7:30 AM - 5:00 PMRelaxation Room Available
7:45 AM - 9:00 AMSponsored Breakfast Presentation: Topic & Sponsor TBD (NO CE)
9:05 AM - 10:15 AMWelcome, Opening Remarks, & Opening Keynote: TBD
10:30 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout Session TBD
10:30 AM - 12:00 PMBreakout Session TBD
12:00 PM - 1:30 PMAwards & Recognition Luncheon
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMBreakout Session TBD
1:30 PM - 2:30 PMBreakout Session TBD
2:45 PM - 3:45 PMBreakout Session TBD
2:45 PM - 3:45 PMCare of the Veteran
4:00 PM - 5:00 PMBreakout Session TBD
4:00 PM - 5:00 PMBreakout Session TBD
6:45 AM - 5:00 PMRelaxation Room Available
7:00 AM - 8:30 AMGrab & Go Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMBreakout Session TBD
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMBreakout Session TBD
9:15 AM - 10:15 AMBreakout Session TBD
9:15 AM - 10:15 AMEBP for Dummies
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMBreakout Session TBD
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMBreakout Session TBD
11:30 AM - 12:45 PMSponsored Luncheon Presentation by Neurocrine Biosciences: Topic TBD (No CE)
12:45 PM - 1:15 PMGeneral Membership Meeting
1:15 PM - 2:15 PMBreakout Session TBD
1:15 PM - 2:15 PMBreakout Session TBD
2:30 PM - 3:30 PMBuilding Resiliency in DEI: Cross Cultural Communication [Implicit Bias CE]
2:30 PM - 3:30 PMBreakout Session TBD
3:30 PM - 5:30 PMAnnual Vendor Expo
7:30 PM - 10:30 PMHalloween Party & Costume Contest!
7:30 AM - 11:00 AMRelaxation Room Available
7:30 AM - 1:00 PMDIY Flower Bar Experience Sponsored by NexCare WellBridge
8:00 AM - 9:00 AMSponsored Breakfast Presentation by Otsuka US: Topic TBD (No CE)
9:00 AM - 10:15 AMClosing Remarks & Closing Keynote: TBD
10:30 AM - 11:30 AMGeneral Session TBD
11:45 AM - 12:45 PMGeneral Session TBD
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
7:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Wheeler
 
Enter a room of tranquility to relax and decompress throughout the conference. We will supply coloring books, essential oils, and light music to encourage our nurses to unwind.
7:45 AM - 9:00 AM
Salon C/D
 
 
9:05 AM - 10:15 AM
Salon C/D
 
 
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
Davidson
 
 
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Salon C/D
 
 
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
Davidson
 
 
2:45 PM - 3:45 PM
Salon A/B
Niquette Wheeler, State of Michigan
 
Salon C/D
 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
Salon C/D
 
 
Thursday, October 23, 2025
6:45 AM - 5:00 PM
Wheeler
 
Enter a room of tranquility to relax and decompress throughout the conference. We will supply coloring books, essential oils, and light music to encourage our nurses to unwind.
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Grand Foyer
 
 
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Salon A/B
 
 
Salon C/D
 
 
9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Salon A/B
Jennifer Bender, PDI
 
Salon C/D
 
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Salon A/B
 
 
Salon C/D
 
 
11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
12:45 PM - 1:15 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
1:15 PM - 2:15 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
Salon C/D
 
 
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Salon A/B
 
 
Salon C/D
Jeremy Holloway, University of Toledo
 
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Davidson
 
 
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Salon A/B
 
  1. Costume Most Likely to Go Viral – Trendy, meme-worthy, or outrageous
  2. Most Unrecognizable – Who completely transformed themselves?
  3. Best Costume on a Budget – For standout looks made with minimal cost.
Friday, October 24, 2025
7:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Wheeler
 
Enter a room of tranquility to relax and decompress throughout the conference. We will supply coloring books, essential oils, and light music to encourage our nurses to unwind.
7:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Wheeler
 

Experience this hands-on floral design experience that combines the joy of creating with the beauty of flowers. Create your own bouquet and take it home with you to enjoy!

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Salon C/D
 
 
9:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Salon C/D
 
 
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Salon C/D
 
 
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Salon C/D
 
 

2025 Convocation Highlights!

Thursday Night Halloween Party!

Join us for an unforgettable night where resilience meets revelry! Our “You Can’t Scare a Nurse” themed reception is your chance to let loose and celebrate the strength, spirit, and sense of humor that only a Director of Nursing can bring. Enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres, a hosted bar, and hit the dance floor with DJ Casey, one of Michigan’s top party pros spinning tracks all night long.

Don’t miss our epic Costume Contest, with prizes in three fun categories:

  1. Costume Most Likely to Go Viral – Think TikTok trends, memes, and total showstoppers
  2. Most Unrecognizable – Who vanished into their character so well we had to double-check their badge?
  3. Best Costume on a Budget – Because creativity > cost

It’s going to be a blast — full of laughter, dancing, and memories you’ll be talking about until next year. Come dressed to impress, scare, or surprise — just don’t come in scrubs!

Friday Morning BYO Bouquet Bar!

Before you head home, stop by our BYO Bouquet Bar and treat yourself to a little beauty and self-care — you’ve earned it! Create your own custom floral arrangement from a gorgeous selection of fresh blooms, thoughtfully sponsored by NexCare WellBridge.

Pick your favorites, mix and match colors, and build a bouquet that’s uniquely you. It’s our way of saying thank you for all the heart, strength, and dedication you bring to long-term care — and a beautiful reminder to take a little joy with you when you go.

First come, first served — don’t miss it!