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PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS
Pathways to Success is an innovative program that aims to identify and groom potential leaders for future organizational advancements through mentoring, staff development, and training. It represents a cultural shift that emphasizes the importance of longevity, commitment, and exemplary work values that align with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values of TAPM. Our ultimate objective is to continuously advance our people, processes, and technology. Pathways to Success serves as the avenue through which we believe we can achieve these goals effectively.
MARCH 2025
February Recap
Birthdays & Anniversaries INSIDE
Why We Love What We Do New Staff MHFA Graduates
Highlighted Providers
Qi Focus
Recipe of the Month EEC Initiatives
Standards of Behavior
QI Core Value: Global Diversity A Message from IT
Employee Resources
FEBRUARY GIFT CARD WINNERS:
Daisy Rodriguez
Donna Hernandez
As we step into March, a season of renewal and growth, let’s embrace new opportunities to serve our community with dedication and compassion Every day, your hard work makes a lasting impact on the lives of our patients and their families
Thank you for your commitment let’s continue moving forward together!
February Recap
February was a fun and eventful month for us at TAPM! We kicked things off with Jersey Day to show our team spirit before the Super Bowl, and we got festive for Valentine’s Day, dressing up and enjoying sweet treats from the EEC’s candy fundraiser.
We also took time to bring awareness to American Heart Month, highlighting the importance of heart health. Nykedtra Brown, FNP, and Medical Assistant Apprentice, Julianna Cruz, teamed up to create a video demonstrating the proper way to take blood pressure an important skill that helps us provide the best care for our patients.
As we move into March, let’s keep up the great energy and continue making an impact together!
Why We Love What We Do
The reason why I love what I do is because it has always been in me to take care of other people. I feel that has been my calling from God. If I can’t do something to make a person’s day better, then my living has been in vain. I don’t care what ethnicity, gender, or background you have, I want to show the same level of kindness, love, & compassion to whomever I’m caring for. I live by the Golden Rule: Do unto others as You’d have them to do unto you. I live to see my patient’s smile.
I love what I do because I get to laugh and smile every day. Kids are so funny and fun to work with!
I love being a CMA but most of all I love being Lead Vaccine Coordinator for TAPM. I am passionate about vaccines, vaccine training, learning more about vaccines so I can help hopefully break the vaccine hesitancy in our communities and to encourage staff to encourage vaccines to our patients. I love working with our patient population. A population that is forgotten and neglected by the most communities and government. Our population is important and they deserve to have the best care just like anyone else.
What I love most about my role at TAPM is the supportive and collaborative environment. I work alongside an amazing team that truly cares about our patients and each other. It makes coming to work every day fulfilling, knowing we are all working toward the same goal providing the best care possible.
Why We Love What We Do
My name is Renee Morris, LPN, and I love what I do because I was raised in a family of nurses and law enforcement officers. Nurturing and service work is in my DNA. Service work has been a part of my life since I was a young girl. I used to go to work with my mother and grandmother who did in-home nursing for many years. I'd assist by helping with the patients they took care of. Tidying their homes by sweeping floors or helping with folding clothes were some of the small tasks that I took on without having been asked. Sometimes the patients would let me play with their hair and style it for them. I never saw it as work, to me, I was having fun. It gave me joy to do something for someone else and see their appreciation for it. My passion to help others grew throughout my life and even when I'm not caring for people at work, I find myself caring for strangers in various ways. I welcomed homeless people off the street to my home to eat and bathe. Some I washed their clothes and others, I gave clothes to.
Once, I met a young man who was homeless that needed help with finding a job by taking him to the Social Security office to get a Social Security card and identification. That young man got the job and was saving his money to get his own place while living at a local shelter. He was a good person with no family nearby that was willing to help him. I gave him temporary shelter and fell in love with his kindness and his heart. I later married that man and we added 3 more children and one adopted child to the marriage. We were a family of six and very happy. We were married for 25yrs until his sudden death in 2017. He would always say that I saved him, Little does he know, he saved me. I learned from him my self-confidence to push myself beyond what I could ever imagine. I learned to be brave and not afraid to fail if at first things did not work out the first time. From him, I discovered me. I later went on to college to become a nurse, graduating in the top three of my class. He was my biggest fan.
Caring for people comes from God. How can one say that they love God and not HIS people. It is my gift, and I use it the way that I believe God wants me too. My life has been blessed because of my love and compassion for people and the gift that they give me is when I see them smile and say thank you. Caring for people is not a skill one can learn in college or by trade. Its a gift from God.
STARTEDFEBRUARY2025
Tiffany Miles, FNP Family Nurse Practitioner
Wendover
Jasmine Scott Clinical Nurse Lead
Elm
Angel Baptist, LCSWA Behavioral Health Clinician
Elm
Baileigh Hammond Administrative Student Intern
Northwood
Mental Health First Aid Graduates
Our Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) class equips staff with the knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to signs of mental health challenges and crises. This training helps us provide compassionate support to our patients, colleagues, and community. Congratulations to our latest MHFA graduates!
