Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL)

Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL) Positioning nurse leaders to create and influence the future of health care. Our members are diverse in their experience and talents.

Learn more about ACNL and join our organization, visit::
https://acnl.memberclicks.net/learn-more-about-acnl

For nearly 40 years, The Association of California Nurse Leaders has been living its vision of positioning nurse leaders to influence the future of health care. ACNL is a powerful voice for nurse leaders throughout California and serves as a statewide and national example of affecting positive change for nursing and health care by developing nurse leaders, advancing the professional practice of nursing, promoting quality and patient safety, and improving the health of California's communities. ACNL seeks the active engagement and participation of all its members. Through this collective strength, nurse leaders can best meet the needs of their organizations, clients and communities, while at the same time, advance the profession and practice of nursing. If you're a nurse leader, or aspiring to be one, ACNL is the organization for you! To learn more about ACNL and join our organization, visit::
https://acnl.memberclicks.net/learn-more-about-acnl

Join Chief Nursing Executives, nurse leaders from across the Central Region, and members of the ACNL Member Experience C...
09/17/2026

Join Chief Nursing Executives, nurse leaders from across the Central Region, and members of the ACNL Member Experience Committee for an engaging virtual roadshow!

Whether you are a charge nurse, emerging leader, informal leader, manager, director, or executive, learn how ACNL can support your leadership journey through professional development, networking, mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful connections with nursing leaders across California.

Date: Tuesday, September 22nd, 2026
Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Location: Virtual Session

Register Now! https://www.acnl.org/events #!event/2026/9/22/central-region-virtual-roadshow

09/17/2026

Dear ACNL Nurse Leaders,

We are aware of the recent developments concerning Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Organization and the ongoing investigation. Currently, it is appropriate to allow the established review process to proceed without speculation or premature conclusions. We should remain respectful of the individuals and organizations involved and recognize that matters under investigation require careful consideration of the facts and appropriate due process.

ACNL is committed to maintaining our focus on dignity and respect for diversity and will at no time tolerate disrespectful language toward any person or group. If you were impacted or need support around this matter, we can refer you to one of our wellness partners for assistance.

Professional Development Courses from University of PhoenixWe have partnered with the University of Phoenix to offer a s...
09/17/2026

Professional Development Courses from University of Phoenix
We have partnered with the University of Phoenix to offer a series consisting of five online professional development skill modules.

University of Phoenix Professional Development is an easy to use, 100%-online platform that enables employees to learn and demonstrate new, career-focused skills. Employees learn through self-led training, at anytime from anywhere, with innovative assessments that replicate real-world scenarios to help increase skill retention.

Effective Communication
Apply communication principles to articulate information relevant to audience, purpose and context

Tone and Body Language
Utilize appropriate language and tone to convey information appropriately

Active and Empathetic Listening
Apply active and empathetic listening skills to respond effectively in different business situations

EQ for the Workplace
Apply emotional intelligence practices to motivate people and achieve organizational outcomes

Leading through Difficult Times
Apply strategies to lead and focus employees in complex, disruptive and unpredictable situations

Sign-up Now! https://lnk.ink/universityofphoenix

Have you ever wished healthcare leaders better understood what nurses experience every day?The Association of California...
09/16/2026

Have you ever wished healthcare leaders better understood what nurses experience every day?

The Association of California Nurse Leaders (ACNL) in partnership with American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN) and HealthImpact are conducting a research study related to challenging and toxic leadership behaviors in the workplace. Slow Talk, a data gathering organization, will host facilitated and confidential online conversations with nurses about workplace leadership, communication, psychological safety, and healthy work environments.

We’re looking for California-based nurses who are willing to share their experiences in a confidential, guided small-group conversation. Your perspective can help inform future leadership development and organizational improvement.

What to expect:
• Guided small group conversation through the Slow Talk app
• Just under 60 minutes
• Join from your phone, wherever you can comfortably have a private conversation
• Multiple session dates available between September 15, 2026, and November 15, 2026
• Open to Licensed Registered Nurses (RNs) at all levels of nursing practice and settings

Register here:
🔗 https://lnkd.in/eppD7xm5

Registration is Open for ACNL’s 49th Annual Conference!February 7-10, 2027Monterey Convention CenterMonterey, CAWe are e...
09/16/2026

Registration is Open for ACNL’s 49th Annual Conference!

February 7-10, 2027
Monterey Convention Center
Monterey, CA

We are excited for ACNL’s 49th Annual Conference!

We are returning to the Monterey Convention Center in Monterey, CA.

Join your fellow nurse leaders for an amazing program based around Growing Together-Rooted in Purpose!

View posters and podium presentations showcasing the diversity of research and practice performed by Nurse Leaders throughout the continuum of care

Come to the ACNL Business Meeting, “The Power of WE; Resilience Grows When We Stand Together.”

