Immaculata University’s Division of Nursing recently held a ribbon-cutting for its new simulation lab and celebrated its first-time pass rate on the 2018-2019 National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) of 96.67 percent, higher than the state and national averages.

“Simulation-based education is proven to achieve specific goals relating to patient safety,” said Tracy Gilbert, who earned her BSN from Immaculata in May and spoke at the event. “The hands-on approach to learning is definitely effective in helping nursing students gain more confidence in their nursing skills.”

The simulation lab consists of a four-bed hospital room and separate spaces for observing and debriefing. The new lab will use human patient simulators and standardized patients to facilitate the learning of several skills, including hands-on skills and communication, which are necessary for students to be safe and proficient in the clinical area.

“Immaculata University’s new nursing simulation lab provides a safe environment to promote clinical competence, teamwork, reflective practice, and self-confidence,” said Dr. Angela Tekely, provost and vice president for Academic Affairs. “Immaculata nursing students are gaining great experience before they begin work in a clinical setting, seeing patients.”

Immaculata’s new nursing simulation lab was made possible due in part to contributions from the Henry A. Quinn Charitable Foundation; the Caroline Sanders Trust; the Anna-Maria Moggio Foundation; and Hospital Central Services, Inc. & Affiliates.

Immaculata offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate nursing programs that provide the knowledge and skills needed to provide holistic, competent, and patient-centered care. Click here for more information on its nursing degree programs.

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