July 10, 2024By Erin Carn Bennett

Most Watched Virtual Healthcare Simulation Webinars 2024

Virtual Healthcare Simulation Webinars on HealthySimulation.com are popular for all specialties in healthcare with any involvement in clinical simulation based education. To assist with advancement in the field of clinical simulation webinars, HealthySimulation.com hosts weekly CE webinars, many of which focus on virtual specific topics. There are over 300 recorded CE/CME webinars available on the HealthySimulation.com LEARN CE/CME platform, and many more events recorded each week. Virtual Healthcare Simulation champions can find the must-know insights to help them develop a virtual simulation program at an educational or clinical institution. Here then are the most-watched virtual simulation webinars from HealthySimulation.com listed in no specific order.

‌(CE) Fostering Interprofessional Skills Through Virtual Healthcare Simulation : This webinar will explore the development of interprofessional virtual simulation events to foster interprofessional collaboration among the healthcare team. Learners will have the opportunity to explore a variety of virtual simulations developed by nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech language pathology content experts. An overview of development best practice will be provided including the integration of the Interprofessional Education Collaborative Core competencies for interprofessional collaborative practice (IPEC Core Competencies).

‌(CE) Virtual Simulation by-Proxy (VSbP): Alternatives to In-Person Simulation-based Hospital Training for Graduate Nurses : This CE webinar will show how a hospital-based clinical simulation program supported the transition to a virtual delivery methodology for a Nurse Residency Program during COVID-19. Background: Amidst the 2020-2021 COVID-19 pandemic, the Memorial Hermann Nurse Residency Program (Transitions to Practice Program) shifted to an entirely virtual content delivery platform (Zoom). In-person simulation-based training (SbT) in the System Clinical Education simulation center (MH SHINE: Simulation for Healthcare Innovation & Excellence) halted, and the need arose to continue facilitation of immersive SbT to augment didactic learning while in a virtual environment. Purpose: To evaluate the effectiveness of Virtual Simulation by-proxy (VSbp) as a viable SbT delivery methodology for hospital-based nurse residency programs. Methods: A QI project was conducted to implement a VSbp as an alternative to in-person simulation-based training (SbT) utilizing a high-fidelity simulator. Results: Results utilized to facilitate continued development and implementation of immersive SbT for the Memorial Hermann nurse residency program and other hospital-based simulation activities. Practice Implications: Implementing an immersive SbT methodology utilizing a virtual platform such as VSbp may foster continued development of the graduate nurse’s critical thinking while providing an engaging learning experience. Expanding the scope beyond the nurse residency program into the clinical hospital setting may support increased participation in SbT.


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An Open Educational Resource on Virtual Simulation: A Free Educator’s Toolkit :

This webinar will present more about the open access etextbook entitled Virtual Simulation: An educators’ toolkit found which was developed as a resource to help educators and simulationists use virtual simulations with learners in all educational settings. The free online book is designed to highlight key concepts related to educator preparation, prebrief, enactment, debrief and evaluation stages required for providing an effective virtual simulation learning experience. The foundational information in this etextbook will benefit any educator who is using virtual simulation in a course, lab, clinical setting or to augment practice. Come to this session to learn more about this innovative, valuable resource.


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(CE) How to Create Low-Cost Asynchronous Virtual Simulation for Graduate Level-Nursing Students : This CE webinar will explore the application of a low-cost virtual simulation for Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) students as an effective way to teach non-technical, leadership skills by combining available technology and resources. Technology of low or no cost solutions were used to create an immersive experience that allowed students access to a timeline of critical events, recorded video interviews, and a live interaction with the family member. In the simulation, the DNP students function as hospital leaders in communicating medical error to a patient’s family member. The National League for Nursing Student Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Learning’s survey was used to measure outcomes. The majority of students reported the teaching method was effective and motivating and covered critical content necessary for the mastery of advanced practice nursing.

Leveraging Virtual Simulations for Enhanced APRN Education : In the evolving landscape of healthcare education, the integration of innovative simulation technologies has become essential for training Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRNs). This webinar, presented by Dr. Gonzalez, explores the significant advantages of utilizing Sentinel U’s screen-based simulations, specifically designed for the Acute Care Adult and Gero specialty focused on inpatient care. The webinar aims to illustrate how these simulations provide a comprehensive educational tool that aligns with the National Organization of Nurse Practitioner Faculties (NONPF) Core Competencies, thereby enhancing the training and skills of APRNs. During the session, we will introduce the key features of Sentinel U’s simulations, including robust comprehensive health records, consults, referrals, diagnostics, and imaging. Each aspect is crafted to foster critical thinking and decision-making skills through interactive components such as inquiry, review of systems (ROS), physical assessments, and differential diagnosing. The presentation will highlight how these simulations enable students to develop effective, evidence-based care plans. Attendees will gain insights through case studies and testimonials demonstrating the simulations’ impact on APRN education outcomes. This practical demonstration will showcase the depth and breadth of the learning experience facilitated by Sentinel U’s products.

