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• 2026 TNA Nurses Day on the Hill

  • When
    11 Feb 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Tennessee State University Avon Williams Campus 330 10th Ave North Nashville, TN 37203

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  Join the Tennessee Nurses Association for TNA Nurses Day on the Hill, an engaging one-day event that brings together more than 200 nursing students, registered nurses, and advanced practice registered nurses from across the state.

  This annual gathering offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen your understanding of how health policy shapes the nursing profession and patient outcomes. Participants will earn continuing nursing education credit, network with nursing colleagues and students from Tennessee’s schools of nursing, and gain practical insight into effective advocacy.

  The morning program will be held at Tennessee State University’s Avon Williams Campus, followed by an afternoon at the Tennessee State Capitol. During the Capitol visit, attendees will take part in legislative meetings, speak with elected officials, and participate in hands-on advocacy activities that elevate the voice of nursing across Tennessee.

  ***The additional ticket for Breakfast with the Legislators will be at Cordell Hull prior to going to TSU's Avon Williams Campus.

  Members please login using your email to receive your preferred rate.

  If you need any assistance email us at tna@tnurses.care.

  
  

  Click Here to Download the 2026 TNA Nurses Day on the Hill Group Registration Form 

  Agenda

  • 8:15am – 9:00am:  Registration/Exhibitors
  • 9:00am – 9:15am: Welcome Remarks—Jennifer Hitt, TNA President
  • 9:15am -10:15am: Keynote: Dr. Barbara Reynolds
  • 10:15am – 10:30am: Break and Visit Exhibitors
  • 10:30am – 11:30am: Panelist: Nancy Anness, April Kapu, and Cathy Taylor
  • Noon – 12:15pm: Brett Young, TNA Direct – Government Affairs (GOVA)  and Marcia Barnes, TN Nurses PAC Chair (PAC)
  • 12:15pm – 12:45pm: Lunch & Visit Exhibitors

  Presenters

  
  

  		Keynote Speaker: Dr. Barbara Reynolds, PhD, MPH, BSN Dr. Barbara Reynolds is a lifelong nursing and public health advocate with decades of experience in education, leadership, and health policy. A former dean and accomplished civic leader, she continues to engage legislators and support advocacy through the Reynolds Fund for Health Care Policy.
  		Dr. Jennifer Hitt, PhD, RN, CNE Dr. Jennifer Hitt is Executive Director of the Tennessee Center for Nursing Advancement and President of the Tennessee Nurses Association. A nationally recognized nursing leader, her work focuses on workforce development, nursing education, wellness, and population health.
  		Dr. Brett Young, DNP, MSN, RN Dr. Brett Young is a nurse leader and Government Affairs Director for the Tennessee Nurses Association. He developed Vanderbilt University Medical Center’s Home Hospital Program and has been recognized as a 40-Under-40 Rising Star Nurse Leader.
  		Dr. Marcia Barnes, DNP, ACNP-BC, CWS, CPSN, CANS Dr. Marcia Barnes is a nurse practitioner, educator, and national speaker with expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery and wound care. She serves on the TNA Government Affairs Committee and is Chair of Events, combining clinical practice with nursing education.
  		Nancy Anness, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC Nancy Anness is a board-certified family nurse practitioner and former Chief Advocacy Officer for Ascension Saint Thomas. With more than 40 years of experience, she has led health policy initiatives, clinical care, and community outreach efforts across Tennessee.
  		Dr. April Kapu, DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN Dr. April Kapu is Senior Associate Dean for Strategic Partnerships and Global Affairs at Vanderbilt University School of Nursing. A nationally recognized nurse practitioner leader, she advances nursing education, clinical practice, and health policy through innovation and advocacy.
  		Dr. Cathy R. Taylor, DrPH, MSN, RN Dr. Cathy Taylor is Founding Dean Emerita of Belmont University’s Gordon E. Inman College of Nursing and a clinician advisor for the Tennessee Department of Health. Her expertise includes nurse leadership, systems improvement, and health policy at the state and national levels.
  		Garrett Johnson Garrett Johnson is a seasoned government relations professional and lobbyist for the Tennessee Nurses Association. With experience in both the legislative and executive branches of Tennessee state government, he provides strategic advocacy and policy expertise.

  
  

  

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