Authors

  1. Arias, Alicia MSN
  2. Sander, Rebecca MSN
  3. Siek, Terry MSN, NEA-BC

Abstract

Orienting new graduates through simulation, which incorporated critical thinking performance at the bedside, improved their readiness to respond to critical situations and eased transition to the appropriately assigned unit. Graduate nurses' critical thinking processes at the bedside were observed and scored according to how quickly correct diagnoses were made and interventions identified. A scorecard was developed based on defined criteria.