5B: Dedicated Education Unit Impact on Readiness for Nursing Practice

Thursday, September 24 | 2:00 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. 

Dedicated Education Units pair nursing students with experienced nurses in structured clinical settings. This mixed-methods study (N=129) examined DEU versus traditional clinical experiences on practice readiness and fear of failure. Preliminarily, DEU students report supportive learning conditions and reduced fear of upsetting others. Final data will clarify DEU impact and inform strategies to enhance clinical education.

Presenters: 

Amber Young-Brice, PhD, RN, CNE | Marquette University

Sandra Kaebicsh, DNP, RN, CNE | College of Nursing, Marquette University