Name
10. Where Virtual Nursing Will Go Next in 2035
Date & Time
Monday, September 14, 2026, 9:40 AM - 10:20 AM
Speakers
Amy Hassell, RN, MSN, Chief Nursing Officer, Virtual Health Center, UCHealth
Reba McVay, MBA, MSN, RN, CNS-BC, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Center For Nursing Excellence, Wellstar Health System
Lavonia Thomas, DNP, RN, Chief Nursing Informatics and Innovation Officer, UT MD Anderson
Hiral Patel, Assistant Vice President, Innovation Activation and Enablement, Endeavor Health
Amy Hassell Reba McVay Lavonia Thomas Hiral Patel
Description

Virtual nursing is evolving rapidly, reshaping care delivery and workforce models. This panel peers into 2035, exploring emerging roles, AI integration, remote monitoring, and patient engagement innovations. Leaders discuss opportunities, challenges, and strategies for scaling virtual nursing, ensuring quality, and redefining how care teams and technology collaborate for the future of healthcare.

Location Name
Marquette (Third floor)
Full Address
Hilton Chicago
720 S Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60605
United States
Session Type
Panel
Moderated by
Francesca Mathewes, Writer/Reporter, Becker's Healthcare
Moderator Email Address
fmathewes@beckershealthcare.com
HIT + DH + RCM: Topic Tag
IT, Technology & Innovation, Virtual Care, Strategy