ICU nurses lack consistent continuing education and hands-on training for low-frequency, high-acuity procedures and devices, due to an absent nurse educator and no structured learning program.

Workarounds Described

• Relies on coworkers with prior cardiac experience to manage devices like Impella/IABP
• Nurse educator provides paper-based yearly evaluations with reading and EKG test
• Asks cardiologist to give ad-hoc unit education on Swan-Ganz catheters

Implied Software Gaps

• Online library of video-based micro-lessons on high-acuity devices and procedures
• Competency tracking system that alerts nurses and educators when refresher training is due
• Platform for organizing and scheduling expert-led in-services and tracking attendance

ICU SkillBoost

ICU SkillBoost is a mobile-first learning platform for ICU nurses that delivers micro-learning modules, simulation videos, and peer-reviewed checklists for high-acuity, low-frequency procedures like IABP, Impella, Swan-Ganz, and RSI. It bridges the gap between annual competencies and real-world confidence by providing just-in-time education, unit-specific protocols, and a community forum for knowledge sharing.