5H: Empathy in Action: Bridging the Rural Healthcare Gap with Video Simulation

Thursday, September 19 | 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.

This research project's purpose was to create, test, and compare the effectiveness of online modular didactic content and simulation to improve undergraduate nursing student knowledge about caring for rural populations, understanding the unique needs of rural populations, understanding the importance of advocating for rural populations and attitudes related to caring for this population.

Presenters: 

Melynda Hutchings, DNP, MSN, RN-BC, CEN, RHCN | University of Texas at Arlington

Jessica Smith, PhD, MSN, RN, CNE | University of Texas at Arlington

Jennifer Roye, MSN, RN, CHSE, CNE, EdD(c) | University of Texas at Arlington