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Using Simulation to Prepare Nursing Students for Professional Roles
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Using Simulation to Prepare Nursing Students for Professional Roles

Ruth A. Wittmann-Price, Sam W. Price, Crystal Graham and Linda Wilson
Holistic nursing practice, v 30(4)
01 Jul 2016
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1097/HNP.0000000000000139
PMID: 27223618
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Abstract

Integrative & Complementary Medicine Life Sciences & Biomedicine Nursing Science & Technology
The current job market for nurses is variable and although there remains a projected shortage of nurses for the future, availability of entry-level positions has changed. This mixed-methods pilot study describes the successful use of simulated role-play to prepare senior nursing students (N = 66) for competitive job markets. The simulation laboratory was set up as a human resource department. The students and interviewers were evaluated by surveys. The majority of students rated the experience high for understanding interviews and assisting them with readiness for interviews. Qualitative results revealed themes of nervousness, confidence, and readiness. Interviewers also discussed student nervousness and the benefits of simulated interviews. These results affirmed that the overall learning outcome of the experience was positive and can assist in promoting professional role transition. The project will continue to be implemented, and it will be extended to graduate students in the future.

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