Who we are:

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We are a program within the HealthPartners Institute for Education & Research, dedicated to improving patient care, safety, processes and systems through innovative, simulation based clinical education.  We focus on a partnered relationship between learners and clinical leaders to ensure that the learning is subsequently applied in the clinical setting.

Accredited Simulation Center

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We are the only simulation program in Minnesota, and surrounding States, accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.  In 2012 we received accreditation in Teaching & Learning and Systems Integration.
We facilitate experiential learning opportunities, either at the learner's location, in-situ (within actual clinical environments), or within the HealthPartners Clinical Simulation and Learning Center at Regions Hospital in St. Paul, Minnesota, to promote teamwork, communication, skills mastery, clinical reasoning and systems improvement. Participants include health care professionals in current practice as well as residents, medical students, nursing students, and advanced dental practitioner students.

What we Provide:

  • Customized programs for health care professionals and students.
  • Hands-on experiential learning opportunities using highly realistic equipment & situations, including computer-driven adult, child, and infant human patient simulators.
  • Advanced task trainers for practice and demonstrating mastery of procedures.
  • AV recording capabilities to enhance debriefing and facilitate reflective learning.
  • On-site programs to any clinical site, classroom, or conference center.
  • Consultation during program planning to maximize effectiveness of the simulation experience.
  • Expertise in the design, development, delivery, and evaluation of simulation-based learning programs.
  • Cognitive and psychomotor skill assessment utilizing simulation-based methodologies.

News

Simulation Staff Certified

Krista Kipper and Gail Johnson are now Certified Health Care Simulation Educators.  The CHSE certification recognizes specialized knowledge, skills, and accomplishments in simulation.  For more information about certification contact SSH.

Internships

Now accepting applications for internships / practicum experiences.  HealthPartners Clinical Simulation offers opportunities for graduate students to gain experience in designing, facilitating, and evaluating simulation based programs for health care professionals and students.   Contact Gail Johnson for more information.

Clinical Simulation Staff Receive Award

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Clinical Simulation staff members, Krista Kipper, Stacy Chew, and Gail Johnson were recognized at the International Nurses Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (IINACSL) conference, held June  20-23 at San Antonio, TX.  Their poster,  Doing the Simulation Two Step: Implementing 2-Patient Assignment Simulations, was awarded 2nd place in the Practice track category.   The annual conference was attended by over 800 nurse educators in academic and clinical settings. 

Clinical Simulation Featured on CBS

The local CBS News featured the Clinical Simulation & Learning Center.
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2012/02/07/mannequins-become-lifelike-test-patients-for-regions-doctors/

Mannequins Become Lifelike Test Patients For Regions Doctors

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When pilots learn to fly they have flight simulators to help. But what about Doctors? Most have to rely on doing their first major procedures on real live patients. Now at Regions Hospital there is a different way, Esme Murphy reports (1:57).

Schedule a Course or Use the Center:

Pediatric emergency management simulation
All activities in the Clinical Simulation and Learning Center are scheduled through the Clinical Simulation staff.  Activities include formal classes as well as small group & individual practice using simulation equipment.

Typical Hours:  M-F  0730-1700  May be adjusted to meet needs.

HealthPartners Organizations:
Existing Programs:  View the Clinical Simulation calendar on Outlook for availability.  Send meeting request to Clinical Simulation with date, time, and program/course name. A staff member will respond to confirm.
 
New Classes/Programs:  Contact Krista Kipper to discuss and schedule.

External Organizations/Individuals not affiliated with Regions Hospital or HealthPartners Clinics:
Contact Gail Johnson to discuss details including fee schedule or to schedule a tour of the HealthPartners Clinical Simulation and Learning Center.
Call the Center at 651-254-1866 with questions.  

To Register for a Course:
Complete the Course Registration form.