Most newborns transition to life without difficulty, but approximately 1 in 10 will need some form of resuscitation, and 1 out of every 100 babies will require extensive measures immediately after birth.
Newborn resuscitation is a high-stakes event, where providers have less than 30 seconds to assess, intervene, and coordinate care. Delays or errors during this critical window can result in serious and lasting consequences.
In every single birth, providers must be ready — that’s where NEST comes in: helping teams prepare for the moment that matters most.
To improve the quality and safety of care by strengthening provider preparedness for neonatal resuscitation. We believe every newborn deserves timely, coordinated, and skilled care, regardless of where they are born.
We support healthcare professionals with immersive training that emphasizes teamwork and critical decision-making. Our courses are designed not only to teach resuscitation skills, but to foster the confidence and communication needed to deliver them under pressure.
Through NEST, we aim to build a culture of readiness and continuous improvement — across settings, sectors, and disciplines.
Every course brings together instructors and learners from different professional backgrounds — reflecting the real-world complexity of neonatal resuscitation.
A structured curriculum offering multiple opportunities for practice over time, reinforcing learning and supporting long-term skill retention.
Larger, more inclusive classes expand access beyond Women and Children's Health — reaching providers in other departments and healthcare settings.
Shared resources and centralized planning reduce the burden on units and educators, keeping the program efficient and effective.
Designed to work with existing infrastructure, NEST is a cost-effective model that can be readily adopted in other hospitals.
Neonatal Education, Simulation & Training Program
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