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The Three Cs of Innovation™: Enhancing Nursing Education Through Creativity, Courage, and Connection
Background:
Nurses exemplify innovation as they navigate the dynamic and ever-evolving health care environment. The Three Cs of Innovation™-creativity, courage, and connection-are introduced as foundational competencies for fostering innovation in nursing.
Method:
This article presents a framework for embedding the three Cs into nursing education. The framework is explored through real-world examples and evidence-based practices, highlighting the role of creativity in problem solving, courage in challenging norms, and connection in team building.
Results:
The framework supports the development of a mindset that enhances both innovation and well-being. Additionally, curiosity, introduced as a "fourth" C, plays a critical role in fostering inquiry and diverse perspectives.
Conclusion:
The Three Cs of Innovation provides a practical, streamlined approach to integrating innovation into nursing curricula. By nurturing these competencies, nurses are empowered to excel in practice, become more engaged, and promote resilience and well-being in health care teams.
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