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Congratulations, Salim R Idriss , BSN, RN, TNCC, Emergency Department, Parkview Regional Medical Center, who was recently honored with a DAISY Award® from The DAISY Foundation for extraordinary nursing. “Salim's kindness, knowledge, and skilled passion for my well being made a huge impression on me and my family. He stood out as a nurse who was willing to do everything in his power to make my situation less painful,” the patient who nominated Salim said. You can read her full moving tribute to her nurse here: https://bit.ly/4e76Nkr We are so proud of you, Salim. Thank you for going above and beyond to provide exceptional care.

Ahead of our next clinical hiring fair, we spoke with Kelli Austin and Morgan White, talent acquisition managers, Parkview Health, about the benefit of these events for medical professionals. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/48iDcDg #hiringfair #hiring #hiringexpo #career #clinicalprofessionals #clinicaljobs

Board members for Parkview’s Ohio facilities – Parkview Bryan Hospital, Parkview Montpelier and Parkview Archbold – toured the Parkview Bryan radiation oncology center to view the new linear accelerator that was recently installed. This cutting-edge equipment is an integral part of Parkview Packnett Family Cancer Institute’s ability to provide critical cancer care closer to home.

Kara Branock, RN, shares her journey through emergency services, highlighting the Flex Team's unique career opportunities and why she's proud to Bleed Green. bit.ly/4dZgEZs

Each fall, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics sponsors the world's largest meeting of food and nutrition experts at the Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE). RDNs, NDTRs, researchers, policymakers, healthcare providers and industry leaders attend FNCE® to address key issues affecting the health of all Americans. This year, Parkview community outreach dietitians, Michelle Bojrab and Kathy Wehrle attended FNCE in Minneapolis, where Michelle presented Parkview’s VeggieRx poster, highlighting the amazing health outcomes and cost savings we’ve seen through our VeggieRx program. We’re pleased to share the team won the Outstanding Abstract Award for their incredible work. Congratulations to all involved! Learn more about the VeggieRx program here: https://bit.ly/3zYLwvv #nutrition #communityhealth #dietitian #registereddietitian #communityhealthimprovement

This stunning award vase, handcrafted by Danielle Payne, clinical research nurse and project coordinator, Parkview Health, will be handed out at the upcoming Parkview Nursing Research Symposium. Nurses and all interested medical professionals are invited to join us in celebrating groundbreaking work and advancing nursing science. Register today to join us on Nov. 7. Get details: https://bit.ly/3Yc1udK

Last week the Parkview Health Foundation hosted a reception featuring presentations on the important work being done by the Mirro Center for Research & Innovation, including showcasing the new critical care SIM training vehicle and research topics. The event also featured a presentation on the Graduate Medical Education Program by Dr. Scott Yen, PPG - Internal Medicine, Parkview Residency Center. Internal Medicine residents were able to attend and share their current experiences with retired Parkview physicians. The Parkview Foundation is pleased to provide funding for a variety of these projects including research, simulation, innovation as well as supporting the Graduate Medical Education Program through its GME Fund.

Gail Altekruse, vice president of operations, Parkview Southwest Outpatient Center, looks back on the lessons learned growing up in Fort Wayne and how they still apply in her current role, guiding the day-to-day decisions for the city’s southwest population. https://bit.ly/406d5xt

No matter where we turn these days, it seems we come face-to-face with artificial intelligence (AI). The technology is pervasive in many aspects of our everyday life, so it's important to understand the risks. Here's what the data says: https://bit.ly/4dGkff1 –Parkview Mirro Center for Research and Innovation

The Indiana Chamber of Commerce celebrated Parkview Health as the 2024 Jackson Lewis Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Champion at its annual DEI Summit on Tuesday at the Ritz Charles in Carmel. The statewide honor recognizes an organization making ardent strides to become a more equitable workplace. Parkview, a Fort Wayne-based healthcare provider with 14 hospitals and 200 provider offices serving northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio, embodies that ideal in its culture, says Indiana Chamber President and CEO Vanessa Green Sinders. “Parkview was one of the first companies in Indiana to focus on diversity, equity and inclusion, and it has continued full speed ahead with initiatives to diversify and offer programs for underrepresented employee groups within its hospitals and other facilities as well as for the clients the organization serves,” she offers. “At Parkview, it goes far beyond forming a mission statement around diversity; it’s about truly bringing everyone to the table, giving them a voice and taking action to ensure equity and inclusion across its vast healthcare operation.” Tina Dukandar, an associate in the Indianapolis office of Jackson Lewis, says there were many “great companies” up for the DEI award this year. She adds that DEI initiatives continue to accelerate and expand at various organizations across the state and that was evident in this year’s pool of nominees up for the award. Parkview has many initiatives to ensure that DEI is woven throughout its culture, Dukandar notes. Parkview was set apart because company officials recognized that “DEI initiatives are not a one-size-fits-all,” says Dukandar, who was on the Jackson Lewis DEI Champion selection committee. “To best serve their diverse workforce and patients, they implemented various initiatives.” For example, Dukandar points out that Parkview has a dedicated DEI recruitment specialist who focuses on building strategic relationships to attract a diverse workforce. “They (also) established several Co-worker Resource Groups, which include groups for faith and belief, veterans and working mothers,” she adds. “These groups provide employees with a platform to connect, share experiences and support each other, fostering a sense of community and belonging. These are just a very few of the initiatives from Parkview Health.” Read the full feature: https://bit.ly/3Yjroxk