8 Ways to find participants for your EMS simulation​

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There are many demographics of people you can turn to when trying to find participants willing and waiting to jump on board for your next simulation, you might just not know where to look. In this blog, we will go over The 8 Ways to Recruit participants for your EMS Simulations. For more details and … Read more

Avkin’s Elite Simulation Package at Towson University

Towson University is the most recent buyer of Avkin’s Elite Simulation Package. This purchase is to support the expansion of hands-on simulation initiatives that come with the opening of their new College of Health Professions Building, opening in Summer of 2024. This state-of-the-art facility is poised to be a beacon of modern education, equipped with … Read more

Simulationists Guide To The Standards of Best Practice

Simulationist's Guide to the Standards of Best Practice with Teresa Gore, Simulation Nation, Avkin Inc.

Teresa Gore PhD, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CHSE-A, FSSH, FAAN from HealthySimulation.com discusses the development of simulation standards of best practice in nursing education. The standards cover various aspects of simulation, including terminology, participant objectives, facilitation methods, debriefing, and evaluation. The standards have been adopted and supported by numerous organizations worldwide. The conversation explores the impact of the … Read more

Simulationist’s Guide for the Global Simulation Industry

The Global SImulation Industry with Lance Baily of Healthysimulation.com, Simulation Nation, Avkin Inc.

In the latest episode of the Simulation Nation Podcast, Amy Cowperthwait, CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A, engages in a compelling conversation with Lance Baily, the CEO and founder of HealthySimulation, to delve into the dynamic world of the Global Simulation Industry.  https://youtu.be/tMCT_y2EC2c Lance spoke with Amy about his personal experience in the field of simulation … Read more

Simulationist’s Guide to Budgets, Justification, and Hiring…Oh My!

Guide to Budgets, Justification, and Hiring for your Simulations, Simulation Nation with Crystel Farina, Avkin Inc.

Simulationists Amy Cowperthwait, CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A and Crystel Farina sat down to discuss the Simulationist’s Guide to Budgets, Justification, and Hiring…Oh My! The two experienced simulation educators provided several useful tips related to their personal experiences with the evolution of simulation in nursing. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6dqxhqe25Ko 1. Lay the groundwork for your budget Budgets are a critical part of any simulation … Read more

Simulationist’s Guide to Breaking Down Costs

Simulationist's Guide to Breaking Down Costs with Alaina Herrington, Simulation Nation, Avkin Inc.

Simulation is an important aspect of the medical profession. It is an excellent way for medical professionals to hone their skills and learn new techniques. However, simulation can be expensive. In this week’s Simulation Nation episode, Amy Cowperthwait, CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A sat down with Alaina Harrington, DNP, RN, FAAN, FSSH, ANEF, CHSE-A to discuss the … Read more

How Can a Standardized Patient Program Help My Theatre Department?

How Can a Standardized Patient Program help my Theatre Department?

Starting a Standardized Patient Program has a plethora of benefits for your institution’s theater department and the rising student actors that make up your department.  A SP Program helps to justify the cost of the theater program because you now have an interdepartmental program with learning outcomes that are connected to health sciences learning. As … Read more

SIM Summit Makes Its Way to Georgia

Simulation Professionals gather for SIM Summit Atlanta 2024

Simulation education is not just about learning; it’s about evolving and transforming healthcare. As simulation enthusiasts, educators, and healthcare professionals, we are constantly seeking ways to enhance our skills, improve patient outcomes, and revolutionize healthcare training. SIM Summit Atlanta, hosted by Avkin and Emory Nursing Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing, brought together simulationists and … Read more

Healthcare Simulation Pioneers 2024

SImulation Pioneers 2023

During this years Women’s History Month 2024, Avkin wants to recognize all of the amazing woman that have pioneered the way for simulation professionals all over the world.  Make sure to follow us on Linkedin to see each of the new pioneers we are announcing each Thursday all through Women’s History Month. Desiree A. Díaz, … Read more

Amy Cowperthwait: Trailblazing Keynote Speaker

In the dynamic realm of healthcare simulation, Amy Cowperthwait CEO, RN, MSN, CNS, CHSE-A emerges as a beacon of inspiration and innovation. With a background rooted in nursing and an unwavering commitment to advancing healthcare education as the CEO of Avkin, Amy stands as a woman in business leading the charge in the simulation industry. … Read more

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Avtrach, a high-fidelity, wearable tracheostomy simulator, is designed to replicate an anterior thorax so tracheostomy care and suctioning can be authentically replicated in simulation. Through a Bluetooth connection between Avtrach and the Avkin app, an assortment of lung sounds can be changed at any time by the educator from the control room. These lungs allow for the Avtrach to be connected to a ventilator and the patient to be in line with suctioning.

