Nursing Education Perspectives最新文献

Abstract: Well-qualified nurse educators are vital for preparing nursing graduates to provide safe, quality patient care. Standardized nurse educator competencies advance the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of competent nurse educators, especially in master of science in nursing (MSN) programs. The World Health Organization and the National League for Nursing each established nurse educator competence statements. The study conducted a crosswalk analysis to identify alignment and variance between the two sets of competence statements. All statements except one World Health Organization subcompetency aligned, highlighting the need for competency-based education. We discuss recommendations for integrating these findings into nursing education-focused MSN programs.

Abstract: The transition from nursing student to clinical professional is a pivotal moment in a nurse's career, often marked by significant challenges. To address these challenges and provide support during the transition, an innovative mentorship program was developed to connect graduating baccalaureate nursing students with experienced alumni. The purpose was to foster alumni connections while strengthening students' coping skills, self-confidence, and resilience during the transition to practice.

Aim: The aim of the study was to synthesize how nurse educators use simulation-based evaluation data for curriculum decision-making.

Background: The call to reform nursing education remains, with calls to examine curriculum effectiveness because of declining graduate competencies. Nurse educators need reliable evidence to guide curriculum decisions and improve graduate competency outcomes.

Method: Using Whittemore and Knafl's integrative review methods, we searched six databases with expanded key words, "nursing," "simulation," "data," and "curriculum," excluding non-peer-reviewed articles published after 2006.

Results: Six studies met inclusion criteria. Simulation data were used to identify learner deficits, evaluate curriculum efficacy, identify program outcome achievement, inform simulation frequency, and influence clinical experiences.

Conclusion: Using simulation data for curriculum decision-making allows nurse educators to make real-time adjustments, address learner gaps, test curriculum effectiveness, and enhance practice readiness. With broader adoption, nurse educators can shift focus beyond learner evaluation, driving system-level change and refining curriculum practices for greater educational impact.

Abstract: Nurse educators face challenges in teaching students about social determinants of health (SDOH) due to limited opportunities for community placements. A college of nursing in the southeastern United States developed a project incorporating virtual reality (VR) and 360-degree videos into prelicensure population health nursing courses. The project enhanced understanding of SDOH by immersing students in the lived experiences of patients facing negative health impacts. After participating in the VR experience, students reported increased empathy, a deeper understanding of barriers to health, and greater engagement with content.

Abstract: This study evaluates the impact of problem-based learning (PBL) in strengthening interprofessional education to address health disparities. Forty-seven nursing and public health students participated in a course using PBL to tackle complex issues such as race, poverty, and sexual orientation. Pre- and post-surveys assessed communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills. Results showed significant improvements across all domains, with the greatest gains in communication proficiency and critical thinking. The findings suggest that PBL is an effective pedagogical tool for preparing health professionals to engage in difficult conversations and collaborate to address systemic health disparities.

Abstract: Practicing nurses encounter numerous challenges in maintaining healthy eating habits during their clinical shifts, which often span multiple eating occasions. Senior-level nursing students engaged in an innovative hands-on culinary experience designed to develop personal nutrition skills. During the culinary session, students shared examples of barriers to eating healthfully during clinical time, and faculty guided discussion regarding healthy choices and meal planning. Students worked together to prepare and enjoy a healthy meal while identifying strategies to support their personal health and nutrition when practicing as new nurses.

Abstract: Food insecurity is more prevalent among college students than in the general US population. This study examined the prevalence of food insecurity specifically among nursing students during the post-pandemic period. Survey data were collected from 199 students across four southeastern baccalaureate nursing programs. Between 44 and 60 percent of respondents reported being unable to afford balanced meals in the past year. To address this issue, strategies such as establishing campus food pantries, providing nutrition education, and raising awareness of community resources should be prioritized.

Aim: We identify and describe the existing evidence on academic nurse educator (ANE) perceived concerns regarding the use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in nurse education.

Background: Since its recent release, GenAI has abruptly impacted higher education. There is a call for ANEs to embrace GenAI. Some are ready, but others have concerns.

Method: The review followed the Joanna Briggs Institute methodology and used Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses Extension for Scoping Reviews; the search found 736 articles from eight databases. This study included articles, beginning November 2022, about ANEs and GenAI. Data were managed using Mendeley software, extracted by two reviewers, and reported using an extraction instrument. The team completed a thematic analysis.

Results: This study included 29 articles that report on ethical concerns and subthemes: integrity, plagiarism/cheating, overreliance, and lack of humanization.

Conclusion: GenAI technologies will continue to evolve, suggesting a continual need for ANEs to learn, discover, and process its impact on nursing programs.

Abstract: Communication and cultural competency improve patient outcomes and reduce health disparities. Communication is a key skill in culturally competent care. However, most nursing students do not have the opportunity to practice nursing care in languages other than English during their education. An undergraduate elective nursing course integrates scaffolding simulations, cultural competency concepts, and technology-based Spanish-language learning tools to improve Spanish-language proficiency and enhance cultural competency for the care of Spanish-speaking patients. The course uses an innovative design to enhance students' capacity to promote health equity, deliver culturally competent care, and overcome language barriers.

Abstract: Telehealth allows for realistic, problem-based scenarios to enhance students' clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Medical-surgical II and mental health faculty collaborated on a telehealth learning activity for second-semester prelicensure nursing students. The activity assessed students' ( N = 596) ability to recognize the relationship between courses when caring for patients and evaluated the effectiveness of standardized patient telehealth compared to traditional simulation and clinical experiences. Most students (90%) stated the telehealth activity effectively bridged concepts between courses, and 82% found it more advantageous than traditional methods. Telehealth prepares students for the evolving health care setting.