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Episode Summary

Tune into this episode of NANDAcast as Dr. Heather Herdman and Dr. Jane Flanagan explore the multifaceted role of nursing. They discuss the importance of holistic care, the evolution of nursing diagnoses, and the challenges faced in patient handoffs. You’ll also learn about the potential of artificial intelligence in nursing documentation and the need for effective training for new nurses. 

Dr. Herdman and Dr. Flanagan also discussed the significance of interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare and the necessity for nurses to assert their voices within the healthcare system. They also touched on the evolution of nursing knowledge and the significance of research in expanding the understanding of nursing practice.

Takeaways:

• Holistic Patient Care: Nurses view and treat patients beyond their physical conditions, emphasizing whole-person care.
• Technology Integration: AI and big data present opportunities to enhance nursing practice and documentation while maintaining human-centered care.
• Professional Development: New nurses need balanced training between technical skills and patient experience, supported by strong role models.
• Care Transitions: Patient handoffs remain a critical challenge requiring improved processes and communication.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Effective healthcare delivery depends on strong cross-team communication and nurses actively contributing their perspectives.
• Documentation Evolution: Clinical documentation should capture both the patient's voice and the complexity of nursing assessments.

About Our Guest: 

Jane Flanagan, Ph.D., RN, AHN-BC, ANP-BC, FAAN, is a department chairperson and an associate professor at the Connell School of Nursing and a nurse scientist at the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Yvonne Munn Center for Nursing Research. She holds appointments as a member of the Board of Directors at the Sherrill House in Boston; volunteer faculty in the School of Nursing at the Health Science Center at the University of Tennessee Memphis; an associate clinical scientist at the Phyllis Cantor Center at the Dana Farber Cancer Institute; and as a nurse practitioner at Fox Hill Village Assisted Living Facility in Westwood. Dr. Flanagan is editor of the International Journal of Nursing Knowledge and serves on the editorial board for the International Journal for Human Caring. She is an appointed fellow in NANDA-I, the National Academy of Practice, and the American Academy of Nursing. Dr. Flanagan’s work is focused on lifestyle interventions to improve the health of those caring for people with chronic health conditions.

About NANDA:

Welcome to The NANDACast, the podcast where nursing knowledge meets practice!  

Created for clinical nurses, educators, and nursing students, this podcast dives into the heart of evidence-based nursing diagnoses and their critical role in delivering safe, effective, and patient-centered care. 

Brought to you by NANDA International, we’re here to facilitate the development, refinement, and use of standardized nursing diagnostic terminology. Our mission? To provide the tools and insights nurses need to communicate their clinical decisions, determine interventions, and improve patient outcomes. 

Whether you’re a seasoned nurse navigating complex care environments, a student preparing for the challenges of the profession, or an educator working to support student learning, The NANDACast delivers practical knowledge, expert conversations, and inspiration to elevate your practice and amplify your impact. 

Join us as we explore the power of...

Dr. Heather Herdman sits down with Dr. Hortensia Casteñada Hildago—nursing professor, author, and incoming president of NANDA International. Together, they explore the journey of advancing nursing diagnosis and clinical reasoning, from early resistance to widespread adoption. 

Dr. Hortensia shares how she helped lead the national integration of standardized language and the nursing process into practice, education, and policy. They discuss her new textbook, why critical thinking is the foundation of good nursing, and how we must embrace constant learning to meet the evolving needs of patients and science. 

Key Takeaways: 

• How Mexico embedded nursing diagnosis into national practice and education standards 
• Why critical thinking must come before any diagnosis or tool 
• Teaching strategies that bridge the gap between theory and clinical reality 
• The importance of embracing updated taxonomies and evolving evidence 
• How nursing leadership influences national health policy 

Connect with NANDA International  

Website: https://nanda.org/  

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What if the way we teach and document nursing care is actually holding nurses back? In this powerful solo episode, Dr. Heather Herdman takes a critical look at the breakdown of the nursing process—from outdated education models to rigid electronic health record systems—and offers a fresh vision for bringing nursing diagnosis back to the forefront of practice. 

She shares how using standardized nursing language, guided by true assessment and clinical reasoning, can transform care planning from a task into a thinking process. If you’ve ever questioned whether nursing diagnosis really matters, this episode reframes everything—and gives you practical, forward-thinking insights to reclaim your professional voice. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Why linking assessments to diagnosis is essential for real nursing care 
• How current EHR systems fail nurses—and how we can fix it 
• A compelling case for rethinking nursing education around core concepts 
• Strategies to reduce documentation burden while enhancing care quality 
• How standardized nursing language boosts visibility and collaboration 

Connect with NANDA International  

Website: https://nanda.org/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nanda-international/  

X: https://twitter.com/NANDA_INT  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nandainternational  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nandainternational/  

Thanks for listening! 

Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. 

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Nursing diagnosis isn’t just terminology—it’s the key to professional autonomy, effective care, and interdisciplinary respect. In this episode, Dr. Heather Herdman welcomes Dr. Rita Gengo, inaugural scholar in the Marjorie Gordon Program, for a deep and empowering conversation on how clinical reasoning and nursing language shape real-world outcomes. 

Dr. Gengo shares her journey from bedside nurse to educator and researcher, offering practical insights on teaching diagnosis, improving patient care, and making nursing visible within the healthcare team. This is a masterclass in why thinking like a nurse matters—and how diagnosis brings the art and science of nursing together. 

Key Takeaways: 

• How nursing diagnosis reveals your unique role in patient care 
• Ways to integrate nursing language across teams and with patients 
• Why a nursing framework like functional health patterns changes everything 
• Teaching strategies that help students truly "think like a nurse" 
• Making nursing visible in an interdisciplinary world 

Connect with NANDA International  

Website: https://nanda.org/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nanda-international/  

X: https://twitter.com/NANDA_INT  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nandainternational  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nandainternational/  

Thanks for listening! 

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Welcome to the premiere episode of NANDAcast—a fresh, global conversation for nurses everywhere. Dr. Heather Herdman sits down with Dr. Camila Takao Lopes to explore the real meaning of nursing diagnosis and why clinical reasoning is the foundation of our professional identity. From student struggles to personal breakthroughs, Camila shares how she found her voice through diagnosis work, and Heather reflects on transforming early doubts into leadership at NANDA International. 

Whether you're at the bedside, in the classroom, or shaping future nurses, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and practical ideas you can take straight into practice. Expect honest stories, expert knowledge, and a powerful reminder: nursing is more than tasks—it’s a discipline with a voice. 

Key Takeaways: 

• Understand the difference between nursing diagnosis as a process versus a product 
• Learn why clinical reasoning gives nurses a distinct and respected voice in care teams 
• Explore how to shift from checklist thinking to individualized, evidence-informed care 
• Hear how mentorship shapes the professional identity of nurses worldwide 
• Discover the goals behind NANDAcast—and how it aims to support nursing education globally 

Connect with NANDA International  

Website: https://nanda.org/  

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nanda-international/  

X: https://twitter.com/NANDA_INT  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nandainternational  

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nandainternational/  

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Welcome to NANDAcast — the podcast that elevates nursing by exploring the power of language in care. Brought to you by NANDA International, this show dives into nursing diagnoses, standardized terminology, and how nurses' words shape better outcomes. Whether you're a nurse, educator, or student, NANDAcast equips you with insights and tools to strengthen practice and impact global healthcare.