2018 TNA and TSNA Joint Annual Conference

2018 TNA-TSNA JOINT CONFERENCE | ADVOCACY IN ACTION
Post-graduate surveys will reveal outcomes for employment intentions for the first graduating cohort
participating in the project. Qualitative data from curriculum interventions were collected from program
participants and their clinical preceptors to display gains and lessons learned in providing culturally
competent care. Baseline data for self-efficacy related to working with underserved rural and urban
populations will be established for the ten incoming student trainees in May 2018. Mid-intervention data for
the new 2018 trainees will be available by October 2018 to report further outcomes.
Findings:
Initial qualitative data suggests that project strategies increased self-efficacy in working with underserved
populations as well as an increased interest in pursuing post-graduation employment at clinics working
with underserved populations, especially those trainees who were exposed to longitudinal rural clinical
placements. Quantitative data on post-graduation employment for program participants will be available by
October 2018. Project barriers were noted and addressed regarding identifying preceptors in urban clinics.
Recommendations for Practice/Research:
Ongoing research for further curriculum enhancements that integrate clinical and classroom learning is
necessary. Research on identifying and implementing education methods for preceptors in underserved
areas in order to ensure thorough student training is recommended.
Gaming in the Classroom: Annual St. Patrick’s Day Final Exam Review
Mary Lee Jacobson (Presenter)
Cynthia Powers (Co-Presenter)
Problem Addressed:
The purpose of this study was to demonstrate how a variety of gaming techniques could be used for test
and skills review for an accelerated BSN program. Games have been used to engage students in interactive
learning and to enhance recall.
Objectives:
Discuss how gaming can engage students in interactive learning
Identify benefits and barriers to using gaming in the classroom.
Methods/Procedures:
To prepare first semester students for the foundations/skills course final exam a jeopardy style game was
developed based on the final exam blueprint. Since the event occurred in March the faculty used a St
Patrick’s Day theme for decorations, prizes and refreshments.
Poster will include procedures for identifying appropriate content for gaming, developing the games and
implementing gaming in the classroom
Findings:
Students’ evaluations were positive, and consistent with evidence. The poster will present background,
methods, barriers and benefits, and outcomes.
Recommendations for Practice/Research:
Gaming can be an effective way to engage students in interactive learning and can be a valid method for
exam review.
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