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  • Hospital resources were strained during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • A need existed to rapidly train non-intensive care unit (ICU) nurse practitioners (NPs) for critical care settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate a brief educational course's effectiveness in improving non-ICU NPs' knowledge and comfort in critical care.
  • To assess the impact of a blended learning curriculum on critical care nursing skills.

Main Methods:

  • A 12-week blended curriculum combining bedside teaching, online learning, and simulation was implemented.
  • Learning was assessed via pre- and post-course multiple-choice question (MCQ) tests and direct faculty observation.
  • Learner comfort and reaction were evaluated using pre- and post-course surveys.

Main Results:

  • All seven participating NPs reported satisfaction with the course and its flexible format.
  • There was a significant increase in the mean MCQ scores from 60% pre-course to 73% post-course.
  • NPs reported improved self-confidence in managing critically ill patients post-course.

Conclusions:

  • The COVID-19 Critical Care Course (CCCC) effectively prepared NPs for ICU demands during the pandemic.
  • The course provided practical knowledge and skills, fostering confidence in managing critically ill patients.
  • This innovative training model supports rapid upskilling of healthcare professionals in critical care settings.