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

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends Today! 🚨 From looming budget challenges to new rules on what nurses can even call themselves, ...
12/24/2025

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends Today! 🚨

From looming budget challenges to new rules on what nurses can even call themselves, 2025 has been a chaotic year for nursing, and it's hard to cut through the noise.

This February, ACNL is turning up the volume on nursing leadership with our 48th Annual Nursing Leadership Conference in Rancho Mirage!

⚡ Learn how to re-energize your team with a pep talk from Keynote Speaker Charles Kunkle RN, MSN, CEN

đź’ˇ Embrace change and gain forward-thinking strategies and cutting-edge innovations from Rebecca Love RN, MSN, FIEL

🔓 Move beyond performative DEI initiatives to unlock sustainable change with Katie Boston-Leary, PhD, MBA, RN, FADLN, FAONL, FAAN,

Don't wait, early bird pricing ends today!

Register now: https://web.cvent.com/event/e4e84caf-3f7c-4f53-850f-46ad1201cd91/regPage:8d71ab97-589f-4c22-9e4c-85627b212318?utm_campaign=december&utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=facebook

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow! 🚨 One of the most underrated aspects of the ACNL Annual Nursing Leadership Conferenc...
12/24/2025

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends Tomorrow! 🚨

One of the most underrated aspects of the ACNL Annual Nursing Leadership Conference is the Exhibitor & Industry Partner Showcase on the first full day of the conference.

This year we have 69 exhibitors and industry partners joining us, with more yet to come, making this a great opportunity to network with our partners in industry and academia, learn about new tools and programs available for nurses, and of course, win fabulous prizes at the raffle!

Don’t wait, early bird registration ends tomorrow!

Register now: https://web.cvent.com/event/e4e84caf-3f7c-4f53-850f-46ad1201cd91/regPage:8d71ab97-589f-4c22-9e4c-85627b212318?utm_campaign=december&utm_medium=social_media&utm_source=facebook

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends in 2 days! 🚨 Don't miss nationally recognized keynote speaker Charles Kunkle RN, MSN, CEN at t...
12/22/2025

🚨 Early Bird Pricing Ends in 2 days! 🚨

Don't miss nationally recognized keynote speaker Charles Kunkle RN, MSN, CEN at this year's ACNL Annual Nursing Leadership Conference!

With humor, hard-earned lessons, and immediately usable strategies, he’ll help you rediscover your “why” and reenergize your team.

Don't wait, early bird pricing ends December 24!

Register now: https://buff.ly/GZyxDC4

12/20/2025

The CEs are great, but the end-of-conference party with a live band is always legendary!

We've had all kinds of crazy party themes, and this year, ACNL is Turning Up the Volume on Nursing Leadership, so we had to go with a Battle of the Bands theme!

Don't miss out on all the fun, click the link in our bio or check our Stories for the direct registration link!

**Early bird pricing ends December 24**

p.s. Tag a colleague in the comments that you want to hit the dance floor

The CEs are great, but the end-of-conference party with a live band is always legendary!We've had all kinds of crazy par...
12/19/2025

The CEs are great, but the end-of-conference party with a live band is always legendary!

We've had all kinds of crazy party themes, and this year, ACNL is Turning Up the Volume on Nursing Leadership, so we had to go with a Battle of the Bands theme!

Don't miss out on all the fun, register now: https://buff.ly/n58qXBB

**Early bird pricing ends December 24**

p.s. Tag a colleague in the comments that you want to hit the dance floor with!

ACNL is turning up the volume on nursing leadership with our 48th Annual Nursing Leadership Conference in Rancho Mirage!...
12/18/2025

ACNL is turning up the volume on nursing leadership with our 48th Annual Nursing Leadership Conference in Rancho Mirage!

⚡ Learn how to re-energize your team with a pep talk from Keynote Speaker Charles Kunkle RN, MSN, CEN

đź’ˇ Embrace change and gain forward-thinking strategies and cutting-edge innovations from Rebecca Love RN, MSN, FIEL

🔓 Move beyond performative DEI initiatives to unlock sustainable change with Katie Boston-Leary, PhD, MBA, RN, FADLN, FAONL, FAAN,

Don't wait, early bird pricing ends December 24!

Register now: https://buff.ly/n58qXBB

ACNL is deeply disappointed by the Department of Education's Reimagining and Improving Student Education Committee propo...
12/12/2025

ACNL is deeply disappointed by the Department of Education's Reimagining and Improving Student Education Committee proposal to exclude nursing from the definitions of professional degrees and restrict access to federal student loans.

You may read more about the proposal here:https://www.ed.gov/media/document/rise-2025-loan-limit-definitions-lily-112447.pdf

Nursing must be included in the definitions so that Federal funds can be appropriated to support nurses and their academic progression.

Under the DOE's proposed framework, post-baccalaureate nursing programs are not included in the “professional” category, which would restrict students to lower federal loan limits.

