Dr. KT Waxman DNP, MBA, RN, CNL, CHSE, CENP, FSSH, FAONL, FAAN

A central component of successful simulation alliances is planning for sustainability. Consistent long-term funding provides predictable resources with which to conduct operations, develop simulation assets, identify best practices, and advocate for the expert use of simulation in healthcare education and practice. However, little has been published on revenue models for simulation alliances. The purpose of this report is to describe the sustainability plan for the California Simulation… Show more

A central component of successful simulation alliances is planning for sustainability. Consistent long-term funding provides predictable resources with which to conduct operations, develop simulation assets, identify best practices, and advocate for the expert use of simulation in healthcare education and practice. However, little has been published on revenue models for simulation alliances. The purpose of this report is to describe the sustainability plan for the California Simulation Alliance (CSA). Show less

There is little to no improvement in the quality of patient care since the publication of To Err is Human report in 1999 by the Institute of Medicine (IOM).1 Healthcare provider education must address quality and patient safety language in order to meet the demands of the 21st century.2 Academic institutions focus on the quality and safety language as outlined by the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Conversely, hospitals emphasize competencies and standards as outlined in The… Show more

There is little to no improvement in the quality of patient care since the publication of To Err is Human report in 1999 by the Institute of Medicine (IOM).1 Healthcare provider education must address quality and patient safety language in order to meet the demands of the 21st century.2 Academic institutions focus on the quality and safety language as outlined by the Quality and Safety Education for Nurses (QSEN). Conversely, hospitals emphasize competencies and standards as outlined in The Joint Commission (TJC) accreditation standards and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Magnet® competencies. Nurse leaders need a crosswalk among all three standards that can help guide their practice. The crosswalk can help nurse leaders have an increased understanding of the role that QSEN plays in educating a competent and safe nursing workforce.

Key words: QSEN, Patient Safety, Quality Outcomes, TJC, Magnet
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Evolution of USF DNP program

Simulation is widely recognized as an efficient and effective way to help new nurses build the skills they need to become confident and competent practitioners. But many organizations think simulation training is out of their reach because they cannot afford the astronomically expensive simulation technology and labs with all the bells and whistles.

Healthcare Simulation Program Builder helps healthcare professionals who want to use simulation to improve orientation and preceptorships… Show more

Simulation is widely recognized as an efficient and effective way to help new nurses build the skills they need to become confident and competent practitioners. But many organizations think simulation training is out of their reach because they cannot afford the astronomically expensive simulation technology and labs with all the bells and whistles.

Healthcare Simulation Program Builder helps healthcare professionals who want to use simulation to improve orientation and preceptorships, build nurse competency, enhance nurse residency programs, and strengthen interprofessional communication across the entire healthcare team.

This first-of-its-kind book assists those who want to begin using simulation for training, but don't know where to start. It discusses the theory around simulation, when to use different modalities, how to get buy-in, and how to measure results. It is the perfect curriculum builder and contains all the tools and templates you need to get started so you don't have to create them yourself!

This book will:


- Explain the types of simulation, its educational principles, simulation technology, and the skills needed to launch a successful program
- Provide sample resources, including job descriptions, scenario templates, and video release forms
- Include examples from organizations around the country that are successfully using simulation Show less

Book chapter with Juli Maxworthy

Book chapter with Marjorie Miller

Editor and chapter contributor