2026 Emergency Care Conference Call for Speakers
Conference Dates: March 18th, 19th, & 20th, 2026
Deadline for submissions is September 14, 2025.
Presenters will be notified of submission status in late October.
The call for speakers for the NJ Emergency Care Conference 2026 is now OPEN!
We are currently accepting presentation proposals for the 2026 NJ Emergency Care Conference. We are seeking sessions that reflect the most current evidence-based practices, showcase cutting-edge treatments, and explore emerging trends in emergency nursing. Presentations should be practical, grounded in real-world application, and designed to support clinical excellence and improved patient outcomes.
We are accepting submissions for 45-minute presentations as well as proposals for extended sessions. Interactive and engaging formats are strongly preferred, including case studies, escape rooms, and other forms of active learning. Speakers are encouraged to submit multiple presentations for consideration, and new speakers are welcome and encouraged to apply.
We are particularly interested in advanced content that goes beyond routine practice, offering depth, complexity, and innovation. Sessions should challenge experienced practitioners and address high-acuity situations, evolving protocols, or under-discussed areas of emergency care. At the same time, we also welcome foundational presentations that reinforce core concepts and best practices—especially those that are engaging, practical, and relevant for newer clinicians or those seeking a refresher.
We are also eager to expand our pediatric offerings, and encourage proposals specifically designed for a dedicated pediatric track. Content should be relevant for emergency nurses practicing in all settings.
Suggested Topics (based on recent attendee evaluations; other topics are welcome):
Behavioral Health – treatment of those in crisis, Effects of social media on adolescent suicide and mental health, pediatric behavioral health, nursing suicides
Forensics - Human trafficking, Forensic nurse cases and preparation for FNE arrival, Drug-facilitated sexual assault, Child abuse and maltreatment recognition
Leadership & Professional Development - ED residency programs, Charge nurse skill development, Recruitment and retention strategies, Difficult conversations and communication tools, Innovations in staff scheduling; Quality improvement initiatives
Legal & Policy - Legal issues in emergency nursing, updates on laws impacting ED practice, Pressing charges when a patient is violent, Documentation and liability protection, Policy development in the political sphere; Best practices in documentation
Medical Emergencies - Stroke care, Electrolyte emergencies and magnesium use, Endocrine emergencies, Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in young persons, Bleeding esophageal varices
Pediatrics - Pediatric sepsis, Pediatric sedation, Pediatric trauma, Care of special needs children, Pediatric readiness for all EDs
Staff Wellbeing & Safety - Stress and burnout reduction techniques, Workplace bullying, Workplace violence prevention; Staff and facility safety; ED nurse self-care strategies
Trauma & Disaster Preparedness - Trauma resuscitation for peds and adults, Mass casualty incident response, Trauma care at non-trauma centers, Inhalation injuries and burns, Active shooter preparedness
Obstetrics & Women’s Health - Hypertension in pregnancy, Perinatal loss and bereavement care, Emergency deliveries in the ED, Obstetric trauma, Complications following abortion
Community & Advocacy - How nurses can impact communities through board service, Legislative issues affecting ED RNs and patients, What ENA is doing on Capitol Hill, National overcrowding and ICE access to Eds, Community-focused quality care initiatives