37th Annual Mid-MD ENA Memorial Conference

This annual conference is in memory of Mid-MD ENA members who have played an important role in the organization and who have passed away. The program is targeted towards Emergency Nurses and those health care providers who care for the emergency patient in hospitals and outpatient settings.

This event is being held on hospital premises and all attendees will be required to abide by any infection control requirements that may be in effect for visitors at the time of the event.

Please register no later than November 1, 2026.

All registrations received by September 28 are eligible for an extra early bird entry in the drawing for an Amazon Echo Spot device.

The following speakers/topics are planned:

When TikTok Trends Turn Toxic

Viral trends can have real-world consequences. This session examines common TikTok-inspired behaviors that lead to pediatric injuries, poisonings, and emergency department visits.

Axel Ivander, MD, FAAP

• Pediatric Emergency Physician, Johns Hopkins University Hospital, Baltimore, MD

From the Newsroom to the Emergency Room: Ebola and Hantavirus

This presentation will provide practical overview of Ebola and hantavirus, including clinical presentation, transmission, and emergency nursing implications

Greg Jasani, MD, FACEP

• Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD

ED Nursing and the Maryland Trauma and Specialty Centers Systems of Care

Learn how Maryland's designated trauma and specialty center networks streamline care for critically ill and injured patients, with practical guidance for emergency nurses on triage, stabilization, and transfer.

Kenny Barajas DNP, RN, ACCNS-AG, CEN

• Chief, Office of Care Integration, Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS)

Confirmation Bias: A Tragic Sepsis Story

Explore how confirmation bias can delay the recognition of sepsis through a compelling case study with a poor patient outcome. This session will highlight key updates from the 2026 Sepsis Guidelines and their application in emergency nursing practice

Susan Sheehy, PhD, RN, FAAN, FAEN

• National ENA Past-President, 1995

Helen Bradley, MS, BSN, BA, RN, CEN, TCRN

• Certified end-of-life Doula,, Certified End-of-life Care Specialist, CHPN-retired; SCRN-retired

The Age of Boom: Geriatric Trauma

Artificial intelligence can transform ED triage by enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and patient prioritization. Learn how AI tools can support clinical decision-making and optimize patient flow in busy emergency departments

Elwood Conaway, MSN, MA, RN, CCRN

• Adult Trauma Program Manager, Department of Surgery/Division of Trauma, Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, Baltimore, MD

(Topics/Speakers subject to change without notice)

There will also be a Silent Auction. Donations of auction items appreciated!

FAQs

For more conference details, session descriptions and a downloadable flyer, visit the MD ENA website:

https://connect.ena.org/md/home

What is the registration deadline?

Registration deadline is November 1, 2026, 5pm.

What is the cost for the conference?

• ENA Members: $55
• Non-Members: $85.00
• EMS (non-nurse): $55.00
• Student Nurses: (Must never have held an RN license): $20.00
• $5 discount for Early Bird Registrations (students/EMS not included)

Are Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits provided? YES

This activity has been submitted to the Emergency Nurses Association for approval to award contact hours. Emergency Nurses Association is accredited as an approver of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation

Is my registration fee or ticket transferable?

Yes. In order to obtain CNE credits, the event organizers must be made aware of any substitutions.

What if I need to cancel?

Refund requests must be received at least 7 days prior to the conference or fees will forfeited.

Is lunch provided?

Yes. Fees include continental breakfast, breaks, and lunch.