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Abstract

Taking a step backward, and at the same time focusing on moving forward, we will use a storyboard approach to tell the “nursing “ story. By this time in the year 2024, nursing practice should have emerged and treated as a key element in the delivery of healthcare. And yet, most of us have experienced significant challenges in nursing roles at both the patient, clinical facility, peer and government levels. This is independent of the health pandemic and the recognition of nursing practice should be reaffirmed and moved beyond the inclusion of provided services of the hospital room charge This presentation will share ideas/images and reflective thoughts of nursing practice from both the student and educator points of view. By telling “our” collective story, one hopes that there will be a renewal of recognizing nurses as key players in the delivery of health care. Nurses contribute to improved health outcomes for the patient, family, groups, community and/or populations. We will review by looking at the start of nursing pathways through education, clinical training, licensure and beyond to see how nurses have sought to meet projected competencies. Using a storyboard approach will help share memories, stimulate engagement and show that each of us has a “story” to tell. Remember, that “we” are in this together.

Biography

Dr. Wane has a PhD in Nursing Science as well as a master’s degree from University of South Florida and is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner. She also has undergraduate degrees in Nutrition and Nursing from Brooklyn College and Downstate Medical Center College of Nursing. Dr. Wane is the BSN Program director at Pasco-Hernando State College. She has published numerous supplements in textbooks as well as journal articles and has been serving as an editorial board member and peer reviewer for several journal publications. She is also a member of Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honor society.