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UbiSim Releases Nurse Readiness Crisis Report, Finds Nurses Are Too Often Unprepared for Challenges of Clinical Practice

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New data reveals almost half of nurses thought about quitting during their first year on the job, with 31% citing inadequate preparation for the realities of nursing as a primary reason.

BOSTON, Oct. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — UbiSim [UbiSim __title__ https://www.ubisimvr.com/, the world’s first immersive virtual reality (VR) training platform built specifically for nurses, today released the findings of The Nurse Readiness Crisis: What Nursing Students Say They Need to Be Patient-Ready, which surveyed 800 individuals who received nursing education in the last five years in the United States. Bridging the gap between education and real-world practice is essential, yet the data found that new nurses in high-stakes environments may lack the confidence or practical skills needed as they begin their roles.

The journey to becoming a nurse presents significant physical, mental, and emotional challenges – from long clinical hours to demanding coursework, requiring both resilience and skill. According to The Nurse Readiness Crisis Report, 42% of nurses considered quitting in their first year due to inadequate preparation. Almost a quarter (21%) of students who dropped out or considered dropping out of nursing school cited difficulty in applying knowledge to practical situations as a key reason. Upon graduating from their nursing program, an alarming 35% of nurses felt unprepared to cope with high-stress environments.

The data underscores the critical need for nursing education to evolve and incorporate more hands-on, immersive training solutions that can help bridge this gap between theory and practice. Immersive technologies, like virtual reality (VR) simulation, have emerged as powerful tools to do just that. Nearly all students (92%) who had access to immersive simulation training reported that it was an integral part of their curriculum, and 89% said it helped them better prepare for real-world scenarios.

“I recall the fears I had during my own training—the fear of making mistakes, not knowing enough, and not doing enough for my patients and their families,” said Christine Vogel, MSN, RN, CHSE, CHSOS, Lead Nurse Educator for UbiSim. “The findings in the Nurse Readiness Crisis Report resonate with my experience and highlight the need for immersive, hands-on training to prepare students for complex care early in their education. With increasing patient acuity and workloads, today’s nursing students face even greater pressures as they navigate the challenges of building competence and resilience in demanding clinical settings.”

Unlike traditional clinical rotations, where students may only encounter certain high-stakes situations once or twice under supervision, VR simulation can recreate a wide variety of clinical scenarios, enabling students to practice essential skills repeatedly until they feel confident. Furthermore, institutions that invest in mentorship programs and mental health resources can significantly improve both student satisfaction and retention. A significant 75% of students said increased access to instructors would have made a meaningful difference to their education, highlighting the importance of the student-faculty relationship and the impact of the shortage of nurse educators.

“Our research underscores the critical gap in nursing education that is leaving students underprepared for the real-world challenges they face after graduation,” said Shawn Boom, CEO of Labster ApS, UbiSim’s parent company. “Immersive technology like UbiSim’s virtual reality nursing simulation can be a powerful solution to bridge this readiness gap by providing every nursing student with the realistic training they need to deliver the highest quality of patient care from day one on the job.”

Additional key findings include:

Nurses in critical care and emergency settings who considered dropping out of nursing school were 42% and 39% more likely than average, respectively, to say that VR simulation training would have improved their experience.Critical care nurses were alarmingly 47% more likely than average to feel unprepared to utilize medical technology after graduation, and obstetrics nurses were 39% more likely to feel unprepared to manage abusive patients or distressed family members.Rural students often lack access to clinical placements in cutting-edge medical facilities, putting them at a disadvantage compared to their urban counterparts. Notably, those who attended nursing school in rural settings were 29% more likely than average to say VR would have improved their educational experience.

Commenting about these findings, recent nurse graduate Bailey Arrata said, “Simulation as a part of my overall education was quite important, and UbiSim gave me the additional practice and confidence I needed to assess and treat patients. My competence was built from my confidence to speak up, request to take the lead, and ask questions.”

To learn more about the Nurse Readiness Crisis Survey, read the executive summary here.

METHODOLOGY
The Nurse Readiness Crisis survey was conducted between August 13th and August 29th, 2024. UbiSim commissioned Kickstand Research to conduct a survey of 800 respondents in the United States who have received nursing education in the last 5 years. The study was conducted at 95% confidence with a +/- 3.5% margin of error.

ABOUT UBISIM
UbiSim™ is the leading immersive virtual reality (VR) training platform dedicated specifically to nursing by Labster. By combining evidence-based immersive VR simulations with an intuitive, web-based authoring tool, UbiSim empowers faculty to customize and design simulations that are curated for their students’ learning objectives and align with the Next Generation NCLEX test plan and AACN Essentials domains. UbiSim is in use at hundreds of nursing institutions to advance the shared mission of addressing the nursing shortage by reducing the cost, time, and logistical challenges of traditional simulation methods and scaling high-quality nursing education. Founded in 2016, UbiSim was acquired by Labster ApS (http://www.labster.com) in 2021 and is the VR/AR solution winner in the EdTech Digest 2024 Cool Tool Awards and the Career Prep Platform of the Year in the 2024 EdTech Breakthrough Awards. Visit http://www.ubisimvr.com.

