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