Virtual Pediatric Nursing Simulation: Feasibility and the Virtual Registered Nurses’ Experiences
- Research team: Principal investigator Vuong Prieto, PhD, RN, CHSE. Co-investigators Linda Sheen, PhD, APRN, FNP-BC; Darlene Acorda, PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC; and Brandi Virgin, MSN, RN.
- Funding sponsor: 2025 Sigma/Joan K. Stout, RN, Research Grant
- Overview: The aim of this study is to determine the feasibility of a pediatric virtual registered nurse (ViRN) simulation for participants who are nursing students in their third or final semester of the Bachelor of Science in Nursing program and to explore participants’ perceptions and experiences in the ViRN role.
- Budget: $3,633
- Project period: November 2025-November 2026
