The Duke University School of Nursing’s Center for Nursing Discovery is a nationally recognized, state-of-the-art simulation facility supporting excellence in nursing education, clinical practice and research. Accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare and endorsed by the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning for its Core Four standards, the Center for Nursing Discovery spans over 20,000 square feet across two buildings and features 21 specialized rooms and a health innovation lab. The Center for Nursing Discovery serves all academic programs and provides a safe, student-centered environment that bridges didactic content with immersive learning. Its integration of high-fidelity simulation, standardized patients and task trainers builds critical thinking, collaboration and confidence in delivering competent, compassionate care. Its commitment to interdisciplinary education and innovation has earned national accolades, including the “Frontline Simulation Champions Award” from the International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning.
