Explore What You'll Learn at #RNS2025

Our 18th Annual Conference will feature timely and practical education curated for rheumatology nurses and advanced practice providers. Sessions will address emerging therapies, complex care coordination, innovations in infusion, rare pediatric presentations, and more.

Please note: topics, titles, and presenters are subject to change. Final session information will be available in the official program closer to the event.

More Than the Lungs: Unpacking Sarcoidosis Across Systems

Explore the multi-organ manifestations of sarcoidosis—including cardiac, neurologic, and dermatologic involvement—and the role of the rheumatology nurse in recognizing subtle signs and coordinating complex care.

Tough Skin, Tougher Disease: Understanding and Managing Systemic Sclerosis

Explore the subtypes, clinical signs, and diagnostic approaches of systemic sclerosis to strengthen early recognition and treatment. Gain practical strategies to monitor disease progression, manage complications, and empower patients throughout their journey.

Inside the Drip Room: Innovations and Challenges in Infusion Care

Gain real-world strategies to enhance infusion suite operations, patient safety, and biologic administration workflows.

Lupus Under the Lens: What Nurses and APPs Need to Know Now

Differentiate SLE from lupus nephritis, explore FDA-approved treatments, and tailor education for patients managing each condition.

Lifelong Care: A Rheumatology Case Study from Childhood Through Adulthood

Follow one patient’s journey from pediatric myositis diagnosis to adult care, highlighting evolving treatment goals and transitions across life stages.

Not Your Grandpa’s Gout: Modern Management of an Ancient Disease

Debunk outdated myths and review the latest gout management guidelines, including biologics and flare prevention.

Bone Deep: Rethinking Osteoporosis Risk and Treatment in Rheumatology

Examine the intersection of rheumatic disease, steroid use, and bone health, with a focus on personalized fracture prevention.

Beyond Biologics: CAR-T and the Future of Immunotherapy in Rheumatology

Get an introduction to CAR-T cell therapy and its potential to reshape autoimmune disease treatment.

What the Labs and Imaging Are Telling You (and What They’re Not)

Build skills in interpreting rheumatology labs and imaging studies with clinical context to guide decision-making.

Little Vessels, Big Challenges: Pediatric Vasculitis and the Role of the Rheumatology Nurse

Review small-vessel vasculitis in children, including diagnostic strategies, care coordination, and family education.

Rheum Roundup: Rapid-Fire Updates in Disease Management

Catch up on the latest treatment strategies for RA, Sjögren’s, systemic sclerosis, vasculitis variants, and more in this high-yield, fast-paced session.

While content is still in development and official hours are still pending, participants are anticipated to receive up to 11.5 continuing nursing contact hours by actively participating in education sessions and completing an online evaluation upon completion of the program.

The Rheumatology Nurses Society is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation (Provider No. P0500).