Featured Articles
These are articles from the current issue of the newsletter and previous publications.
2022
Director's Corner: Expanding Innovation Through Simulation in 2022
Fellows Unite: SimLEARN Fellowship Graduates Support Each Other’s Work at IMSH 2022
Simulation-based Healthcare Design Testing Aimed at Proactively Improving Veteran Care
Make ‘Em Sweat: Creating Sweat for Medical Simulation
The Big 3: Mask Up, Social Distance, and Wash Your Hands
Potential VR Projects to Help Veterans at High Risk for Mental Health Challenges
Simulation Course Used to Help Care for Critically Ill Patients at VA Puget Sound
Building a Digital Asset Management System
2021
Director's Corner: FY22 Priorities
SimLEARN: Addressing Musculoskeletal Conditions
Fellowship Corner: Veterans Health Administration Welcomes New Simulation Fellows
Simulation Educator...or High Reliability Partner?
New and Revised Joint Commission Requirements for Resuscitation
SimLEARN’s National Simulation Center is Getting a Second Floor
Creating mixed simulation training during a pandemic
Director's Corner: Exciting Events
5G in VA, SimLEARN and Beyond
First Simulation-Based VA Design Standards Testing Workshop: Emergency Department
Facility Simulation Certification: One Step in the HRO Journey
Congratulations to our 2020-2021 Interprofessional Advanced Clinical Simulation Fellows
Durham staff use Simulation to Improve Care For Tracheostomy Patient
Have information overload? VA Librarians are here to help!
Director's Corner: Changes at SimLEARN
Virtual Conferences are a Click Away
Virtual Simulation Helps Grow Telestroke During COVID Operations
Simulation and the South Texas Ice Storm of 2021
Fellowship Corner: Virtual and In-person Role Play Simulation on Medication Errors
New Concept, New Centers
SimLEARN Certified Simulation Centers
SimLEARN's First Event Post-Pandemic
Escape to Simulation: How a COVID-19 Escape Room provided Interdisciplinary Team Building and Safer Practices
Simulation Center for Innovation (SCI) Presents: SCI: Escape the (room) Simulation with Leadership Medical Media News Release
Meet Fellow Nicole Armitage, PhD, RN
Mobile Sims Cart: A Homegrown VA Compatible Virtual AV System
2020
Core Team Expands its Portfolio
VISN 6 Nursing Professional Development (NPD) and Simulation Virtual Collaborative Conference
How COVID-19 Improved the Structure and Processes of Simulation Point of Care Ultrasound Classes
Leveraging Innovation and Technology to Advance Simulation Education
REdI to Save Lives
A Sustained Medical Simulation Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
SimLEARN Transitions to DEAN's Umbrella
Year of the Nurse; SimLEARN's Trauma Nursing Core Course
Simulation community of practice calls still going strong
SimLEARN Systems/Hospital activation on the move
Improving Veteran care with Blood Transfusion Administration Course
SimLEARN working to provide a variety of virtual courses for staff
Northern California Health Care System simulation and COVID ready
Safety is key when performing simulation training
It's a boy! SimLEARN kicks off Healthcare Simulation Week with gender reveal
New Basic Life Support program added to REdI's resuscitation training portfolio
Trauma Nursing Core Course reaches 1,000 participants
Iowa City staff use 'escape' room training to address safety
Atlanta team addresses Code 99 in the era of COVID-19
'SON' brings unique services to SimLEARN family
New COVID-19 Personal Protective Equipment Donning and Doffing application now available in TMS
SimLEARN staff step up to aid Veterans in COVID-19 fight
SimLEARN Training Courses at National Simulation Center Now Cancelled Through August
SimLEARN Training Courses at National Simulation Center Cancelled Through July 17
Orlando Nurse practitioner Mobilized to New York in Support of COVID-19 Battle
Dental Staff Take Bite Out of Medical Emergency Simulation
Rural Health Care Workers Being Reached with Simulation In-situ Training
Virtual Learning, Educational Games Help to Educate Nurses at Madison VA
SimLEARN Releases COVID-19 Course for Non-ICU Clinicians
Due to COVID-19, Temporary Waiver Issued Regarding Non-AHA Resuscitation Certifications for Newly Hired Direct Care Staff
SimLEARN Now Producing Training in Fight Against COVID-19
SimLEARN Training Courses at National Simulation Center Cancelled for Third Quarter
VA Staff Member Presents VA Innovation at International Meeting
