Allen College Secures Grant to Elevate Pediatric Emergency Training

December 12, 2025

WATERLOO – Allen College was awarded a $1,500 Community Development Grant from Aureon to acquire a specialized pediatric code cart for its Simulation Lab. This equipment will significantly enhance clinical education for student nurses, nurse practitioners and practicing nurses at UnityPoint Health – Allen Hospital. The new pediatric code cart will contain all necessary supplies for medication administration, airway management, and oxygenation, allowing students and practitioners to participate in simulations of critical pediatric emergencies such as arrhythmias, overdoses and cardiac arrest.

The addition of the cart to the upcoming, expanded Simulation Lab will create realistic scenarios that mirror actual hospital responses. These experiences are designed to improve familiarity, reinforce essential nursing skills and enhance the teamwork and communication crucial during a pediatric emergency code. Ultimately, this investment from Aureon will support the development of highly skilled and responsive nurses who are better equipped to deliver quick, safe and effective care to pediatric patients throughout the community.