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NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted

National League for Nursingnursingedge.nln.org

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

Saga – Evolution of Curriculum – Part 4

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part four of four exploring the evolution of nursing curriculum. It discusses how early 20th-century nursing leaders advocated for moving nursing education from hospitals to universities, emphasizing the importance of integrating new knowledge, science, and ethics into the curriculum. The episode highlights the significant contributions of leaders like Annie Goodrich and the impact of the Brown Report, which recommended shifting from ...

Mar 16, 20239 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Saga – Evolution of Curriculum – Part 3

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part three of four exploring the evolution of nursing curriculum. It delves into the development of nursing curriculum standards from the early 20th century, highlighting the contributions of early nurse leaders like Lillian Wald and S. Lillian Clayton, who advocated for the inclusion of community health and mental health training in nursing education. The discussion covers the establishment of national curriculum standards by the Nat...

Mar 09, 20239 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Scholarship – A National Report on Clinical Judgment Model Use in Prelicensure Nursing Curricula

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features guests Mary Ann Jessee and Janet Monagle. They discuss their study on the use of clinical judgment models in prelicensure nursing curricula, highlighting the importance of these models in preparing students for the next generation NCLEX. The study found that while only 27% of nursing programs currently use a clinical judgment model, many plan to adopt one due to the upcoming changes in the NCLEX. Tanner's clinical judgmen...

Mar 02, 202319 minSeason 3Ep. 7

Surface – Exploring the “Third Space”: An Invitation to Redefine the Boundaries of Innovation – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guest Matthew Byrne. Dr. Byrne continues the discussion on the concept of the "third space," emphasizing its importance in fostering innovative problem-solving in health care and nursing education. He highlights the need for intentional creation of third spaces and the challenges of naming and defining this concept. The conversation explores how third spaces can address complex issues like the impact of ar...

Feb 23, 202333 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Surface – Exploring the “Third Space”: An Invitation to Redefine the Boundaries of Innovation – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guest Matthew Byrne. Dr. Byrne discusses the concept of the "third space," where diverse minds and voices come together to solve complex problems in healthcare, nursing education, and clinical practice. He explains how this space allows for the blending of different perspectives and expertise, moving beyond traditional boundaries and roles. The conversation highlights the importance of psychological safety...

Feb 16, 202330 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Saga – Evolution of Curriculum – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of four exploring the evolution of curriculum. It delves into the early efforts to formalize nursing training school curricula and teacher training during the first decade of the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses. The episode highlights the revolutionary ideas of leaders like Agnes Brennan and Isabel Hampton Robb, who emphasized the need to balance theory and practice and called for specialize...

Feb 09, 20238 minSeason 3Ep. 4

Saga – Evolution of Curriculum – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of four exploring the evolution of curriculum. It explores the early evolution of nursing education in the United States from 1893 to 1900. Drawing from archival NLN convention proceedings, the episode highlights the visionary work of early nurse leaders who advocated for standardized curricula and professional training. It recounts the founding of the American Society of Superintendents of Training Schools for Nurses, which ...

Feb 02, 20238 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Surface – BASE Camp: Acclimating Interprofessional Teams to Overcome the Impossible – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guests Kevin Ching and Kathryn Muccino. They discuss the importance of psychological safety and mentorship in the BASE Camp simulation program, emphasizing the need for a supportive environment for both faculty and learners. The conversation highlights the structured mentorship program for junior faculty, which pairs them with experienced educators to develop their debriefing skills. Kathryn Muccino shares...

Jan 26, 202326 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Surface – BASE Camp: Acclimating Interprofessional Teams to Overcome the Impossible – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guests Kevin Ching and Kathryn Muccino. They discuss the origins and structure of BASE Camp, an interprofessional, high-impact simulation program designed to improve teamwork and crisis management skills among healthcare professionals. The program includes pre-conference modules, hands-on practice, and a culminating mass casualty simulation to reinforce learning. The conversation highlights the importance ...

Jan 19, 202328 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Saga – NLN Curriculum Revolution in Review

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track reviews the NLN Curriculum Revolution. It highlights the contributions of nurse educators like Drs. Em Bevis, Nancy Diekelmann, and Christine Tanner, who challenged traditional customs and advocated for transformative changes in nursing education. The episode discusses the initial resistance and eventual acceptance of these revolutionary ideas, emphasizing the need for ongoing reform in teaching strategies and curriculum design. It also ...

