American Nurse

JULY 9, 2025

These reports provide critical insights into the evolving role of the doctor of nursing practice (DNP) in advancing nursing leadership. DNP overview In 2008, the IOM and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF) launched a 2-year initiative to transform nursing education and practice. See DNP program growth.)

Leadership

Registered Nursing

JUNE 10, 2025

Each program offers unique features that can impact the educational experience and career trajectory. Programs accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) or Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) meet rigorous standards.

Leadership

Health Leaders | Nursing

APRIL 4, 2025

The nurse leaders at AONL 2025 are looking to revolutionize nursing education and promote nursing advocacy. This year, technology was the main superstar as leaders brainstormed the pros and cons of AI and the best use cases for virtual nursing. Here are two of those innovative ideas.

Promotion

American Medical Compliance

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

By answering these questions, healthcare providers can develop a targeted care plan to promote healing and prevent further complications. Additionally, the underlying etiology, whether it be vascular, pressure-related, diabetic, or another condition, influences the approach to care and the selection of appropriate interventions.

APRN

Penn Nursing

OCTOBER 26, 2021

Develop and execute an action plan that promotes innovation in nursing education, both in-residence and online. The Path Forward The Penn Nursing Learning Lab will be a dynamic, nimble space in which all facets of nursing education are continually evaluated for ongoing enhancement/ modification.

Preceptors

Registered Nursing

APRIL 12, 2025

The program emphasizes health promotion, patient assessment, and evidence-based care across a lifespan, with a curriculum that includes 30 semester hours of coursework. With six annual intakes and an asynchronous online format, the program accommodates working nurses seeking career advancement. Hybrid online and onsite format.

Nurse Practitioner

The Nurse Break

MAY 20, 2025

I am proud of my Nursing education and bedside experience, but I do embrace the opportunity to bridge the gap between nursing and medical teams. What advice would you have for other health professionals in dealing with acutely unwell and dying children? I believe that AHPRA should endorse NPs based on their speciality.

Nurse Practitioner

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

An innovative approach to help new graduate nurses transition into practice Takeaways: As the nursing shortage continues, more new nursing graduates will take jobs in specialty areas such as critical care. Nursing graduates face many stressors and must be supported during their transition into practice.

Professional Development

Diversity Nursing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Nurse Educators play a crucial role in shaping the future of Nursing by preparing the next generation of Nurses to meet evolving healthcare needs. Their responsibilities extend beyond traditional patient care to education, mentoring, and influencing the development of Nursing professionals.

Nurse Educator

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

As the president of the Florida Nurses Foundation (FNF), I am proud to highlight the value our organization brings in promoting scholarship and research. Elevating Nursing Education One of the primary goals of FNF is to support nursing education through scholarships and grants.

Promotion

American Nurse

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Building on this expectation from the code of ethics, the scope and standards of practice for nursing (ANA, 2021) includes a specific competency related to education, stating that “the registered nurse seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking” (p.98).

Nurse Educator

Minority Nurse

AUGUST 16, 2023

Together, they laid the groundwork for the first nursing association in the United States: the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools of Nursing. First to the National League of Nursing Education in 1912 and finally to the National League for Nursing in 1952. The name changed twice.

Professional Development

American Nurse

JUNE 3, 2024

The future of nursing education and professional development Takeaways: Artificial intelligence (AI) and prompt engineering serves as an innovation within nursing and nursing education. For example, you could input the following: “I need to generate a nursing care plan. See Prompt template.)

Professional Development

Every Nurse

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The Significance of Diversity in Nurse Education The significance of diversity in nurse education cannot be overstated. One reason diversity is important in nurse education is that it promotes cultural competence , allowing future nurses to effectively interact with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds.

Nurse Educator

The Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 3, 2024

Nursing is a field that is deeply rooted in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), yet it has historically been overlooked as a STEM profession. Recognizing nursing as a STEM field could help elevate the perceived status of the profession and challenge these outdated stereotypes.

Professional Development

American Nurse

MAY 1, 2023

The month-long celebration of the nursing profession allows for many opportunities to promote appreciation of the invaluable contributions of nurses. May 2022 is divided into four weekly focus areas—Self-Care, Recognition, Professional Development, and Community Engagement. How will you celebrate?

LPN

Amercan Journal of Nursing

APRIL 29, 2025

Education and Professional Development Nursing education must prepare clinicians to navigate WPV with both ethical clarity and practical skills. Their influence is critical in promoting ethical practice and preventing avoidable harm. Ensuring safe practice environments is a moral imperative.

Self-Care

American Nurse

AUGUST 1, 2024

Mentoring serves as a partnership between the experienced nurse and less-experienced colleague, which includes shared accountability for mutually defined goals. The aim is professional development rather than skill development. Ultimately, they play a large and fulfilling role in retaining newly hired nurses.

