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Meet a Champion of Nursing Diversity: Suzette Porter

Minority Nurse

Through Porter’s leadership as a nurse manager, her unit was awarded the Team Daisy Award in 2021 for teamwork. Porter is genuinely beloved by her colleagues and patients and is a proven leader who knows the importance of teamwork. So what I do with my team is I huddle with them. I obtained a master’s degree.

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Celebrating Black Nursing Leaders: Mary Howard

Minority Nurse

Mary Howard, DNP, RN, NEA-BC is the executive director of The Ohio State University East Hospital and is responsible for operations, strategic planning, and program development. I was placed at Columbus Children’s Hospital in Columbus, Ohio as a junior nurse’s aide and progressed to become a senior nurse’s aide. Anthony Hospital).

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Celebrating National Doctor's Day 2024: Journeys Through Medicine

Doximity

Karin Molander, MD, FACEP , Mills Peninsula Medical Center On Mother's Day 1978, my sisters and I sat huddled in the small 8-foot by 10-foot waiting room of Rush Presbyterian Hospital, longing for a glimpse of our mother who had been rushed there weeks before in need of emergent surgery. I lost contact when he moved to another state.

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Have a Passion for Patient Care? Northwest Suburban College Medical Assistant program is for you!

Northwest Suburban College

This well-rounded training program makes sure you’re prepared for the diverse responsibilities of a medical assistant. Learning these techniques prepares you to perform critical tasks efficiently in various healthcare settings like hospitals and clinics. Another key aspect is teamwork.

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The Role of Medical Assistants in Efficient Healthcare Delivery

Northwest Suburban College

Medical Assistants work in various settings, including hospitals, clinics, private practices, and long-term care facilities, making them integral to the healthcare system. From anatomy and physiology to medical terminology and healthcare law, our curriculum ensures students have a well-rounded understanding of the medical field.

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The Crucial Role of Pharmacy Technicians in Today’s Healthcare System

Northwest Suburban College

These skilled professionals work in various healthcare settings, such as pharmacies, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, assisting pharmacists in dispensing medication and providing essential support to patients. Emphasis on Soft Skills and Professionalism We recognize that soft skills are critical to success as a Pharmacy Technician.

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8 Strategies for Improving Nurse Engagement

Relias

Every additional 1% in turnover can cost an average hospital over $380,000 in a year. Lack of collegiality Finally, employees quickly sense whether their organization’s culture is collaborative or lacking in teamwork. In others, it could mean holding regular huddles or check-ins with your nurses.