Louise McEntyre West Nursing Simulation and Peer Mentorship Centre

Key features

State-of-the-art facilities: The Centre offers cutting-edge labs equipped with high-fidelity manikins and advanced medical equipment, creating a realistic hospital environment.
Hands-on learning: Students gain practical experience by performing a wide range of medical procedures in a safe, controlled setting, which enhances their clinical skills and builds confidence.
Interprofessional collaboration: The Centre promotes teamwork among nursing, rehabilitation, and nutrition students, preparing them for effective collaboration in real health-care settings.
Innovative education: Through the use of high-fidelity manikins, task trainers, and virtual simulations, the Centre provides immersive learning experiences that enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Peer mentorship program: Experienced nursing students mentor their peers by offering guidance, providing support and sharing knowledge to foster a collaborative and supportive learning environment.
Global benchmark: As one of the leading nursing simulation centres in the world, it sets the standard for nursing education through its commitment to excellence, innovation and bilingual training.

“Innovation in nursing education is key. At the Louise McEntyre West Nursing Simulation Centre, we offer cutting-edge, hands-on learning essential for developing competent health-care professionals.”

Natalie St. Jacques-Farha

— Manager of the Centre

Our mission, vision, and values

Mission

To provide excellence in applied bilingual nursing education in order to foster the development of knowledge, leadership and compassion for the delivery of optimal nursing and interprofessional practice. Our supportive learning environment is designed to foster critical thinking through innovative applied learning opportunities.

Vision

To advance the quality and delivery of nursing education and research through excellence and innovation.

Values

Ensure quality nursing education in a safe, caring, inclusive and respectful learning environment
Follow evidence-based nursing education standards
Foster communication, teamwork and collaboration within the School of Nursing and our community partners

As a realistic representation of a six-year-old child, “Nursing Kid” is designed for skill and scenario-based training so that nursing students learn how to care for and manage various pediatric patients.

High-fidelity manikins

SimMan is a high-fidelity manikin that simulates various clinical conditions and emergencies, allowing students to practice advanced procedures in a controlled environment.
Nursing Anne helps students develop essential nursing skills through hands-on practice in patient handling, wound care, and vital sign monitoring.
Nursing Baby is used for practicing pediatric care skills ranging from newborn assessment to advanced life support techniques.
Nursing Kid allows students to practice medical procedures and patient care for children and covers scenarios such as respiratory, cardiac and trauma care.
Juno is a mid-fidelity manikin used for fundamental nursing skills, including patient assessment and care planning.
Ped Hal simulates realistic pediatric emergencies and routine care scenarios, helping students develop critical thinking in pediatric health care.
Newborn Hal allows for the practice of newborn care, including resuscitation and routine assessment.
Noelle is a childbirth simulator that provides realistic simulation of labour and delivery scenarios for practicing obstetric procedures.

Honoring Louise McEntyre West: A generous donation

The Louise McEntyre West Nursing Simulation and Peer Mentorship Centre was made possible through generous donations from the McEntyre West family. Louise McEntyre West was a distinguished graduate of the University of Ottawa’s School of Nursing who dedicated her life to helping others. After a tragic car accident and a subsequent battle with ALS, Louise’s legacy of compassion and dedication to nursing continues through the Centre.

Her siblings, John McEntyre and Lynn McEntyre Comerford, have made this significant contribution in her memory. John McEntyre stated, “My sister Louise was a special person. After nearly being killed in a car accident, she felt the purpose of her life was to help others. She died far too young from ALS. This centre is a fitting tribute to her memory because it will help future generations of nurses in their education and training.”

This heartfelt donation underscores the family's commitment to advancing nursing education and supporting the next generation of health-care professionals. The Centre stands as a testament to Louise’s enduring impact on the field of nursing and the lives of countless future nurses.