Sequence Technology Entry-level practice requires the use of technology Educational technology appreciation Nursing informatics indicators Common technologies Teachers need support to use technology Summary References 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 4
Technology “Technology is the application of scientific knowledge for practical purpose or application whether in industry or everyday lives” Nursing Technology “Nursing technology is medical technology designed to help RNs, LPNs, and other nursing professionals care for their patients more effectively” (Merriam Webster, 2023) 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 5
Entry Level Practice Requires Use of Technology 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 7
Nursing Informatics Indicators Identifies and demonstrates appropriate use of a variety of technologies Uses decision support tools to assist clinical judgment Uses ICT in the nurse-patient relationship Describes the health information system Describes Various types of electronic records 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 8
COMMON TECHNOLOGIES 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 9
Simulation The representation of the behavior or characteristics of one system through the use of another system, especially a computer program designed for the purpose Simulation types Low fidelity Medium fidelity High fidelity 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 10
The Stages of Simulation 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 11
Simulation Outcomes Enhance knowledge gains Decrease medication error Increase self-confidence and efficacy Master basic skills Role play challenging situations Practice critical interventions 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 12
Difficulties with Simulation Transfer of outcomes to the clinical setting Unrealistic level of self-confidence Stress is heightened Creative Strategies What’s the Hardest Part? It’s OK to Be Wrong 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 13
Virtual Clinical Labs Technology can augment clinical experiences for students by allowing an entire group of students to feel that they are at the bedside in real-time Vgo Creative Strategies Visit a Virtual Clinical Lab 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 14
Mobile Technology Ubiquitous in healthcare practices Information Decision platforms Communication Creative Strategies To Text or Not to Text 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 15
Social Media Interactive Internet platforms in which users create, share, and exchange information in online communities Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn Missing aspects Professional nuances of privacy Ethics Creative Strategies Now That’s Professional 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 16
Teachers Need Support to Use Technology S.T.E.P. (Jeffries, 2008) S : Standardized material T : Training the trainers E: Encouragement P: Planning Creative Strategies Step up for simulation 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 17
Summary Technology can enhance clinical education Simulation, virtual labs, mobile technologies, and social media are additional technologies to enhance clinical teaching Provide safe environments where students can practice the skills they need to learn Students need supportive feedback Teachers may use S.T.E.P. to learn how to use the technology 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 18
REFERENCES Melrose, S., Park, C., & Perry, B. (2021). Creative clinical teaching in the health professions. Athabasca University Press. 9/30/2024 TECHNOLOGY ENHANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION 20