The final article in a three-part series illustrating how nursing professional development practitioners at Novant Health developed and ran a hackathon to brainstorm ways to restructure its competency management validation. The overall goal was to create a standardized process that meets annual competencies per regulatory or policy requirements and can be tailored to meet the competency needs of individual units with input from bedside nurses, nursing leaders, and NPD practitioners.

ANPD's webinar “Present Like Everyone Matters: 6 Strategies for Accessible Design” shows that small, practical strategies — such as accessible slides, inclusive language, and flexible participation options — can significantly enhance clarity, engagement, and equity. The takeaway is clear: accessible design is achievable, effective, and an essential part of quality educational practice.

The second in a three-part series illustrating how nursing professional development practitioners at Novant Health developed and ran a hackathon to brainstorm ways to restructure its competency management validation. The overall goal was to create a standardized process that meets annual competencies per regulatory or policy requirements and can be tailored to meet the competency needs of individual units with input from bedside nurses, nursing leaders, and NPD practitioners.