Abstract
Abstract: Clinical judgment is at the forefront for safe nursing practice and quality patient care and an increasing focus for success on the NCLEX-RN licensure exam. The ability to think critically and make sound clinical decisions is not intuitive for new graduates. This article describes the progressive application of an established tool, the Lasater Clinical Judgment Rubric, in a 16-month accelerated undergraduate program with simulation experiences. Student evaluations indicate the tool is valuable for helping students develop awareness of their progression in using clinical judgment skills and understanding the essential attributes of clinical judgment.