Simulation Faculty Development Coordinator / Clinical Assistant Professor Boise State University Boise, ID, United States
Disclosure(s):
Tracee Chapman, DNP, RN, CEN, SANE-A, CHSE: No financial relationships to disclose
Abstract : Introduction As part of a nurse-led quality improvement pilot project, emergency department nurses participated in a simulation designed to improve communication and patient outcomes during a time-sensitive emergency. The simulation aimed to build a collaborative culture among new and experienced nurses and improve confidence while giving in-the-moment feedback through peer review. Description An unfolding, timed, in-situ simulation addressing sepsis was designed utilizing the INACSL standards of best practice. A needs assessment was conducted with primary stakeholders, relevant objectives were written, and the simulation was pilot-tested before implementation. Learners/Setting Emergency department nurses from a rural community hospital volunteered to participate in the simulation designed to improve team communication and patient outcomes during a time-sensitive emergency. Outcomes The nurses were given the opportunity to provide feedback on the simulation using the Simulation Effectiveness Tool- Modified (SET-M). All respondents indicated that they had a deeper understanding of sepsis and the communication expectations of a high-functioning team. Discussion Clinical Educators must find innovative ways to provide nurses with active learning experiences. This simulation mirrored evidence-based practice standards for sepsis care while reinforcing the importance of effective communication among a high-performing team. The initial feedback from participants was positive, and they felt empowered to speak up and meet care guidelines as a team.
Please include a short summary of your presentation that highlights why an attendee would want to participate in your session.: Are you a busy clinical-based educator? Are you looking for innovative ways to incorporate simulation throughout your hospital? In ten short minutes, you can discover how an in-situ simulation not only addresses a clinical practice gap but prepares nurses for a practice change. Simulations can be carefully designed to meet the learning needs of working nurses and drive evidence-based practice changes in the emergency department.
Learning Objectives:
Learners will identify at least two practice gaps that can be addressed through simulation with practicing, bedside nurses.
Learners will verbalize three ways to incorporate giving and receiving feedback into an experiential learning or simulation activity.
Learners will define the role of in-situ simulations for practicing bedside nurses.
