pearson Morales, PhD, RN-BC
1:00pm
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 3b
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
1:15pm
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 4
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
2:30pm
Break
2:15pm
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 5
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
2:45pm
MAGNET
Exemplary Professional Practice
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
3:15pm
Break
3:30pm
MAGNET
New Knowledge, Innovations, and Improvements
Mary Clarke, PhD, RN-BC, NE-BC
3:30pm
PATHWAY
The Journey to Excellence: Elements of Performance One Element at a Time, Part 6
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
4:30pm
Closing Comments and Evaluation
Gina Boring, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Kristing Whitehead, DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC
Saturday, Feb. 29
Time
Session
7:30am
Magnet® & Pathway®
Gather in Lobby/designated breakfast area; comprehensive agendas will be provided on-site.
8:00am
Welcome
Gina Boring, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Kristin Whitehead, DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC
8:15am
MAGNET
From Writing and Editing through Submission Panel Discussion
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Marilyn Pearson Morales, PhD, RN-BC
Mary Clarke, PhD, RN-BC, NE-BC
PATHWAY
Capturing The Journey: Writing to the Intent of the EOP
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
9:15am
MAGNET
Site Visit Planning and Hosting
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Marilyn Pearson Morales, PhD, RN-BC
PATHWAY
Final Destination: Survey Validation Preparation
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
10:15am
Break
10:30am
MAGNET
Nursing Research Requirements
Mary Clarke, PhD, RN-BC, NE-BC
PATHWAY
Destination Hot Spots and Hot Topics
Holli Roberts, DNP, RN
Theresa McGuire, MSN, RN-BC
11:30am
Lunch
12:30pm
The People on the Bus. Leading the Team: Role of the CNO, Program Director, Steering Committee, and Champions
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
1:30pm
Creating a Culture of Professional Practice
Marilyn Pearson Morales, PhD, RN-BC
2:30pm
Break
2:45pm
Demonstrating Excellence through Quality Indicators: Patient Outcomes, RN Satisfaction, Patient Satisfaction
Katherine Riley, MSN, RN, NE-BC
3:30pm
Closing Comments and Evaluation
Gina Boring, MSN, RN, NE-BC
Kristing Whitehead, DNP, MBA, RN, NE-BC
Bring your manual with you, no materials will be provided
Register Today!
You are entitled to a free consultation with your registration! Use the link in your Confrimation Email to sign up for a time while you’re at the workshop.
Walden University is an accredited institution that has been serving the higher education needs of working professionals for 50 years. We have a proven track record in collaborating with health systems, hospitals, and nursing associations around the world. With 80+ degree programs, including our CCNE-accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN), Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs, Walden supports nurses looking to advance their education. Visit WaldenU.edu/Healthcare to learn more.
This session is jointly provided by Walden University and HealthLinx. The planners and presenters of this nursing continuing professional development activity disclose that there are no relevant financial relationships (those held by the planner or significant other, currently or within the last 12 months) with commercial interests.
Walden University is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Centers Commission on Accreditation.
The baccalaureate degree program in nursing (BSN), master’s degree program in nursing (MSN), and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) program at Walden University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (http://www.ccneaccreditation.org). Officially recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education as a national accreditation agency, CCNE is an autonomous accrediting agency contributing to the improvement of the public’s health. CCNE ensures the quality and integrity of baccalaureate, graduate, and residency programs in nursing.
Planning Committee



Cheryl Christ-Libertin
DNP, CPNP-PC, RN-BC, NE-BC

Tomekia Luckett
PhD, RN

George Zangaro
PhD, RN, FAAN

Jolynn Howell
Territory Manager
