The Nursing Skills lab plays an important role in the preparation of the nursing students. Students learn psychomotor and critical thinking skills in the Nursing Skills Lab. Students purchase a clinical skills book upon entering the nursing program to be used as their skills reference. The skills identified in a particular skill set relate to the theory content being presented. The criteria for successfully demonstrating the skills are included in the skills set packet.
Individualized practice is encouraged and guided practice sessions are provided.
The skills are practiced and evaluated in the Nursing Skills Lab under the supervision of the skills lab instructors. Students attend a required skills demonstration prior to completing the skills set requirements. They have the opportunity to ask questions, practice and seek additional assistance prior to being evaluated. Students select an evaluation time from times posted at the beginning of the semester. Students are encouraged to practice psychomotor skills in the skills lab as often as necessary to feel confident.