The use of simulation and game-based learning to promote nursing engagement, interactive information delivery, and quality learning through team-based collaboration, engagement, and enhanced learning while having fun.
Komal Patel, MPEd., RN, Clinical Nurse Educator, Surgical Program, North York General Hospital
Komal is deeply committed to advancing quality initiatives that enhance patient care and improve overall quality of life within the Surgical Program and specifically Inpatient General Surgery, the Short Stay Units, and Day Surgery. With a decade of experience as a nurse, including seven years serving as a Clinical Nurse Educator, she has a solid educational foundation and is dedicated to creating innovative educational curricula through simulation and game-based education designed to create safe learning spaces. Komal has emerged as a guiding force in leadership and best practices, instilling a deep rooted commitment to excellence in nursing care by championing quality improvement projects and education, which in turn have led to exemplary patient outcomes.
Katherine Gregory, RN, MSN, Clinical Nurse Educator, North York General Hospital
Katherine, Clinical Nurse Educator at North York General Hospital, is a distinguished leader overseeing multiple units at the Consumers site, including Operating Rooms, Day Surgery, Cystoscopy, and Medical Device Reprocessing, who has become a beacon of leadership and best practice, infusing excellence into every facet of the perioperative program. Katherine is a dedicated advocate for quality improvement projects, simulation-based training, and contributing to innovative healthcare practices that extend beyond the perioperative program.
Co-Authors
Sonia Mendez, MSN, Clinical Nurse Educator, North York General Hospital, Toronto
Komal Patel, RN, PM ED, Department of Surgery, North York General Hospital, Toronto
Katherine Gregory, RN, MSN, Clinical Nurse Educator, North York General Hospital, Toronto
Rochelle Rock, RN, MN, CPN(C), Clinical Nurse Educator, North York General Hospital, Toronto
Sarah Branton, RN, BScN, MScN, Academic Education, North York General Hospital, Toronto