NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the life of Verle Waters. The podcast explores Verle's involvement in the NLN Curriculum Revolution, where she encouraged associate degree nursing (ADN) faculty to embrace innovation and reduce rigid classroom protocols. Despite challenges, Verle persisted in fostering engaged learning and collaboration between educators and clinical partners, leading to the development of the senior preceptorship model. Her efforts in securing funding and promoting new educational practices significantly impacted nursing education. The episode concludes by honoring Verle's legacy as a champion of nursing education reform and her advice to always welcome innovation and never turn your back on a revolution.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the life of Verle Waters. The podcast highlights Verle's significant contributions to nursing education, particularly her role in the associate degree nursing education revolution. Verle was instrumental in developing family-centered nursing courses and welcoming diverse students into the profession, changing the face of the nursing workforce. Despite facing backlash from diploma and baccalaureate programs, she persisted and helped establish over 600 ADN programs across the U.S. Verle's advocacy for ADN graduates and her efforts in nursing education reform shaped her career as a leading voice in the movement.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the life of Luther Christman. The podcast continues to explore Dr. Christman's significant contributions to nursing, focusing on his advocacy for increasing diversity in the profession and raising educational standards. Dr. Christman promoted the idea that nursing faculty should have joint responsibilities in both academia and clinical practice, a concept he developed as dean of Rush University College of Nursing. He also championed the clinical nurse specialist role to enhance bedside care and primary nursing. Despite being viewed as an educational maverick, Dr. Christman remained a steadfast advocate for advancing the profession through diversity, knowledge, and adaptation to new technologies.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Amanda Cornine. The discussion centers on Dr. Cornine's research on the facilitators and inhibitors of LPN-to-RN student transition, highlighting the importance of faculty support and the challenges faced by LPNs entering RN programs midway. The study found that emotional and academic support from faculty, as well as recognition of prior LPN experience, were less commonly reported facilitators. Dr. Cornine suggests that educators should be more intentional in integrating LPN-to-RN students into existing cohorts and providing opportunities for interaction and support. The episode emphasizes the need for evidence-based interventions to support LPN-to-RN students and enhance their transition experience.

Learn more about Dr. Cornine's work, "Facilitators and Inhibitors of LPN-to-RN Student Transition: A Cross-Sectional National Survey."

Cornine, Amanda E.; Crawford, Sybil L.; Sullivan-Bolyai, Susan. (2022). Facilitators and Inhibitors of LPN-to-RN Student Transition: A Cross-Sectional National Survey. Nursing Education Perspectives,  10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000001051

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guests John Mikovits and Beth Hallmark. The discussion focuses on the NLN ACE+ Series, which equips nurse educators with tools to teach care for LGBTQ+ individuals and address health disparities they face. Drs. Mikovits and Hallmark emphasize the importance of affirming care and integrating LGBTQ+ content throughout nursing curricula rather than treating it as a special topic. They highlight the role of simulation and debriefing in fostering understanding and dialogue about LGBTQ+ health needs. The episode encourages nurse educators to embrace discomfort and engage in continuous learning to provide culturally competent care.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the life of Luther Christman. The podcast highlights Dr. Christman's tireless advocacy for male and minority nurses and his pioneering work in advancing nursing education. As the first dean of Rush University College of Nursing, he developed a unified pedagogical approach combining academia with clinical practice, setting a new standard for nursing education. Dr. Christman also founded the National Male Nurse Association, which became the American Assembly for Men in Nursing. The episode explores his early life, challenges faced as a male nurse, and his journey in academia, setting the stage for part two which will delve deeper into his contributions and lasting influence on the profession.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features co-hosts Michelle Moulton and Jenny O'Rourke discussing highlights of the 2022 NLN Summit. The conversation covers key themes such as climate change, policy involvement, and the importance of integrating simulation standards into clinical practice. They reflect on inspiring talks by notable speakers like Dr. Barbara Sattler, Dr. Patricia Benner, and Dr. Kim Leighton, emphasizing the need for nurse educators to adapt and innovate in their teaching methods. The hosts share personal insights and experiences, encouraging educators to engage in policy-making and to rethink traditional teaching practices. The episode concludes with a call to action for nurse educators to continue evolving and improving their curricula to better prepare students for modern healthcare challenges.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Sue Forneris. The discussion explores the evolution of nursing education and its impact on curriculum design, emphasizing the need for educators to adapt their teaching strategies to match current healthcare complexities. Dr. Forneris highlights the importance of integrating emerging technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches, such as the Educause Horizon Report and the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model, into nursing curricula. The conversation underscores the shift from traditional knowledge transmission to facilitating critical thinking and clinical judgment among nursing students. The episode calls for nurse educators to reflect on these changes and engage in dialogue to enhance curriculum and teaching practices.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the work of Pamela Jeffries. The podcast discusses the evolution of the NLN Jeffries Simulation Framework into a mid-range theory and its application in the landmark National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) study. This study demonstrated that high-quality simulation could replace up to 50% of traditional clinical experiences without compromising student outcomes. The research involved 10 pre-licensure nursing schools and showed no significant differences in clinical competency, nursing knowledge, or NCLEX pass rates between students who had traditional clinical hours and those who had up to half of their clinical hours replaced by simulation. The episode highlights the importance of well-designed simulations and trained faculty in achieving these results, emphasizing simulation's role in transforming nursing education.

Learn more about the NCSBN study:
Hayden, Jennifer K.; Smiley, Richard A.; Alexander, Maryann; Kardong-Edgren, Suzan; and Jeffries, Pamela R.. (2014). "The NCSBN National Simulation Study: A Longitudinal, Randomized, Controlled Study Replacing Clinical Hours with Simulation in Prelicensure Nursing Education". Journal of Nursing Regulation, 5(2), C1-S64.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Roxanne Calabria. The discussion centers on the inclusion of climate change content in nursing programs, highlighting the findings from Calabria's research on nursing faculty's perceptions of climate change and sustainability. The study revealed that a significant number of nursing faculty do not include climate change or sustainability content in their courses, with political affiliation influencing these attitudes. Calabria emphasizes the importance of integrating climate change education throughout the nursing curriculum and suggests resources and strategies for faculty to enhance their knowledge and teaching practices. The episode underscores the need for nursing educators to lead in addressing climate change and sustainability in healthcare education.

Learn more about Dr. Calabria's work, "Nursing Faculty’s Perceptions of Climate Change and Sustainability."

Amerson, Roxanne M.; Boice, Olivia; Mitchell, Hannah; Bible, Joe. (2022). Nursing Faculty’s Perceptions of Climate Change and Sustainability. Nursing Education Perspectives, 43(5):277-282. 

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, Bluesky, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.