Nevada Center for Patient Safety and Simulation

Who We Are

The Nevada Center for Patient Safety and Simulation (NCPSS) is a statewide initiative dedicated to advancing healthcare quality and safety through simulation-based education and collaborative innovation.

Our mission is to create a culture of safety that empowers healthcare professionals to deliver the highest standard of care.

Our Vision

To be Nevada’s leading resource for patient safety, fostering partnerships across hospitals, universities, and community organizations to reduce medical errors and improve outcomes.

Our Goals

• Patient Safety Leadership: Establish Nevada’s first Patient Safety Organization (PSO), to provide a protected environment for reporting and learning from safety events.
• Collaboration: Connecting healthcare providers, educators, and policymakers to share best practices and drive systemic improvements.
• Innovation: Leveraging simulation technology to prepare for real-world challenges and enhance clinical decision-making in rural communities.

Why It Matters

Healthcare safety is a shared responsibility. By uniting stakeholders and promoting evidence-based strategies, NCPSS will help reduce harm, improve patient trust, and strengthen Nevada’s healthcare system.

Advisory Committee

The Nevada Center for Patient Safety and Simulation (NCPSS) is guided by a multidisciplinary Advisory Committee that brings together leaders from Nevada’s healthcare, academic, and patient safety communities. This committee ensures that our work reflects statewide priorities and best practices.

Committee Chair

• John Packham, PhD - Associate Dean, Office of Statewide Initiatives, University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine

Committee Members Represent Institutions Across Nevada

• University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med)
• University of Nevada, Reno - Orvis School of Nursing
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) - Medical education and simulation expertise
• Nevada Rural Hospital Partners (NRHP) - Advocates for rural healthcare and patient safety
• Renown Health - Risk management and quality improvement leadership

Collaborative Networks

The Advisory Committee also connects with national organizations such as the Collaborative Healthcare Patient Safety Organization (CHPSO) and other PSOs to share benchmarking data and best practices.