About The Program
The Fall CNO Congress is where Chief Nursing Officers and senior nursing executives come to solve the challenges reshaping modern healthcare—from workforce burnout and staffing shortages to AI integration, patient experience, and operational transformation.
This invitation-only experience is built for meaningful conversations between healthcare leaders and the partners helping hospitals improve clinical operations, strengthen workforce retention, and drive better patient outcomes. Through curated one-on-one meetings, executive networking, and strategic content, attendees build relationships, exchange actionable ideas, and accelerate decisions that move healthcare forward.
4 out of 5 delegates said this is the best event they’ve attended all year
Topics Of Discussion
State of the Revenue Cycle 2026: Margins, Money, & Momentum
Join Jonathan L. Manis, Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer at Christus Health, as he challenges us to reimagine the future in Brave New World: The Future DEMANDS Different! Manis will delve into the transformative role of available and evolving healthcare technology and the mindset we need to adopt for a modern, consumer-centric healthcare delivery model. Discover how a new perspective of healthcare delivery can revolutionize patient care and shape the future of our industry. This session is a must-attend for healthcare leaders and innovators seeking valuable insights and perspectives.
Implementing Gen AI & Agentic AI in RCM Without Breaking Workflows
Healthcare organizations continue to face persistent staffing shortages and high turnover, challenging their ability to deliver consistent, high-quality care. This session will explore forward-thinking staffing models and retention strategies that go beyond traditional approaches. Attendees will learn how to build a resilient workforce by aligning staffing structures with employee needs, career growth, and organizational goals. Leaders will leave with actionable ideas to strengthen team stability and foster long-term workforce sustainability.
Denial Prediction & Prevention Using AI: Reducing Write-Offs in Real Time
As healthcare demands grow more complex, many new nurses are entering the workforce underprepared for the realities of practice. This session will examine the readiness gap and explore strategies to better support early-career nurses through academic partnerships, transition programs, and on-the-job training. Participants will learn how to strengthen the nursing pipeline by building bridges between education and practice. The discussion will focus on practical steps to ensure new nurses are confident, competent, and ready to thrive from day one.
Regulatory Reset: Mastering OBBBA, CMS Changes, & Transparency Rules
Agentic AI offers nurses the ability to reclaim time, restore trust, and lead meaningful transformation in care delivery. When implemented with intention, these tools can reduce burnout by addressing time-consuming responsibilities and variability like daily education, rounding, regulatory compliance and transitional care. Rather than replacing clinical judgment, agentic AI enhances it—helping nurses stay focused, present, and better at bedside. Designed as a collaborative discussion, this presentation invites nursing professionals to explore how they can shape the future of AI in healthcare, not be shaped by it.
The 2026 Staffing Cliff: Building AI-Ready Teams in a Talent Crisis
A healthy, supported nursing workforce is essential to delivering safe, high-quality care. This session will spotlight the direct link between employee health, job satisfaction, and retention, offering strategies to embed wellbeing into the core of organizational culture. From mental health resources to workload redesign, leaders will explore holistic approaches that prioritize the needs of their staff. Participants will gain actionable insights to help foster a culture of care that supports long-term engagement and resilience.
Patient-Centric Collections: Flexible Payments, Digital Tools, & Better Experiences
Fighting Sophisticated Denials in 2026: Appeals, Clean Claims, & Recovery Tactics
Advisory Board
We are proud to introduce our National Chief Nursing Officer Advisory Board of seven leading healthcare industry experts. This collaborative group provides insights, session suggestions, and overall feedback on opportunities for constant growth at our events.
Atrium Health, North Carolina
Rochester Regional Health System, New York
Penn State Health, Pennsylvania
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Texas
Community Memorial Health System, California
Bryan Health - Crete Area Medical Center, Nebraska
Current & Past Speakers
A dynamic roster of thought leaders who contribute valuable insights and expertise, sharing cutting-edge research, industry trends, and innovative ideas that can drive progress and inspire their industry peers.
Their presentations and discussions foster networking opportunities, facilitate knowledge exchange, and help shape the future direction of their respective field.
Veterans Health Administration - VISN 9, Tennessee
University Medical Center New Orleans, Louisiana
Ascension, Wisconsin
Duke University Health System, North Carolina
Rochester Regional Health System, New York
Texas Health Hospital Frisco, Texas
St. Peter's Health, Montana
NYC Health and Hospitals, New York
Maimonides Health, New York
The Schedule
Event Registration
Opening Panel
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Roundtables Discussions/Workshops
Free Time
Welcome Reception & Dinner
Networking Breakfast
Morning Panel Session
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Morning Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Roundtable Discussions
Networking Luncheon
Workshops/Business Meetings
Afternoon Refreshments & Networking
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings
Closing Workshop
Free Time
Networking Reception & Dinner
Morning Refreshments
Roundtables
Brunch
Strategy Sessions/Business Meetings/Free Time
Closing Workshop
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Delegate Testimonials
Has been great meeting with other leaders and talking about solutions to challenging and vexing issues. Integrating with vendors has been pleasant and not overpowering.
It was very organized. I loved the app and structure. It was genius to have all 3 congresses simultaneously, giving us a chance to network during intervals.
This was an exceptional opportunity for growth for me and a terrific experience. I love it. I will keep coming as long as Bridgemark has this CNO/CIO conference.
It was wonderful meeting different nursing executives throughout the country and spend intimate time with them. Often, many conferences are so large it’s hard to really network and get to know others. This was perfect size and content.