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Towards identifying nurse educator competencies required for simulation-based learning: A systemised rapid review and
Anne Topping1, Rikke Buus Bøje2, Leena Rekola3
1Hamad Medical Corporation, P O Box 3050, Doha Qatar.
Nurse Education Today
|June 28, 2015
Summary
This review identified essential competencies for nurse educators facilitating simulation-based learning (SBL). Key skills include planning, safe facilitation, clinical realism, and professional values for effective nursing education.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Simulation
- Competency Development
Background:
- Simulation-based learning (SBL) is increasingly utilized in nursing education.
- Identifying core competencies for nurse educators is crucial for effective SBL implementation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review and synthesize literature to identify competencies required by nurse educators for facilitating simulation-based learning (SBL).
Main Methods:
- A rapid review and synthesis of literature from 2002-2012 was conducted.
- A protocol-based search across multiple databases (e.g., PubMed, CINAHL) identified 2156 articles.
- Nine full-text articles were critically appraised and analyzed inductively to extract competency statements.
Main Results:
- A modest amount of empirical evidence exists for a competency framework.
- Common educator preparation methods included simulation-based workshops and experiential training.
- Required competencies encompass planning/designing simulations, facilitating in safe environments, expert nursing knowledge, evidence-based practice, and professional values.
Conclusions:
- A preliminary competency framework for nurse educators in SBL was derived.
- Further development is needed to create a comprehensive model for integrating SBL into nursing curricula.
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