Why NICU Nurses Love Sim Central Training?

  • Poonam Thakore Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Mary Kuster Northwest Texas Healthcare system
  • Ruchi Singh Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Tetyana Vasylyeva Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
  • Mubariz Naqvi Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Keywords: simulation, mock code training, NICU nurses

Abstract

Objective: The main objective of this survey was to assess the efficiency of Comprehensive simulation program in Mock Code training among neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) nurses.Method: A survey consisting of five questions on the topic Mock Code training was conducted in Sim central at Texas Tech Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, TX. To gather feedback from Sim Central trainees we requested 47 NICU nurses from North West Texas Healthcare system to participate in the study and asked them to grade the satisfaction from 1 (being strongly disagree) to 5 (being strongly agree). No low ratings of 1 or 2 were submitted.Result: The summary of the response was: A. Compared with previous training, training received at Sim Central for Mock Codes provided a better learning experience? Evaluation grade/ responses: 3 (10.6%); 4(21.27%); 5 (63.8%). B. Does having a “patient†with “vital signs†such as “breath sound†and, “heart beat†enhanced the learning experience? Evaluation grade/ responses: 3(6.3%), 4 (25.5%); 5 (63.8%). C. Was there enough time to practice skills? Evaluation grade/ responses: 3 (2.1%), 4 (40.42%); 5 (57.44%). D. Was all the equipment needed for Mock Code training available? Evaluation grade/ responses: 3 (8.5%); 4 (40.42%); 5 (51%). E. Was orientation/training at Sim Central adequate for you to function in the NICU? Evaluation grade/ responses: 3(2.1%), 4 (40.42%); 5 (57.44%).Conclusion:  From this survey, Comprehensive simulation program found to be effective and well received by NICU nurses for Mock Code training.

Author Biographies

Poonam Thakore, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Pediatrics
Mary Kuster, Northwest Texas Healthcare system
Pediarics
Ruchi Singh, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Pediatrics
Tetyana Vasylyeva, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Pediatrics
Mubariz Naqvi, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Pediatrics
Published
2015-11-17
How to Cite
Thakore, P., Kuster, M., Singh, R., Vasylyeva, T., & Naqvi, M. (2015). Why NICU Nurses Love Sim Central Training?. International Journal of Integrative Pediatrics and Environmental Medicine, 2, 40-42. https://doi.org/10.36013/ijipem.v2i0.24
Section
Articles

Most read articles by the same author(s)