Xavier University Department of Nursing
PROJECT: The Department of Nursing at Xavier University continually strives to provide its students with the best possible learning environment. Recently the nursing department took a huge step toward integrating technology into the curriculum through the creation of a realistic simulation laboratory called the Xavier Center for Holistic Nursing.
CHALLENGE: To create a high-tech learning environment in which nursing students could be engaged in a realistic healthcare simulation.
RESULTS:

 

"When we began the project, we expected to make more physical changes to the space by building walls, viewing areas and using 2-way mirrors. After meeting with Steve Immerman at Premier Network Solutions and reviewing the full range of capabilities provided by a Crestron control solution, we discovered that these physical changes would be unnecessary."

-Mary Sizemore
Director for Laboratory and Simulation Technology
Xavier University

 Xavier partnered with Premier Network Solutions (PRENET) to create a high -tech learning environment . The customized solution that PRENET designed was key in creating this state-of-the-art facility.

PRENET integrated two Accordent Capture Stations to capture the simulations. These stations seamlessly record and synchronize audio, video and data output from any presentation device (notebook PC, document camera, smart board, etc.) and instantly turn it into an online rich media presentation. In this case, a vital statistics monitor is captured as well as the nurse station PC. Teachers can play back the sessions from the monitoring station or they can copy them to CD to be played in a classroom setting. To accomplish this, we utilized a combination of Creston’s QuickMedia as well as traditional video solutions in order to provide a complete audio and video distribution. A Crestron C2N-IVDS-24X24 was used for video distribution from the six cameras to various components. The QuickMedia was used to route VGA traffic to various devices. The system monitoring station consisted of a TPMC-17-QM, which allows for both camera preview and VGA preview. We utilized the touch-panel interface to control cameras, recording and other devices, such as the plasma in the simulated waiting room, within the facility. We are also controlling the audio mixer through Crestron.

By combining a bevy of audio visual components, we provided Xavier with the support necessary not only to achieve its goal in creating a premier learning environment, but also to lead the way for nursing programs across the country in the use of simulation technology.