NursePitchâ„¢
Increasing the voice, opportunity, and visibility of nurses in the digital health ecosystem.
Supporting nurse-led innovation
NursePitchâ„¢ is a comprehensive, global program that amplifies the influence and presence of nurses in the digital health landscape. This nurse-led and developed initiative offers a platform for professionals to contribute to digital health solutions through an innovation competition. HIMSS, the American Nurses Association Enterprise, and BD sponsor NursePitchâ„¢ to provide nurses worldwide with the opportunity to showcase their innovative products and ideas to a distinguished panel of judges from various industries, including health innovation, business, providers and venture capital.
Applications for NursePitch will open in January 2025 and finalists will be showcased at an in-person event at HIMSS25.
2023 NursePitchâ„¢ winners
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Frances Akubuilo, DNP, RN Founder and CEO, matchHHa Services Inc.
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Lecresha Sewell, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, SANE Founder, Melanated Healthcare, Inc.
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Linda Rowan RN, BSN Founder, Impact Wearables
2023 NursePitchâ„¢ finalists
- Linda Rowan, Impact Wearables
- Lecresha Sewell, DNP, APRN, WHNP-BC, SANE, Melanated Healthcare
- Ahmed Almanfi BSN, RN, Ahmed AI chat
- Tanya Desjardins, RN, BScN, OCN, VA-BC and Juliana Hatch, RN, BScN, CON(C), Chemo Extravasations
- Bryanna Marshall, MN, RN, Thanks Rose
- Frances Akbubuilio, DNP, RN, matchHHa
- Natasha Latta, BSN, RN, MedEd Games
Learn more about NursePitchâ„¢
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August 20, 2025
Nursing
The nursing-focused sessions at HIMSS25 Europe explored the rapidly evolving role of nurses in a digitally enabled, community-centered healthcare system. At the heart of the conversation was a call to elevate nurses as innovation leaders, not just frontline caregivers. As the most trusted and frequently engaged members of the healthcare workforce, nurses are uniquely positioned to guide the design and implementation of patient-centered digital transformation.
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April 30, 2025
Voices of Nursing: Innovation, Impact, and the Future of Care
In honor of Nurses Month, this Industry Perspectives piece highlights the voices of nurses who are driving change, embracing innovation, and shaping the future of healthcare. From advancements in nursing informatics to the evolving role of technology in patient care, these conversations provide a deeper look into the challenges, opportunities, and personal experiences that define modern nursing. Through this, we celebrate the dedication, expertise, and vision of nurses who are not only delivering care but also transforming the industry.
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August 18, 2025
Elevating Virtual Nursing Through Smarter Nurse Call Integration
Virtual nursing is rapidly transforming care delivery, offering hospitals a scalable way to address staffing shortages, improve patient outcomes, and streamline workflows. In fact, the American Organization for Nursing Leadership (AONL) 2025 Nursing Leadership Insight Study indicates that utilization of virtual care is the #1 advancement organizations will continue to use for the redesign of healthcare. That is up from the #4 ranking just one year ago.[1] But to truly unlock its potential, virtual care must be supported by infrastructure and processes that enable seamless communication, contextual awareness, and efficient task management. That’s where modern nurse call systems come in.
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April 14, 2025
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Emerging Technologies Toolkit for Healthcare Organizations
This toolkit includes an AI Instructional Slide Deck, a technology Heat Map, Definitions of Emerging Technologies, and an Innovation Scoring and Impact Guide for Healthcare Technologies (INSIGHT) Calculator.
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May 19, 2025
Honoring National Nurses Month: Celebrating Nursing Informatics and the Power of Community
With over 4 million registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and advance practice registered nurses in the U.S., nurses represent the largest professional group in healthcare. This workforce is navigating an ever-changing environment shaped by digital health transformation, AI advancements, and increasing cybersecurity and privacy protections. Nurses continue to adapt to emerging technologies, and it’s crucial to invest in educating and preparing the workforce with the necessary skills to lead the future of care.
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