Nursing the Future

From the Boston Marathon medical tents to Columbia University’s classrooms, Dr. Ian West’s journey redefines what it means to lead as a modern nurse practitioner. In this episode of Mindful Moments, Dr. Ian shares how his roots in mental health shaped his leadership lens—and how today’s NPs can lead beyond the bedside. Together, we explore the intersection of policy, biotech, telehealth, and AI, and how nurses can play a crucial role in shaping—not just adapting to—the future of healthcare. He also opens up about staying grounded in purpose while navigating innovation, misinformation, and rapid change. 🎧 In this conversation: From RN to NP to systems leader: the evolution of purpose Nurses’ role in the digital age of misinformation The importance of policy and biotech literacy Preparing for AI-driven healthcare Staying rooted in care while leading with innovation #MindfulMoments #NurseLeadership #AIinHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #NursePractitioner #MentalHealth #LeadershipJourney