(CE) The Rapid Acceleration of Virtual Simulation in Nursing Education : The events of the past year have not only drastically affected the nursing profession, but also the ways in which we provide instruction to student nurses. This informative and educational webinar will explore the pandemic’s continued impact on instruction, how nursing simulation will continue to play an integral role into 2022, and the future of virtual instruction as a permanent fixture in learning pedagogy. Joining this important conversation will be Director of Simulation-Based Education at UCONN School of Nursing Valorie MacKenna, Ph.D., RN; Assistant Director of Clinical Nurse Educator Simulation at the University of Washington School of Nursing Simulation Center Keondra Rustan, Ph.D., RN, CHSE, CNE; and Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Arizona College of Nursing Amber Kool, DNP, RN.

Using Custom Virtual Patients: Enhancing Experiential Student-led Simulated Learning : The global COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated the challenges of providing students with authentic opportunities for workplace-based learning. At Liverpool John Moores University, academic staff on the undergraduate Master of Pharmacy programme developed, piloted and implemented a range of experiences for students, designed to simulate a wide range of “day in the life” experiences for students in a variety of settings. Learn how the team at Liverpool John Moores University implemented immersive, student-led clinical simulation events that could take place regardless of date, time and setting by creating custom patients across a variety of presenting conditions and clinical settings.

(CE) Building Faculty Development for Embedding Virtual Simulation in Clinical Education : Clinical educators in higher education have rapidly embedded virtual simulation including screen-based simulations, virtual gaming simulations, virtual reality and extended reality in education. For many healthcare educators, different forms of virtual simulations are being used to prepare students for clinical practice or replace clinical practice hours. They have the potential to help prepare students for practice and promote achievement of learning outcomes in an engaging, safe environment. But adopting virtual simulation as a teaching strategy needs a thoughtful approach; medical simulation pedagogy needs to be applied. Without a sound pedagogical process to guide VS use in the curriculum, those outcomes may not be achieved. There is now a growing body of research on ways to effectively embed virtual experiences into an educational program to optimize learning. A newly developed workshop has been created specifically for educators who are using virtual simulations in their teaching. Participate in this CE webinar to learn more about opportunities to prepare educators to effectively use virtual simulations.

Immersive Learning: Integrating VR Simulation and Continuity of Care in Nursing Education : In this webinar, we delve into the innovative integration of VR simulation within nursing curricula, leveraging the foundational concept of “Continuity of Care” to strategically align scenarios and elevate student learning. By tracing the patient journey of Wilfred Price from his doctor’s office to the ER, onto the floor, and ultimately back home upon discharge, educators can implement Continuity of Student Care and Continuity of Patient Care to effectively scaffold learning experiences. Join us to explore how VR simulation enriches nursing education through immersive, patient-centered scenarios, and take a look at the virtual training tools available from Oxford Medical Simulation.



(CE) Is VR the Future of Nurse Education and Training? A Panel Review : This panel presentation offers perspectives on Virtual Reality simulation research and its impacts on new and continuing nursing education and training. Panelists include nurses and nursing educators from top institutions in the U.S. The intention of this panel is to help participants gain a better understanding of Virtual Reality simulation as it compares to traditional simulation methods in the context of improving the efficacy of nursing training. As more research is conducted on VR medical simulations, educators and learners can begin to see the true impact of growing technologies on the future of nursing training and continued education.

(CE) Taking the Leap into VR: How University of Manitoba is Innovating Healthcare Education : The College of Nursing at the University of Manitoba is excited to share an in-depth guide on incorporating virtual reality (VR) into healthcare education, highlighting the success of our expanded undergraduate nursing program that now includes over 1000 students. In this program, each student engages in 108 clinical hours of simulation, with a significant portion (one-third) dedicated to VR experiences in UbiSim. Over the past four semesters, students have spent more than 2400 hours in VR simulations, underscoring our dedication to cutting-edge and immersive learning. This presentation will cover various facets of VR integration, such as understanding the necessary equipment, choosing the right VR platform, fostering solid relationships with IT departments, and implementing effective strategies for onboarding faculty and students. It also emphasizes the importance of maintaining persistence and patience throughout the process. Ongoing evaluation of the VR program will also be discussed. Looking to the future, the presentation will outline the potential advancements of VR in healthcare education, with the goal of improving patient care and outcomes. The University of Manitoba is convinced of VR’s transformative role in both nursing education and practice. We extend an invitation to others to gain insights from our experiences and knowledge, equipping them with the necessary resources and understanding to maximize the use of VR in healthcare education.

How to Select the Right VR Headset for Healthcare Simulation Training : In the field of healthcare education, VR technology is on the rise, but navigating this transition consistently and effectively into the clinical curriculum can be challenging. Whether streamlining new medical device training across hospital departments or orientating new healthcare students to the process of patient assessment, VR offers both educational and professional spaces new innovative ways to improve clinical knowledge, procedural practice, interdisciplinary and patient communication, decision-making, prioritization and more! As such, clinical simulation champions are encouraged to understand the Virtual Reality tools landscape to best achieve key learning objectives, as making savvy equipment choices is crucial for boosting efficiency and long-term simulation and patient outcome cost savings. The team from HTC America invites you to participate in this one hour session, tailored to equip clinical educators with the knowledge and insights necessary to excel in the selection of the most appropriate VR technologies for healthcare education and clinical training.

This article has explored the most watched Virtual Healthcare Simulation Webinars for 2024 on HealthySimulation.com. Virtual Simulation is a fantastic modality of healthcare simulation which can meet a number of learning outcomes for all clinical simulation participants. Tune into the Virtual Healthcare Simulation Webinars listed above to stay up to date with the latest news and trends on this topic!

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