Professor/Simulationist Prairie State College Chicago Heights, IL, United States
Disclosure(s):
Danielle M. Coleman, PhD, MSN, RN, FAADN: No financial relationships to disclose
Abstract : As nursing programs increasingly implement simulation, the specific benefits of recorded simulation for early learners in pre-licensure programs remain underexplored. First-semester nursing students often face challenges in mastering foundational skills, such as patient assessment, basic communication, and procedural techniques. This project explores the integration of recorded simulation in nursing education through the lens of Kolb’s Experiential Learning Theory, which emphasizes learning as a cyclical process involving concrete experience, reflective observation, abstract conceptualization, and active experimentation. Results demonstrate that recorded simulations not only support the development of core competencies but also contribute to students' confidence and self-efficacy, ultimately leading to improved patient care outcomes. By incorporating recorded simulations, nursing students can actively engage in reflective observation, reviewing their actions and decision-making processes to deepen their understanding and improve clinical skills. This project involved first semester nursing students participating in simulations designed to develop core nursing skills within a controlled, simulated clinical environment. Each session was recorded, enabling students to revisit and critically assess their performance as part of a structured self-assessment process. Faculty facilitated debriefing sessions using the Debriefing for Meaningful Learning (DML) model, which guided students through reflective analysis of their skill application, decision-making, and potential areas for improvement. Initial feedback indicated that students gained increased confidence and competency, citing recorded playback as a critical tool for identifying errors and reinforcing correct techniques. By enhancing reflective practice and foundational skills, this approach supports pre-licensure students in developing a solid clinical foundation and promotes higher standards in simulation pedagogy.
Please include a short summary of your presentation that highlights why an attendee would want to participate in your session.: This paper discusses the rationale for recorded simulation, specifically for first-year prelicensure nursing students. It explains the benefit of guiding students through self-reflective techniques, which allows for the improvement of clinical skills and patient care.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, the participant will be able to explain the rationale behind recording simulations for first-semester prelicensure nursing students.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to demonstrate how to utilize recordings from simulations during debriefings.
Upon completion, the participant will be able to effectively guide students through self-reflective practices to improve clinical skills and patient care.