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Lubbock Plastic Surgeon Dr. Thanapoom Boonipat Leads Suturing Workshop for Texas Tech Women in STEM Premed Students

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LUBBOCK, Texas, Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dr. Thanapoom “Mo” Boonipat, plastic surgeon and founder of FacePlus Plastic Surgery Institute in Lubbock, led a hands-on suturing workshop and career Q&A session for premed students at Texas Tech University. The event was organized by Women in STEM at Texas Tech University.

During the workshop, students practiced suturing fundamentals on suture pads using surgical instruments, with Dr. Boonipat demonstrating technique and coaching students individually. The session also included an open discussion about the path to a career in medicine, including medical school, residency training, and choosing a surgical specialty.

“Every surgeon remembers the first time they held a needle driver. Giving premed students that experience early — along with honest answers about the road ahead — can make the path into medicine feel real and reachable. I was glad to spend the afternoon with such motivated students.” — Dr. Thanapoom Boonipat

“Organizations like Women in STEM do important work connecting young women with mentors and hands-on experience in fields where they are still underrepresented, including surgery. FacePlus is proud to support that effort here in our own community in Lubbock.” — Dr. Thanapoom Boonipat

Women in STEM is a Texas Tech University student organization that supports women pursuing undergraduate and graduate studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Events like this connect students with practicing professionals and give them early, practical exposure to clinical skills.

Dr. Boonipat is a plastic and craniofacial surgeon. His training includes an integrated plastic surgery residency at Mayo Clinic and a craniofacial, maxillofacial, and facial aesthetics fellowship at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital in Taiwan, following medical school at Dartmouth and undergraduate study in biomedical engineering at Johns Hopkins. He founded FacePlus Plastic Surgery Institute in Lubbock in 2024.

About FacePlus Plastic Surgery Institute:
FacePlus Plastic Surgery Institute is a plastic surgery practice in Lubbock, Texas, founded by Thanapoom Boonipat, MD. The practice provides cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery, including facial, breast, and body procedures, serving patients in Lubbock and across West Texas. For more information, visit facepluspsi.com.

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Vantrue Announces Early Black Friday Sale with Up to 44% Off Select Dash Cams

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November 1–21, 2026 | Official Website: Vantrue.com

SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vantrue, a dash cam brand dedicated to helping drivers capture the road with confidence, is launching its three-week Black Friday campaign from November 1 to November 21, 2026. The event brings together discounts of up to 44% on selected dash cams, a 100% win-rate prize wheel for subscribers, and exclusive bidding events, giving drivers multiple ways to discover and save on Vantrue products.

Every Eligible Spin Wins a Prize

The Black Friday excitement starts with Vantrue’s 100% win-rate spin wheel. Visitors can subscribe through the official website and spin for a chance to receive exciting rewards, including the latest Vantrue dash cams, special prize bundles, and other surprises. Each subscriber is eligible for one spin during the campaign.

Black Friday Deals in Two Waves

Vantrue’s Black Friday offers will roll out in two waves, featuring discounts on selected dash cams for everyday drivers, rideshare professionals, and those looking to upgrade their in-car recording setup.

Wave 1: November 1–10, 2026

Vantrue E1 Lite: 36% off — $69.99 (regular price: $109.99)
 Vantrue N2X: 36% off — $159.99 (regular price: $249.99)
 Vantrue N4S: 44% off — $199.99 (regular price: $359.99)
 

Wave 2: November 11–21, 2026

Vantrue E1 Pro S: 35% off — $129.99 (regular price: $199.99)
 Vantrue N5S: 36% off — $293.99 (regular price: $459.99)
 Vantrue N4 Pro S: 40% off — $279.99 (regular price: $469.99)
 

Exclusive Bidding Events Add More Excitement

In addition to the promotional pricing, Vantrue will host two special bidding events, offering participants another way to pursue selected dash cams at competitive prices.

BID #1: November 5–7, 2026 — Bid on featured products for a chance to secure them at a lower price.BID #2: November 12–14, 2026 — Return for another opportunity to bid on premium models.

With multiple ways to participate throughout the three-week event, Vantrue’s Black Friday campaign combines savings, interactive rewards, and special shopping opportunities in one destination.

Join Vantrue’s Black Friday Event

From November 1 through November 21, 2026, drivers can explore the latest offers, take part in the prize wheel, and join the bidding events through Vantrue’s official website.

Visit https://www.vantrue.com/ for campaign details and product offers.

About Vantrue

Founded in 2015, Vantrue is a leading global dash cam brand dedicated to providing intelligent, reliable, and user-centric driving solutions. With a focus on innovative technology, dependable performance, and user-friendly design, Vantrue develops dash cams for everyday drivers, families, and professionals on the road. Committed to helping drivers capture every journey with greater confidence and peace of mind, Vantrue continues to innovate to make every drive safer and every moment worth capturing.

