Lessons Learned in Providing Just-in-Time Simulation Education on Manual Pronation to Medical-Surgical/Telemetry...

Area of Science:

• Critical Care Nursing
• Pandemic Preparedness
• Medical Education

Background:

• COVID-19 patients often require mechanical ventilation and pronation therapy.
• Healthcare systems face challenges in rapidly scaling up critical care capacity during surges.
• Existing nursing staff may need specialized training to manage complex patient needs.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development and implementation of just-in-time simulation education for nurses.
• To prepare nurses with medical-surgical and telemetry experience for critical care demands during a pandemic.
• To provide a framework for staff development educators to create similar training programs.

Main Methods:

• Utilized the ADDIE (Assessment, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation) model for educational program design.
• Developed simulation-based training focused on manual pronation therapy and mechanical ventilation management.
• Provided just-in-time education to nurses in preparation for a pandemic admission surge.

Main Results:

• Just-in-time simulation education effectively prepared nurses for critical care scenarios.
• The ADDIE model provided a structured approach to developing and implementing the training.
• Staff development educators can adapt this model for similar preparedness initiatives.

Conclusions:

• Simulation-based just-in-time education is a viable strategy for enhancing nursing readiness during health crises.
• The ADDIE model facilitates the creation of targeted, effective educational interventions for critical care.
• Proactive staff education is crucial for maintaining high-quality patient care during pandemic events.