Utilization of Phone Simulations to Assess Competency Within Nursing Education

Area of Science:

• Nursing Education
• Medical Simulation
• Healthcare Pedagogy

Background:

• Phone simulations provide accessible teaching and assessment opportunities in nursing education.
• Traditional clinical placements face challenges like limited sites and preceptors.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development and implementation of diverse phone simulations in nursing education.
• To offer guidance for wider adoption and adaptation of phone simulation strategies.

Main Methods:

• Creation and implementation of varied phone simulations.
• Application across generalist and advanced practice nursing levels.
• Inclusion of guided reflections for self-remediation.

Main Results:

• Phone simulations are easily implemented and positively received by learners.
• Simulations effectively assess student learning and progression.
• Telephone SBAR simulations enhance communication skills for safe patient care.
• Simulations are adaptable for diverse populations and specialties.

Conclusions:

• Phone simulations offer flexible learning and assessment opportunities.
• They support the evaluation of knowledge and competency in educational and clinical settings.
• Adaptable phone simulations enhance nursing education and practice readiness.