%0 Journal Article
%T The Pathway to Developing a Competency-based Tool for Entry-level Nursing Simulation: A Delphi Study.
%A Cole HS
%A Lippe MP
%A Guerra DS
%J J Prof Nurs
%V 53
%N 0
%D 2024 Jul-Aug
%M 38997187
%F 2.272
%R 10.1016/j.profnurs.2024.04.004
%X <B>BACKGROUND: </B>Simulation-based learning experiences allow undergraduate nursing students to develop competence and confidence through deliberate practice with immediate feedback on the learner's performance through debriefing. With the transition to competency-based nursing education, nursing faculty need more guidance in implementing competency-based evaluations in the simulation setting.<BR><B>OBJECTIVE: </B>This Delphi study aims to inform the future development of a competency-based tool - SimComp - based on the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Essentials.<BR><B>METHODS: </B>A Delphi framework was used to recruit expert nursing faculty to complete the surveys via an online platform. Data analysis occurred through open-ended questions and quantitative methods to ensure that the responses from expert panelists were used to form the results.<BR><B>RESULTS: </B>After four rounds of this Delphi study, a consensus was achieved on 111 appropriate items for assessing competence in the simulation-based learning environment.<BR><B>CONCLUSIONS: </B>While further research is warranted, this study provides insight for nursing institutions considering implementing or increasing the use of simulation within their program for competency-based evaluations.