New publication on nursing education during pandemic

Faculty in the School of Nursing have published a new paper in the Clinical Simulation in Nursing journal titled "P Stands for Pivot: Pivoting Face-to-Face Practicum to Virtual Simulation during the Pandemic".

The publication presents an overview of the use of virtual simulation in clinical practicum courses during the COVID-19 pandemic and describes the principles agreed upon in the School of Nursing to replace clinical hours with the use of virtual simulation. The paper proposes a safe, practical, and virtual environment with the aim of fostering clinical competence, self-confidence, reflective practice, teamwork, and collaboration during unprecedented times.

The paper was authored by Dr. Laurie Peachey, Dr. Tammie McParland, Dr. Sandra Goldsworthy and Dr. Veronika Williams.

The publication can be read here.