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Earl Dalton, MHA, MSL, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN

Earl Dalton, MHA, MSL, BSN, NEA-BC, FAAN, is Chief Clinical Officer and Vice President of Clinical Services at Health Carousel. With more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience, he is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and advocate for nursing, workforce culture, quality improvement, and patient experience. Dalton serves in leadership and advisory roles with NATHO, The Joint Commission, and the American Staffing Association and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing.

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What to Expect at Nursing Careers Week 2026

Nursing Careers Week 2026, presented by Health Carousel, returns November 9–13 for its third annual global virtual experience — created to help nurses explore what is possible next in their careers. Designed for nurses at every stage, this free online event brings together students, bedside nurses, travel nurses, international nurses, educators, nurse leaders, and seasoned professionals for five days of inspiration, practical career development, and global connection. This year’s event is focused on helping nurses take intentional steps toward careers that are fulfilling, flexible, sustainable, and future-focused. Whether you are looking to grow in your current role, explore a new pathway, protect your well-being, prepare for a U.S. nursing career, or simply reconnect with your sense of purpose, Nursing Careers Week 2026 is built to meet you where you are. Registration is open for nurses who are ready to save their spot.

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Discover the World of Travel Nursing at TravCon

Unlock an exclusive early bird discount to TravCon through Nursing Careers Week and take the first step into the exciting world of travel nursing. Discover how Health Carousel Nursing & Allied Health supports nurses beyond the contract with career-long guidance and growth.

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Catalyst Scholarship Winner: Cynthia

Health Carousel proudly announces Cynthia Ginikachi Ubah-Uchenna as the 2025 recipient of the $5,000 Catalyst Scholarship. Awarded during Nursing Careers Week, this scholarship supports nurses advancing their education and preparing for leadership roles in clinical practice and patient advocacy. Cynthia’s journey—from her early perioperative nursing experience in Nigeria to pursuing her BSN at the University of Suffolk—reflects resilience, precision, and a deep commitment to compassionate care. With aspirations to become a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist and later earn a DNAP, Cynthia is driven to align her practice with global standards and expand her impact. The Catalyst Scholarship will allow her to reduce educational expenses, focus on her studies, and continue shaping her path toward advanced practice nursing. Her story exemplifies the power of determination, empathy, and vision in transforming healthcare.

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What Nurses Want Next

Friday, November 13, 2026

10:15 am

Friday, November 13, 2026

10:15 am

Earl Dalton, MHA, MSL, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN

Chief Clinical Officer and VP of Clinical Services @ Health Carousel

In this inspiring closing keynote, Earl Dalton, Chief Nursing Officer at Health Carousel, will share insights from a national survey of 4,000 nurses exploring career clarity, mobility, flexibility, sustainability, and what nurses truly want next. Grounded in real data and real nurse voices, this session will reflect the hopes, challenges, and ambitions shaping nursing today — and offer a powerful call to action to build a future where nurses feel supported, valued, and empowered to keep growing.