Preparing the Next Generation of Advanced Practice Nurses for Connected Care

Area of Science:

• Healthcare Systems
• Nursing Education
• Digital Health

Background:

• The US healthcare delivery system is undergoing rapid transformation.
• Emerging trends like Connected Health necessitate new competencies for advanced practice nurses.
• Existing educational frameworks may not adequately prepare nurses for future practice.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the redesign of coursework for advanced nurse practitioners.
• To introduce a Connected Care Framework to guide learning needs.
• To develop a Connected Care Quotient for assessing and guiding future competencies.

Main Methods:

• Coursework redesign focusing on future healthcare needs.
• Development of a conceptual Connected Care Framework.
• Creation of a Connected Care Quotient with learning activities.

Main Results:

• A redesigned curriculum incorporating connected care principles.
• A structured Connected Care Framework is established.
• A 10-question Connected Care Quotient is proposed as a developmental tool.

Conclusions:

• Advanced nurse practitioners require updated knowledge and skills for the evolving healthcare landscape.
• The Connected Care Framework and Quotient provide a foundation for developing essential future competencies.
• This initiative supports the adaptation of nursing education to meet emerging healthcare demands.