In this episode of the Nursing EDge Unscripted podcast, Dr. Steven Palazzo hosts Dr. Kathleen Poindexter, Interim Associate Dean at Michigan State University, as she reflects on her service as NLN Chair. Dr. Poindexter highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the nursing shortage and the increasing reliance on temporary staff, emphasizing the need for long-term, sustainable solutions. She stresses the importance of stronger academic-healthcare partnerships and the need for more funding, resources, and a unified voice within the nursing profession to address these issues. The conversation also touches on the critical role of diversity, equity, and inclusion in shaping the future of nursing.

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