Nurse Educator

Tracy Taylor, DNP, RN | Evidence-based Practice (CH)

Path2BSN Nurse Educator Liaison

From the desk of the Nurse Educator

Hello students! My role in this program is to provide you with our philosophy in nursing, current trends in nursing, guidance on your education as you move through the program, career development and information on student health and wellness. I want you to feel supported in your transition to practice while you are in school. Each semester, you will receive an email newsletter from me with highlights in the above areas. Please feel free to contact me at any time to discuss education guidance or career development. Enjoy and I hope to hear from you soon!

Nurse Educators serve as advisors and mentors to the next generation of nurses as they transition into their careers. What are some reasons that you should contact the Path2BSN Nurse Educator for a one-on-one appointment?

The nurse educator has experience in many areas of nursing and can offer insight into desired roles and fields for students. The nurse educator can assist students in developing a personalized nursing career pathway. The nurse educator can provide information on professional development and career service offerings. The nurse educator can provide resources to students if needed to help transition into the nursing role upon graduation. See below for additional resources.

Student Wellness

We have high aspirations for our students as healthcare professionals. We support them in pursuing their personal and professional success through a simple philosophy: LIVE WELL. LIVE WELL reflects the values we share in helping prepare our students for a lifetime of transforming health and improving lives. Each letter is significant and intentional in this philosophy. Learn more about our LIVE WELL philosophy.

At The Ohio State University, we value and prioritize student wellness and self-care. Self-care is not selfish, and we seek to empower and support students to pursue balance to lead a healthy, happy life. Access our Student Wellness Center to learn more about its services, events, outreach and how to get involved. As part of our Student Wellness, the College of Nursing has our own mental health counselor to support our students.

Shelby Woith, MA, LPCC and Claire Simon, LISW-S are committed to supporting the health and well-being of our students. If you need assistance scheduling a counseling appointment, please fill out the inquiry form at this link and note that you are a nursing student or contact the Counseling and Consultation Services (CCS) office at 614-292-5766.

Current Trends

Nursing is evolving rapidly as we approach 2025, reflecting changes in healthcare technology and workforce dynamics. From advancements in educational requirements to shifts in demographic needs, these elements are shaping the future landscape of the nursing profession" (Weston, 2024 p. 1).

Top 20 Nurse Statistics and Trends in 2025

Increase in aging population
Rise in nursing education enrollment
Growth of telehealth services
Higher demand for nurse practitioners
Expansion of home healthcare
Impact of AI on nursing
Shift towards preventive care
Increased focus on mental health
Nursing workforce diversity
Emergence of nurse-led clinics
Advancements in nursing technology
Nursing burnout challenges
Increase in registered nurse employment
Online nursing education expansion
Rising salaries for nurses
Nursing shortages in rural areas
Global nurse mobility trends
Impact of healthcare policy changes
Increasing certification requirements
Increase in male nurses

Weston, E. (2025, December 27). Top 20 nursing statistics going into 2025 - nurse registry. Nurse Registry: https://www.nurseregistry.com/blog/top-nursing-statistics/

Career Development

Our Path2BSN website houses current and past webinars on “hot trends and topics” in nursing. See below.

The "Nursing Education" podcast now features an episode from October 2023 on the Path2BSN admission process with Tracy Taylor, DNP, RN, EBP-C, Path2BSN nurse educator liaison, and Kirsten Fox, M.Ed., academic advisor from the college's Office of Student Affairs and Success. You can access the episode by clicking here.

As you pursue your BSN, The Ohio State University College of Nursing also offers certificate programs that could further enhance your career development and opportunities. Certificate study areas include school nurse, interprofessional healthcare, healthcare leadership and innovation, primary care and health and wellness coaching. Explore your options for certificate programs here.

Buckeye Careers is available to students to develop career support for the College of Nursing. Individual appointments in person or virtual same day are available by accessing the link. Resume, cover letter support and interview prep help. Schedule an appointment by calling 614-688-3898.

Podcasts:

Straight A Nursing: Episodes on Mondays and Thursdays; Monday – Episodes that provide tips and knowledge you can incorporate into your practice right away and other in-depth episodes covering a wide range of nursing topics including disease conditions and success strategies for being an awesome nurse or nursing student.
See You Now: A podcast that shines a light on the real people changing the status quo in health: from nurses working in labor & delivery, with infectious diseases, and in hospice; to nurse allies in politics, business, and tech. Created in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson and the American Nurses Association.

Get Involved: Student Organizations, Local, State and National