AnnualConference

Hotel Information

PARIS LAS VEGAS
3655 Las Vegas Blvd South, Las Vegas, NV 89109
(877)-796-2096

Paris Las Vegas has been designated as the official hotel for the 2025 GAPNA Annual Conference.

A block of rooms has been secured at the special rate of $209 single/double, plus a $20.00 daily resort fee. These rates are subject to applicable state and local taxes, currently 18%. Check-in is at 4:00 pm and check-out is 11:00 am.

To receive the conference rates, make online reservations through the link on GAPNA’s website under “Hotel & Travel.” conference rates are available through August 12, 2025 or until the room block is full. Reservations received after this date will be accepted on a space and rate available basis.

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Transportation

The hotel is about 2.5 miles (approx. 10 minutes) from the Harry Reid International Airport.

Rideshares and taxis to and from the airport to the hotel usually cost around $30.

Parking

Self-Parking: $20/day

Valet: $40/day

Flights

Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association. Please click here to book your flights.

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You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM3L7

*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.

Weather

The weather in Las Vegas Nevada is very warm and sunny in September with an average high in the mid 90s and an average low in the low 70s. Be sure to pack a sweater for air-conditioned meeting rooms and comfortable walking shoes for conference activities.

Things To Do

Las Vegas is constantly growing, with new experiences to discover every time you visit. From exciting entertainment and world-class dining options to the latest, luxurious resorts, there’s always something fresh to explore, with an expanding array of new Las Vegas attractions for everyone to enjoy.

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All event times are in the Central Time Zone.

General Information

2025 GAPNA Annual Conference information is coming! Check back frequently for evolving information.

Nursing Continuing Professional Development (NCPD)

Earn up to 11.5 nursing professional continuing development (NCPD) contact hours for professional development, recertification, and re-licensure. All NCPD sessions contain pharmacology content that can be applied toward pharmacology credit requirements. Pharmacology content credit is time-based on the learning outcome and content outline. This conference is jointly provided by Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. (AJJ) and the Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA). Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation. Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc. is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP5387.

Guest Badges

Guest badges are available as a courtesy for paid attendees. A “guest” is defined as a spouse, family member, significant other, friend, or adult child (over 16 years old). A co-worker or an associate within the industry does not qualify as a guest.

Exhibit Hall Guest Pass: The fee is $165.00, which entitles the guest to visit the Exhibit Hall only. Guest fees do not include admission to sessions, meal functions, or corporate-sponsored events.

Awards Ceremony Guest Pass: The fee is $125.00, which entitles the guest to attend the Membership Meeting & Awards Ceremony. This includes lunch as a guest.

Cancellation

You may request a refund by the cancellation deadline July 31, 2025. All requests must be sent in writing to the National Office, and an administrative fee of $75 will be retained, per GAPNA’s cancellation policy.

GAPNA
East Holly Ave Box 56
Pitman, NJ 08071
Fax: 856-218-0557
gapna@gapna.org

In the event GAPNA should find it necessary to cancel or postpone this conference for any reason including, but not limited to, registration responses, strikes, or acts of God, GAPNA will note be liable for registrants’ expenses. However, the cancellation/postponement is ultimately resolved, GAPNA will act responsibly to protect members’ and registrants’ investment in the conference and association.

Payment Policy

Registrations will not be processed unless full payment is received with the registration form. If a check is returned by the bank for insufficient funds or credit cards denied, full payment must be received by cashier’s check or money order with an additional $15 processing fee.

Photo Release

GAPNA occasionally uses photographs of GAPNA conference participants in its newsletter, website, promotional materials, social media, and in the Geriatric Nursing Journal. By virtue of your attendance at the conference, you agree to usage of your likeness in such material.

Industry-Supported Presentation Theater

Although we try to obtain sponsorship for the meals listed as “pending” in this brochure, it is not always possible. We regret that if sponsorship is not received, those meals will be on your own.

Corporate-Sponsored Sessions

Some states have enacted strict compliance and disclosure requirements for pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturers and healthcare professionals. If your state does NOT permit sponsors to provide meals during educational sessions, you may attend the session, but you will not be permitted to partake of the meal.

2025 GAPNA Annual Conference Planning Committee

Leslie Chang Evertson, DNP, RN, GNP-BC, Chair
Audrey Perry, DNP, M.Ed(c), CRNP, A-GNP-C, CNM, CNE, FACNM
Cotenna Clark, AGNP-C, APRN, MA
Catherine O. D'Amico, PhD, RN
Deanna S. Adams, PLLC, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, AGACNP-BC, GS-C, CEN
Mary DiGiulio, DNP, ANP-BC, GNP-BC, FAAN
Letha M. Joseph, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, FFNMRCSI, FAANP
Michele Talley, ACNP-BC FAAN FAANP PhD FNAP, Board Liaison
 

Director of Education

Linda Wright, DrNP, RN, CNN, CCTC

Conference and Exhibit Management:

Anthony J. Jannetti, Inc.
East Holly Avenue, Box 56
Pitman, NJ 08071-0056
856-256-2300
FAX 856-589-7463
www.ajj.com

Exhibitor Information

The Gerontological Advanced Practice Nurses Association (GAPNA) invites you to join us at our 2025 Annual Conference. GAPNA is a dynamic and emerging professional organization representing the interests of advanced practice nurses who care for older adults.

Our annual Conference will take place September 11-13, 2025 at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. GAPNA is a name chosen to reflect the diversity of our current and potential members, all who are interested in providing the highest quality of care to older adults. We are the only advanced practice nursing organization that focuses on older adults, the fastest growing segment of the population.

GAPNA members are interested in a wide variety of topics that range from clinical issues to health policy issues. Our educational tracks feature expert faculty presenting cutting-edge information on medical and nursing care, pharmacology, social support, and health policy pertaining to older adults. We encourage you to make plans to join us in Las Vegas where you will have a great opportunity to connect with this emergent and unique group of healthcare providers!

Meghan Cash
National Sales Manager
Meghan.cash@ajj.com

GAPNA Foundation Events

The mission of the GAPNA Foundation is to provide financial grants to support scholarly research projects related to gerontological nursing and provide educational opportunities for registered and advanced practice nurses working with older adults. Help us achieve this mission by supporting these fundraising events in Las Vegas.

Register for these events when completing your conference registration process.

Best Ball Fun Golf Tournament
When:
Wednesday, September 11th. Tee Time at 12:45 pm.
Where: Painted Desert Golf Club Las Vegas

At Painted Desert Golf Club Las Vegas, experience the mountain views and a true desert course, just twenty minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, in Summerlin. As you tee off, you will feel transported from the casinos and overpowering glitz to a place where you can enjoy the fresh, calming scenes of the Nevada foothills.


Cost: $150.00 - Includes green fees, 2 sleeves of golf balls, and electric cart with GPS. Taylor Golf clubs available for rental for $70 each.

Fun Run/Walk
When:
Friday, September 13th at 6:30 am.
Where: Meet in hotel lobby.
Cost: $25.00
Raffle Basket Auction
When:
During Exhibit Hall hours Raffle basket auction is open during Exhibit Hall hours at the Foundation booth. Purchase raffle tickets at the Foundation Booth during Exhibit Hall hours and enter for your chance to win one of the many prizes donated by the GAPNA Chapters.