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Authors: Madison Nobbs, RN, BScN, Zoe Spyralatos, DNP, PMHNP-BC, JoEllen Schimmels, PhD, DNP, RN, PMHNP-BC, CNE, FAAN Corresponding Author: JoEllen Schimmels; email: joellen.schimmels@emory.edu Abstract As engagement in psychedelic-assisted care accelerates ahead of clear regulatory standards, nursing is positioned at a significant point in clinical practice and professional development. This paper examines psychedelic-assisted care through a…

Ellen Schimmels, PhD, DNP, PMHNP-BC, ANP-BC, CNE, FAAN Background The principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are deeply embedded in the core values of the nursing profession and are essential to the delivery of high-quality, competent care. The Nursing Code of Ethics affirms nurses’ obligation to practice with compassion and respect for the inherent dignity…

Janet M. Reed, PhD, RN, CMSRN The surge of artificial intelligence (AI), particularly generative AI, is reshaping how we think, write, teach, and learn. For nurse educators, this shift presents both profound opportunities and intimidating challenges. In many respects, nursing education resembles the “Wild West” with rapid innovation outpacing policy, practice, and pedagogical consensus among…

Martha Mathews Libster,PhD, MSN, APRN-PMHCNS, APHN-BC, FAAN People throughout history have challenged the leaders of their socio-cultural institutions including governments and healthcare systems to consider their unique needs as persons, families, and communities when seeking to promote community health. In healthcare, that which people are asking for is an approach often defined as person- or relationship-centered…