Integration of simulation based education into the Nursing Curricula

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Initiative Title	Integration of simulation based education into the Nursing Curricula
Submitted in Previous Year(s)	2007-2008
Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale	Simulation provides realistic patient learning situations and enhances critical thinking ability. Simulation is a viable option in providing clinical experiences for student learning in the face of shrinking clinical resources.This would require a full-time faculty person and a dedicated IT support person. The current state of the technology, the cost of the equipment and the level of expertise to integrate the technology into the curriculum requires trained staff. Additionally, research has proven that simulation has a positive effect on retention rates and on increasing pass rates on NCLEX (National licensing Examination).
Consequences of this initiative not being funded	Our program will not be able to provide the same level of educational experiences as that being provided by nearby colleges including SUNY community colleges. Currently 60% of students accepted into the program graduate in three years. NCLEX pass rates for the program have been declining over the past three years. In 2006, the National Council State Boards of Nursing agreed to increase the difficulty level of the exam and the level of critical thinking required.
Department Goals
Programs	AAS Nursing-Day, AAS Nursing-Evening
Locations
Estimated Completion Date	06/01/2010
Will this initiative span multiple budget years?	Yes
Importance	Low
Funding Source	Request for Prioritization
Created	06/17/2013 5:03 pm
Updated	06/17/2013 5:03 pm

Institutional Goals

Goal	How will the initiative support this institutional goal?
COLLEGE I: To provide courses in the arts, sciences, health professions, humanities, business and technology at the level of Associate degree programs, certificates, training and developmental programs to meet student needs for further education, employment and personal growth. 6: To assess classroom support and technology needs on a departmental basis and implement the necessary classroom upgrades in a coordinated manner.
STRATEGIC Priority III: Provide adequate resources to allow College to realize its strategic goals.
STRATEGIC V: Provide a clear, consistent and compelling presentation of Orange County Community College.
AMP D: Technology a: Upgrade computer labs and relevant equipment on a consistent three-year cycle

Action Steps

Action Step	Responsible Party	Order
Purchase adult wireless simulator with needed periperals	simulation coordinator	1
Create a position of simulation Coordinator	chair	2

Expected Outcomes

Outcome	Order
Sudents will receive state of art instruction with simulated clinical learning opportunities	1

Assessment Methods

Method	Description	Other Method	Responsible Party

Resources

INITIAL YEAR COST:	$233,000.00
RECURRING COST:	$130,000.00

Equipment

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Projector, 360 camera and LCD screen	$20000.00
wireless 3G simulator and periperals	$73000.00	Information Technology, CIO Office
TOTAL:	$93,000.00 / $0.00

Facility

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Creation of a control room in BT 210	$10000.00	Facilities
TOTAL:	$10,000.00 / $0.00

Supply

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Staffing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
IT support person: part-time	$30000.00 / 30000.00 (1st year)
Simulation Coordinator - Full time Position	$75000.00 / 75000.00 (1st year)
TOTAL:	$105,000.00 / $105,000.00

Training

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
Faculty training	$10000.00 / 10000.00 (1st year)
TOTAL:	$10,000.00 / $10,000.00

Marketing

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
TOTAL:	$0.00 / $0.00

Other

Need	Cost (Initial/Recurring)	Supporting Departments
equipment warranty, servicing and upgrade	$15000.00 / 15000.00 (1st year)	Information Technology, CIO Office
TOTAL:	$15,000.00 / $15,000.00

Prioritization

Level 5 Level 5 Cabinet Middle States	Level 4 Level 4 PBIE Committee	Level 3 Level 3 Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office Administration and Finance, VP Office Board of Trustees Chief Diversity Officer Institutional Advancement, VP Office President, Office of Student Services, VP Office SUNY Orange Foundation Sustainability Workforce Development, Strategy & Innovation, VP Office	Level 2 Level 2 Alumni Relations and Special Events Athletics Business Math Science and Technology, AVP Office Business Office Career and Internship Services Communications Office Enrollment Mgt and Student Financial Services, AVP Office Facilities Food Tech Grants Health Professions, AVP Office Hudson Valley Educational Consortium Human Resources, AVP Office Information Technology, CIO Office Institutional Planning Assessment and Research Lab School Learning & Student Success, AVP Office Liberal Arts, AVP Office Marketing Newburgh Campus Phi Theta Kappa Security Student Engagement and Completion, AVP Office SUNYOrange PLUS	Level 1 Level 1 Academic Advising Academic Support Middletown Academic Support Newburgh Academic Technology Accessibility Services Admissions and Recruitment Arts and Communication Behavioral Sciences Biology Bursar Business Capital Projects Center for Student Involvement Center for Teaching and Learning Clinical Laboratory Science Computer Science and Technology Criminal Justice Cultural Affairs Custodial and Grounds Dental Hygiene Deployment & Operations Diagnostic Imaging Education Educational Opportunities Program Educational Partnerships English Enrollment Support Services Environmental Health and Safety ESL Financial Aid Global Studies Governance High School Equivalency (HSE) Honors Program HVAC Information Services & Network Infrastructure Interdisciplinary Studies Liberty Partnership Program Library Mail and Copy Services Maintenance Mathematics Movement Science Nursing Occupational Therapy Payroll Physical Therapy Records and Registration Science Engineering and Architecture Student Services - Data Management Student Services Central Student Services Newburgh Campus Student Support Initiatives Testing Center TRiO Student Support Services Unused Wellness Center Workforce Development Programming Workforce Student Support Youth Empowerment Program	Initiative Title	Department
6	6 Notes View	19	2	1	Integration of simulation based education into the Nursing Curricula $233,000.00 / $130,000.00	Nursing AAS Nursing-Day AAS Nursing-Evening

Prioritization Notes

Level 4

Level 4 (PBIE Committee)

Integration of simulation into the nursing curriculum is needed as the program seeks to remain the nursing program of choice in Orange County and the best in the SUNY system. This technology initiative links with the college’s strategic plan, academic master plan and goals of the nursing department. Simulation leads to effective learning. The following are among its benefits to the learner: provides immediate feedback through use of an instructor and peer evaluator, with camera; develops critical thinking and clinical judgment; integrates didactic learning from the curriculum; individualizes learning; defines and measures learning outcomes; guarantees practice of skills in a controlled learning environment with 1-1 mentoring from the instructor; develops expertise in performance of clinical skills, with immediate feedback from the instructor; ranges in level of clinical difficulty; provides a wide variety of clinical conditions; provides a controlled learning environment for the student; reduces human error by providing a team training program; provides opportunity for leadership and delegation skills; provides on demand access to patients; enhances cultural sensitivity in a variety of created clinical scenarios. Clinical sites and experiences have decreased in number due to numerous factors: patient census, malpractice concerns, competition from other schools. Simulation provides additional, necessary clinical experience. Participation in scenarios allows practice of all nursing skills that the student will perform as a licensed, registered nurse.

Assessment

Date	Department Name	Status	Cost to Date	Funding Source
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