Creative Thinking in Nursing:
Innovation, Resilience, and the Mindset to Sustain Both
Discover how creativity can be a powerful tool for nurses to reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and foster innovation — all while earning 1 continuing education credit. No art experience required.
Earn 1 CE credit in just 1 hour
Course Overview
This on-demand FREE course introduces nurses to the role of creative thinking in both clinical practice and self-care. Rooted in neuroscience and real-world examples, you’ll learn practical strategies to:
Enhance emotional resilience
Improve problem-solving and adaptability
Foster a mindset that sustains both professional growth and personal well-being.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
✓ Define creativity in nursing and its impact on patient care and professional satisfaction.
✓ Identify three evidence-based benefits of a creative mindset, including stress regulation and adaptability.
✓ Explain how creative thinking supports innovation and cognitive flexibility in complex healthcare environments.
✓ Apply divergent thinking strategies to explore alternative approaches to clinical or professional challenges.
About the Instructor
Hi there, I'm Nicole.
After 25 years in nursing, I know how physically, emotionally, and mentally overwhelming healthcare can be.
Like many nurses, I spent years putting others first while neglecting my own well-being. I created this course to offer what I wish I’d had—a safe, supportive way to manage stress, process emotions, and reconnect through creativity.
Today, I'm a full-time artist, and I’ve seen how simple creative practices can be powerful tools for grounding, clarity, and resilience.
This isn’t about making “art”—it’s about caring for yourself in real, sustainable ways. If you're feeling drained or want support for your long-term well-being, this course is for you.
Why Take This Course?
It’s completely free and offers a quick, convenient way to earn 1 CE credit. You’ll learn practical, research-backed strategies to reduce stress, strengthen resilience, and enhance your well-being — all tools you can immediately apply to your work and daily life.
Take the Next Step
Enrollment in the course is completely FREE!
Get started with this 1-hour, on-demand CE course and experience firsthand how creative thinking can reduce stress, boost resilience, and support your professional growth. It’s completely free, easy to complete, and packed with practical strategies you can apply right away.
Love what you learn? The full Brave Beginner Art program takes these practices even deeper, helping nurses prevent burnout and thrive both personally and professionally.
General Statement and Disclaimer for Continuing Education Credit
This course has been approved for continuing education credit by the
Florida Board of Nursing through CE Broker, Provider # 20-1305653.
While we strive to offer high-quality continuing education that is relevant to nursing practice across the United States, please be aware that each state's Board of Nursing sets its own specific requirements for continuing education. The acceptance of this course for credit may vary depending on the state where you hold your nursing license.
It is the sole responsibility of the individual learner to determine if this course meets the specific continuing education requirements of their licensing board.
We recommend that you:
Check with your state's Board of Nursing website to confirm their continuing education requirements, including any specific topics or provider accreditations (e.g., ANCC).
Keep a copy of your course completion certificate for your records in case of a license audit.
By enrolling in this course, you acknowledge that you have read and understand this statement and accept responsibility for verifying its applicability to your professional license renewal.