Deep Dive into Nursing Education topics using AI

Episode 39: When AI Meets the Classroom: Lessons for Nurse Educators

Generative AI didn’t just arrive — it exploded. Explore what educators can learn from MIT’s “A Guide to AI in Schools” and how to adapt those insights to nursing and healthcare education. Link to publication: https://tsl.mit.edu/ai-guidebook/

Episode 38: AI in Nursing Education: NLN Vision Statement #22 – A Deep Dive

This deep dive episode unpacks the newly released NLN Vision Statement #22 on Artificial Intelligence in Nursing Education (September 17, 2025). Within the episode, the AI hosts explore why AI is no longer optional, the opportunities and barriers for nurse educators, and how ethical, responsible AI integration can shape a digitally literate, innovation-ready nursing workforce.
 
NLN Vision Statement #22

Episode 37: At-Home NCLEX – Innovation or Invitation for Concern

This episode presents a DEBATE on a relevant topic in nursing education àthe NCLEX is going remote—and the nursing community is divided. In this debate-style episode of the AI Nurse Podcast, we explore the pros and cons of at-home NCLEX testing, expected as early as 2026. Will remote testing provide greater accessibility, flexibility, and reduced stress for candidates, especially those in rural or international settings? Or will it raise new concerns around exam integrity, equity, and the reliability of technology?
Tune in to reflect, debate, and decide: Is at-home NCLEX the right move for nursing’s future?
https://www.nclex.com/nclex-online.page

Episode 36: AI in Nursing Education: Global Standards vs Local Contexts - The Debate

How should we shape the future of nursing education in the age of AI? In this episode, we explore a critical debate: Should AI and health informatics competencies in nursing focus on global standardization or be customized to local contexts? Developed using NotebookLM's new Studio Audio Overview feature, this episode draws from seven key sources and dives deep into AI literacy, curricular design, and the urgent competencies nurses need. Tune in and decide—what side of the debate are you on?
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Episode 35: CMS Age-Friendly Guide Meets Nursing Education

Explore the new CMS Attestation Guide for the Age Friendly Hospital Measure and why it matters for nurse educators. This episode connects the 5 domains of age-friendly care: patient goals, medication safety, frailty, vulnerability, and leadership to prelicensure nursing education. Learn how to prepare students to deliver evidence-based, compassionate care for older adults from day one of practice.
Copy of guidance: https://www.johnahartford.org/resources/view/cms-guidance-on-the-age-friendly-hospital-measure - 13 August 2025 from The John A Hartford Foundation

Episode 34: AI in Nursing Education - Findings from a Scoping Review

In this episode, we take a deep dive into the evolving role of Artificial Intelligence in nursing education based on the findings of a recently published scoping review by Doston et al. in the Journal of Nursing Education. From simulation and tutoring to predictive analytics and curriculum design, AI is transforming how we teach and learn. But with great potential comes important questions around ethics, equity, and long-term impact. Join us as we explore the promise and pitfalls of AI and how nurse educators can harness it to elevate, not replace, the human connection at the heart of nursing.
Perfect for nursing educators, administrators, and anyone shaping the future of healthcare education.
Full article available: https://doi.org/10.3928/01484834-20250313-03

Episode 33: NCLEX-RN Pass Rates Plummet in 2025: A Nursing Crisis Unfolds

This episode will take a deep dive into the NCLEX-RN pass rates which have continued to drop across all candidate groups in early 2025, when comparing pass rates within the same time frame in 2024. First-time U.S. graduates saw their pass rates drop, while internationally educated candidates experienced even steeper declines. The crisis stems from multiple factors: ongoing challenges adapting to the Next Generation NCLEX format introduced in 2023, pandemic-era educational disruptions that limited clinical experience, increased test anxiety, nursing faculty shortages, and inadequate preparation strategies. Publishers emphasize that success now requires scenario-based learning and clinical reasoning skills rather than traditional memorization. This persistent decline threatens the nursing workforce amid ongoing national shortages. Consider what nurse educators do to reverse this trend.
Explore the NCLEX pass rate data: https://www.ncsbn.org/exams/exam-statistics-and-publications/nclex-pass-rates.page

Episode 32: America’s AI Action Plan – Winning the Race - Impact to Healthcare Workforce

Explore the White House’s game-changing AI strategy in “America’s AI Action Plan – Winning the Race,” released July 23, 2025. This episode unpacks how the U.S. aims to shape the future of artificial intelligence—accelerating innovation, revamping education and healthcare for the AI era, and positioning America as a global tech leader. Perfect for anyone eager to understand the workforce, policy, and global implications of the country’s AI ambitions. Full Action Plan: https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/2025/07/white-house-unveils-americas-ai-action-plan/

Episode 31: AI-themed Peer Reviewed Articles from Teaching & Learning in Nursing - A Summary of Key Themes

Exploring the intersection of artificial intelligence and nursing education, this podcast takes a deep dive into how AI tools like ChatGPT are transforming the way we teach and learn in healthcare. From personalized learning experiences to ethical challenges, we dive into the opportunities, obstacles, and essential strategies for successfully integrating AI into nursing curricula while preserving the human-centered care that defines our profession. The sources for this podcast – Peer-reviewed AI-themed articles from Teaching and Learning in Nursing, OADN’s journal, from January thru July 2025.
Journal URL: https://www.sciencedirect.com/journal/teaching-and-learning-in-nursing

Episode 30: Exploring the AI Revolution in Education

In this episode, we explore the rapid integration of AI tools in K–12 education and discuss the significant implications for higher education, especially nursing programs. As AI becomes a core part of students’ learning experiences early on, nursing educators must rethink curricula to build on students’ AI literacy, emphasizing ethical use, critical evaluation, and data privacy. Join us for insights on how AI is reshaping education at every level and what this means for preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Sources: https://bit.ly/4lxvbAk