The NI series of conferences is the leading gathering in the world for nurses interested in the use of informatics and health information technology. NI stands for Nursing Informatics and the event is staged every three years in a well-known, international city. Past congresses in Helsinki, Finland; Seoul, Korea; Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Auckland, New Zealand; Stockholm, Sweden; Austin, Texas, USA; and Melbourne, Australia have drawn thousands of nurses and produced vibrant and sustainable results. NI 2012, scheduled in beautiful Montreal, Quebec, Canada, will be no different!
BROWSE THE PROGRAM AND SEE WHY YOU CAN’T MISS THIS MEETING
If you are a novice or an expert in this growing field, NI 2012 is the meeting for you. The congress provides a worldwide forum to learn, study, evaluate, innovate, and create a climate to gain knowledge that gives the attendee an opportunity to reach professional goals and impact health locally and globally through informatics innovations. You should not miss NI 2012 if you want to:
Generate and share information, knowledge and research in health care settings
Examine the impact of Health IT (HIT) and ICT experience on nursing practice, education, management, research, health policy, global health, and patient-centered care
Update your knowledge and skills related to trends, developments, and innovations in HIT, ICT, health and healthcare
Seek insight into upcoming priorities and future directions for nurses and other members of the healthcare team in the expanding environment of HIT-enabled practice
Make long-lasting connections with like-minded professionals committed to advancing global health
TAKE AN EDUCATION BREAK ON A UNIQUE CITY TOUR
The rich history, culture and beauty of Quebec City and Montreal, two of Canada’s most intriguing cities are within your grasp if you attend NI 2012. Brief tours in conjunction with the congress are designed to provide visitors with an overview of each city’s unique attractions and heritage. Tours are offered on Friday, June 22, Saturday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 26. Sign up for one of these exciting sightseeing events today!
COLLABORATING ORGANIZATIONS AND SPONSORS EXTEND A WARM WELCOME TO ATTENDEES!
Nearly a dozen nursing and nursing informatics professional associations have joined NI2012 as collaborators and will extend greetings to their members and partners at the opening reception in the Exhibition Hall. In addition to the scientific and educational programming, a number of important social events are being produced with the financial support of key commercial sponsors. For more information on event sponsorship, please contact Jonathan Grau, jonathan@amia.org.
Hotel Hilton Montreal Bonaventure is the host hotel. Rates are $209 CAD plus tax. More info
Jazz Fest
An added attraction, provided by Montréal itself, is the 33rd year of the Montreal International Jazz Festival. Extend your stay and enjoy the music June 28-July 7. More info