Wearable Tracheostomy Simulator

Avwound, a high-fidelity, wearable wound care simulator, is the most significant technological advancement for wound care in the industry. Learners can assess, measure, document, and provide care for all four stages of pressure wounds in addition to an assortment of surgical wounds providing educators with maximum flexibility for wound care education.

Wearable Wound Care Simulator

Meant to replace the need for including bulky ineffective earpieces in simulation, Avband, is a smartwatch look-a-like for inconspicuous 3-way communication between the control room, patient, and Avkin simulators. An alert button on the side of the product allows the live patient to send a panic notification to the control room if they feel psychologically and/or physically unsafe at any time during the simulation.

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With the world’s only fully-automated, wearable birthing simulator, Avbirth, you can now include learning objectives such as closed-looped communication with an interprofessional team and therapeutic communication with the patient and their significant other through all phases of labor and delivery. Avbirth pairs with the Avkin App, allowing a multitude of simulations to be performed, including additional challenges for the development of critical thinking, such as shoulder dystocia or postpartum hemorrhage.

Simulated Birthing Device

Avcath, a high-fidelity, wearable urinary catheterization simulator, seamlessly replicates the human urinary system. The interchangeable male (circumcised or uncircumcised) and female genitalia allows learners to practice various types of urinary catheterization while also practicing essential communication skills. Our genitalia is made with high-quality silicone, allowing learners to use betadine and lubrication right out of their kits.

Wearable Urinary Catheterization Simulator

Avline, a wearable central line simulator, delivers a high-fidelity patient experience for a multitude of central venous care (CVC) simulations. This innovative simulator has two options for central venous treatment and care, a right subclavian triple lumen or a left subclavian implanted port; each option is removable, allowing the educator flexibility with learning outcomes.

Wearable Central Line Simulator

Avstick, a wearable IV simulator worn as a left-arm sleeve, allows learners to practice high-fidelity IV insertion during simulation. The wearable simulator cues the live patient wearing the sleeve through haptic vibration when the needle first pierces the smart skin. Multiple layers of woven plastic have been integrated into premium silicone to protect the wearer from any harm during the simulation.

Wearable IV Simulator

Avtone, the world’s only wearable auscultation simulator, offers a compact and lightweight design, comfortable for the live patient to wear. An anatomically correct chest piece allows novice and advanced students to identify proper landmarks just as they would in the clinical setting. Volume controls allow learners and educators to pinpoint the finer details of the actual patient recorded sounds contained within the Avtone.

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Avthor, a wearable chest tube care simulator, replicates the intrathoracic pressures needed to realistically teach the assessment and care of a patient with a chest tube. When pairing the Avthor with a live patient, the simulation can include repositioning, transferring, and/or ambulating a patient with a chest tube.

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KBPort's BPSim is a blood pressure cuff simulator. Used just like any other blood pressure cuff, the readings are controlled via a smartphone app. It can be programmed for any blood pressure range, including hypotension, normal, pre-hypertension, hypertension (stages 1 & 2), and hypertensive crisis.

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Getting accurate vital signs is critical when assessing a patient. With Innov2Learn's Thermometer and Oximeter devices, your learners will use real devices to capture and record simulated readings. No longer will you have to break fidelity to provide vital signs to your learners

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Quality training is the most important element of working with live people in simulations. An untrained simulated participant (SP) can challenge the efficacy of your learning opportunities. A well-trained simulated participant (SP) can bring your simulations to life in ways you never thought possible. With all of this in mind, training an entire group of SPs can be time-consuming and feel intimidating.

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Innov2Learn's training devices function the same as any thermometer or oximeter you would find in a clinic. Your learners will take vital signs using real devices with readouts you control via Bluetooth. You can use a smartphone app or desktop computer.

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