Released October 9, 2025

About the Webinar

Who’s driving—you or the technology? Learn how nursing education faculty are keeping themselves, not the technology, behind the wheel of AI.

This discussion features two distinguished nursing education leaders—Janeen Berndt, an early adopter of emerging technologies, and Amber Wiedman, a cautious skeptic—who offer thoughtful reflections on their experiences with AI integration in both academic and clinical contexts.

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This webinar explores the integration of artificial intelligence into nursing education, emphasizing that faculty must remain in control of the technology. The session offered a balanced discussion by framing the topic through two contrasting perspectives: the “early adopter,” driven by curiosity to test technological limits, and the “cautious skeptic,” who initially expressed fear that AI would hinder the development of student critical thinking. This dialogue highlighted the core tension between innovation and pedagogical integrity, establishing the concept of the educator as either the “driver” of technology or a passive “passenger.”

The discussion covered practical applications for leveraging AI as a tool to enhance—not replace—educator expertise. Panelists identified significant efficiency gains, particularly in the development of simulation scenarios, which frees faculty to focus on higher-priority instructional tasks. Further applications included using AI as a creative partner for brainstorming novel teaching strategies and exploring personalized learning paths for students. The session stressed the importance of institutional policies guided by academic integrity, advising that educators must lead by example in teaching the ethical use of AI, much as they did with the introduction of smartphones in clinical settings.

A central theme was the irreplaceability of the human educator, with panelists noting that AI has demonstrable limitations and cannot replicate the nuanced clinical judgment essential to nursing. Recommendations for faculty included starting with low-consequence tasks to build confidence before using AI for professional work where outputs can be validated against existing knowledge. The webinar concluded that educators must maintain oversight to vet AI-generated content, ensuring alignment with learning outcomes and best practices. Ultimately, speakers advised approaching AI as a powerful assistant that, with proper human governance, can enhance the educational experience while upholding rigorous academic and professional standards.

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About The Presenters

PANELIST:

Janeen Berndt, DNP, RN, CNE, CHSE

Dr. Janeen Berndt, a Certified Nurse Educator since 2006, brings over a decade of expertise in online nursing education, competency-based learning, and patient simulation to higher education. Her notable achievements include leading undergraduate nursing programs through the COVID-19 pandemic, expanding virtual learning in pre-licensure education, improving clinical experiences through high-fidelity simulation, and holding multiple certifications while serving as President of the Psi Upsilon Chapter of Sigma and Chair of the OADN VSR reviewer task force.

PANELIST:

Amber Wiedman, MSN, RN

Amber Wiedman is a manager of a simulation department that educates pre-licensure nursing students across associate, bachelor’s, and bridge degree programs. She holds a registered nurse license as well as a master’s degree in nursing education with a focus on simulation education and is a Doctor of Nursing Practice student focusing on academic leadership. Amber has initiated, implemented, and sustained a simulation program in an undergraduate nursing program and is an expert nurse clinician in emergency nursing, specifically trauma resuscitation. She has demonstrated scholarly work through presentations, webinars, and poster presentations at conferences and has received the Hearts of Caring award.

MODERATOR:

Courtney McNulty

Courtney McNulty is the Content Solutions Manager at Unbound Medicine, where she focuses on integrating generative AI into nursing education. She enjoys delivering presentations, workshops, and panel discussions to help educators see the potential of AI in their curriculum. Courtney works closely with clients to understand their needs, aiming to provide solutions that truly make a difference. Courtney is dedicated to advancing healthcare education through innovative AI applications.

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