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Candy Cart Rounding This was a special salute to night shift with candy carts visiting all patient care units between 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. Nursing Staff Breakfast A sumptuous breakfast served from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. to the nursing staff by the leadership team. Nursing Grand Rounds Topic: Work—Life Balance 3rd Annual Community Health Fair The community health fair at Lexington Market was staffed by UMMC employees who contributed 525 total hours to provide support. It is estimated that over 1000 members of the community attended the fair that consisted of 31 tables of health related topics, along with blood pressure, BMI, and weight measurements. Coffee Bar Complimentary coffee, tea, and bagels were provided from 6:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. for those working on Saturday. “My UMMC Nurse Is A Hero” This was the first year for this type of recognition. Submissions were received from family members and friends of UMMC nurses to describe why “my nurse is a hero.”
Just a sampling —
“ ... Seeing the passion and love she takes every day with her to work makes me feel blessed...” “ ... When she tells me about her work ... she lights up. She glows when she talks about her patients. Your hospital is blessed to have her on staff!” “ ... He does special things for people without realizing how much the act will impact the person’s life.” “ ... Being a nurse is truly the calling God has for her. I enjoy working at her side. She is one of your top ten nurses.” “ ... My stepmom can make a difference in someone’s life in her job as an ER nurse. She is a hero by accomplishing the goal of giving many people a second chance at life.”
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