RE-ENVISIONING CLINICAL EDUCATION FOR NURSE PRACTITIONER PROGRAMS: THEMES FROM A NATIONAL LEADERS' DIALOGUE

As the need for primary care providers increases, nursing education programs face significant challenges to meet future workforce needs. A more resource-efficient approach for the clinical education of nurse practitioner students is needed. A think tank involving 20 thought leaders representing multiple disciplines was convened to discuss this issue. This article presents seven themes that emerged from this national leaders' dialog: academic practice co-design, standardized preclinical preparation, standardized student assessment, entrustable professional activities, immersive clinical experiences, interprofessional education for team-based care, and innovative education practices. (Index words: Nursing education; Advanced practice registered nurse) (C) 2014 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.