In this episode of Nursing EDge Unscripted, Dr. Steven Palazzo hosts a discussion with Dr. Ashley York and Mrs. Laura Wynn about their article on fostering clinical judgment in nursing students through active learning. The conversation centers on a “7 Station Simulation” strategy designed to bridge the gap between classroom theory and clinical practice for first-semester nursing students. This simulation includes hands-on experiences, realistic scenarios, and guided reflection to help students develop critical thinking and holistic care skills. Feedback from students highlighted increased confidence and a better understanding of the importance of documentation and patient-centered care. The educators plan to continue refining the simulation and measuring its impact on students’ transition into clinical settings.

York, Ashley; Wynn, Laura. Fostering Clinical Judgment and Promoting Transition Into First Clinical Rotation Through Active Learning. Nursing Education Perspectives 46(4):p 260-261, 7/8 2025. | DOI: 10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000001293

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.

In this episode of Nursing EDge Unscripted, Dr. Raquel Bertiz hosts a candid conversation with Dr. Amber Young-Brice and Dr. Kyla Farrar Stern about the evolving role and preparation of nurse educators. Drawing from their own academic journeys, Amber and Kyla share challenges they faced transitioning from clinical practice to teaching, highlighting the importance of mentorship and structured pedagogical support. They reflect on the gaps in educator preparation and offer insights on how institutions can better equip future nurse faculty. The discussion emphasizes the need to reimagine what it means to be a nurse educator in today’s academic and clinical environments. Through storytelling, humor, and honest dialogue, this episode sheds light on the personal and professional growth that shapes effective nursing educators.

Farrar Stern, K., & Young Brice, A. (2024). Change in expectations: A policy recommendation for future and current nurse educators. Journal of Professional Nursing, 54, 260–263. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.profnurs.2024.08.003

Young-Brice, A., Farrar-Stern, K. & Malin, S. (2022). Comprehensive Onboarding and Orientation Increases Retention Among Newly Hired Faculty. Nurse Educator, 47(6), 347-351. Doi: 10.1097/NNE.0000000000001242

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.

In this episode, Dr. Steven Palazzo hosts Ms. Melissa Hinds, Dr. Jannyse Tapp, and Dr. Claire McKinley Yoder to discuss their contributions to the book, Nursing Leaders Driving Health Equity: Tackling Social and Structural Determinants. The book, developed by the inaugural NLN/Walden Social Determinants of Health & Social Change Leadership Academy cohort, offers practical tools for nurse educators and leaders to address health inequities. They highlight how the book supports the development of nurse leaders committed to advancing health equity. Listeners are encouraged to consider how nursing education can promote social justice and transform health care systems.

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Discover how the NLN/Walden University College of Nursing Institute for Social Determinants of Health & Social Change is advancing education and leadership: https://www.nlnwaldensdoh.org/

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Applications are open through September 30 for the 2026 NLN/Walden Social Determinants of Health & Social Change Leadership Academy. Join a community of changemakers: https://apply-nln.smapply.io/prog/2026_nlnwalden_social_determinants_of_health_social_change_leadership_academy/

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.

Hosts Dr. Raquel Bertiz and Dr. Kellie Bryant welcome Dr. Lisa Seldomridge, professor at Salisbury University, to discuss faculty mentoring and the nursing workforce shortage. Dr. Seldomridge highlights the importance of structured mentoring programs to support new and experienced nursing faculty, ensuring their success in academia. The conversation explores the impact of the nursing shortage, emphasizing how mentorship can help retain faculty and strengthen the pipeline of nursing educators. Strategies for faculty development, including professional growth opportunities and peer support networks, are discussed as key solutions. The episode concludes with a call to action for institutions to prioritize mentoring programs, fostering a stronger and more resilient nursing education workforce.

Learn more about the Faculty Academy and Mentorship Initiative of Maryland (FAMI-MD):
www.salisbury.edu/academic-offices/health-and-human-services/nursing/fami-md-academy/

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.

In this episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, hosts Dr. Raquel Bertiz and Dr. Kellie Bryant welcome Dr. Rachel Cox Simms to discuss the role of generative AI in nursing education. Dr. Cox Simms shares how she integrates AI tools like ChatGPT into her teaching, using them for NCLEX-style question development, case studies, and interactive learning. She emphasizes the importance of AI literacy for both students and faculty, ensuring educators understand its strengths, limitations, and ethical considerations. The conversation highlights challenges in AI adoption, including misinformation, bias, and the need for human oversight in AI-generated content. The episode concludes with practical advice for nurse educators, encouraging them to explore AI, experiment with its applications, and integrate it responsibly into nursing curricula.

