Empowering Global Nursing: A Conversation with Kathleen Capone of Nurses International

Kathleen’s Role at Nurses International:

At the heart of NI, Kathleen oversees the development of the NI BSN open-access online curriculum. She plays a pivotal role in orienting new faculty, ensuring professional growth, leading course creation teams, and liaising with various educational establishments globally. Additionally, she brings NI’s groundbreaking work to stakeholders’ attention.

As the Spiritual Care Coordinator, Kathleen brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her role. She has participated in mission trips to Guatemala with her church, assisting in the construction of an orphanage. Together with her husband, Kathleen has led Bible studies at their church and has been leading a study for seniors at a senior housing facility in their town for the past decade. Her commitment to spiritual care extends to her membership in the local Nurses Honor Guard, where she ministers to families during times of loss. Kathleen’s support for faculty through encouragement and prayer further exemplifies her holistic approach to nursing education.

Nurses International’s Current Endeavors:

At present, NI is ambitiously working on completing an online open-access BSN curriculum. The roster includes courses in Maternity, Pediatrics, Mental Health, and more. Our goal is to roll out courses in Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Leadership/Management, and Community Health by 2025. Moreover, we’re enhancing our outreach by showcasing our unique learning models at national conferences and promoting cultural competency.

The Heart Behind NI’s Mission:

The driving force behind our projects is simple yet profound: promoting global equity in nursing education. By offering cost-free resources, we aim to revolutionize the oftentimes restrictive and expensive realm of nursing education.

Our efforts are anticipated to advance the Global Goals of Health and Well-being, aligning with the United Nations sustainability objectives for 2030.