SimPOW is a loose alliance of healthcare simulation professionals in the tri-state area (western Pennsylvania, northwestern West Virginia, and eastern Ohio). We offer free membership, which includes an open invitation to any of our lunch conferences. See the News and Events page for more information.
Upcoming
The SimPOW meetings for the next year are as follows:
November 16, 2018, Pocket Nurse Corporate Campus, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
February 9, 2019, location TBD
If you would like to volunteer to host a SimPOW meeting, please email communications@pocketnurse.com.
About
SimPOW offers simulation professionals the opportunity to discuss best practices and pain points in free, seasonal sessions and online forums.
News and Events
Medical Errors: Panel Discussion
Robert Morris University is holding a panel discussion about medical errors and how to address them, sponsored by the RMU Health Services Administration Program. A networking reception takes place from 5-6 pm, and the keynote presentation starts at 6 pm. Medical Errors: American #3 Leading Cause of Death. What is the Solution? Monday, October 29, …
Join the SimPOW Planning Committee
The Simulation Alliance of Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia (SimPOW) is excited to announce its first official planning committee. Interested candidates can volunteer by filling out the form here. The committee will be responsible for the following: 1. Plan and coordinate all SimPOW sessions 2. Teach best practices and industry trends to educators and simulation …
RSVP for the August SimPOW Session
August SimPOW’s meeting is scheduled to meet on Saturday, August 4, 2018, at Washington Hospital, Washington PA. Session 1: Simulation with millennials: How does it change things? Session 2: Lessons from the street: Getting started with simulation-enhanced inter-professional education. Presented by founder and CEO of Avkin, Amy Cowperthwait, RN, MSN. Learn more about Avkin, a …
Contact
Sign up for SimPOW by contacting Dana Bargerstock at bargerstockd@rmu.edu. Request access to the SimPOW WhatsAPP to receive meeting notifications and discussions on your cell phone.