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Role development in midwifery education: A place for simulation.
Sharon L Ruyak1, Laura Migliaccio1, Amy Levi1
1University of New Mexico, College of Nursing, MSC09 5350, 1 University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM 87131, United States.
Midwifery
|February 11, 2018
Summary
Simulation-based learning enhances student midwife role development by focusing on crucial communication and delegation skills in high-stress scenarios. This approach prepares them for effective healthcare team integration and practice.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Healthcare Simulation
- Midwifery Practice
Background:
- Simulation-based learning is recognized for developing healthcare team members.
- A need exists to utilize simulation for student midwife role transition and development.
- This paper addresses the gap in simulation for midwifery role development.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe an evolving simulation curriculum.
- To enhance student midwife role development.
- To integrate technical skills training within the curriculum.
Main Methods:
- The curriculum is implemented at the University of New Mexico, College of Nursing.
- Utilizes the Interprofessional Healthcare Simulation Center.
- Involves Masters in Nursing (Midwifery Concentration) and Bachelor of Science in Nursing students.
Main Results:
- Simulation provides a platform to practice communication skills with healthcare team members.
- It emphasizes the importance of clear delegation in high-stress situations.
- Offers opportunities to refine technical skills.
Conclusions:
- Practicing communication skills is vital for midwifery role development.
- Simulated task delegation is a key component of this development.
- Simulation-based learning effectively supports student midwives' transition into practice.
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