Nursing Student Professional Development Week 2026: Event Recap & Session Recordings
Thank you to everyone who joined the Pennsylvania Nursing Workforce Coalition’s (PA-NWC) Nurse Diversity Council (NDC) for Nursing Student Professional Development Week, held October 26–28, 2026! Throughout this three-day virtual series, nursing students and nurses at every stage of their careers came together to explore topics related to well-being, professional relationships, and career possibilities. From navigating stress and burnout in nursing school to building healthier workplace relationships and discovering career paths beyond traditional bedside nursing, each session offered valuable insights, practical strategies, and opportunities for reflection and professional growth.
Missed a session or want to revisit the conversations? Explore the session recordings below!
October 26, 2026
Explore common challenges associated with stress and burnout in nursing school, along with practical strategies for managing competing priorities, building resilience, and prioritizing well-being.
October 27, 2026
Reflect on how personal experiences and cultural influences shape our responses to conflict and explore strategies for strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, and fostering healthier workplace relationships.
October 28, 2026
Discover the many possibilities available with a nursing degree! Panelists shared their unique career journeys and offered perspectives on exploring opportunities in public health, innovation, entrepreneurship, neonatal transport, and beyond.
Interested in staying connected and helping shape future professional development opportunities for nursing students and nurses? The Nurse Diversity Council is inviting nursing students to join its Student Subcommittees! Members will have the opportunity to collaborate with peers, contribute ideas, and help plan next year's sessions and professional development programming. Applications are open through December 20, 2026.
