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Essentials in Clinical Simulations Across the Health Professions
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 12 hours
  • Course by The George Washington University
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This 7-week course provides you with key strategies to help understand the foundation of Clinical Simulations. During each module, you will learn about 7 key components of Clinical Simulation Across the Health Professions and its' impact in your current position as a healthcare professional. Please utilize all of the Resources provided by each of the modules to support and enhance your understanding of each concept. You will learn about the following topics in this course: Module 1: Getting Started in Clinical Simulation-the Fundamentals Module 2: INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Module 3: Implementing Simulation in the Curriculum Module 4: Developing a Simulation Center Module 5: Basics of Debriefing in Simulation Module 6: Evaluation Methods in Simulation Module 7: SPs in Simulation About The George Washington University School of Nursing Ranked among the top nursing schools by U.S. News & World Report, the George Washington University School of Nursing educates and inspires nurses to provide high-quality, compassionate person-centered health care. The school develops leaders actively engaged in health promotion, patient advocacy and healthcare innovation, and prepares exceptional nurse educators who pursue quality and advance the profession. The School of Nursing is committed to improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities locally, nationally and globally. The school values lifelong learning and its students advance nursing practice, leadership and education as they make a difference in the world. For more in-depth simulation education, please see the GW Nursing Simulation Initiatives. https://nursing.gwu.edu/gw-nursing-simulation-initiatives

Modules

Session 1: Essentials Elements in Getting Started with Clinical Simulations

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Building Clinical Simulations Using a Theoretical Basis

1 Discussions

  • The Importance of a Strategic Plan

2 Videos

  • Welcome!
  • Essential Elements in Getting Started with Clinical Simulations

Session 2: The Essentials Needed in Building a Simulation-Based Program

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • The Essentials Needed in Building a Simulation-Based Program

1 Videos

  • The Essentials Needed in Building a Simulation-Based Program

Session 3: Concepts and Educational Activities Promoting Simulations and Safe Patient Care

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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2 Assignment

  • Concepts and Educational Activities Promoting Simulations and Safe Patient Care
  • Summative Assessment-Are You a Clinical Simulation Expert?

1 Discussions

  • Faculty Development in a Simulation Center

1 Videos

  • Concepts and Educational Activities Promoting Simulations and Safe Patient Care

Session 1: Introduction to the INACSL Standards of Best Practice

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Introduction to the INACSL Standards of Best Practice

1 Videos

  • INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation

Session 2: INACSL Standard of Best Practice: Simulation Design & Outcomes and Objectives

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • INACSL Standard of Best Practice: Simulation Design

1 Videos

  • INACSL Standard of Best Practice: Simulation Design & Outcomes and Objectives

Session 3: INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Professional Integrity and Facilitation

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Professional Integrity and Facilitation

2 Discussions

  • Psychological Safety
  • Challenges of Facilitating Simulation

1 Videos

  • INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Professional Integrity and Facilitation

Session 4: INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation Operations, Debriefing, Participant Evaluation and Simulation-Enhanced Interprofessional Education

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Summative Assessment-Are You an INACSL Standards Expert?

1 Discussions

  • INACSL SOBP Implementation Plan

1 Videos

  • INACSL Standards of Best Practice: Simulation on Operations, Debriefing, Participant Evaluation, and Simulation-Enhanced Interprofessional Education

Session 1: Integrating Simulation in the Curriculum: Best Practices

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Introduction to implementing simulation into the curriculum. Best practices in integration of simulation.

1 Discussions

  • Simulation Based Healthcare Education

1 Videos

  • Integrating Simulation in the Curriculum: Best Practices

Session 2: Curriculum Development and Key Concepts

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Assignment
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  • Overview of the steps to curricular development according to model of Kern et al.
  • Summative Assessment: Implementing Simulation in the Curriculum

1 Videos

  • Curriculum Development and Key Concepts

Session 1: Simulation Operations

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Development of Simulation Centers

1 Videos

  • Simulation Operations

Session 2: Strategic Planning for Simulation Centers

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Strategic Planning

1 Videos

  • Strategic Planning for Simulation Centers

Session 3: Potential Revenue Sources

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Possible Revenue Sources

1 Videos

  • Potential Revenue Sources

Session 4: Budget, Assets and Resources

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Budget, Assets and Resources

1 Videos

  • Budget, Assets and Resources

Session 5: Personnel Needs and Support

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Summative Assessment-Best Practices of SIM Centers

