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July 3, 2024
Vernon Expands Training for EMS Operations Center
The town of Vernon has received a $25,000 grant from the state division of Homeland Security to upgrade its Emergency Operations Center (EOC). This funding will significantly enhance Vernon’s emergency response capabilities, including expanding its training technologies with acquisitions like VRSim’s VRNA EMS.
June 20, 2024
Science-Based Transformations for Nurse Assistant Training: How VR is Setting New Standards
Recent research, from the journal Ergonomics, compares traditional nurse assistant training with a VR hybrid model to unveil compelling benefits. The study provides authoritative evidence that a hybrid education model employing VR not only accelerates learning but also enhances practical skills and knowledge retention. This evidence supports the shift towards incorporating VR technology in training programs.
May 20, 2024
CT EMS Forum and Tech Demonstration Recap
VRSim, in partnership with the University of Saint Joseph, hosted the CT EMS Forum and Tech Demonstration this past February. The forum brought a spotlight to the importance of our essential workers, highlighting the unique career pathways that begin in and intersect with EMS, as well as the emergency medical care aspect that supports and protects everyone.
April 29, 2024
VRNA EMS “Game-Changing” for Medical Responders
VRNA EMS “Game-Changing” for Medical Responders Last week the Town of Vernon became the first community in Connecticut to launch VRNA EMS: VRSim’s cutting edge virtual reality training system for EMTs, police officers, firefighters and other medical first responders. “For our first responders and trainees, VRSim’s game-changing system will allow…
April 26, 2024
Responsible AI legislation that will help small businesses
AI is present in almost every aspect of our lives, and that influence will only grow—it is a bell that cannot be unrung.
April 23, 2024
Town of Vernon Hosts National Launch of New Virtual Reality Training System for Medical First Responders
TOWN OF VERNONOffice of the Mayor14 Park Place Vernon, CT 06066Tel: (860) 870-3600 Fax: (860) 870-3580www.Vernon-CT.gov Daniel A. ChampagneMayorMichael J. PurcaroTown AdministratorDawn R. MaselekAssistant Town Administrator FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEApril 23, 2024Press Contact: David Owens, Communications SpecialistDesk (860) 870-3574Cell (860) 494-5973 Town of Vernon Hosts National Launch of New Virtual Reality…
March 27, 2024
VRSim, Inc. Releases VRNA® EMS, VR Training for Emergency Responders
VRSim, Inc. Releases VRNA® EMS, VR Training for Emergency Responders VRNA EMS uses virtual reality technology to provide immersive skills training for Emergency Medical Professionals and First Responders. EAST HARTFORD, Conn., March 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — VRSim, Inc., a leading innovator and provider of virtual reality training solutions, releases its newest product,…