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NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted

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The NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted podcast, brought to you by the National League for Nursing Center for Innovation in Education Excellence, offers episodes on the how-to of innovation and transformation in nursing education. Each conversation embraces the power of innovation to inspire educators and propel nursing education forward.

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Episodes

Surface – Nursing Education Without Boundaries: Blending the Art & Science of Teaching – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guests Dr. Mary Fey and Dr. Sue Forneris. The discussion delves into the integration of the art and science of teaching in nursing education, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based teaching practices. Dr. Fey and Dr. Forneris explore the concept of psychological safety and its role in creating effective learning environments. They highlight the need for educators to shift from traditional teaching me...

Nov 18, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Saga – Mary Adelaide Nutting

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Mary Adelaide Nutting. Mary Adelaide Nutting was a pioneering nurse educator who played a crucial role in raising the quality of nursing education and establishing formal training standards. She expanded the curriculum at Johns Hopkins Training School, co-founded the American Journal of Nursing, and became the first woman to hold a professorship in nursing at Columbia University. Nutting's efforts led to the public...

Nov 11, 20218 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Scholarship – How Nursing Faculty Experience the Effects of Workplace Incivility – Part I

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track is part one of two featuring guests Lynne Porter Lewallen and Jayme Trocino Sherrod. The discussion centers on workplace incivility in nursing academia, exploring its effects on the physical and psychological health of nursing faculty. The guests highlight the lack of diversity in their sample and the broader implications for understanding incivility across different demographic groups. They introduce the theoretical framework use...

Nov 04, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Saga – Margaret Newman

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Margaret Newman. Margaret Newman, initially trained in home economics and English, shifted her career to nursing after caring for her mother with ALS, which inspired her understanding of health amidst disease. She developed the theory of health as expanding consciousness, emphasizing the nurse-patient relationship and the concept of health beyond physical wellness. Dr. Newman held significant academic positions, pu...

Oct 28, 20219 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Scholarship – Delivering Culturally Sensitive Care to LGBTQ+ Patients

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Dr. Todd Tartavoulle and Dr. Jessica Landry. The discussion focuses on educating nursing students about delivering culturally sensitive care to LGBTQ+ patients, highlighting the importance of inclusivity, diversity, and equity in health care. Dr. Landry shares a poignant experience with a transgender patient that underscored the need for better training and understanding among health care providers. The guests describe th...

Oct 21, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Saga – Hazel Johnson-Brown

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Hazel Johnson-Brown. Brigadier General Hazel Johnson-Brown was the first black female general in the United States Army and the first black chief of the Army Nurse Corps. Her career was marked by dedication to duty, excellence in clinical practice, and educational advancement, including earning a doctorate and implementing quality assurance measures in treatment facilities. Johnson-Brown's leadership led to signifi...

Oct 14, 20218 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Surface – Making Connections: Interprofessional Partnerships to Bridge the Gap

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guests Dr. Sabra Custer and Dr. Omar Lucas. The discussion focuses on interprofessional education (IPE) and its significance in healthcare, highlighting a successful model implemented at the University of South Carolina. Dr. Custer and Dr. Lucas explain how their program integrates students from nursing, medicine, pharmacy, and social work to provide comprehensive care in an HIV clinic. They emphasize the importance of collab...

Oct 07, 202132 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Surface – Exploring a Path to Leadership through Inspiration and Story

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Bimbola Akintade. Dr. Akintade shares his journey into nursing, starting from his initial struggles in school to becoming an accomplished nurse practitioner and educator. He discusses the importance of mentorship and support in overcoming challenges and achieving professional growth. The conversation highlights his transition from clinician to educator, emphasizing the difficulties and rewards of this shift. Dr. Akintad...

Sep 30, 202137 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Saga – Debra Spunt

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Debra Spunt. Debra Spunt was a pioneer in the use of simulation in nursing education, serving as the Director of Clinical Simulation Labs at the University of Maryland's School of Nursing. She was the first president of the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning, significantly advancing simulation practices worldwide. Spunt's contributions were recognized through the establishment of...

