National Nursing Week 2026 with QRS: Learn, Connect, Empower
National Nursing Week 2026 with QRS: Learn, Connect, Empower
Free virtual sessions for nurses, nursing students, new grads, internationally educated nurses, educators, healthcare professionals, and anyone working alongside nurses.
This National Nursing Week, QRS Educational Services is offering a lineup of free virtual sessions focused on nursing roles, cardiac education, workplace conversations, and the future of the profession.
From exploring diverse nursing pathways to strengthening cardiac confidence and engaging in meaningful discussion with nursing leaders, each session offers an opportunity to learn, reflect, and connect.
All sessions are free to attend. Register for any of your choice or join us for the full week.
Session Schedule
Monday, May 11
Diversity in Nursing Roles
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Join QRS President & Founder, Darlene Hutton, as she shares insights from over 40 years of experience across critical care, education, leadership, and entrepreneurship. This session will highlight diverse nursing roles including research, education, management, advanced practice, and non-traditional career paths.
Register for Diversity in Nursing RolesEmpowering Nurses: Celebrating Strength, Voice, and Influence (Nurse Panel Q&A)
Final Session of the April–May 2026 Virtual Open Mic Series
7:30 PM – 9:00 PM EST
Aligned with this year’s National Nursing Week theme, “The Power of Nurses to Transform Health,” this Nurse Panel Q&A brings together nurses from across education, leadership, practice, advocacy, and holistic care to reflect on what it means to empower nurses and strengthen the profession together.
Featuring Darlene Hutton, Ramona Gheorghe, Preet Kaur, Kim English, and Kateryna Metersky, this session will offer diverse nursing perspectives through an open conversation focused on empowerment, leadership, advocacy, and the realities of nursing today.
Bring your questions.
Register for the Nurse Panel Q&ATuesday, May 12
Build Cardiac Rhythm & ECG Confidence with RIRI©
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Join QRS President & Founder, Darlene Hutton, for a practical review of cardiac rhythm and ECG interpretation. This session will revisit key conduction concepts, interval assessment, Acute Coronary Syndromes, STEMI location recognition, and the RIRI© method to help learners build confidence when interpreting rhythm strips and 12-lead ECGs.
Register for Rhythm & ECG Rapid ReviewWednesday, May 13
Cardiac Scenarios
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
Join QRS President & Founder, Darlene Hutton, for a case-based session focused on cardiac emergencies and key ACLS algorithms. Through practical scenarios, learners will strengthen their ability to recognize changes, interpret rhythms, and make timely clinical decisions in real time.
Register for Cardiac ScenariosThursday, May 14
Diversity in Nursing Roles (QRS x University of Manitoba)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST (or 11:00 AM CST – 12:00 PM CST)
Join QRS President & Founder, Darlene Hutton, for a free virtual session created for University of Manitoba nursing students, as well as anyone who missed our earlier session this week. Drawing from over 40 years of experience across critical care, education, leadership, and entrepreneurship, Darlene will explore the many paths a nursing career can take. Attendees will gain real-world insight into diverse nursing roles, workplace realities, self-care, and professional growth.
Register for UManitoba x QRS Diversity in Nursing RolesQ&A with Darlene Hutton & Judy Duchscher
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM EST
Join QRS President & Founder, Darlene Hutton, and the developer of the Stages of Transition and Transition Shock theories, Dr. Judy Duchscher, for an informal Q&A exploring imposter syndrome, leadership, management, education, entrepreneurship, and professional growth in nursing. This closing session will offer honest insights, lived experiences, and practical perspectives on navigating change, finding your voice, and growing into new roles across the profession.
Register for the Q&A InterviewWho Should Attend?
These sessions are open to:
- Nurses across all specialties
- Nursing students
- New graduates
- Internationally educated nurses
- Nurse educators and leaders
- Healthcare professionals who work alongside nurses
- Anyone interested in learning more about the nursing profession
Why Join Us?
During National Nursing Week, we want to create space for both education and conversation. These sessions are designed to help participants:
- Build confidence in cardiac care and clinical thinking
- Explore diverse nursing pathways
- Reflect on the realities and strengths of the nursing profession
- Connect with nurse leaders, educators, students, and peers
- Celebrate the power of nurses to create meaningful change
Session Giveaways
To celebrate National Nursing Week, QRS Educational Services will be offering a giveaway during each daytime session.
Diversity in Nursing Roles
Prize: A QRS Created On-Demand Course of your choice.
Winner: Kerry M.
Build Cardiac Rhythm & ECG Confidence with RIRI©
Prize: A QRS Created On-Demand Course of your choice.
Winner: Annika V.
Cardiac Scenarios
Prize: E-VERSION QRS Educational Manual - "The Heart of the Matter".
Winner: Therese C.
Diversity in Nursing Roles (QRS x University of Manitoba)
Prize: A QRS Created On-Demand Course of your choice.
Winner: Adaleia S.
Q&A with Darlene Hutton & Judy Duchscher
Prizes: Copy of Dr. Judy Duchscher’s book (From Surviving to Thriving : Navigating the First Year of Professional Nursing Practice) and a A Nursing The Future Swag Bag.
Winners: Kerry M. & Natasha W.
Please note: Giveaways are specific to the daytime National Nursing Week sessions and will not be included as part of the Final Virtual Open Mic Nurse Panel Q&A.
Register for Free
All National Nursing Week sessions are free to attend. Choose the sessions that interest you most, or join us for the full week.
We look forward to learning, reflecting, and celebrating with you.