BRIDGEVALLEY COMMUNITY & TECHNICAL COLLEGE
BridgeValley Community & Technical College nursing students now have access to 5,800 SF of essential learning space thanks to the $ 1 million renovation of the third floor of Building 2000 of the West Virginia Regional Technology Park.
Cares Act Funding deadlines gave little time for the project to be finalized, but ZMM ensured the bidding process was completed effectively and the funds were distributed in the most efficient way possible. With left over funding, BridgeValley purchased quality equipment to supplement the new space.
The renovation required gutting the North Wing of Building 2000 and a third-floor office area to make room for the additions. These include simulation rooms, a nurse’ s station, assessment and skills bays, classrooms, debriefing and consult spaces, offices and lockers. Simulation rooms allow nursing students to practice real-world scenarios, allowing for training and evaluation through observation windows and camera systems.
With the help of ZMM’ s design team and engineers, nurses studying at BridgeValley will be able to learn in a comprehensive space with state-of-the-art facilities, making sure they enter the workforce fully prepared to provide patients with quality care.
WVU MEDICINE JACKSON GENERAL HOSPITAL
When Jackson General Hospital administration realized that it was time to consider updating their 1964-built Ripley, WV facility, they collaborated with ZMM to determine what needed to be done. After analyzing what needs had to be met according to space and patient population, it was decided that the best course of action was a full replacement.
This replacement cost $ 20 million and was completed in two phases. Phase 1 consisted of a new two-story addition, and Phase 2 was to replace the rest of the hospital. This would make up for the inefficiencies of the original building’ s design and allow for more structured layouts.
As the project’ s planning was underway, Jackson General Hospital became part of the WVU Medicine Health System. After the two entities worked out their partnership, ZMM continued to be a part of the design team, working with architectural consultant Harley Ellis Devereaux.
In 2024, ZMM provided design services on a new wing for the hospital: a $ 35 million renovation which includes an emergency department, surgical department and more than 30 new private rooms. This new facility provides a clean and calming environment, ensuring an improved experience for patients and staff.
“ We are thrilled with the simulated hospital wing at BridgeValley Community and Technical College. It allows our students in the college and the WIN Academy to learn in an authentic hospital environment right here on campus.”
Dr. Casey Sacks President BridgeValley Community and Technical College
“ ZMM worked with us to create a space that not only functions beautifully but also elevates the experience for patients, families and staff. It’ s clear that every detail was shaped with intention and empathy, and the result is a design that truly supports healing and wellbeing.”
Jeff Tabor Hospital Director of Operations WVU Medicine Jackson General Hospital