Did you hear the BIG news? CSN just upped the game for nursing education! With the grand opening of its brand-new, grant-funded Nursing Simulation Center at the North Las Vegas Campus, CSN is taking hands-on training to the next level.

This cutting-edge facility, made possible with the help of Congressman Steven Horsford, Assembly Bill 375, and GOED’s WINN program, is here to tackle the critical nursing shortage in Southern Nevada. Did you know Nevada is ranked 48/50 for critical nursing shortages? This lab helps CSN stay competitive and gives students access to cutting edge tools.

The state-of-the-art Sim Lab offers four simulation rooms featuring lifelike mannequins that breathe, talk, and even give birth. On top of that, CSN is the only nursing program in Southern Nevada to offer a Virtual Reality Immersive It’s like stepping into a hospital without leaving the classroom!

But the excitement doesn’t stop there. The new facility officially opened with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, January 23, complete with remarks from CSN leaders, VIPs, and community partners.

CSN nursing students achieved an impressive 96.74% pass rate on the NCLEX-RN in the first quarter of 2023, setting them up for success in the workforce. “I am excited for our students to be able to learn in this way,” said Dr. Elizabeth Solomon, Director of Nursing at CSN. “Providing quality, evidence-based healthcare is at the heart of CSN nursing.”

Why is this important? Dr. Solomon summed it up best: “Our students are the future of healthcare in Southern Nevada, and we’re proud to provide them with the tools they need to succeed.”

Visit csn.edu/nursing to learn more!