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    SINI 2025: A Competency-Based Approach to Master’s Level Nursing Informatics Education
    (2025-07-17) Seckman, Charlotte A.; Fisher, Cheryl A.
    Introduction/Background: In response to the evolving landscape of healthcare and advancements in technology, the Nursing Informatics Master's Program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore underwent a transformative redesign. This initiative aligns with the 2021 AACN competency-based education (CBE) framework and the 2022 ANA Nursing Informatics Scope and Standards of Practice. The primary aim was to enhance competency-based learning outcomes, integrate hands-on practice engagement, and prepare students to excel in the AI-driven healthcare environment. Methods: The methodology included revising mission and vision statements, redefining program outcomes, benchmarking against peer informatics programs, and conducting market analysis to address emerging trends. Existing curriculum competencies were mapped to AACN essentials and informatics standards, identifying gaps for improvement. A structured, iterative approach scaffolded skill development across courses, optimizing learning experiences. Significant changes included reducing overall credit hours, increasing practicum time to 500 hours, and integrating AI and big data concepts into coursework. Results: Results from this initiative reveal enhanced student preparedness for the challenges of today's technology-rich healthcare environments. The program now emphasizes competency tracking, practical applications, and leadership in innovation, fostering skills vital for improving patient outcomes. Key success factors included collaborative engagement with stakeholders, thorough documentation processes, and leveraging technological tools for curriculum design and implementation. Conclusion: This project exemplifies a commitment to excellence in Nursing Informatics education, paving the way for future advancements and scalability across informatics programs. The outcomes reinforce the critical role of interdisciplinary collaboration in shaping the next generation of informatics professionals.
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    ICTR Enrichment Series: Advancing REDCap at UMB: Best Practices and the Transition to a New Platform
    (2025-08-12) Mauck, Jenn; Gerald, Bryan
    REDCap (Research Electronic Data Capture) was created in 2004 at Vanderbilt University. It originally supported a small group of clinical researchers who needed a secure data collection tool that met HIPAA compliance standards. REDCap is now used by over 7922 institutions across 162 countries, supporting 2.4 million projects. This seminar will review REDCap at the University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), with a focus on best practices for effective database design. It will also address the transition to a new REDCap platform, highlighting new campus requirements, recently introduced features, and the updated support model. Attendees will gain practical guidance on migrating projects to the new platform, including key considerations for managing active studies during the transition.
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    EAP Digest 1980
    (Troy, MI: Performance Resource Press, Inc., 1980)
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    EAP Digest 1981
    (Troy, MI: Performance Resource Press, Inc., 1981)
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    EAP Digest 1982
    (Troy, MI: Performance Resource Press, Inc., 1982)