With HealthStream ’ s onboarding programs , new hires walk through varying components that prove theoretical learning and assess if one can apply that knowledge in a case study setting . This year , HealthStream will release a new competency development system that assesses clinical knowledge . Coady discusses how this will address the development of critical thinking for nurses , “ Our critical thinking assessments will utilize AI case studies and students must identify the problem , provide objective assessment , document that assessment , and provide recommendations . We will be able to assess their theoretical knowledge and critical thinking knowledge and provide an objective evaluation of that person ’ s ability to critically think .” Participants receive a score that can be benchmarked against others in the organization . From there , that person ’ s ability can be measured long-term and development opportunities are provided where gaps are identified .
In closing Coady states , “ It ’ s important to remember that critical thinking is a process of how someone integrates different aspects of learning into their decision-making process . At HealthStream we want to ease the transition and prepare a person for this integration regardless of where they begin .”
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