In part two of this two-part episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track, guests Cansu Akarsu and Rosie Patterson continue their conversation about the evolving NLN-Laerdal partnership and its focus on advancing nursing education through innovation. The episode centers on competency-based education (CBE) as a solution to challenges in nursing education, highlighting its emphasis on outcome-based learning, learner-driven progress, and integrated assessment. Cansu and Rosie describe how Laerdal’s educational tools—such as vSim, vrClinicals, SimCapture, and Resuscitation Quality Improvement—support diverse, experiential learning modalities and provide real-time feedback for students. The guests emphasize the importance of cross-sector collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and sustainable implementation to ensure that nursing graduates are truly ready for practice. The conversation concludes with reflections on leadership, mentorship, and a shared commitment to mission-driven innovation in nursing.

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