Happy New Year! It certainly is an exciting time of year. We’ve added quite a few new staff, nurses and nursing leaders to the team. In fact, Kevin Sowers, a nurse, was just appointed President of The Johns Hopkins Health System. As we begin the new year, the leadership team and I look forward to(...)
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An Evening with the Stars
Posted by | Nursing MattersWe hope you all had a lovely Thanksgiving spent with loved ones. We'd like to take this opportunity to express how thankful we are for each and every one of you and your hard work and dedication to this department. During this season of giving, we ask that you consider donating to our Holiday Gift Drive:(...)
Lending a Hand
Posted by | Civic Engagement, Nursing MattersWith the season of giving nearly upon us, the DOM nursing team felt inspired to help out Moveable Feast, a local Baltimore organization that aims to foster a community that cares for men, women and children living with HIV/AIDS, cancer and other life-threatening illnesses by preparing and delivering nutritious meals and groceries and providing nutritional(...)
Congrats to Kayshawn Carter!
Posted by | Nursing MattersOn Sept 11, JHH employees were honored in the annual Employee Appreciation Service Awards held in Turner Auditorium including Regina Porter, RN, PCCU, who received an award for 40 years of hospital service. Each year, 10 recipients receive a Baker-King Award which acknowledges nonsupervisory staff members who have performed in an outstanding fashion. Nominations are(...)
Back to School!
Posted by | Nursing MattersAs students prepare for the new academic year, the diversity committee is conducting a Back to School Drive for area students. Please send in your donations. The last day to donate backpacks and supplies is Friday, August 25. All supplies will be picked up on Monday, August 28. –Ron Congratulations to Holley Farley, nurse clinician on(...)
Enjoy (What’s Left of) Summer!
Posted by | Nursing MattersI hope everyone is taking time away with their families this summer. It's a good time to recharge before school starts. I realize it is still July, but September 5 will be here before you know it. That said, I want to promote the Nursing Diversity Committee’s Back to School Drive. Please refer to the below flyer(...)
Don’t Forget to Take the NDNQI Survey!
Posted by | Nursing MattersDear Nursing Team, Happy Summer! I want to thank you for completing this year's survey bundle. The NDNQI survey is the last of the bunch, and I appreciate the time and effort you have made to provide your opinion. If you haven't provided your input yet, please do so soon. There are only a few more days left to complete the survey, and we value your(...)
We Hope You Enjoyed Nurses Week
Posted by | Nursing MattersEven though Nurses Week has come and gone, I wanted to take another opportunity thank you for all you do. The care you provide our patients is second to none. You are what makes Hopkins Nursing special and are the heart of what we do. Thank you! With all of the long hours and hard(...)
Happy Spring!
Posted by | Nursing MattersNow that the cold weather is leaving, it's time for baseball! I hope you will have an opportunity to participate in the JHH Nursing Orioles baseball game on May 5. Information regarding the game will be provided by your nurse manager. Kudos to Endoscopy, Hospitalist and the PCCU units! DOM Magnet and nursing leaders successfully(...)
Spring is Here!
Posted by | Nursing MattersHello Spring! It looks as though the mid-Atlantic snow is finally behind us. As the weather brings spring flowers and longer days, I hope you have a bright and beautiful day. Happy Spring 2017! -Ron Service Excellence Cohort The Department of Service Excellence has designed a cohort that is sure to provide an engaging(...)