The Division of Simulation and Clinical Learning (DSCL) provides prelicensure and advanced practice with realistic, evidence-based patient care experiences that develop clinical reasoning, critical decision-making, team-building, and technical skills using state-of-the art equipment.
The labs are designed to replicate patient care environments to provide hands-on clinical practice in safe and controlled settings. In simulation, student apply their knowledge and join it with skills practice with the goal of being ready for practice. High-fidelity manikins and standardized patient actors play the role of patients providing real time feedback to learners. Current health care technology such as patient monitors, medication dispensing units, and simulated electronic health records contribute to the realism of lab experiences.
Beyond structured labs and classes, open labs and remediation are offered to provide students additional practice time with equipment and supplies in the labs.
Mission Statement
The Division of Simulation & Clinical Learning is dedicated to advancing nursing education through innovative, high-quality, evidence-based clinical experiences. The division provides safe and inclusive environments, on and off-campus, where students can develop their nursing skills, cultural-humility, and clinical judgement and prepare Rutgers Nursing graduates to excel in diverse and dynamic healthcare environments.
Vision Statement
The Division of Simulation & Clinical Learning strives to be a global leader in clinical and simulation-based nursing education, research, and innovation. We are dedicated to revolutionizing clinical education through immersive experiences that improve the quality of life, health outcomes, and health equity for individuals, families, and populations.
Our Services
- Clinical skills development in fully equipped skills labs
- On-campus clinical learning in high-fidelity simulation labs
- Open lab practice
- Clinical Remediation
- Interprofessional education experiences
Locations
The Division of Simulation and Clinical Learning operates four simulation centers across Rutgers School of Nursing Campuses:
Undergraduate
- Ackerson Hall on the Newark Campus
- 120 Albany Street on the New Brunswick Campus
- Jefferson & Halpern Halls on the Blackwood Campus
Advanced Practice
- Stanley S. Bergen Building on Rutgers Health Sciences Newark Campus