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A Capstone Simulation for Leadership Development: Bridging Theory to Practice
Haley P Strickland1, Teresa D Welch
1Author Affiliations: Assistant Professor (Dr Strickland) and Assistant Professor (Dr Welch), The Capstone College of Nursing, University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa.
Background:
New graduate nurses are expected to function autonomously and be practice-ready upon graduation. However, transitioning from the role of student to one of leadership in the professional nurse's role is a complex experience.
Problem:
Concerns for safety and liability in an increasingly complex health care environment may limit the availability of relevant clinical experiences for nursing students to develop leadership skills.
Approach:
The Mock Hospital, a comprehensive capstone simulation, was designed to immerse senior nursing students into the leadership role of the professional nurse.
Outcome:
Positive feedback obtained from students through reflection and discussion supports the implementation of a capstone simulation.
Conclusions:
Supporting new graduate nurses' transition into practice, while preparing the next generation of nurses to successfully meet the challenges of a complex health care environment, will require innovative and transformative educational experiences.
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