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Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

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A clinical internship model for the nurse practitioner programme.

Geraldine A Lee¹, Les Fitzgerald

¹La Trobe University, Alfred Clinical School of Nursing, The Alfred Hospital, Prahran, and School of Nursing and Midwifery, La Trobe University, Melbourne 3004, Australia. g.lee@latrobe.edu.au

Nurse Education in Practice

|May 13, 2008

Summary

This study outlines an innovative internship model for nurse practitioner (NP) students in Victoria, Australia. The program successfully equipped NPs with advanced clinical skills and knowledge, receiving favorable student feedback on mentorship and practical application.

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Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Using Simulation Models to Train Clinicians in the Use of Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Published on: August 9, 2024

Area of Science:

Nursing Education
Advanced Practice Nursing
Healthcare Professional Development

Background:

Nurse practitioners (NPs) in Victoria, Australia require Masters-level preparation for endorsement.
Developing a university curriculum to prepare NPs theoretically and clinically for advanced practice presents challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

To outline the development of an innovative internship model for nurse practitioner students.
To report on student opinions and the effectiveness of this clinical internship model.

Main Methods:

An internship model was implemented where NP students worked with qualified mentors.
Students developed clinical learning plans, maintained logs of mentor meetings, and focused on advanced assessment, prescribing, and diagnostic skills.
A clinical assessment tool aligned with National Competency Standards for the Nurse Practitioner was utilized.

Main Results:

Student feedback on the clinical internship was overwhelmingly favorable.
Students reported significant benefits from working with a clinical mentor and engaging in clinical case presentations.
The internship facilitated the acquisition of specialized knowledge and advanced clinical skills.

Conclusions:

The developed internship model effectively prepares nurse practitioners for advanced practice roles.
Clinical mentorship is a valuable component in enhancing NP education and skill acquisition.
This innovative program successfully integrates theoretical knowledge with practical clinical experience.