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Comprehensive practicum evaluation across nursing program
Deanna L Reising1, Lynn E Devich
1Indiana University School of Nursing, Bloomington, USA. dreising@indiana.edu
Nursing Education Perspectives
|August 11, 2004
Summary
This study details a new evaluation program for a competency-based nursing curriculum, ensuring students meet essential nursing skills across four semesters. Faculty found the program effective for assessing student competency achievement.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Competency-Based Education
- Healthcare Simulation
Background:
- A baccalaureate nursing program implemented a new competency-based curriculum.
- Traditional evaluation methods required enhancement to align with new educational goals.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and describe a comprehensive laboratory and clinical evaluation program.
- To ensure progressive, criterion-based assessment aligned with nursing competencies across four semesters.
Main Methods:
- Designed evaluations based on progressive course content and program year competencies.
- Integrated laboratory and clinical practicum evaluations across four semesters.
- Collected faculty feedback on program effectiveness and student performance assessment.
Main Results:
- The evaluation program successfully assessed student performance against defined competencies.
- Faculty reported satisfaction with the program's ability to determine competency achievement.
- Program refinements improved student stress levels and evaluator consistency.
Conclusions:
- The developed evaluation program effectively supports a competency-based nursing curriculum.
- Criterion-based evaluations in laboratory and clinical settings are crucial for nursing education.
- Ongoing program refinement enhances both student experience and assessment reliability.