The Boston Globe Reports: UbiSim's VR nursing simulation boosts clinical readiness and student enrollment

Virtual Reality Training Addresses Critical Nursing Shortage

Innovative VR Solution Makes Nursing Education More Accessible and Effective

As the United States faces a shortage of skilled nurses, Labster is pioneering an innovative solution through its UbiSim virtual reality simulation platform. The technology allows nursing students to practice critical skills in a realistic virtual hospital environment using Meta Quest VR headsets. "We need to make sure that we get more nurses into the field," says Shawn Boom, CEO of Labster, the parent company of UbiSim. "And that when they get there, they've got the competence, but also the confidence to show up and be able to treat and practice."

Proven Results and Growing Adoption

The impact of UbiSim's approach is already evident - nursing schools using the technology have reported enrollment increases of 5-25%. The system is now deployed at approximately 200 hospitals and nursing schools, including prestigious institutions like Boston Children's Hospital and Simmons University School of Nursing. As Heather Shlosser, Dean of the Simmons University nursing school, notes: "This is a really fabulous way for us to supplement and augment our clinical experiences for our students. It really helps to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and application."

Cost-Effective and Comprehensive Training

With 54 different treatment scenarios and a focus on diverse patient populations, UbiSim offers comprehensive training at a fraction of the cost of traditional simulation methods. While traditional medical mannequins can cost upwards of $130,000, UbiSim's solution requires only a $300 Meta Quest headset and less than $200 per student per year in software costs, making quality nursing education more accessible than ever before.