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Undergraduate nursing transition to clinical practice

Abstract

A self-directed learning laboratory (SDL Lab) was introduced in February 2015 resembling a 'real life' clinical environment and access to clinical educators. This educational resource aimed to enhance students' workplace readiness for professional practice in the clinical setting through skills practice and focused guidance.

Description

44th Biennial Convention 2017 Theme: Influence Through Action: Advancing Global Health, Nursing, and Midwifery.

Author Details

Debra Kerr Sr., PhD, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Deakin University, Geelong, Australia; Lisa Tabb Sr.; Jennifer Ratcliff Sr -- Department of Nursing and Midwifery, Western Health, St Albans, Australia; Ruby Walter Sr., PhD, Nursing, Victoria University, St Albans, Australia

Lead Author Affiliation

Deakin University, Geelong, Victoria, Australia

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

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Research Approach

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Keywords:

Nursing Education, Self-directed Learning, Workplace Readiness

Conference Name

44th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Conference Year

2017

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Undergraduate nursing student perceptions of a supervised learning laboratory: A strategy to enhance workplace readiness

Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

A self-directed learning laboratory (SDL Lab) was introduced in February 2015 resembling a 'real life' clinical environment and access to clinical educators. This educational resource aimed to enhance students' workplace readiness for professional practice in the clinical setting through skills practice and focused guidance.