Ambulatory Care Simulation: A Collaboration Between MSN and BSN Students

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Simulation-Based Learning
• Interprofessional Collaboration

Background:

• A university nursing school piloted integrating Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) students into existing Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) scenarios.
• This initiative aimed to foster collaboration between nursing students at different academic levels.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of a collaborative simulation on nursing students' learning experiences.
• To assess improvements in communication and collaboration skills among BSN and MSN students.

Main Methods:

• Utilized a Zoom platform for telehealth and urgent care patient scenarios.
• BSN students performed patient assessments and reported to MSN students who provided feedback and treatment orders.
• Conducted debriefing sessions involving student pairs, peers, and faculty.

Main Results:

• Student satisfaction with the simulation experience was high, based on the Modified Simulation Evaluation Tool (SET-M) and faculty-developed questions.
• Both BSN and MSN students reported enhanced confidence and improved skills in communication and collaboration.
• Qualitative feedback indicated a positive learning experience for all participants.

Conclusions:

• The collaborative simulation model was beneficial for both BSN and MSN students.
• This innovative simulation approach will be incorporated as a permanent component of the nursing curriculum.
• The study highlights the value of interprofessional simulation in nursing education.