Jan 05, 20238 minSeason 2Ep. 46

Surface – Getting the Pulse on Practice: Connecting Clinical to the Classroom – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part two of two featuring guest Kate Boss. The conversation continues to explore the gap between academia and clinical practice, emphasizing the importance of practice readiness and interdisciplinary communication for new graduate nurses. Kate discusses the challenges faced during the pandemic, including supply chain issues and the need for adaptable problem-solving skills. The episode highlights the value of simulation and extende...

Dec 29, 202225 minSeason 2Ep. 45

Surface – Getting the Pulse on Practice: Connecting Clinical to the Classroom – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track is part one of two featuring guest Kate Boss. The discussion centers on bridging the gap between clinical practice and nursing education, highlighting the importance of mentorship and early exposure to educational roles for nursing students. Kate shares her experiences as a clinical nurse and instructor, emphasizing the challenges and rewards of transitioning into educational roles. The conversation explores the need for nurse educato...

Dec 22, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 44

Saga – Verle Waters – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the life of Verle Waters. The podcast explores Verle's involvement in the NLN Curriculum Revolution, where she encouraged associate degree nursing (ADN) faculty to embrace innovation and reduce rigid classroom protocols. Despite challenges, Verle persisted in fostering engaged learning and collaboration between educators and clinical partners, leading to the development of the senior preceptorship model. He...

Dec 15, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 43

Saga – Verle Waters – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the life of Verle Waters. The podcast highlights Verle's significant contributions to nursing education, particularly her role in the associate degree nursing education revolution. Verle was instrumental in developing family-centered nursing courses and welcoming diverse students into the profession, changing the face of the nursing workforce. Despite facing backlash from diploma and baccalaureate programs,...

Dec 08, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 42

Saga – Luther Christman – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the life of Luther Christman. The podcast continues to explore Dr. Christman's significant contributions to nursing, focusing on his advocacy for increasing diversity in the profession and raising educational standards. Dr. Christman promoted the idea that nursing faculty should have joint responsibilities in both academia and clinical practice, a concept he developed as dean of Rush University College of N...

Dec 01, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 41

Scholarship – Facilitators and Inhibitors of LPN-to-RN Student Transition: A Cross-Sectional National Survey

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Amanda Cornine. The discussion centers on Dr. Cornine's research on the facilitators and inhibitors of LPN-to-RN student transition, highlighting the importance of faculty support and the challenges faced by LPNs entering RN programs midway. The study found that emotional and academic support from faculty, as well as recognition of prior LPN experience, were less commonly reported facilitators. Dr. Cornine suggests that e...

Nov 03, 202219 minSeason 2Ep. 40

Surface – Awareness & Affirmation: The NLN ACE+ Series for Nursing Educators and Learners

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guests John Mikovits and Beth Hallmark. The discussion focuses on the NLN ACE+ Series, which equips nurse educators with tools to teach care for LGBTQ+ individuals and address health disparities they face. Drs. Mikovits and Hallmark emphasize the importance of affirming care and integrating LGBTQ+ content throughout nursing curricula rather than treating it as a special topic. They highlight the role of simulation and debrief...

Oct 27, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 39

Saga – Luther Christman – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the life of Luther Christman. The podcast highlights Dr. Christman's tireless advocacy for male and minority nurses and his pioneering work in advancing nursing education. As the first dean of Rush University College of Nursing, he developed a unified pedagogical approach combining academia with clinical practice, setting a new standard for nursing education. Dr. Christman also founded the National Male Nur...

Oct 20, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 38

Surface – Pushing Nursing Education Forward: Highlights of the 2022 NLN Summit

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features co-hosts Michelle Moulton and Jenny O'Rourke discussing highlights of the 2022 NLN Summit. The conversation covers key themes such as climate change, policy involvement, and the importance of integrating simulation standards into clinical practice. They reflect on inspiring talks by notable speakers like Dr. Barbara Sattler, Dr. Patricia Benner, and Dr. Kim Leighton, emphasizing the need for nurse educators to adapt and innov...

Oct 13, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 37

Surface – Celebrating the Year of the Nurse Educator: The Evolution of Nursing Education and Its Impact on Curricula

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Sue Forneris. The discussion explores the evolution of nursing education and its impact on curriculum design, emphasizing the need for educators to adapt their teaching strategies to match current healthcare complexities. Dr. Forneris highlights the importance of integrating emerging technologies and innovative pedagogical approaches, such as the Educause Horizon Report and the NCSBN Clinical Judgment Measurement Model,...

