This session will introduce the team responsible for outlining and defining Simulation Operations and describe the origins for this task. There was involvement from clinicians, educators, administrators, and technical operators in order to cover the full scope of this role. A description of the process used to understand the unifying features of a successful simulation program including the resources, plans and personnel required to achieve success will guide the discussion. The team will provide information about the new standards that were published in December of 2017.
Simulation programs exist in a variety of forms, from large university training centers to small community colleges or In-situ Hospital training suites. All programs require a cohesive operations plan, personnel and integration with a larger system to succeed. Due to the diversity of simulation center function and use, a unifying understanding of operations has been difficult to describe and implement.
A description of the process used to understand the unifying features of a successful simulation program including the resources, plans and personnel required to achieve success will guide the discussion. Learners will leave with a well-rounded and cohesive understanding of the true nature for simulation based educational goals and process. This session will highlight the key features, necessary resources, and potential pitfalls in designing a sustainable, systems integrated simulation-based educational program. Each member of the team that developed the standards will provide additional insight to the standards so that participants will have information they can utilize in their own simulation programs.
Learners will leave with a well-rounded and cohesive understanding of the true nature for simulation based educational goals and process. This session will highlight the key features, necessary resources, and potential pitfalls in designing a sustainable, systems integrated simulation-based educational program.