2026 Nurse Hackathon

Tuesday, November 17 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Problem Solvers Wanted!

Nurses are already innovators. You solve problems every shift. Now it’s time to scale those solutions.

You don’t need a startup idea or a polished pitch. Just bring a problem you keep running into, whether it’s staffing, workflow, communication, morale, or care delivery. You’ll team up with fellow problem-solvers and experienced innovators to turn it into a program, product, service, or even a new business.

The Hackathon is nurse-led and open to RNs, CNAs, techs, and anyone who works alongside nursing teams. The winning team takes home a prize package with mentorship and media promotion to help launch what comes next.

Why It Matters

“If you have been looking to do something to change your life, if you have been looking for that opportunity and you’re wondering why life hasn’t changed, I’m saying this with all sincerity: This is a place you want to be. Regardless of your degree, your background, or your title, you need to be there.”

– Rebecca Love, Founder of Nurse Approved

Want to Participate?

The Nurse Hackathon is open to HLTH USA 2026 attendees only. We don’t offer Hackathon-only passes.
 
Healthcare can’t build meaningful solutions without nurses at the table, and we want you in the room for the full HLTH experience. To make that happen, nurses can save about 70% off registration and participate in the Nurse Hackathon for $895.
 
Complete the form below to receive registration instructions and access the special nurse rate. Nurse eligibility is subject to verification.
 
 
 

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