Realistic simulation scenario on non-punitive responses to errors in the Surgical Center

Objectives: Develop a realistic simulation scenario on non-punitive responses to errors for application with Surgical Center leaders. Method: Applied methodological study with three phases: I) construction of the simulation scenario using the National League for Nurses Jeffries Simulation Framework methodology; II) validation of scenario content by experts and assessment of leadership satisfaction and self-confidence; and III) application of the simulation scenario for leaders and assessment of satisfaction and self-confidence with learning using the Student Satisfaction and Self-Confidence in Learning scale. Results: The scenario developed, titled “Leadership skills for non-punitive responses to errors in the Surgical Center” was validated by six experts and achieved a 100% content validity index. Practical application of the scenario identified appropriate knowledge on the topic. Satisfaction with learning and self-confidence scored 100% and 96.1%, respectively. Conclusion: The research highlighted the potential for developing a simulation scenario, supporting the satisfaction and self-confidence in skills that underlie a safety culture through experimental learning.