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The Virginia League for Nursing supports and implements the mission of the National League for Nursing to promote excellence in nursing education to build a strong and diverse nursing workforce to advance the nation's health at the constituent level.

In addition to the programs and resources available through the Virginia League for Nursing, the following products and resources are available through the National League for Nursing:
  • Nursing Education Standards
  • Faculty Development Programs
  • Nursing Education Research
  • Nursing Supply Data
  • Testing Services
To access information on these products and resources visit the National League for Nursing at www.nln.org​

The Virginia League for Nursing is a recognized affiliate of the NLN.

Virginia League for Nursing
P.O. Box 1136
Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553-1136



Call For Abstracts
2019 Annual Meeting and Conference
April 27, 2019

The Virginia League for Nursing (VLN) 2019 Annual Meeting and Conference theme is Developing Nurses as Leaders. VLN hopes to better equip our members in transforming as leaders in nursing, recognizing that as educators, we must serve as role models and advocate for learners by engaging in activities that promote leadership potential. We invite abstracts describing programs, courses, initiatives, or evaluation strategies that characterize the conference theme. Of particular interest are abstracts that reflect Leadership in:
● Interprofessional/Interdisciplinary Education
● Health Care Policy
● Faculty Development

Submission Format: Abstracts should not exceed 300 words. The abstract should include background information, address methods, and best practice recommendations for those considering a similar approach.

● Title, name of presenter(s) and credentials (not included in word count)
● Problem/Purpose
● Background
● Methods Results (if applicable)
● Best Practice Recommendations
● 1-2 Learner Objectives (not included in word count)

All abstracts must be submitted to Christine Turner at Christine_Turner@bshsi.org on or before 11:59 pm on February 4, 2019. Each abstract will be reviewed by a panel. Authors will be notified about the status of their submission(s) via email no later than March 15, 2019. Kindly send direct questions to the Conference Committee Co-Chair and President-Elect, Christine_Turner@bshsi.org or Co-Chair Nancy Pridgen at npridgen4@gmail.com