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Acquisition of digital dexterity in the operating room: exclusive capabilities and resources of the Da Vinci system
Acquisition of digital dexterity in the operating room: exclusive capabilities and resources of the Da Vinci system
Overview
This microcredential qualifies nurses for the safe and technical operation of the Da Vinci Surgical System. It covers its three main units: the Surgeon's Console (controls and 3D vision), the Patient Cart (robotic arms and docking), and the Vision Tower (image processing). A key focus is on proprietary equipment: Endowrist instruments (lifecycles and usage counters) and sterile drape kits. Nurses will learn docking protocols and troubleshooting procedures, ensuring continuous operation and system asepsis in the high-complexity operating room.
- Configure and operate the three fundamental units of the Da Vinci system (console, patient cart and vision tower), correctly executing the docking protocols and ensuring the technical interconnection of the robotic ecosystem.
- Manage Endowrist specialized instruments and draping kits, monitoring the life cycles and usage counters of each clamp to ensure mechanical integrity and biological safety during the surgical procedure.
- Apply specific asepsis protocols and system failure management procedures, acting effectively in response to technical alarms to maintain continuous operation and patient protection in highly complex environments.
Students must be between 25 and 64 years old on the date the training begins.
- To complete this micro-credential, the student must hold a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.
Academic program
- Robotic platform: structure and function: surgeon's console (master console); patient cart; vision cart.
- Robotic instrumentation: use, life cycle and management: endowrist instruments; endoscope and 3D vision; exclusive use material.
- High-risk procedures and critical times: Docking protocol; Troubleshooting simulation; emergency preparedness.
Theoretical classes: expository, explanatory or demonstration sessions of the contents and knowledge.
Independent work: independent and self-regulated activity of the student based on the documentation and guidelines proposed in the subject, preparation of classes and exams, preparation of final reports, internship reports…
Tutoring (individual, group…): activity in which the teaching staff attends to, facilitates and guides one or more students in the training process.
Assessment: continuous assessment tests and final exams. Tests may be in person or online, and may be written, oral, or consist of practical exercises.
The micro-credential will be developed using an asynchronous, online methodology. Interactive audiovisual content, such as videos, will be provided, along with study materials, legal regulations, and required readings. Students will have access to discussion forums that will encourage critical analysis and reflection on the course content.
Objective tests (true/false, multiple choice, test-type, fill-in-the-blank, ordering, etc.): These are measurement instruments that allow for the evaluation of knowledge, skills, performance, aptitudes, etc. The answers are closed-ended, thus promoting objectivity during the scoring process.
Case studies, exercises and problems: tests in which students must solve, in a reasoned manner, within a certain time, and according to the established criteria, the cases, exercises or problems posed by the teaching staff, with the aim of applying the knowledge acquired.
General information
Credits: 2.5 ECTS
Duration: 20/04/26 – 20/05/26
Teaching modality: Virtual
Location: Our Lady of Candelaria School of Nursing
Valued at €181.25
The cost of tuition for this Microcredential will be subsidized by the 'Plan for the development of university microcredentials', investment 6 of component 21 of the Addendum to the 'Recovery, Transformation and Resilience Plan', financed by the European Union – Next Generation EU, year 2025.
Short courses available in various formats (in-person, online, or hybrid). Ideal for learning without interrupting your professional life.
Content created and delivered by professionals and experts in the field, designed for immediate application.
Endorsed by the University of La Laguna. You will receive an official ECTS certificate, valid in the European Higher Education Area.
Teaching staff
Operating room nurse (2016-2026); specialist in robotic surgery, including dissemination and teaching of the nursing role with this system.
Operating room supervisor at HUNSC; surgical instrument technician in general and specialty surgery. Specialist in robotic surgery; leadership and management of operating room teams.