1 Videos

  • Personnel Needs and Support

Session 1: The Basics of Debriefing in Simulation

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • The Basics of Debriefing in Simulation

3 Discussions

  • Debriefing is Essential
  • Using Feedback and Debriefing
  • Pacing of Debriefing

1 Videos

  • The Basics of Debriefing in Simulation

Session 2: Communication Strategies for Simulation Debriefing

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Communication Strategies for Simulation Debriefing

2 Discussions

  • Socratic Questioning and Strategies
  • Advocacy-Inquiry Statements

1 Videos

  • Communication Strategies for Simulation Debriefing

Session 3: Using Debriefing Methods in Simulation

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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  • Using Debriefing Methods in Simulation
  • Summative Assessment-Critical Components of Debriefing

2 Discussions

  • Selecting a Debriefing Method
  • Competency in Debriefing

1 Videos

  • Using Debriefing Methods in Simulation

Session 1: Kirkpatrick’s Framework for Evaluation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Kirkpatrick’s Framework for Evaluation

1 Discussions

  • Kirkpatrick's Evaluation Model

1 Videos

  • Kirkpatrick’s Framework for Evaluation

Session 2: Evaluating the Simulation

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Evaluating the Simulation

1 Discussions

  • Scenario Evaluation Checklist Application

1 Videos

  • Evaluating the Simulation

2 Readings

  • Session 2 Readings
  • Simulation Effectiveness Tool

Session 3: Evaluation of the learner

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Evaluate the Learner

1 Discussions

  • Evaluation Tools in SIM Programs

1 Videos

  • Evaluation of the Learner

Session 4: Evaluation of the Simulation Program

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Discussion
    • 2 Assignment
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  • Evaluation of the Simulation Program
  • Summative Assessment-Mastering Kirkpatrick's Framework for Evaluation of Simulation

1 Discussions

  • SSH Accreditation

1 Videos

  • Evaluation of the Simulation Program

Session 1: Terminology, Standards, and the Role of SPs in Simulation

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Terminology, Standards, and the Role and Function of SPs in Simulation

1 Videos

  • Terminology, Standards, and the Role of SPs in Simulation

Session 2: Writing SP Cases

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Writing SP Cases

1 Videos

  • Writing SP Cases

Session 3: Recruiting SPs and Training Them for Role Portrayal

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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  • Recruiting SPs and Training Them for Role Portrayal

2 Discussions

  • Sources of SP Recruitment
  • Effective SP Training Techniques

1 Videos

  • Recruiting SPs and Training Them for Role Portrayal

Session 4: Program Management and SP Educator Professional Development

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Assignment
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  • SP Program Management and SP Educator Professional Development
  • Summative Assessment-ASPE Standards of Best Practice Principles

1 Videos

  • SP Program Management and SP Educator Professional Development

Auto Summary

Unlock the essentials of Clinical Simulations with this immersive 7-week course designed for healthcare professionals. Dive into the intricacies of clinical simulation, guided by experts from the prestigious George Washington University School of Nursing. This course is meticulously structured to enhance your understanding and application of clinical simulations across the health professions. Throughout the course, you will explore seven comprehensive modules, each focusing on a critical aspect of clinical simulation: 1. Fundamentals of Clinical Simulation 2. INACSL Standards of Best Practice 3. Integrating Simulation into Curriculum 4. Developing a Simulation Center 5. Basics of Debriefing 6. Evaluation Methods 7. Use of Standardized Patients (SPs) in Simulation With each module packed with valuable resources, you will gain practical strategies and insights to elevate your role in healthcare. The course, offered through Coursera, spans 720 minutes of professional-level content, making it an ideal fit for healthcare practitioners looking to deepen their expertise and impact in clinical education. Embrace the opportunity to learn from a top-ranked institution renowned for its commitment to advancing nursing practice and healthcare innovation. Enroll now under the Starter subscription to take a significant step towards mastering clinical simulations and enhancing patient care. For further learning, explore the GW Nursing Simulation Initiatives for more advanced simulation education. Join us and be part of a transformative journey in healthcare education and practice.

Pamela R. Jeffries
Instructors

Pamela R. Jeffries

Sabrina Beroz
Instructors

Sabrina Beroz

Pamela Slaven-Lee
Instructors

Pamela Slaven-Lee

Crystel Farina
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Crystel Farina

Karen Lewis
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Karen Lewis

Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst
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Kristina Thomas Dreifuerst

Suzan Kardong-Edgren
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Suzan Kardong-Edgren