Learn more about AI from Dr. Cox Simms:
Simms R. C. (2024). Work with ChatGPT, not against: 3 teaching strategies that harness the power of artificial Intelligence. Nurse educator, 49(3), 158–161. https://doi.org/10.1097/NNE.0000000000001634

Cox, R. L., Hunt, K. L., & Hill, R. R. (2023). Comparative Analysis of NCLEX-RN Questions: A Duel Between ChatGPT and Human Expertise. The Journal of nursing education, 62(12), 679–687. https://doi.org/10.3928/01484834-20231006-07

Simms, R.C. (2024). Using chatGPT for tailored NCLEX prep in virtual office hours. Nurse Educator, 49(4):p 227, DOI: 10.1097/NNE.0000000000001611

Simms, R.C. (2025).Generative artificial intelligence (AI) literacy in nursing education: A crucial call to action, Nurse Education Today, Volume 146, 106544,ISSN 0260-6917, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.nedt.2024.106544

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.

In this episode, Dr. Steven Palazzo hosts Drs. Deborah Finn-Romero, Megan Jester, and Sara Kaylor to discuss their contributions to the book, Nursing Leaders Driving Health Equity: Tackling Social and Structural Determinants. The book, developed by the inaugural NLN/Walden Social Determinants of Health & Social Change Leadership Academy cohort, offers practical tools for nurse educators and leaders to address health inequities. The guests stress the need to shift from cultural to structural competence and to empower nurses to drive systemic change through leadership and policy influence. Ultimately, the book serves as a practical, reflective resource for fostering inclusive, equity-driven nursing education and leadership.

Now Available:

Nursing Leaders Driving Health Equity: Tackling Social and Structural Determinants. Explore this essential resource today at NLN Bookstore, powered by Wolters Kluwer: https://nln.lww.com/Nursing-Leaders-Driving-Health-Equity/p/9781975248307

Learn more:

Discover how the NLN/Walden University College of Nursing Institute for Social Determinants of Health & Social Change is advancing education and leadership: https://www.nlnwaldensdoh.org/

Apply Now:

Applications are open through September 30 for the 2026 NLN/Walden Social Determinants of Health & Social Change Leadership Academy. Join a community of changemakers: https://apply-nln.smapply.io/prog/2026_nlnwalden_social_determinants_of_health_social_change_leadership_academy/

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.

In this episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, hosts Dr. Kellie Bryant and Dr. Raquel Bertiz welcome guests Dr. Sarah Beebe and Dr. Donna Guerra to discuss Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) and its impact on CPR training. They explore how RQI's simulation-based, self-directed model enhances skill retention by replacing traditional biennial certification with quarterly, high-frequency, low-dose training. The guests share success stories demonstrating how RQI has boosted provider confidence and improved patient outcomes, including students effectively performing CPR in clinical settings. They discuss the implementation process in academic and healthcare institutions, addressing challenges, faculty and staff engagement, and system maintenance. The episode concludes with tips for organizations considering RQI, emphasizing clear communication, early staff buy-in, and the long-term benefits of integrating this innovative training approach.

Learn more about the RQI for Nursing Education program.

Research on RQI

Implementation of the RQI System: Baseline Skills and Self-Report Competence and Confidence Data From 12 NLN Inaugural Change Agent Nursing Programs Authors: S. Kardong-Edgren, D. Nikitas, E. Gavin, et al. Nursing Education, 2025 Mota, S. (2023). Resuscitation quality improvement: improving clinicians’ performance. AACN Advanced Critical Care, 34(3), 182-188.

Mota, S. (2023). Resuscitation quality improvement: improving clinicians’ performance. AACN Advanced Critical Care, 34(3), 182-188.

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.

In this episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, host Kellie Bryant from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Sabrina Beroz, Monique Davis, and Jasline Moreno. The episode explores the Maryland Clinical Simulation Resource Consortium (MCSRC), a statewide initiative supporting simulation-based nursing education through funding, training, and equipment. Originating in 2015 with a $3.1 million grant, the consortium has expanded to include 30 nursing programs, standardized simulation tools, and professional development pathways for educators. The discussion highlights the importance of needs assessments, stakeholder buy-in, and continuous evaluation in sustaining and growing the initiative. Future plans include immersive virtual reality, objective structured teaching encounters (OSTEs) for faculty evaluation, and endorsement programs to enhance simulation education. MCSRC is a model for other states seeking to establish similar simulation consortia.

Learn more about the Maryland Clinical Simulation Resource Consortium by visiting their website: www.montgomerycollege.edu/MCSRC.

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.