Sep 16, 202110 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Saga – Hildegard Peplau

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Hildegard Peplau. Known as the mother of psychiatric nursing, Dr. Peplau revolutionized the field by emphasizing the importance of the nurse-patient relationship and developing the theory of interpersonal relations in nursing. Her work led to the creation of the first graduate-level program for clinical specialists in psychiatric nursing at Rutgers University. Peplau's contributions helped elevate nursing from a cu...

Sep 09, 20218 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Scholarship – Developing a Social Determinants of Learning™ Framework: A Case Study

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Dr. Carla D. Sanderson, Dr. Linda Hollinger-Smith, and Dr. Karen Cox. The discussion centers on developing a social determinants of learning framework to address learning disparities among nursing students. The guests highlight the importance of considering non-academic factors such as socioeconomic status, housing stability, and access to healthy food, which significantly impact student success. They emphasize the need f...

Sep 02, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Saga – Susie King Taylor

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Susie King Taylor. Born into slavery, Susie King Taylor became the first African American woman to serve as a nurse during the Civil War, providing care and advocating for smallpox vaccination among soldiers. Despite Georgia's strict laws against educating African Americans, she learned to read and write through an underground education system, which she later used to help others. After the war, she opened schools ...

Aug 26, 20217 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Surface – Steering the Ship: Navigating Shared Governance During Curriculum Change

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Dr. Alicia Ribar. The discussion centers on navigating curriculum change in nursing education, emphasizing the importance of shared governance and academic freedom. Dr. Ribar explains the concept of academic freedom and its role in curriculum development, highlighting the need for faculty to understand both the macro and micro levels of the curriculum. The conversation also addresses the challenges of onboarding new fac...

Aug 19, 202123 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Saga – Isabel Hampton Robb

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Isabel Hampton Robb. Isabel Hampton Robb was a pioneering nurse, author, and leader who played a crucial role in organizing the nursing profession in the United States. She was instrumental in founding the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses, which later became the National League for Nursing. Robb's contributions included extending nursing programs, establishing an eight-hour workday...

Aug 12, 20218 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Scholarship – Microaggressions in Academia: Consequences and Considerations

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Kumhee Ro and Joshua Villarreal. The discussion centers on the concept of microaggressions in academia, particularly within health care education, and their impact on faculty and students of color. The guests explore the relationship between microaggressions and implicit bias, emphasizing how these subtle, often unintentional behaviors can perpetuate inequality and negatively affect cognitive function. They share personal...

Aug 05, 202134 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Surface – Roving Leadership: Creating Choices for Meaning and Inspiration – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guest Sal Tagliareni. The discussion continues exploring the concept of roving leadership, emphasizing the importance of reflection, understanding resistance, and establishing rules of engagement. Dr. Tagliareni highlights the need for creating safe environments where faculty can take risks and engage in meaningful development. He also stresses the significance of visualizing outcomes and the power of choi...

Jul 29, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Saga – Linda Richards

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track celebrates the life of Linda Richards. Linda Richards was the first professionally trained American nurse, known for her pioneering efforts in nursing education and hospital administration. She developed one of the first hospital medical records systems and established training schools for nurses across the United States and Japan. Richards also served as the first president of the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools ...

Jul 22, 20219 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Surface – Roving Leadership: Creating Choices for Meaning and Inspiration – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guest Sal Tagliareni. The discussion explores the concept of roving leadership, emphasizing that leadership is a choice and can be exercised by anyone, regardless of their formal position or personality type. Dr. Tagliareni shares insights from his experiences, including his time with Viktor Frankl, highlighting the importance of recognizing and leveraging choices in challenging circumstances. He dispels c...

Jul 15, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Saga – NLN History – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the history of the National League for Nursing. The episode highlights the transformation of nursing education following the formation of the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses in 1893. It discusses the establishment of the National League of Nursing Education in 1912 and its evolution into the National League for Nursing in 1952, emphasizing the importance of university affi...

Jul 15, 20219 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Scholarship – Ethical Dilemmas for Nursing Students and Faculty: In Their Own Voices

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Veronica Feeg and Diane Mancino. The discussion focuses on ethical dilemmas faced by nursing students and faculty, highlighting the prevalence of moral distress when external constraints prevent the right course of action. The guests share insights from their study, which involved surveying students and faculty about their experiences with ethical dilemmas, revealing significant differences in perspectives. They emphasize...

