Building the Future of Nursing: Implementing the AACN Essentials with Competency-Based Education and AI-Driven Innovation

As nursing education transitions to Competency-Based Education (CBE) aligned with the AACN 2021 Essentials, schools are embracing innovative approaches to better prepare the next generation of nurses. This session will explore the success stories of faculty who are driving this change, highlighting the importance of WHY this shift is critical in addressing the evolving challenges of healthcare, such as rapid technological advancements, health system mergers, and ongoing workforce shortages. Participants will discover how schools are leveraging AI to develop progression indicators and create immersive experiential learning opportunities. Through a blend of excitement and strategy, faculty and students alike are embracing the new possibilities, though recognizing that sustainable transformation requires both a "short game" of immediate wins and a "long game" of gradual progress. Join us as we celebrate the passion and ingenuity in nursing education, fostering a future-ready workforce poised to excel in dynamic healthcare environments.

Presenter(s): Elicia Collins; Rene Allen Love; Carmen M. Ward-Sullivan; Jacqui McMillian-Bohler
Session#: AACN2404-102
Session Length: 60 minutes
Program: 2024 AACN Academic Nursing Leadership Conference
Date: Oct 14, 2024