What Is NTI? Why Attend?

What Is NTI?

As a dedicated professional who cares for high acuity and critically ill patients, you have a unique opportunity to connect with other nurses at the 2014 National Teaching Institute & Critical Care Exposition. This year's conference will be held in Denver, Colo., May 17-22, 2014. Find opportunities you won't find anywhere else.

The Ultimate Get-Together

At NTI, you will join thousands of nurses who share your questions and experience the same highs and lows. Get away, rejuvenate and have a great time in Denver.

NTI is the safe, comfortable place where you exchange stories, experiences and ideas with people who understand. Choose from hundreds of education opportunities about the care of high acuity and critically ill patients, nursing practice, professional development and the latest trends. It's hands-on at the Critical Care Exposition with cutting-edge technology from hundreds of exhibitors who value your feedback.

After NTI, bring back to your unit stories about great speakers, important clinical knowledge and inspiration.

Why Attend

NTI is the right investment for you and your organization. Your employer will want you to attend. Did you know 6 in 10 NTI attendees receive financial assistance from their organization?

• Network with a diverse community of your nurse colleagues.
• Learn best practices you can apply to your own practice right now.
• Earn CE credit and CERPs from the most comprehensive educational program around.
• Hear inspiring and informative presentations from renowned speakers.
• Renew your spirit and re-energize your professional pride.
• See new technology at the largest trade show for acute and critical care nurses.
• Validate your expertise through certification.

Creative ways to get to NTI

• Ask about foundation grants your hospital may have available.
• Ask your medical staff to sponsor your attendance at NTI.
• Ask if your local chapter offers NTI scholarships.
• Take advantage of the AACN chapter member rebate.

Think about staffing options

• If staffing is tight, share appropriate staff across units to cover nurses who want to attend.
• If only a few can attend, send an experienced nurse and a new nurse as learning partners.
• Host an essay contest to determine who will attend.

Save money

• Book airfare using NTI discount codes.
• Book discounted housing through the NTI Online Housing Bureau.
• Save on expenses by sharing a hotel room with colleagues.
• Stock up on food for your hotel room and buy portable snacks to cut down on eating out.
• Choose a hotel that provides complimentary breakfasts.
• If you live in the Denver area, consider one-day rather than full-conference attendance.