And of course, join us Tuesday night for the ACNL Baxter Hillrom-sponsored party celebrating Mardi Gras. Immerse yourself in a festive atmosphere as you celebrate with colleagues and friends. Dance the night away in true Mardi Gras spirit, enjoying the colorful ambiance of New Orleans.

Presenters include:
Pre-Conference — Michelle DeStefano
Keynote — Marvelless Mark
Barb Betts
Christi Zuber
Jose D. Castillo III
Kay Kennedy
Verna Sitzer
Endnote — Donna Wright

Register Now! https://cvent.me/PNlO3O

Foundation for Leadership ExcellenceEmbassy Suites, Garden GroveNovember 16 - November 20, 2026Healthcare is evolving ra...
09/15/2026

Foundation for Leadership Excellence

Embassy Suites, Garden Grove
November 16 - November 20, 2026

Healthcare is evolving rapidly, and as a nurse leader, you need to evolve too.

Level up your leadership skills with our 5-day intensive Foundation for Leadership Excellence program. Get equipped with vital tools to master HR, customer service, quality and safety initiatives, budgeting and more.

Gain the winning formula to inspire your team and drive success in today's dynamic healthcare landscape.

Register Now! https://lnkd.in/gvJkPZc5

Twenty-five years later, the pain of September 11 still echoes in the hearts of so many.We remember the mothers and fath...
09/11/2026

Twenty-five years later, the pain of September 11 still echoes in the hearts of so many.

We remember the mothers and fathers who never came home. The sons and daughters whose futures were taken away. The friends, coworkers, firefighters, police officers, first responders, and countless innocent lives who became part of a day our nation will never forget.

We remember the phone calls that never came, the empty chairs at dinner tables, the families who had to learn how to live with a piece of their hearts missing.

But we also remember what happened in the days that followed. We remember a nation that stood together. Strangers embraced. Neighbors helping neighbors. Differences seemed smaller, and compassion mattered more than division.

That is the part of September 11 we must never lose.

Let us honor those we lost not only by remembering their names, but by remembering the humanity that brought us together. Let us choose kindness over hatred, compassion over division, and unity over fear.

For every life lost, every family changed, and every hero who ran toward danger when others ran away — we remember you.

We carry your memory with us.

Never forget. Never stop caring. Never stop standing together.

Become an ACNL InsiderACNL is looking for members to participate on our 2027 Committees!The work of ACNL is made possibl...
09/11/2026

Become an ACNL Insider

ACNL is looking for members to participate on our 2027 Committees!

The work of ACNL is made possible through the work of our committees. So, if you are a leader who is “productively neurotic, self-motivated and self-disciplined,” your professional association needs you!

To be considered for a committee beginning in February 2026, please fill out the interest form by October 25th. After that, ACNL will continue to monitor submissions until June 30, 2026 for a mid-year addition.

Note that all members interested in volunteering for an ACNL committee must complete the Committee Interest Form, even if you are currently on a committee.

Apply Now! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6Q33V9P

Please join us for our free 3-part webinar series for Western States Simulation Alliance faculty and subscribers featuri...
09/09/2026

Please join us for our free 3-part webinar series for Western States Simulation Alliance faculty and subscribers featuring Dr. Jasline Moreno, PhD, RN, CNE, CHSE-A. This summer series explores the use of Objective Structured Teaching Encounters (OSTEs) to strengthen facilitator competence, reflective practice, equitable evaluation, and workforce readiness within simulation-based education.

Through interactive discussion and practical implementation strategies, participants will examine how OSTEs can support competency-based educator development, psychologically safe learning environments, structured feedback processes, and mitigation of implicit bias in learner evaluation and facilitation practices.

Session 3
Integrating OSTEs Into Faculty Development and Workforce Readiness
Initiatives

Wednesday, September 23 | 12:00 – 1:00 PST

Description:
This session explores the broader integration and impact of OSTEs within
healthcare education and workforce development initiatives. Participants
will examine how OSTEs may support longitudinal faculty development,
reflective practice, mentorship, communication, leadership development,
and competency-based educator preparation. Discussion will include the
role of OSTEs in promoting communities of practice, supporting workforce
preparedness, and advancing simulation quality across healthcare
education settings.

The session will also explore sustainability strategies, systems thinking,
and opportunities for scholarship and innovation related to OSTE
implementation. Participants will discuss how structured feedback and
competency-based evaluation processes can contribute to ongoing
facilitator growth, organizational learning, and the development of
sustainable simulation faculty development ecosystems.

Register Here! https://web.cvent.com/event/3aa834f9-a1d6-4bab-9755-83c6f828712c/summary

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