In this episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, host Kellie Bryant from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Sabrina Beroz, Monique Davis, and Jasline Moreno. The episode explores the Maryland Clinical Simulation Resource Consortium (MCSRC), a statewide initiative supporting simulation-based nursing education through funding, training, and equipment. Originating in 2015 with a $3.1 million grant, the consortium has expanded to include 30 nursing programs, standardized simulation tools, and professional development pathways for educators. The discussion highlights the importance of needs assessments, stakeholder buy-in, and continuous evaluation in sustaining and growing the initiative. Future plans include immersive virtual reality, objective structured teaching encounters (OSTEs) for faculty evaluation, and endorsement programs to enhance simulation education. MCSRC is a model for other states seeking to establish similar simulation consortia.

Learn more about the Maryland Clinical Simulation Resource Consortium by visiting their website: www.montgomerycollege.edu/MCSRC.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

In this episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, host Steven Palazzo welcomes Drs. Andrew Bobal and Jennifer O’Rourke, authors of Teaching Tomorrow’s Nurses: A Technology-Enhanced Approach. They explore the integration of technology in nursing education, discussing strategies to engage students in large classrooms through polling, discussion boards, and gamification, while emphasizing the importance of aligning technology with learning objectives. The conversation highlights AI’s evolving role in education, encouraging faculty to leverage it for case study development, personalized learning, and assessment preparation. The guests stress the need for flexible, accessible, and affordable technology that adapts to diverse learning environments. The episode concludes with practical advice for educators: start small, experiment with technology, and integrate AI responsibly to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.

Teaching Tomorrow’s Nurses: A Technology-Enhanced Approach is available at NLN Press: https://nln.lww.com/Teaching-Tomorrow-s-Nurses/p/9781975248277.

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In this episode of Nursing EDge Unscripted, host Kellie Bryant from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Dr. Lou Clark, current president of the Association of SP Educators (ASPE) and the Executive Director of M Simulation at the University of Minnesota. This episode discusses a recent call to action from ASPE on properly honoring simulated participants (SPs) and collaborating with SP educators in healthcare education. Dr. Clark emphasizes the importance of respecting SPs as human beings, rather than referring to them as tools, and highlights the hidden work of SP educators in training, coaching, and safeguarding SPs. The conversation explores best practices for integrating SP methodology, such as using inclusive language, providing fair compensation, and recognizing SP educators' contributions in research and curriculum development. Listeners are encouraged to access ASPE resources for guidance on SP recruitment, training, and evaluation. The episode concludes with insights on the future of SPs in simulation, emphasizing the need for collaboration with emerging technologies while maintaining the human element in patient care training.

Learn more about the Association of SP Educators by visiting their website: https://www.aspeducators.org

Read the Call to Action referenced in this episode: Clark, L., Doyle, A., Elcin, M., McNaughton, N., Nicholas, C., Owens, T., Smith, C., Szauter, K., Xing, K., & Nestel, D. (2024). Call to Action: Honoring Simulated Participants and Collaborating With Simulated Participant Educators. Simulation in healthcare : journal of the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, 10.1097/SIH.0000000000000840. Advance online publication. https://doi.org/10.1097/SIH.0000000000000840

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In this episode of Nursing EDge Unscripted, Dr. Steven Palazzo hosts Dr. Fabiola Lalande, an associate professor at Regis College, to discuss her study on the impact of reverse role simulation on nursing students' ethnocultural empathy. Dr. Lalande explains how the pilot study used a pre-test and post-test design to measure changes in students' empathy toward patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. She shares insights on how the simulation, which placed students in the role of patients receiving care in unfamiliar settings, helped foster a deeper understanding of empathy and cultural competence. The episode highlights the importance of experiential learning in nursing education.

Lalande, Fabiola D.. The Effects of Reverse-Role Simulation on Nursing Students’ Ethnocultural Empathy: A Quantitative Study. Nursing Education Perspectives 45(6):p 343-347, 11/12 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000001238

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In part two of this two-part episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, host Dr. Raquel Bertiz from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Dr. Laura Klenke-Borgmann from the University of Kansas School of Nursing. The discussion explores the integration of competency-based education (CBE) into nursing programs, focusing on initiatives at the University of Kansas School of Nursing led by Dr. Klenke-Borgmann. They implemented the "SimZones" framework, which progressively develops students' skills through simulations mapped to Miller's Pyramid of competency. This approach involves iterative evaluations, such as Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), to ensure students achieve proficiency through deliberate practice and reflective feedback. The program emphasizes transparency in evaluation and addresses challenges like shifting both student and faculty mindsets away from traditional pass/fail grading models. Outcomes from the pilot showed that 100% of students eventually reached competency, and their reflections highlighted the value of iterative learning and the pride in their development.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

In part one of this two-part episode of NLN Nursing Edge Unscripted, host Dr. Raquel Bertiz from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Dr. Laura Klenke-Borgmann from the University of Kansas School of Nursing. The discussion explores the integration of competency-based education (CBE) into nursing programs, focusing on initiatives at the University of Kansas School of Nursing led by Dr. Klenke-Borgmann. They implemented the "SimZones" framework, which progressively develops students' skills through simulations mapped to Miller's Pyramid of competency. This approach involves iterative evaluations, such as Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs), to ensure students achieve proficiency through deliberate practice and reflective feedback. The program emphasizes transparency in evaluation and addresses challenges like shifting both student and faculty mindsets away from traditional pass/fail grading models. Outcomes from the pilot showed that 100% of students eventually reached competency, and their reflections highlighted the value of iterative learning and the pride in their development.

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

In this episode of Nursing EDge Unscripted, Dr. Steven Palazzo interviews Dr. Cody Bruce about his qualitative study on strategies to promote the retention of Native American nursing students. Dr. Bruce discusses how the Self-Determination Theory, which focuses on intrinsic motivation, shaped his research and the effective retention strategies for this unique student population. He highlights the importance of cultural safety, community engagement, and role models in helping Native American students succeed in nursing programs. Dr. Bruce also shares recommendations for fostering stronger connections between students and their communities to support long-term success.

Bruce, Cody. Promoting Retention of Native American Nursing Students: Insights From a Qualitative Study. Nursing Education Perspectives 45(6):p 348-353, 11/12 2024. | DOI: 10.1097/01.NEP.0000000000001263

Dedicated to excellence in nursing, the National League for Nursing is the leading organization for nurse faculty and leaders in nursing education. Find past episodes of the NLN Nursing EDge podcast online. Get instant updates by following the NLN on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram, and YouTube. For more information, visit NLN.org.

In this episode of NLN Nursing EDge Unscripted, host Raquel Bertiz from the National League for Nursing’s Center for Innovation in Education Excellence is joined by Dr. Beth Rogers, an assistant professor at Texas Christian University and associate editor of Clinical Simulation in Nursing. Together, they explore the critical role of simulation design in fostering clinical judgment, emphasizing the importance of foundational skills and intentional scaffolding to reduce cognitive load. Dr. Rogers shares insights from her research, highlighting how gradual progression in complexity enhances learner confidence and competency. This engaging conversation underscores the need for strategic simulation practices to better prepare nursing students for real-world challenges.

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