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Paula Wyman1, Michael Holmes1, Katherine Kreis1
1University of Texas at Arlington, College of Nursing and Health Innovation.
Studies in Health Technology and Informatics
|July 25, 2024
Summary
Few nursing schools integrate Electronic Health Records (EHRs) into curricula, impacting new nurse preparedness. This study introduces EHR training for junior nursing students to evaluate its effectiveness in enhancing clinical readiness.
Area of Science:
- Nursing Education
- Health Informatics
Background:
- Limited integration of Electronic Health Records (EHRs) in US nursing school curricula, with only 10% adoption.
- Potential negative impact of EHR non-usage on new nurses' effectiveness and readiness for practice.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the effectiveness of implementing Electronic Health Records (EHRs) within a nursing curriculum.
- To evaluate the impact of early EHR exposure on nursing students' preparedness for practice.
Main Methods:
- Implementation of EHR training for junior (J1) nursing students starting Spring 2024.
- Ongoing data collection to analyze the effectiveness of the EHR integration process.
- Longitudinal study planned to follow students through four semesters and into their first year of practice.
Main Results:
- Data collection initiated in Spring 2024 for J1 students.
- Preliminary phase of a longitudinal study to understand EHR benefits.
Conclusions:
- Early findings from the initial cohort will inform future curriculum adjustments.
- The study aims to establish a comprehensive understanding of EHR integration benefits for nursing students.
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