Conference paper

https://doi.org/10.65241/wh.8.2.2

Future of nursing through nursing practice, innovation, education, and research: a proceeding paper

Jasper Erwin Tolarba ; Nuvance Health System and Sacred Heart University, CT *
Karen M. Daley ; Sacred Heart University
Cynthia K. O' Sullivan ; Sacred Heart University
LuAnn Etcher ; Sacred Heart University

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

This proceeding paper synthesizes insights from the Nursing
Practice, Innovation, Education, and Research (PIER) 2025
Conference, which featured a statewide panel discussion of
nine nurse leaders and one moderator. The 90-minute dialogue
centered on five domains vital to the future of nursing: access to
high-quality care, transforming nursing education, promoting
leadership, collecting workforce data, and establishing future
priorities. Proceedings were transcribed, cross-checked with
field notes and recordings, and systematically analyzed
to ensure rigor and accuracy. Panelists underscored the
urgency of expanding access through advanced practice
roles, strengthening academic-practice partnerships, and
embedding simulation and residency models to support new
graduates. Leadership preparation – including mentorship,
financial fluency, and board representation – was emphasized
as key to influencing policy and operations. Comprehensive
workforce data was identified as essential to advancing equity
and informing decision-making, while innovation, resilience,
and well-being were highlighted as critical to sustaining the
profession. Though derived from regional discussions, the
findings have broad applicability across national and global
contexts.

Keywords

Nursing practice; transformation; leadership; innovations; mentorship.

Hrčak ID:

342999

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/342999

Publication date:

24.12.2025.

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