High-Fidelity Simulation Use in Preparation of Physician Assistant Students for Neonatal and Obstetric Care

Donkers, Kelly; Truscott, Judy; Garrubba, Carl; DeLong, Deborah

doi:10.1097/jpa.0000000000000070

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“…All neonatal PA fellows train at the level IV NICU where PALS is required. Before entering any clinical areas, during the first 2 weeks of “boot camp,” the neonatal PA fellows attend 2 skill training sessions, conducted by one of the neonatologists, including neonatal procedures and neonatal resuscitation in a simulation laboratory 28,29…”

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“…Before entering any clinical areas, during the first 2 weeks of "boot camp," the neonatal PA fellows attend 2 skill training sessions, conducted by one of the neonatologists, including neonatal procedures and neonatal resuscitation in a simulation laboratory. 28,29 During the program, the neonatal PA fellows complete procedural checklists as opportunities arise. Their progress is monitored and discussed.…”

Section: Neonatal Pa Fellowship Skills/proceduresmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Growing Neonatal Advanced Practice Providers via Mentorship Can Fill the Need

Morris

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Fitzgerald

et al. 2021

Advances in Neonatal Care

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Background: The need for neonatal advanced practice providers (APPs) has been described. Hospital training programs for neonatal physician assistants (PAs) have been developed by physicians. No publications exist about programs administered by neonatal APPs for both new graduate neonatal nurse practitioners (NNPs) and neonatal PAs. Purpose: The purpose of this work was to mentor, train, and hire neonatal APPs in a program administered by neonatal APPs. Methods: We developed a 2-pronged approach to attract PAs and new graduate NNPs. Marketing strategies included receptions, information, and mentorship. A 12-month neonatal PA fellowship program included clinical mentorship and weekly didactics. Case-based presentations were provided by neonatal APPs, neonatologists, and allied professionals. The new graduate NNP program included clinical mentorship and monthly meetings with peer support, lectures, and case presentations. Neonatal APPs were clinical mentors. Team-building activities supported mentorship and collaboration among all care providers. Findings: In less than 5 years, 10 PAs and 11 new graduate NNPs have been trained and hired, as well as experienced neonatal APPs hired for this regional neonatology program. For the first time in years, locum tenens neonatal APPs are not required. We have developed a “tool kit” of content, activities, exercises, and evaluations to support successful attainment of expected competencies. Implication for Research: Future studies can measure retention, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes. Implication for Practice: A successful training program has been implemented to meet the growing demand. We support the values of integrity, collaboration, and equity to facilitate this successful paradigm shift among all neonatal professional team members.

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confidence: 99%

Section: Neonatal Pa Fellowship Skills/proceduresmentioning

confidence: 99%