High-Fidelity Simulation in an International Nursing Education: A Qualitative Descriptive Study

IF 1.9 Q2 NURSING

Teaching and Learning in Nursing Pub Date : 2025-01-01 DOI:10.1016/j.teln.2024.07.020

Floro Cubelo MPH, RN, BSN, CGNC, FFNMRCSI

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Abstract

Background

Finland's healthcare sector faced significant nursing shortages, prompting government strategies to recruit international nursing students (INS) and enhance their language skills. However, integration challenges persisted due to language proficiency barriers.

Aim

The aim of the study was to explore the use of the 24/7 bilingual nursing report simulation tool to improve language fluency and clinical skills among INS in Finland.

Methods

Data from fourteen INS were collected via an online survey questionnaire and analyzed using a qualitative content analysis method.

Results

INS reported positive experiences with immersive learning and improved language proficiency using the 24/7 tool. Challenges included weak Finnish language skills and instructional constraints. INS suggested increased simulation frequency, additional Finnish language courses, and smaller group sizes. They also recommended expanding debriefing rooms to accommodate larger groups during discussions.

Conclusions

Integrating bilingualism into healthcare simulation education effectively prepared INS for Finland's healthcare system, addressing labor shortages and enhancing patient care quality. Further research is needed to evaluate the long-term impact of bilingual simulation education on INS integration and patient outcomes.

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Teaching and Learning in Nursing NURSING-

CiteScore

2.60

自引率

10.50%

发文量

119

审稿时长

37 days

期刊介绍： Teaching and Learning in Nursing is the Official Journal of the National Organization of Associate Degree Nursing. The journal is dedicated to the advancement of Associate Degree Nursing education and practice, and promotes collaboration in charting the future of health care education and delivery. Topics include: - Managing Different Learning Styles - New Faculty Mentoring - Legal Issues - Research - Legislative Issues - Instructional Design Strategies - Leadership, Management Roles - Unique Funding for Programs and Faculty