Joining Forces: Enriching RN-to-BSN Education With Veteran-Centered Experiences

•Discussed progress made on meeting the AACN Joining Forces initiative•Demonstrated how veteran-centered learning experiences have been integrated into an on-line RN-to-BSN program•Shared an example of an academic–clinical partnership activity that demonstrates a commitment to veteran issues in the community•Demonstrated impact on student learning through sharing student reflections•Identified next steps for development of the Joining Forces initiative in the school community

This article highlights the commitment of the American Association of Colleges of Nursing to engage nursing schools to support the Joining Forces initiative by enhancing the education and preparation of the nation's nurses to care for veterans, service members, and their families. The progress toward meeting the Joining Forces pledge and integrating veteran-centered learning in an on-line registered nurse-to-bachelor of science in nursing program is described.