Sep 29, 202226 minSeason 2Ep. 36

Saga – Pamela Jeffries: NCSBN Study – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the work of Pamela Jeffries. The podcast discusses the evolution of the NLN Jeffries Simulation Framework into a mid-range theory and its application in the landmark National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN) study. This study demonstrated that high-quality simulation could replace up to 50% of traditional clinical experiences without compromising student outcomes. The research involved 10 pre-lice...

Sep 22, 202210 minSeason 2Ep. 35

Scholarship – Nursing Faculty’s Perceptions of Climate Change and Sustainability

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Roxanne Calabria. The discussion centers on the inclusion of climate change content in nursing programs, highlighting the findings from Calabria's research on nursing faculty's perceptions of climate change and sustainability. The study revealed that a significant number of nursing faculty do not include climate change or sustainability content in their courses, with political affiliation influencing these attitudes. Cala...

Sep 15, 202222 minSeason 2Ep. 34

Saga – Pamela Jeffries: NLN Laerdal Simulation Study – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the work of Pamela Jeffries. The podcast discusses Dr. Jeffries' pioneering role in conducting the NLN Laerdal Simulation Study, which explored the benefits of simulation in nursing education and provided a framework for its use. The study, conducted with eight nursing schools, highlighted the effectiveness of high fidelity simulations in enhancing decision-making, problem-solving, and student satisfaction....

Sep 08, 20229 minSeason 2Ep. 33

Saga – David Allen – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two celebrating the work of David Allen. The podcast explores Dr. Allen's revolutionary themes in nursing education, including the tyranny of content and the importance of dialogue and power. He advocated for moving away from content-heavy teaching to focus on engaging students in dynamic conversations that empower them to analyze and apply information independently. Dr. Allen also emphasized the need to democratize educat...

Aug 25, 20229 minSeason 2Ep. 32

Scholarship – Factors Influencing Faculty Decisions to Teach LGBTQ Content in Undergraduate Nursing Programs

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features S. Alexander Kemery. The discussion revolves around Dr. Kemery's research on factors influencing faculty decisions to teach LGBTQ content in undergraduate nursing programs. The study utilized the theory of planned behavior to explore attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control among nursing faculty. Findings indicated generally positive attitudes towards LGBTQ content but highlighted barriers such as lac...

Aug 18, 202216 minSeason 2Ep. 31

Saga – David Allen – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two celebrating the work of David Allen. The podcast highlights Dr. Allen's contributions to nursing education, particularly his application of critical social theory to challenge traditional customs and promote transformative change. Dr. Allen emphasized the importance of viewing students as partners in the educational community and criticized the content overload and passive learning in nursing education. His background ...

Aug 11, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 30

Surface – Celebrating the Year of the Nurse Educator: Revolutionizing Clinical Education Through Partnership

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Surface track features guest Nicole Beesom. The discussion highlights the ACE (Academy for Clinical Essentials) program, which aims to revolutionize clinical education by integrating bedside nurses as clinical educators. Dr. Beesom emphasizes the importance of preceptors in the transition and socialization of new nurses, advocating for a partnership model between academic institutions and healthcare organizations. The conversation addresses the cha...

Aug 04, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 29

Scholarship – The lived experience of DACA recipients who are US nursing program graduates and their pathways to professional licensure

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Scholarship track features Deborah Richardson. The discussion centers on Dr. Richardson's phenomenological study of the lived experiences of DACA recipients who graduated from U.S. nursing programs and obtained professional licensure. The study highlights four themes: pursuing the dream, finding support, figuring it out, and advocating for others, emphasizing the challenges and triumphs faced by DACA recipients in their journey to becoming nurses. ...

Jul 28, 202229 minSeason 2Ep. 28

Saga – Patricia Benner Carnegie Study – Part 2

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part two of two examining Patricia Benner's contributions to nursing education through her work with the Carnegie Foundation. The podcast delves into the key findings of the Carnegie study, "Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation," emphasizing the integration of cognitive, practical, and moral apprenticeships in nursing education. Dr. Benner and her colleagues identified four essential shifts needed to achieve this integr...

Jul 21, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 27

Saga – Patricia Benner Carnegie Study – Part 1

This episode of the NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted Saga track is part one of two examining Patricia Benner's contributions to nursing education through her work with the Carnegie Foundation. The podcast discusses Dr. Benner's leadership in the Carnegie Foundation's study, "Educating Nurses: A Call for Radical Transformation," which aimed to understand the teaching and learning practices of various professions, including nursing. Dr. Benner and her team conducted extensive research with nine nursing...

Jul 14, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 26
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