Professional Development

The Nurse Break

JUNE 28, 2022

Clinical Education – whose job is it anyway? Clinical nurse educators and those that work within education teams (and may be known be other names such as clinical development nurses, or staff development nurses) are at the forefront of clinical education. Silen, C., & McGrath, C.

Education

Nurse.com

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Eventually knowledge sharing was formalized and is what we think of today when we think of nursing education. Nursing education began in hospital-based programs, but over time and after higher demands for nurses, it moved into formalized academic settings (colleges and universities).

Continuing Education

Diversity Nursing

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Many licensing boards and professional organizations require Nurses to complete a certain number of CE hours to renew licenses or maintain certifications. By fulfilling these requirements, Nurses demonstrate commitment to ongoing learning and professional development. The Benefits of CE CE offers numerous benefits.

Continuing Education

American Nurse

APRIL 6, 2023

Takeaways: Through shared governance, nurses are encouraged to participate in organizational decision-making to satisfy professional obligations. Incorporating ethical competence and professional development into everyday nursing practice is imperative to fulfilling ethical obligations for optimal patient care.

Promotion

Registered Nursing

APRIL 29, 2024

Nursing students need training to deliver culturally competent care, but the current curricula often fall short. Typically, LGBTQ+ topics are confined to disease-related issues, overlooking broader aspects of patient-centered health promotion ( Lim, Brown, & Kim, 2014 ).

Promotion

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Regardless of their level of nursing , a successful nurse is someone who exhibits compassion, empathy, and commitment—and who dedicates their career to personal growth and professional development. To exhibit professionalism in nursing, focus on these skills: Conflict resolution.

Self-Care

Nurse.com

MAY 23, 2022

Created in 1978 as a nonprofit educational forum, the AAACN works expand the reach of ambulatory care nurses to achieve a greater positive impact for patients. The organization offers several professional development outlets, including an annual conference, online resources, webinars, and a career center. Anesthesia.

Professional Development

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The event celebrated the nursing community’s achievements and provided opportunities for professional development. Keynote Speakers Cheryl Peterson, MSN, RN , discussed ethics, healthy work environments, and advocacy in nursing.

Mental Health

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Executive leadership support contributes to the success of initiatives that promote personal and professional development of frontline clinicians through formal mentorship. Through formal mentorship in professional development workshops, HMH sustains a research-rich infrastructure. J Am Assoc Nurse Pract.

Professional Development

American Nurse

APRIL 2, 2024

Many 4-year schools require a terminal degree to teach full-time in their undergraduate programs, but only 1% of nurses hold a PhD. In addition, according to the National Advisory Council on Nurse Education and Practice (NACNEP), the average doctorally prepared nurse faculty member is in their 50s, which means they may soon retire.

Preceptors

American Nurse

JULY 10, 2023

From 2007 to 2011, I was appointed to the National Advisory Council [NAC] on nursing education and practice to advise the [U.S. Congress on nursing education and practice. Take professional development courses in leadership skills. I’ve been in leadership since early 2005, when I became a nurse manager.

Leadership

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

According to a 2021 ANA poll, 62% of nurses felt overwhelmed, and 55% considered quitting due to stress and burnout (ANA, 2023). Effect on Patient Care Nursing shortages impact patient safety and quality. High patient-to-nurse ratios promote mortality, medical mistakes, and longer hospital stays.

Nurse Shortage

American Nurse

OCTOBER 30, 2023

Takeaways: Nursing students report stress related to academic and clinical settings. Nurse educators can role-model self-care behaviors to promote students’ personal health and wellness. Addressing stress experienced by undergraduate nursing students can prove complex. Provision 5.2

Self-Care

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

For example, a limited LPN pipeline, staffing constraints that require floating LPNs outside of their home units, limited educational programs, and less-than-competitive acute care LPN compensation may create barriers to recruitment and retention. More LPN education programs can help promote broadscale acute CDM shifts that support RN staff.

LPN

American Nurse

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The report recommended that accrediting bodies, nursing programs, health care organizations, and professional development educators from multiple professions collaborate to ensure that nurses, nursing students, and faculty continue their education and engage in lifelong learning.

APRN

Post University

JULY 22, 2024

An In-Depth Look at Nursing Specializations Nursing specializations are targeted areas of practice that call for additional training or experience beyond the scope of a ‘standard’ nursing education.

APRN

American Nurse

JANUARY 3, 2024

Establishing this connection engages nurses and helps them see the worth of scholarly work. The Magnet Recognition Program®, considered the gold standard and a road map for nursing excellence, also provides an avenue for helping nurses realize the connection between scholarly work, nursing practice, and patient outcomes.

Education

Every Nurse

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Another significant benefit of a career as a military nurse is the opportunity for career advancement. The military follows a structured career progression system, providing nurses with clear pathways for growth and promotion.

Military

Relias

APRIL 17, 2024

Support nurse recruitment and retention by attracting and retaining highly skilled and motivated nurses who value professional development and growth. Increase nurse engagement and empowerment by involving nurses in decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational change.

Professional Development