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Simulation Nation
A podcast for Simulationists by Simulationists hosted by Amy Cowperthwait CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A and Megan Weldon, CHSE.
Simulation Nation is here to make simulation as simple as possible. We know the headaches that you are seeing in your simulation center and we want to help alleviate problems by giving you guides on simulation writing, moulage, standardized patients, new technology and more!
Episodes
32 episodes
Simulationist's Guide Preparing for your CHSE Exam (with Sarah DePaul)
In this conversation, Amy Cowperthwait and Sara DePaul discuss the importance of healthcare simulation education, the journey to obtaining the CHSE certification, and the preparation involved. They go on to explore the role of simu...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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33:32
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Simulationists Guide to EMS Simulation (With Chris Kroboth)
Chris Kroboth shares his extensive experience in EMS and simulation training, discussing the evolution of training methods, the importance of realism, and innovative approaches to education. Chris emphasizes the need for mental reh...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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50:00
Simulationists Guide to The Future of Hybrid Simulation (With Wayne Brown)
In this conversation, Amy Cowperthwait interviews Wayne about his journey into healthcare simulation, focusing on hybrid simulation and the use of standardized patients. Wayne shares his background in electronics and computer science, and how h...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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52:56
Simulationists Guide to SSH Accreditation
In this conversation, Amy Cowperthwait and Deb Tauber discuss the importance of @SimulationSociety Accreditation in simulation and the benefits it brings to simula...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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45:37
Simulationists Guide to Keeping Character in Simulation (Ft. Bethany McGonigle)
In this episode of Simulation Nation, host Amy Cowperthwait interviews Bethany McGonigle, an experienced standardized patient (SP) coordinator with a background in theater. The conversation delves into the importance of character depth for SPs,...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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35:29
Special Feature: Taking Advantage of Healthcare Sim Week 2024 (With John Alex and Curtis Kitchen)
Healthcare Simulation Week is an annual event that aims to celebrate and promote the use of simulation in healthcare. John Alex and Curtis Ktichen from SSH join Amy Cowperthwait to talk about how you can take advantage at your organization or s...
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35:34
Simulationists Guide to INACSL 2024
This week's conversation is about the upcoming INACSL 2024 conference in Raleigh, North Carolina. Joining us this week is INACSL President, Desiree Diaz, and Conference Planning ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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50:01
Simulaitonist's Guide to Evaluation Tools (ft. Kim Leighton)
In this episode of Simulation Nation, Kim Leighton, a pioneer in simulation evaluation tools, shares her journey and insights. She started in simulation during a flu outbreak and was tasked with evaluating a human patient simulator. Later, she ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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47:39
Simulationists Guide to Diversity Topics in Simulation (Ft. Crystal Murillo and Kellie Bryant)
This Episode of Simulation Nation explores the topics of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in simulation education and the simulation industry. Kellie Bryant and Crystal Murillo discuss the evolution of language from cultural competence to...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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1:06:34
Simulationists Guide To The Standards of Best Practice
Teresa Gore PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CHSE-A, FSSH, FAAN from Healthysimulation.com discusses the development of simulation...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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56:10
Simulationists Guide to the Global Simulation Industry (Ft. Lance Baily)
This episode explores the global simulation industry and the role of simulation in healthcare education with Healthysimulation.com's Founder & CEO,
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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1:07:54
Simulationists Guide to the Breaking Down Costs (FT. Alaina Herrington, DNP, RN, FAAN, FSSH, ANEF, CHSE-A))
In this episode, Alaina Herrington, DNP, RN, FAAN, FSSH, ANEF, CHSE-A from Mississippi State University, discusses the cost breakdown of simulations and the importance of understanding the financial aspects of simulation. She emphasizes the nee...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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53:35
Simulationists Guide to Budgets, justification, and hiring.. oh my!
Crystel Farina discusses the important aspects of running a simulation center, including budgets, justification, and hiring. She emphasizes the need for a foundation of psychological safety in simulation programs and the importance of hiring in...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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1:05:54
Simulationist's Guide To Incorporating Faculty and Students as SP's
What are the best practices for incorporating different students and faculty members into the simulation process as standardized patients (SPs)? Amy and Megan explores the benefits of using family members, faculty members, and students as SPs, ...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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45:17
Simulationists Guide to Character Descriptions For Your Simulation
In this episode, Megan and Amy discuss the importance of character descriptions in simulation. They introduce the concept of character descriptions and explain how they differ from scripts. They highlight the need for character descriptions in ...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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53:14
Simulationist's Ultimate Christmas List
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again talking about everything you need on your Simulationist Ultimate Christmas List!This episode of Simulation Nation discusses various items that could make ideal Christmas gifts for those i...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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18:29
Simulationist's Guide to IMSH 2024
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about everything you need to know before heading to IMSH 2024!The IMSH (International Meeting on Simulation in Healthcare) conference serv...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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15:30
Simulationists Guide to Recruiting Standardized Patients
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about how to effectively recruit Standardized Patients.In the dynamic field of nursing and healthcare education, incorporating realistic s...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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54:46
Simulationist's Guide on the Right Modality Based on the Objective
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team talks about how you can achieve the right modality in simulation.#simulation #healthcare #podcast #avkin #healthcaresimulation #healthcaretraini...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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58:57
Simulationist's Guide to Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how overcome Imposter S...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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45:13
Simulationist's Guide to Implementing Psychological Safety
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how implement psychological safety in simulation.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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53:26
Simulationist's Guide to Advocating for Legislation for Simulation
Amy Cowperthwait and Megan Weldon are back again with Simulation Nation! This week the team looks at how effectively advocate for legislation from simulation and what is already happening behind the scenes!
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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28:57
Simulationists Guide to Continuing Education in Simulation
There are a ton of CE opportunities out there, but which are the right ones? How can you be involved in hosting an event that offers CEU's?Megan Weldon and Amy Cowperthwait break down their tips on getting your CEU's and how to host you...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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54:38