NSRC 2026 Spring Conference - Register Now!

NSRC 2026 Spring Conference - Register Now!

NSRC 2026 Spring Conference – Register Now!

Location: Heartland Events Center and Casino, Grand Island, NE

Dates: Wednesday, April 15th, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm and Thursday, April 16th 8:00 am – 4:15 pm

Special Meet & Greet for Vendors, Managers and Directors!  Wednesday, April 15th, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the Heartland Showroom

AARC 8 CRCE approved!

For Attendee Registration CLICK HERE.

The NSRC Spring Conference is your opportunity to connect with other respiratory therapists, educators, managers, and directors. This year’s conference will feature dynamic speakers, cutting-edge clinical updates, leadership development, and powerful networking opportunities — all designed to advance our profession and empower our community.

  • AARC Member = $150
  • Non-Member = $300
  • AARC Student Member = $40
  • Non-Student Member = $100
For one day conference pricing options, CLICK HERE

Vendor/Sponsor Exhibit Dates & Hours

For Vendor/Sponsor Registration CLICK HERE

April 15
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM set up
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM Exhibit Hall Drinks and Cocktails Hour

April 16
7:30 AM - 12:30 AM Exhibit Hall

The NSRC is grateful for the help of our vendors as we develop the conference. Your sponsorship allows us to provide the best education opportunities to Nebraska therapists. We welcome sponsorship of speakers, social activities, meals or refreshments. For more information on sponsoring a portion of our event, please contact the vendor chair. These sponsorships will be taken on a first-come, first served basis.

Hotel information:

Address: 777 E. Fonner Park Rd. Grand Island, NE 68801

Tel. 308.675.5600

Attendees/Vendors will need to call to reserve - use discount code 100354 upon reservation.

Wednesday April 15th schedule

Date and TimeTitleSpeaker Name
12:00-12:40 pmRegistration (Snacks and Refreshments Available)
12:40-12:45 pmFlag Presentation
12:45-1:00 pmWelcome & Introductions (NSRC Board Members, About AARC and NSRC)Darcy O'Brien-Genrich, MPA, RRT
1:00-1:55 pmStep Up-You're Next!Nash Mahupete
2:00-2:55 pmAsthma Biologics: A Patient-Centered ApproachHana Niebur, MD, FAAP, FAAAAI, FACAAI
3:00-3:55 pmInspire Device in Pediatric Sleep PatientsJoseph Novotny, MD
4:00-4:55 pmThe Future of Respiratory Care (AARC Rep)Lisa R. Fuchs, Ed.D., MHA, RRT, CTTS, CHWC, FAARC, FNAP
5:00-7:00 pmExhibit Hall-Cocktail Hours

Thursday April 16th schedule

Date and TimeTitleSpeaker Name
7:30- 8:30 amBreakfast
8:30-9:25 amProject Austin- Emergency Planning for Medically Complex ChildrenZadia Vacanti, BSN, RN, CPEN
9:30-10:25 amManagement of BronchiectasisAmy Nelson
10:30-12:30 pmExhibit Hall
12:00-12:55 pmLunch
1:00-1:55 pmPerfusion: The Heart Behind the PumpNoelle Meyer, CCP, RRT
2:00- 2:55 pmPatient OutreachNicky Wik, BCPA, CDP
3:00- 3:55 pmAsthma and the Next FrontierRyan Martin, MD, FCCP
4:00-4:15 pmConference wrap-up and CRCE Information

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