Nurses comprise the largest component of the healthcare workforce, are the primary providers of hospital patient care, deliver most of the nation's long-term care, and are in high demand in ambulatory settings[1].

ACNL supports registered nurses' academic progression to meet workforce demands in practice and academia, improving healthcare access and health outcomes. We strongly oppose the DOE proposal to omit nursing from its definition of professional degrees, which will jeopardize meeting this societal need.

Here are actions your professional organization encourages you to take:

1. Contact your Representative at https://www.house.gov/representatives/find-your-representative

2. Make your voice heard; consider signing the American Nurses Association petition: https://ana.quorum.us/campaign/professionaldegreepetition/

3. Use the AACN Take Action form letter to protect student loan access for nursing: https://www.aacnnursing.org/policy-advocacy/take-action

[1] https://www.aacnnursing.org/news-data/fact-sheets/nursing-workforce-fact-sheet

Thanks to all your Giving Tuesday donations, we're 88% of the way to our 2025 philanthropic goal of $50,000!Help us get ...
12/03/2025

Thanks to all your Giving Tuesday donations, we're 88% of the way to our 2025 philanthropic goal of $50,000!

Help us get past the finish line before the end of the year!

Your generous donation will:

Empower Nurses: Support academic and professional growth.

Strengthen Leadership: Develop the next generation of nurse leaders.

Improve Healthcare: Invest in a stronger nursing workforce.

Provide Emergency Support: Provide financial support to colleagues facing crisis.

If you’ve ever benefited from ACNL’s programs, events, mentorship, or leadership community, we invite you to join the 156 members who have already contributed to pay it forward.

Donate now: https://www.acnl.org/donations #!form/Donations

Meet our Regional Board Members, representing the San Diego Region -- Dawn Carroll, DNP, RN, NE-BC, WHNP, and Nic Breela...
11/07/2025

Meet our Regional Board Members, representing the San Diego Region -- Dawn Carroll, DNP, RN, NE-BC, WHNP, and Nic Breeland, MSN, RN, NE-BC!

Dawn is a Nurse Manager at UC San Diego, overseeing the Neuro ICU and Neuro PCU units. An ACNL member since 2014, she's served on the Philanthropy Committee and is currently the Board Liaison for the Recognition and Scholarship Committee. This is her first term on the board.

"Lead with intention, advocate boldly, and never underestimate the impact of your voice," she says. "Whether at the bedside or in leadership, your perspective is essential. Stay curious, remain compassionate, and remember—meaningful change starts with us."

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Nic is Director of Clinical & Ancillary Services at Sharp Healthcare. A newer member, he has been with ACNL for five years, quickly rising through the Health Policy Committee as a member and then co-chair. In addition to serving on the statewide ACNL Board, he is also Secretary of the San Diego ACNL Chapter.

"Get involved in a professional organization," he advises his fellow nurses. "It isn't just about networking - it's about shaping the future of nursing and amplifying your impact. Your voice can strengthen our profession, and open doors for those who follow."

Starting tomorrow!During the month of November, new members will receive a special discounted rate on their first year o...
11/07/2025

Starting tomorrow!

During the month of November, new members will receive a special discounted rate on their first year of ACNL membership.

Use code ACNL2025 to receive $35 off your first year of membership!

Enjoy amazing benefits like:

* discounts on our educational and CEU offerings
* opportunities for networking, mentorship, and collaboration
* access to our members-only professional resources, including the research repository and health policy tracker
* and much more!

Visit acnl.org and use code ACNL2025 at checkout!

Turn up the volume on nursing leadership this February!Join your fellow nurse leaders in beautiful Rancho Mirage this Fe...
11/06/2025

Turn up the volume on nursing leadership this February!

Join your fellow nurse leaders in beautiful Rancho Mirage this February 8-11, 2026, for another exciting and engaging conference from ACNL!

Hear from renown leaders like Keynote Speaker Charles Kunkle, MSN, CEN, CCRN, BC-NA, founder of No Time To Care Solutions, a consultancy focused on giving healthcare leaders the tools they need to energize and empower bedside caregivers.

Rebecca Love, RN, BS, MSN, FIEL, Chief Nursing Officer at Quadrivia.ai, will talk about advancing nursing excellence through innovation, and Katie Boston-Leary, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FADLN, FAONL will explore how nurse leaders can move beyond performative diversity initiatives to create authentic, sustainable change within their organizations.

Turn the volume up at the end-of-program “Battle of the Bands” themed party, and bring it all home with Endnote Speaker Tara Rynders RN, MFA, BSN, BA and her presentation, When Nurse Leaders “Dare to Dance” Together.

Don’t miss plenty of other speakers, opportunities for networking, the fabulous ACNL Awards program, and much more at ACNL’s 48th Annual Conference!

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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. Our members are diverse in their experience and talents. 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://www.acnl.org