Abstract

This robust, multi-site study compared several methods of nursing competency assessment in simulation to determine which were best at identifying the novice nurse. This is important as the novice nurse is the one that will need further education and mentorship to ensure patient safety.

Author Details

Mary Ann Shinnick, PhD, ACNP, CHSE, School of Nursing, UCLA, Los Angeles, California, USA

Sigma Membership

Non-member

Type

Presentation

Format Type

Text-based Document

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Assessment, Competency, Simulation

Conference Name

Nursing Education Research Conference 2020

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International,National League for Nursing

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2020

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Distinguishing novice competency: How do simulation assessments measure up?

Washington, DC, USA

This robust, multi-site study compared several methods of nursing competency assessment in simulation to determine which were best at identifying the novice nurse. This is important as the novice nurse is the one that will need further education and mentorship to ensure patient safety.