| Initiative Title | Upgrade Simulation and on-Campus Multi-sensory Lab equipment to current standards, include warranties for sustainability |
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| Submitted in Previous Year(s) | No |
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| Critical Information, Notes, Justification, Rationale | Provide students with on campus opportunities to practice skill sets using equipment/technology that they are expected to be able to use upon graduation. This technology will support instructional efforts for high-stakes skill testing. Updated simulation equipment that includes warranties will ensure availability of high-quality simulation experiences that enhance development of critical thinking skills. |
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| Consequences of this initiative not being funded | We have had multiple challenges this year with aging simulation equipment breakdowns, requiring costly repairs without the benefit of warranties to contain the cost. Many of the manikins are approaching obsolescence as newer technologies are being developed. In addition, other equipment we currently use, such as IV pumps, are outdated and no longer used by clinical agencies. It is illogical to try to instruct students using equipment they will no longer see in the hospitals. In addition, the transition to electronic medication dispensing and bar-code scanning in hospitals, nursing homes and outpatient settings has become nearly ubiquitous, yet we have not been able to update our equipment to match current practices. Finally, cameras we use to record student skill performance are aging and prone to malfunction. Without the investment in equipment and technology, we will be unable to provide students with on-campus experiences that will prepare them for employment in the current health care environment. Faculty will be unable to properly instruct and accurately assess students' performance on high-stakes skill tests. |
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| Department Goals | Support student success to increase program completion rate to at least 75% and NCLEX pass rate to at least 90%., Provide quality clinical instruction using current technology and updated equipment (for example, new, sustainable manikins for Simulation, updated equipment for multisensory and skill laboratories). |
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| Programs | AAS Nursing-Day, AAS Nursing-Evening |
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| Locations | Main Campus, Newburgh Campus |
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| Estimated Completion Date | 06/01/2018 |
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| Will this initiative span multiple budget years? | Yes |
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| Importance | High |
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| Funding Source | Request for Prioritization |
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| Created | 11/30/2017 2:32 pm |
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| Updated | 12/01/2017 2:39 pm |
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Institutional Goals
| Goal |
How will the initiative support this institutional goal? |
- COLLEGE GOALS as of 2011
- 2. To engage learners in an environment that develops their knowledge and skills in critical thinking, information and technology literacy, effective communication and enhances their awareness of civic responsibility and cultural diversity.
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Students who are exposed to a variety of modalities and instructional methods are better able to engage in critical thinking. Students need experience in using the technology that they will be expected to use in the workplace. |
- MIDDLESTATES STANDARDS
- 3. Institutional Resources
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Standard 3: Establishment of a technology replacement plan for the acquisition and replacement of technology
and equipment. |
- 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.
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Upgrade of the multisensory laboratory will assist students to have the skills needed for employment. |
- STRATEGIC
- Priority III: Provide adequate resources to allow College to realize its strategic goals.
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The goal of the college and the nursing department is to provide students with an education that will prepare them for the work force. |
- Program Accreditation
- Nursing Program Specific Accreditation
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ACEN Standard 5: Resources. Ensure fiscal resources are sustainable and sufficient to ensure the achievement of the student learning outcomes and program outcomes. |
Action Steps
| Action Step |
Responsible Party |
Order |
| Replace broken and outdated equipment, purchase new manikins and obtain warranties on high-importance equipment |
Chairperson, Simulation coordinator, lab coordinators and lab tech assistant |
1 |
Expected Outcomes
| Outcome |
Order |
| Equipment will be updated to current standards and be in good working condition and repaired/replaced as needed |
1 |
Assessment Methods
| Method |
Description |
Other Method |
Responsible Party |
| Student Surveys: Satisfaction Need |
Surveys can be developed internally and administered to assess student frequency, importance, need and satisfaction institution’s staff, office and services and programming. |
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Chairperson, Assistant Chairperson |
Resources
| INITIAL YEAR COST: |
$229,700.00 |
| RECURRING COST: |
$0.00 |
Equipment
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| Alaris IV pumps (20) |
$52000.00
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- Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| CPR meters (2) |
$1100.00
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- Administration and Finance, VP Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| Go-pro cameras (8) |
$4800.00
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- Administration and Finance, VP Office
- Information Technology, CIO Office
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| Med-Dispense Automated Medication Dispensing carts (2) |
$45000.00
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- Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| OB simulator "Noelle" and extra compressor for Noelle |
$50000.00
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- Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
- Information Technology, CIO Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| Replacement batteries for Sim-man (4) |
$1800.00
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- Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| Sim-Man Adult Manikin including warranty |
$75000.00
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- Academic Affairs and Student Services, Provost, VP Office
- Health Professions, AVP Office
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| TOTAL: |
$229,700.00 / $0.00 |
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Facility
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Supply
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Staffing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Training
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Marketing
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Other
| Need |
Cost (Initial/Recurring) |
Supporting Departments |
| TOTAL: |
$0.00 / $0.00 |
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Prioritization
This is initiative is ready for prioritization.
Assessment
| Date | Department Name | Status | Cost to Date | Funding Source | |
| No results found. |