Toni Clayton & Stacey Rosenberg,
Southern New Hampshire University, USA
Title: Preparing future nurse leaders for a global environment
Biography
Biography: Toni Clayton & Stacey Rosenberg,
Abstract
An opportunity exists within nursing education to prepare our students to be global citizens. Future nurse leaders need to be able to meet to global health competencies and participate in global engagement. The focus being on health equity, higher education has a responsibility to address this need. Various strategies can be employed at all levels of nursing education to prepare the students, including but not limited to study abroad. Opportunities to increase intercultural experiences, the skills and knowledge needed to provide culturally appropriate care, and the acquiring language skills. This world view will facilitate an awareness of interconnectedness and health concerns internationally.