7th Annual all virtual Evidence-Based Practice Symposium and Poster Fair

7th Annual all virtual Evidence-Based Practice Symposium 

and Poster Fair

September 19, 2025 | 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

By now, you’ve likely heard of Amazon Alexa, Siri, or even ChatGPT—and chances are, you’ve used at least one of them. But how do these technologies relate to healthcare, especially nursing?

While the idea of artificial intelligence in nursing may sound futuristic, it’s already here. From remote health monitoring and predictive tools for sepsis or patient deterioration, to staffing optimization and robotic-assisted surgery, AI is increasingly supporting and enhancing how we deliver care.

This year’s symposium is a chance to explore how AI and technology are shaping the future of healthcare at UnityPoint Health. It’s also a platform to highlight other exciting initiatives across our system—even those not directly related to AI or technology.

Topics will include:

• The evolving role of AI in nursing and its influence on clinical care
• An introduction to the Technology Acceptance Model
• A look at the virtual in-room nurse technology currently used in Sioux City
• Presentations on Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Nurse Residency, and Research projects by our peers

Who should attend:

All nursing staff are highly encouraged to join. The event is open to all UnityPoint Health team members, academic partners, and students

Attendees will receive Nursing Contact Hours. The final number of hours will be confirmed closer to the event date. 

Contacts:

Emily.Vore@unitypoint.org - poster and conference content questions

Anna.Olson2@unitypoint.org - registration and logistical questions