Simulation Technology Supports VA National Telestroke Program
SimLEARN Staff Conducts TNCC Training in Puerto Rico
VA Doctor's BLS Skills Through REdI Program Aid in Preserving Life
Arizona VAMCs Hold Inaugural RNTTP and Simulation Summit 2020
2019
Fellowship Corner: Cerumen Impaction, Lavage; A Simulation Fellow's Project Summary
San Antonio VA Simulation Centers Hosts first Trauma Nursing Course
VHA Simulation Expert Presents keynote at Midwest Simulation Conference
Training Courses Available for Second Quarter of FY 2020
Dayton VA 'Sets Sail' to Create Escape Room, Enhance Interactive Training
REdI Program Offers Three Methods to Attain Basic Life Support Skills
New Sim Center Unveiling Shows VA's Simulation Work to Provide Better Veteran Care
Practicing Code Simulations Helps Improve Patient Care, Response Time
Minneapolis VA Simulation Center Supports Air Force Medical Training
Nurses Attend Transition to Practice Program Meeting
Fellowship Corner: Development of a Low-Cost Simulation Device to Train Multidisciplinary Teams at VA Pittsburgh
Vegas Team Implements Innovative Malignant Hyperthermia Simulation Training in Operating Room
Durham VA Utilizing Virtual Patients for Training, Education
Veteran Dental Care Faster Using 3D Technology
VA Pittsburgh's New Simulation Center Set to Improve Veteran Health Care
SimLEARN Staff Provide Mock Code Training Through New Program
SimLEARN Collaborates with National Tele-Stroke Program 'Go-Live' Training
Nevada Team Improves Local Training for Rare Emergency
Clinician Credits Simulation Training for Helping diagnose Serious Condition
Training Courses Remaining for Third Quarter
Simulation Educator Receives Leadership Award
Staff Collaborate for International Presentation
Durham VA Hosts 13 High School Students from Durham Early College High School
Cincinnati Simulation Lab Creates Standardized Patient Program
High-Freguency, Low-Dose CPR Training Improves Provider Skills, Confidence
Suicide Prevention Challenges Educate VHA Staff on How to Help Save a Veteran's Life
'Stop the Bleed' Training Helps Save Veteran's Life
Available Third Quarter Courses at VHA SimLEARN National Simulation Center Now Listed
Three Educational Gaming Products Now Available on Your Mobile Device
Follow These Helpful Steps for Simulation Course Sign Up
3D Printing Innovating the Care of Our Nation's Veterans
Remembering Desert Storm; Even a Small Contribution Was Important
2018
Tampa Simulation Bus Featured at Conference
Second Quarter Courses Now Available at VHA SimLEARN National Simulation Center
VA Collaboration Takes Place at Annual Association for Nurses in Professional Development Convention
EES Educational Gaming Product Wins Prestigious Award
Applying 'Gamification' Can Make Learning More Fun
Roseburg Conducts Clinical Institute Withdrawal Assessment
Trauma Nursing Core Course Virtual Outreach Presented to 18 Veteran Integrated Service Networks
Healthcare Simulation Week Held at Dayton VAMC
Take the Time to Remember our Veterans this Veterans Day and Every Day
Mobile simulation team conducts musculoskeletal training in Wisconsin and Michigan
Simulation Bus used for training by international nursing students
SimLEARN introduces updated STOMP training course
Wheelchair Prescription course helps staff make a difference in the lives of Veterans
Simulation training, education and research expertise earns three VHA leaders top honors
Simulation and safe patient handling; Working together to prevent staff and patient injuries
Simulated use of reversal agents conducted during training in gastrointestinal lab
Houston VA medical center uses simulation to amplify 'end harassment' campaign
U.S. Medicine article credits REdI program for helping Veterans
Fundamental Critical Care Support training conducted in Omaha
VISN 10 simulation collaboration works to increase simulation knowledge
National Simulation Center awarded new certification
Mobile simulation team conducts first musculoskeletal training
National Simulation Center hosts training for safe patient handling
VA doctor helps save critically ill Veteran; Simulation training aids effort
VHA nurses make presentations at international conference
How lessons learned as violinist helped SimLEARN medical director develop simulation-based training for clinicians
Poverty simulation designed to help staff better understand everyday struggles
