Creation of a Novel Virtual Reality Simulation to Increase Nursing Skills in Management of Workplace Violence.
Publication/Presentation Date
3-1-2025
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: This article presents the design, development, and implementation of a novel and innovative virtual reality (VR) simulation aimed at increasing nursing skills in identifying, managing, and deescalating workplace violence (WPV) incidents and mitigating the effects after critical incidents.
BACKGROUND: The ANA reports that 1 in 4 nurses in the United States experience workplace assault annually, highlighting the novel role of VR simulations in educating and preparing nurses to recognize, address, and minimize the impact of WPV.
METHODS: A multidisciplinary team designed and implemented a VR simulation based on real WPV incidents reported by nurses in an urban health system, enlisting a film and video company's expertise to bring scenarios to life, addressing a critical gap.
CONCLUSIONS: This article discusses the collaborative creation of simulations using VR as a novel strategy for educating nurses on identification, management, and deescalation of incidents of WPV and mitigating the effects of WPV after critical incidents.
Volume
55
Issue
3
First Page
152
Last Page
156
ISSN
1539-0721
Published In/Presented At
Tobias, J., DiDonato, S., Whitfield-Harris, L., Okupniak, C., Santulli, G., Das, N., & Marino, M. (2025). Creation of a Novel Virtual Reality Simulation to Increase Nursing Skills in Management of Workplace Violence. The Journal of nursing administration, 55(3), 152–156. https://doi.org/10.1097/NNA.0000000000001548
Disciplines
Business Administration, Management, and Operations | Health and Medical Administration | Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods
PubMedID
39951339
Department(s)
Administration and Leadership
Document Type
Article