This OR Nurse Found Her Calling Teaching The Next Generation

Kimberly Wade started nursing later in life and discovered a passion for the operating room. Now, she helps new nurses and surgical staff build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.

Welcome to Nurse Ascent, a twice-weekly newsletter created by nurses for nurses. This week, clinical educator Kimberly Wade shares how an unexpected opportunity in the operating room led to a career teaching and mentoring surgical staff. We also look at why home health expansion plans are falling behind, how nurses' daily use of AI has doubled over the past year, and the growing financial pressures hospitals face as patients take on more healthcare costs. Plus, explore nursing jobs tailored to your location.

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Nurse Spotlight: Kimberly Wade, BSN, RN, CNOR, Clinical Educator

From our spotlight archives: Kimberly Wade originally planned to become a labor and delivery nurse, but an opportunity in the OR changed everything. Today, she trains nurses and surgical staff, and says nothing beats watching a new hire realize, “Wow, I did it!” Read the full spotlight →

Headlines in Healthcare

Home health nursing expansion faces implementation delays

Home health initiatives significantly impact nurse staffing models and care delivery, yet execution has lagged behind initial goals. According to a Wolters Kluwer survey of over 150 nurse leaders, only 41% have established home health plans despite 71% expressing intent to do so last year. These findings reflect a notable gap between the strategic priorities of chief nursing officers and current operational reality.

Nurses increasing daily use of AI technology

Nurses are increasingly adopting AI to streamline administrative tasks and enhance patient communication, with daily usage rates doubling from 16% to 32% over the past year. According to the Wolters Kluwer 2026 Future Ready Healthcare survey, these tools are primarily utilized for operational support rather than direct clinical decision-making.

Rising patient debt impacts hospital financial strategy

A report from Cedar and the Health Management Academy indicates that patient responsibility now accounts for nearly half of large hospital balances, forcing health systems to re-evaluate their financial strategies. This shift highlights a growing affordability crisis that directly affects patient access and care experiences.

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