SimLEARN dedicates innovation room in memory of past VHA leader
Seats available for training courses in 2018
Simulation used to prepare staff for autonomic dysreflexia
SimLEARN year in review; A look back
2017
Crash cart educational opportunity offered to Providence inpatient staff
VHA employee provides aid to airline passenger
Shake, rattle and rolling on the New Madrid fault
Simulation training impacts Veteran care at Truman VA
Simulation helps bring awareness to Veteran suicide prevention
Three EES Educational Gaming products finalists in worldwide competition
Simulation team training proves worthwhile during real life crisis
Fellowship Corner: Bad jokes, good practice
Simulation training, education and research expertise earns five VHA leaders top honors
Simulation training pays off during emergency
Minneapolis VA becomes first VA-managed Fundamentals of Endoscopic Surgery testing center
Assistive Technology course helps staff make a difference in Veterans' lives
Fellows use simulation to improve military sexual trauma assessment of Veterans
VISN 23 conducts Post-Operative Rescue Course
Medical students experience geriatric care at the VHA SimLEARN National Simulation Center
Dr. Haru Okuda receives national recognition
Out of Operating Room Airway Management classes in July, August
Mobile simulation partners with Women’s Health to conduct training
Roseburg staff uses simulation to reinforce patient care
VISN 23 achieves first in simulation certification
National nursing service orientation course developed
Musculoskeletal courses for clinicians available in June, August
Couple makes Alaska's Honor Flight Guardians 'REdI" to help Veterans
VHA National Simulation Center offers Fundamentals of Critical Care Support course
SimLEARN musculoskeletal training designer named VA’s best physician assistant
Two VA simulation leaders honored by Society for Simulation in Healthcare
VHA educational gaming product wins international competition
2016
2015 Under Secretary for Health's Excellence Awards announced
VHA holds National Simulation Center ribbon cutting, dedication Sept. 16
SimLEARN offering point of care ultrasound course
VHA educational gaming product runner up in international competitions
Simulation Training, Education and Research Expertise Earns Three VHA leaders Top Honors
2015
Nominations open for annual Under Secretary for Health's Excellence Awards
SimLEARN hospital activation team helps make new VA hospitals ready to care for Veterans
VHA facilities earn simulation certifications
VA secretary, deputy secretary tour VHA SimLEARN National Simulation Center
National Simulation Center selected as fellowship site
Nominations open for 2015 Under Secretary for Health's Excellence Awards
Awards presented to recipients of 2014 Under Secretary for Health’s Excellence Awards
2014
SimLEARN breaks ground on new national simulation center
VA awards contract to construct VHA National Simulation Center
SimLEARN staff demonstrate simulation skills to students
2013
Nominations open for Under Secretary for Health's excellence awards
2013 Under Secretary for Health’s Excellence Awards announced
SimLEARN staff debuts OOORAM training for clinicians
2012
An Original 'Sim Champion' Retires After Distinguished VA Career
Next generation of providers training to recognize and treat delirium
Video baby monitor increases simulation realism without big price tag
Robinson Named SimLEARN National Program Manager
IMSH Highlights World of Simulation
Gainesville RN receives 2012 VA Under Secretary for Health's Excellence Award
First REdI Training Classes Held at VACO
2011
VHA Training Providers in Health Care for Women Veterans
Competencies for interprofessional collaboration; A framework for assessment of simulation exercises
Bringing Simulation Back to Life
Palo Alto Setting for VHA Clinical Simulation Instructor Training
VA Announces Addition of Haru Okuda, M.D., as National Medical Director for SimLEARN
VA-Army Agreement Helping Transform Health Care for Patients
VA Under Secretary Gives First Simulation Training Awards
Simulation Centers Increasingly Established At VA Medical Centers
VHA Employees Attend World's Largest Simulation Conference
2010
Madigan Army Medical Center's Anderson Simulation Center: Training Today Saves Lives Tomorrow
National Director of Nursing Programs
Sim One - The First Computer-Controlled Patient Simulator
