Module 6: Video Activity: Thinking About the Future of Nursing
Instructions: For this assignment, you will submit a short video clip to your peers. This video clip will answer the reflection prompts after you review the material. Review the rubric by selecting the three dots in the right-hand corner and choosing SHOW RUBRIC.
This is the last video activity for the class. It will give you a chance to practice speaking professionally to your peers, as well as think about the future of nursing. Go ahead and read over this to get you thinking….
Trends Shaping the Future of Nursing
- Technology and Digital Health
- Telehealth, AI in diagnostics, and electronic health records (EHR) are transforming care delivery.
- Nurses are expected to be digitally literate and adapt to new tech quickly.
- Nurse Leadership and Advocacy
- Nurses are increasingly taking on roles in health policy, systems leadership, and education.
- Future nurses will need to engage in interprofessional collaboration and advocacy.
- Workforce Challenges
- Global nurse shortages, burnout, and aging populations are creating stress on health systems.
- Solutions include flexible scheduling, mental health support, and workforce innovation.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
- Nurses must deliver culturally competent care and address social determinants of health.
- The profession is moving toward greater inclusivity in education, leadership, and research.
Strategic Reports Guiding the Future
- The Future of Nursing 20202030 (National Academy of Medicine)
- Focuses on advancing health equity through nursing.
- Calls for stronger public health engagement, leadership training, and removing practice barriers.
- WHO State of the Worlds Nursing Report (2020)
- Identifies global priorities: education, job creation, and leadership development.
- ICN Nursing 2030 Vision
- A roadmap by the International Council of Nurses for preparing nurses to meet future healthcare needs.
Building a Personal and Professional Vision
- What kind of nurse do I want to be in 10 years?
- How can I be a change agent in my clinical or community setting?
- What leadership or educational path might I pursue?
- How can I stay adaptable and resilient in a rapidly evolving field?
Reliable Websites for Research and Reference
- National Academy of Medicine (NAM) Future of Nursing Reports
- American Nurses Association (ANA)
- World Health Organization (WHO) Nursing and Midwifery
- International Council of Nurses (ICN) Nursing2030 Vision
- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Future of Nursing Initiatives
Video Discussion Prompts (Your peers will see this one)
- What trend do you believe will have the biggest impact on the nursing profession in the next decade?
- How can nurses shape health policy or contribute to more equitable care?
- In what ways might the nursing role expand or evolve in your area of interest (e.g., mental health, pediatrics, geriatrics)?
- Think about where you see yourself in the future as a nurse. How do current trends, challenges, and global health priorities influence your career goals? What steps can you begin taking now to prepare?
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