Northeast Georgia Health System Receives National Recognition for its Simulation Center

Northeast Georgia Health System’s Center for Simulation and Innovation, which trains healthcare workers in a simulated environment, recently received national recognition from Becker’s Hospital Review and the Society for Simulation in Healthcare.

The Center was was recently accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, an international organization that promotes the advancement of simulation-based education for healthcare professionals, for providing a safe environment that mimics the actual clinical environment for healthcare professionals to practice their skills.

Jim Rinehart, director of clinical skills and simulation for Northeast Georgia Medical Center and Graduate Medical Education said, “This achievement isn’t just a milestone for NGHS, but also a shining example of how dedication, innovation and collaborative leadership can lead to exceptional outcomes in healthcare education and practice.”

To achieve accreditation,  the Center for Simulation and Innovation underwent a comprehensive review of its facilities, curriculum, faculty qualifications and adherence to best practices. 

Becker’s Hospital Review, a national trade publication, also recently named NGHS as one of 34 hospitals and health systems across the nation – and the only one in Georgia – with a great simulation and education program. Becker’s cited NGHS’ simulation center for partnering with high schools, colleges, EMS and law enforcement agencies to train more than 6,700 physicians, nurses, medical assistants, physical therapists, first responders, residents, fellows and college and high school students. NGHS appeared on the list alongside other noted hospitals and health systems such as Johns Hopkins Medicine and Mount Sinai Health System.