Guidelines for Submission 
Note: The Late Breaking Abstract Submission Period is only for Poster Presentations.

IMPORTANT: In order for your abstract to be reviewed, we require that presenters follow the guidelines listed below. 
  • Podium and poster presentations are allowed a maximum of three authors/presenters.

  • A maximum of three abstract submissions will be permitted as first author.

  • Presentations must promote the theme of the conference: Transforming healthcare in Latino communities: Bridging Disparities and Ending Inequities
  • Please note that submissions received via e-mail, mail or fax will not be considered.
  • All information received should be proofed for spelling and grammatical errors. 
 
Before beginning your online submission, please ensure you have the following information ready: 


1. Title of Presentation (limited to 50 characters) 



2. Program Track Selection

• Track 1 Research/Scholarship

• Track 2 Clinical Practice

• Track 3 Leadership 

• Track 4 Education




3. Presentation Format: 
• Podium - Podium presentations that are denied may be accepted for poster presentation. 

• Poster 

• Both (by choosing both, you are willing to present either a poster or podium presentation) 




4. Three Measurable Behavioral/Outcome Objectives

Please use S.M.A.R.T. to develop your objectives. To make your objectives S.M.A.R.T., it needs to conform to the following criteria: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timely.



5. Authors of Abstract
• Name

• Credentials

• Affiliation

• Position/Title

• Mailing Address

• Phone

• Email Address






6. Abstract Submission (limited to 2,000 characters including spaces) 


    The abstract submission should be limited to 2,000 characters including spaces and follow the IMRAD format:
• Introduction/Purpose

• Methods/Activities

• Results/Outcomes

• Discussion: how did it impact the Latino community, how did it bridge disparities or help to end inequities?


To ensure educational quality and adherence to CE guidelines, pre-approval of session content, handouts and/or or poster mockup is required by NAHN. A copy of your presentation and any accompanying handouts should be submitted for review by the stated deadline. Any additional promotional or educational pieces associated with your educational activity (i.e., brochures, flyers, giveaways, etc.), must be submitted with approval by NAHN's CEU Director.

Submission Reminders


Abstracts must be submitted by 5 PM (Central time zone) on the close date. The submission site will close promptly at 5 PM CST. No extensions or exceptions will be granted. If you are in the process of submitting at 5 pm the site will close automatically and your abstract will not be submitted.
 Individuals who plan to submit an abstract should sign on to the abstract system and create an account, at least 5 business days prior to the deadline to avoid any technical difficulties.
 If you do experience technical difficulties please contact Caroline Beam by email, sales@thehispanicnurses.org, or phone, (919)573-5443.
 

*Please note: NAHN reserves the right to disqualify any abstract if submission guidelines are not followed, even after acceptance, in the best interest of the program.