NurseLab: A Virtualized Nursing Lab for Immersive Laboratory Education

The increasing demand for skilled nursing education necessitates innovative solutions to address challenges in traditional learning environments. This study presents the development of NurseLab, a virtualized nursing lab that offers immersive, interactive 3D simulations designed to enhance nursing education. NurseLab aims to provide nursing students with practical, hands-on training in vital signs checking and other essential clinical skills within a controlled, virtual environment. A pre-post assessment was utilized to evaluate the impact of NurseLab on students' knowledge, confidence, and clinical skills. The platform is designed to improve accessibility, scalability, and cost-effectiveness in nursing education by leveraging advanced 3D technologies. The system was rigorously evaluated through functionality and performance testing, alongside usability assessments using the System Usability Scale (SUS). The results indicate that NurseLab is a reliable and user-friendly platform, effectively supporting the development of clinical competence and confidence in nursing students.