This two-day event brings nurse-led innovation to communities across Iowa, featuring inspiring keynotes, interactive workshops, and a live pitch competition. Note: Nov.19 is happening in Western Iowa and Nov. 20 is at UI Health Care in Iowa City, Iowa. Please see the event page here for up to date event details.
Nov. 19 (Western Iowa): Ignite – Hear from leading nurse innovators, including keynote speaker Judy Lenane, and take part in a hands-on Spark Session designed to fuel creativity and problem-solving.
Nov. 20 (Iowa City, Iowa): Impact – Experience the energy of nurse innovators pitching their ideas to improve patient care, hear from keynote speaker and nurse innovator Judy Lenane, followed by an awards ceremony and networking.
Whether you’re a nurse, healthcare professional, or simply passionate about advancing patient care, the Roadshow is your chance to see innovation in action and connect with changemakers shaping the future of health care.
RSVP to attend here.
Day 1: Wednesday, Nov. 19 | 11 a.m.–3 p.m. | Cherokee Regional Medical Center | 300 Sioux Valley Dr., Cherokee, IA 51012
Lunch: 11–11:30 a.m.
Welcome and About Nurse Innovators: 11:30–11:45 a.m.
Keynote – Clinical Experience and the Rural Health Impact: 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Break: 12:45–1 p.m.
Spark Session: 1–2 p.m.
Show & Tell, Closing: 2–2:30 p.m.
Networking, Coffee, and Sweets: 2:30–3 p.m.
Day 2: Thursday, Nov. 20 | 2–7 p.m. | Iowa City, Iowa | UI Health Care Medical Center Conference Room JCP 2415 (Take Elevator F to 2nd floor)
Welcome from Kim Hunter and Jon Darsee: 2–2:15 p.m.
Keynote: 2:15–3 p.m.
Nurse Innovators Pitch 3:10–5:10 p.m.
Awards, Networking, and Refreshments: 5:45–7 p.m.