In this episode, Jack & Beth continue their conversation with Dr. Stacey Mitchell and her expertise in the field of forensic nursing. Mitchell dives into using VR simulation for evidence collection and how Texas A&M University's Visualization department has been developing the software and creating it to be as authentic as possible. Mitchell's work at the Center of Excellence for Forensic Nursing, under the School of Nursing, has stood out among other universities, offering the best place to learn about forensic nursing. Mitchell discusses the importance of copyrighting the material to best represent and protect the Texas A&M brand and the work they do. Mitchell dives into rapid cycle quality improvement (RCQI) and how any successful program needs to constantly evaluate how each piece works and what else they need to do to improve. The second half of the conversation explores Mitchell's path to forensic nursing, providing care for different demographics, and legal consulting. Mitchell explains what they must collect and how to preserve it, as well as diving into the legal side with the mock testimony course that helps victims experince a court room. This episode wraps up with Jack, Beth, & Stacey reflecting on how real life is not just textbook material, so interactive programs contribute greatly to shaping education.

For more information on the Center of Excellence in Forensic Nursing, visit https://nursing.tamu.edu/cefn/index.html.