If you haven’t taken the MHFA class yet, reach out to Jaclyn Noble at jnoble@tapmedicine.com to sign up for the next session!
Colorectal Cancer Awareness
UNDERSTANDING THE IMPORTANCE OF COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness about one of the most preventable, yet deadly, cancers. Colorectal cancer is the second most commonly diagnosed cancer in the U.S., but with routine screening, it is also one of the most treatable. Early detection through screenings like colonoscopies and stool-based tests can help find precancerous polyps before they develop into cancer, significantly improving outcomes.
Experts recommend that individuals at average risk begin screening at age 45, though those with a family history or other risk factors may need to start earlier. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle eating a balanced diet, staying physically active, avoiding tobacco, and limiting alcohol can also help reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
This month, take a proactive step toward your health by talking with your provider about colorectal cancer screening. Early detection saves lives, and staying informed is key to prevention. If you or a loved one is due for a screening, now is the time to schedule an appointment and prioritize your health.
Recipe of the Month
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Servings: 4
Nutrition Info (per serving):
Calories: 320
Protein: 32g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 10g
Sodium: 350mg
INGREDIENTS:
2 boneless, skinless chicken
breasts (or 4 small thighs), cut into chunks
1 lb baby potatoes, halved
1 cup cherry tomatoes
1 cup broccoli florets
2 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
Juice of 1 lemon
¼ cup grated Parmesan (optional)
EASY ONE-PAN LEMON GARLIC CHICKEN & VEGGIES
Kickstart spring with a simple, healthy, and flavorful meal! This One-Pan Lemon Garlic Chicken & Veggies is packed with protein and nutrients while keeping the ingredient list minimal. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Season the Chicken & Veggies – In a large bowl, toss chicken, potatoes, tomatoes, and broccoli with olive oil, garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Bake – Spread everything evenly on the baking sheet. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temp) and potatoes are fork-tender.
3. Add Lemon & Parmesan – Drizzle lemon juice over the dish and sprinkle with Parmesan if using.
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4. Serve & Enjoy!
Employee Engagement Committee
Employee Engagement Committee
New Year, New Mindset
TAPM Standards of Behavior
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Employee Statement: I will be a solid role model to others in delivering excellence in all that I do as a representative of Triad Adult and Pediatric Medicine, Inc. (TAPM) by exhibiting the following behaviors:
Servings: 4
I will display empathy, concern, and respect for others (internal and external customers). I will positively promote a customer first culture
I will display behaviors guided by the principles, character, and core values of TAPM.
I will respect and follow the policies and procedures of TAPM.
I will positively complete assignments related to my work role and responsibilities at TAPM.
I will not participate in idle gossip, and I will discourage gossip on all levels.
I will not use and discourage the use of profanity or the display of intimidating, sarcastic, hostile, demanding, or condescending behaviors toward others in the workplace.
I will display a positive work attitude.
I will serve as a supportive, welcoming, and encouraging coworker, mentor, and role model toward my colleagues.
I will speak positively and enthusiastically regarding the TAPM Mission, Vision and Core Values to include quality, finance, culture, and governance.
I will graciously accept constructive feedback to improve job performance and delivery of quality care.
I will assume full responsibility for my actions and their consequences should I not abide by TAPM policies, Mission, Vision, and Core Values, and the TAPM Code of Conduct.
Q1 Core Value:
Global Diversity
EMBRACING GLOBAL DIVERSITY
As we begin the new year, TAPM is proud to highlight our Q1 core value: Global Diversity. This value reflects our commitment to celebrating the unique perspectives, cultures, and experiences that make up our team and community. By embracing inclusivity, we strengthen our ability to deliver equitable and compassionate care.
Global diversity reminds us that our collective voices and shared commitment are what make us stronger. Each staff member brings unique insights and skills that help us connect with our patients in meaningful ways. When we value and learn from one another, we create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and respected.
This quarter, let’s continue fostering understanding, respect, and collaboration in every interaction whether with colleagues, patients, or the broader community. Together, we can celebrate our differences while working toward our shared mission of equitable healthcare for all.
A Message from IT
TAPM has several job openings. Take a look at our current job openings and if you are interested, apply using the link below. Make sure you send an email to the human resources department to let them know you applied at: recruiting@tapmedicine.com
Know someone that would be a great fit at TAPM? Refer them and you can earn $$
$250 $250 bonus awarded after completion of the referred employee's first 90 days bonus awarded after one year of service by the referred employee
Please contact HR at recruiting@tapmedicine.com
Birthdays &
MARCH
HAPPY BIRTHDAY
Amber Cranford
March 3
Betina Keel
March 5
Brittany Godley
March 10
Nicole Anderson
March 11
Morgan Darrow
March 14
Faith Lockett Gardner
March 16
Ana Macedo
March 19
Paoloa Reyes Echevarria
March 21
Karen Bass
March 25
Nigel Wood
March 27
Amber Shelton
March 29
Donna Hernandez March 29