The HSRC provides the link between theory and practice through simulated hands-on learning experiences. A variety of learning resources are used to enhance understanding, develop psychomotor skills, and build confidence in the health care environment. The HSRC is located in the lower level of the Resch campus. It includes the following:
Health Assessment Labs
Two health assessment rooms which have
equipment and supplies for learning and practicing physical assessment. Students are encouraged to bring a change of clothing with them, shorts, or comfortable pants and t-shirt, as students will assess each other.
Simulation Labs
There are several simulation lab areas. surgical suite, ED/ICU/pediatric room, birthing suite, four physician exam rooms, and a four-bed medical surgical area. Students utilize these rooms with various scenarios to help prepare them for clinical experiences. These hands-on experiences help students develop critical thinking and decision-making skills.
Skill Labs
There are two skill lab rooms that each room accommodate six simulated patients. The primary purpose of the skills labs is to enhance classroom activities and support student learning in a safe environment. These areas are equipped with hospital beds, manikins for practicing skills before they are attempted in a clinical setting with actual patients. Additional training models are available for specialized skills such as injections, IV fluid therapy, ostomy care, etc. Any invasive procedures are to be performed ONLY on manikins and training models. No invasive procedures are to be performed on any person, ever.
NO needles or sharps are to be removed from the HSRC. (No exceptions)
Allied Health Specialized Rooms
There are two radiology lab spaces equipped with x-ray machines. There is a mammography simulation area, a classroom that has both an MRI Simulator and Cat Scan simulator. There is a 3-D VERT (Virtual Reality) in the Radiation Therapy classroom. For the surgery assist program there is the surgical suite, and a surgical skills lab.
Other Additional Spaces
- Advance Practice/Procedure Room
- Debrief Conference Room
- Lactation Room
- Patient Lounge
- Simulation Control Rooms
- Standard Classroom
- Student Lounge