Jul 01, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Surface – Big Wisdom in Small Packages – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guest Dr. Susan Bindon. The conversation continues to explore the nuances of teaching and mentoring, with a focus on online education and maintaining faculty presence in virtual environments. Dr. Bindon emphasizes the importance of being present, both cognitively and socially, to create a supportive learning environment. She also discusses strategies for new faculty members, including setting realistic goa...

Jun 24, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Saga – NLN History – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the history of the National League for Nursing. The episode recounts the formation of the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses in 1893, marking the beginning of organized nursing in the U.S. It highlights the growth of nursing education influenced by Nightingale's principles and the establishment of standards and curricula. The Society faced opposition from physicians but worke...

Jun 24, 20219 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Surface – Big Wisdom in Small Packages – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guest Dr. Susan Bindon. The conversation delves into the subtle art of teaching and mentoring, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and preparedness in educational practice. Dr. Bindon shares insights on navigating challenges in teaching, such as managing impostor syndrome and maintaining consistency for students. She highlights the significance of having a clear teaching philosophy and using simple, ...

Jun 17, 202126 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Surface – Dreaming about the Future of Nursing Education

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Dr. Beverly Malone. The discussion centers on the legacy of Florence Nightingale and her visionary contributions to nursing, emphasizing the importance of dreaming and innovation in the profession. Dr. Malone highlights the need for nurses to embrace their role as leaders and advocates, leveraging their unique perspectives to drive change. She also addresses the challenges of structural racism and health inequities, urg...

Jun 17, 202129 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Surface – Defining Moments in Teaching – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guest Dr. Shannon Idzik. The conversation continues to explore the concept of defining moments in teaching and faculty development, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and creating positive transitions for new faculty. Dr. Idzik discusses strategies for supporting students through challenges and failures, highlighting the value of diversity and different perspectives in nursing education. She also add...

Jun 17, 202122 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Surface – Defining Moments in Teaching – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guest Dr. Shannon Idzik. The discussion focuses on the concept of defining moments in teaching, inspired by the book "The Power of Moments" by Chip and Dan Heath. Dr. Idzik shares personal experiences and insights on creating impactful and transformational learning experiences for students. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and investing in key moments that elevate, provide insight, and foster c...

Jun 17, 202125 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Surface – Beneath the Surface

This first episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features hosts Michelle Moulton and Rachel Onello, who introduce themselves and set the stage for the conversations to come. They explain the meaning behind the “Surface” theme, using the metaphor of water’s surface tension to describe how nurse educators experience moments of calm, disruption, and reorganization. The hosts share their vision for creating a space that explores the challenges, vulnerabilities, and growth that occ...

Jun 17, 202112 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Scholarship – How would Socrates enhance online learning in nursing education?

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Dr. Robin Dewald. The discussion explores how Socratic questioning can enhance online learning in nursing education, emphasizing the importance of asking purposeful questions to foster critical thinking and engagement. Dr. Dewald explains how Socratic methods align with the scientific method and nursing practices, encouraging students to scrutinize and question everything. The conversation highlights the role of critical ...

Jun 16, 202130 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Scholarship – 20-year Synthetic Biology Research Roadmap

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Dr. Karen Frith. Dr. Frith discusses her work on the 20-year synthetic biology research map and its implications for vaccine development, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. She highlights the interdisciplinary nature of her research at the University of Alabama in Huntsville, where collaboration with engineering and computer science departments is common. Dr. Frith also emphasizes the importance of educ...

Jun 16, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Scholarship – Exploring Grit Among Black Prelicensure Nursing Students

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Dr. Amber Young-Brice and Dr. Kristina Dreifurst. They discuss their study on grit among Black pre-licensure nursing students, highlighting the importance of perseverance and long-term goals in overcoming challenges. The conversation delves into the historical and ongoing lack of diversity in nursing education and the profession, emphasizing the need for more inclusive practices. Dr. Young-Brice and Dr. Dreifurst explore ...

Jun 16, 202127 minSeason 1Ep. 2
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