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LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions Introduces Field Clarity for LexisNexis® Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) at IACP 2026

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A new, modern DORS and Field Clarity, the First AI-Guided Smartphone Video Assistant, Enhances Community Experience and Helps Improve Evidence, Case Building

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LexisNexis® Coplogic™ Solutions today announced its modernized LexisNexis® Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) community online reporting solution and the addition of DORS with Field Clarity, an AI-guided video assistant designed to improve field documentation accuracy and enable faster resolution by law enforcement agencies (LEAs). Field Clarity is designed to help community members submit reports to their local LEAs using DORS via intuitive step-by-step instructions. A hands-on experience for DORS with Field Clarity will be available for demonstration during the 2026 International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) annual conference.

“Agencies generally look to strategic partners like us not just for technology, but also for relief, reinforcement, and credibility across three tightly connected challenges: public expectation, workforce strain and digital evidence overload,” said Jason LaRue, associate vice president, LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions. “Our modernized LexisNexis Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) helps agencies improve officer safety along with community member experiences. Field Clarity strengthens video evidence quality and digital evidence management to reduce friction and alleviate strain on a challenged workforce.”

Key Highlights
Integrated into LexisNexis® Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS), Field Clarity is the first AI-Guided video assistant for community member online reporting that:

Transforms data capture from passive intake into intelligent, guided capture to help create more positive officer and civilian mobile-first experiencesDrives more accurate field documentation, evidence and case building to help with faster resolution and enhanced public safetyBenefits civilians submitting reports with intuitive, step-by-step instructions, almost like having a digital assistant with them in real timeBenefits officers by bringing video, photos and scanned data together for a clearer picture of an event without the need to track down additional details

How the DORS with Field Clarity Solution Works
DORS allows each law enforcement agency to collect information directly from civilians on more than 200 incident types based on the needs of their community. DORS and Field Clarity make the filing of an online report experience easier by guiding users intuitively through each step of the process on their smartphone device, similar to having a personal digital assistant. Instead of asking a driver, for example, to fill out forms and guess what’s needed, the Field Clarity conversational interface prompts them to scan their driver’s license, capture a VIN or record a short walkaround video explaining what happened during the incident, all while capturing the data necessary to complete the report.

For civilians, being able to easily film on-scene evidence means less confusion and need for reentries or follow-up by the sworn officer responsible for approving reports. For officers, the benefits include cleaner, more complete accident reports and less time spent requesting and gathering additional details. With reports fed directly into the agency’s Record Management System (RMS), law enforcement also benefits from more efficient workflows and stronger documented cases for their investigators. DORS is used by nearly 600 agencies in North America, saving agencies approximately 900,000 personnel hours and $90 million annually*

“Trust in law enforcement is built one interaction at a time. Every opportunity for a community member to engage with their police department matters, including something as routine as filing a report,” said Sarah E. Connolly, co-founder of Guardian Communications, FBI-LEEDA instructor and retired Baltimore Police lieutenant and PIO. “When technology makes that process easier, improves the quality of information collected and supports a more responsive agency, it has the potential to do more than improve efficiency. It can help strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve.”

LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions delivers solutions and capabilities that can create a clearer line of sight from the field to law enforcement leadership, strengthening the connection between daily operations, workforce support, data management and community trust. DORS with Field Clarity is available through LexisNexis® Command Center, a single access point to the LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions data and analytics solutions suite, including LexisNexis®  BuyCrash®, LexisNexis® eCrash and LexisNexis® eCitation solutions. Coplogic Solutions also offers Unified Performance Dashboards for crash and citation mapping and illustrated visualizations, which connect field data with contextual insight in a single, coherent view – so law enforcement leaders can better understand and more confidently explain to their communities not just what is happening in near-real time, but also why. 

To speak with Coplogic law enforcement experts about LexisNexis Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) with Field Clarity and experience the solution firsthand, visit LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions at IACP Booth #941, October 24 – 27, 2026 in Orlando, Florida. To learn more, check out this video: LexisNexis® Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS).

About LexisNexis Risk Solutions
LexisNexis® Risk Solutions provides customers with information-based analytics and decision tools that combine public and industry-specific content with advanced technology and algorithms to assist them in evaluating and predicting risk and enhancing operational efficiency. Headquartered in metro Atlanta, Georgia, the company has offices throughout the world, serves customers in more than 190 countries and territories and is part of RELX. For more information, please visit LexisNexis Risk Solutions.

About LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions
LexisNexis® Coplogic™ Solutions is committed to meeting law enforcement agencies where they are on the road to saving more lives and helping take them where they want to be by delivering an innovative full suite of data sophistication solutions to create workflow efficiencies while delivering world-class crash and citation data and analytics visualizations through advanced technology. Our proven solutions, developed by and specifically for law enforcement, can help agencies operate more effectively, increase services to their communities and improve traffic and overall public safety through electronic, mobile-first authoring capabilities, web-based eCommerce solutions, analytics and more. For more information, please visit risk.lexisnexis.com/Coplogic.

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LexisNexis Risk Solutions
chaz.abbott@lexisnexisrisk.com
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*Based on a 2025 LexisNexis Coplogic Solutions internal study

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