Amplify Nursing Season 11: Episode 06: Dr. Steph Hoelscher

On this episode of the Amplify Nursing Podcast we speak with Dr. Stephanie Hoelscher. Dr. Hoelscher is Professor of Graduate Informatics and MSN Informatics Program Director at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center. With nearly 30 years of experience in oncology, trauma, and informatics, she now focuses on advancing digital health and AI literacy for nurses. In our conversation, Dr. Hoelscher explains her creation of the N.U.R.S.E.S.™ AI Literacy Framework to help nurses integrate AI safely and effectively. She emphasizes foundational knowledge, ethical considerations, and avoiding over-reliance on technology, while advocating for nurse leadership in shaping AI-driven healthcare. Her work underscores that AI is a powerful tool, but human judgment and compassion remain irreplaceable.