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Endoscopy
Dr. Trooskin
Dr. Amy Tyberg
Pediatric ED
Dr. Leva
Radiation Oncology
Dr. Weiss
SBMU
Dr. Sheema Jalil
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2 Core
Dr. LaMaire
5 North
Dr. Biling
9 Tower
Dr. Yezhi Shan
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*Data Sources: Patient Comments from Press Ganey surveys, Senior Leadership Rounding data, Discharge Callback data, Patient Experience Representative rounding notes, Complement Letters from patients and Recognition emails from Nursing/Unit Directors/Managers, etc.
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RWJUH CLINICIAN OF THE MONTH
TINA VALDEZ, ACNP-BC
Congratulations to Tina Valdez, ACNP-BC, April’s Clinician of the Month.
Tina Valdez is an Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology who has been on RWJUH’ss medical staff since 2019. Tina completed both her BSN and MSN at Seton Hall University.
Valdez aspired to become a doctor at a young age, but it was her mother’s career as a nurse that encouraged her to follow in her mother’s footsteps.
“When I look back, I’m grateful I chose to be in the nursing profession because I believe it aligns with my personal philosophies and is more of who I am,” said Valdez. “Treat everyone as if they were your own family members seeking care.”
Valdez says she admires her parents for instilling a strong work ethic in her and her siblings. “Things- whether they are material or not, aren’t just handed to you. You need to work hard to get to where you want to be,” said Valdez.
Her favorite quote is, “It’s the one thing you can control. You are responsible for how people remember you—or don’t. So don’t take it lightly,” by Kobe Bryant.
Valdez stated that it is important to have adequate experience as an RN before you decide to become an APN. The experience she gained as an RN made her the APN she is today.
According to Valdez, it’s essential to have empathy, patience, and autonomy in this field, while also developing critical care thinking skills and learning basics about patient care. She says it also helps to build communication skills with other colleagues.
“You build relationships with patients early on and are there for them at their most vulnerable times. To know they’re doing well when they’re out of the hospital leaves me feeling grateful that I am able to be a part of that process for them,” said Valdez.
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City of New Brunswick Construction and Road Closure Updates
The city of New Brunswick has notified us of several improvement projects underway that directly impact vehicle and foot traffic on the RWJUH and CINJ campuses. Safety is our topmost priority; we ask team members to avoid construction areas whenever possible and to remain aware of their surroundings. Take caution when maneuvering past construction areas.
Construction Look Ahead Week of April 19 - 22
Division & Hardenbergh Street: Expect up to four deliveries of structural steel each day. The streets are not expected to be closed. Police will direct traffic; residents will have access to their homes.
Hardenbergh Street: Water line installation may continue - notice will be provided to any property that may be affected by a brief interruption of water service due to the ongoing work.
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Pharmacy Updates/Drug Shortages |
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ACTION REQUIRED: RWJBarnabas Health Cisco Duo 2FA Enrollment |
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Situation
RWJBarnabas Health is transitioning our 2-factor authentication (2FA) solution for secure login to the RWJBH network and applications from our current Symantec VIP to Cisco Duo. All users will receive an email from Cisco Duo (from [email protected]) to enroll in the new system prior to go-live. The email is not spam and requires immediate action.
Background
Symantec VIP is approaching end of life, and we have selected Cisco Duo as the preferred 2FA solution, as it is a more secure user-friendly solution to log into your application(s).
Assessment
2FA is the industry standard for strengthening access security by requiring two methods to verify your identity. For RWJBH, these factors include your user name and password, and a smartphone app for authentication
Recommendation
In preparation for the transition to Cisco Duo, all users will be required to enroll in Cisco Duo, in advance of the go-live.
You will soon receive an enrollment email from Cisco Duo containing links to enroll.
The email will be sent this week (week of April 7)
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Subject: RWJBarnabas Health Cisco Duo 2FA Enrollment
When you receive this email, immediate action is required. Risk of not acting will lead to loss of remote access to RWJBH systems.
Step 1: Click the enrollment link in the email to enroll a phone, tablet or other device into Cisco Duo. As part of the enrollment, you will install the Cisco Duo app on your device.
Step 2: DO NOT uninstall your current Symantec VIP 2FA software. Even though you have enrolled, and now have the Cisco Duo app on your device, you will not yet be able to use it for 2FA. You must continue to use Symantec VIP 2FA. You will be notified when you no longer need Symantec VIP and can begin using Cisco Duo.
You must complete enrollment within 30 days from receipt of the email (you will continue to receive emails from Cisco Duo until you have enrolled).
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You Cannot Practice at RWJBH-Rutgers Epic-Live Facilities If You Are Not RWJBH-Rutgers Epic Trained by
June 4, 2022
Did you complete all Epic Training including web-based training and user setting labs?
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Install Haiku (Epic's mobile phone platform) and Canto (Epic's iPad platform) on your respective devices.
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Install PowerMicMobile (PMM) on your cellphone
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If you do not do any hospital work, you do not need to take inpatient training. If you were erroneously assigned inpatient training in Net Learning, please contact [email protected]
You DO NOT have to attend more than one session. However, you are more than welcome to attend multiple sessions to ask questions if you'd like to.
If you would like, submit questions for Epic Leadership in advance to [email protected]
Training Questions?
Epic Training Hotline:
732-387-3371
Monday- Friday,
8 am – 4 pm
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Hearst Grant Supports Purchase of Simulation Mannequin to Train Advanced Practice Providers
The RWJ University Hospital Foundation received a $125,000 grant from the Hearst Foundation to support our Advanced Practice Providers (APP) team’s purchase of a CAE Ultrasound Vimedix simulation mannequin. The simulation mannequin will help our APPs provide critical hands-on cardiac ultrasound training for more than 1,000 APPs working across RWJBarnabas Health (RWJBH). Simulation training has been demonstrated to improve learning skills, performance, critical thinking, self-confidence, and provide learner satisfaction. The purchase of this training equipment is a key first step by RWJUH APPs to provide a consistent, mobile training program for all RWJBH APPs.
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Autism Acceptance Month
Join us for this helpful series designed for families of children who have recently received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We will explore ASD and co-occurring diagnoses, steps to consider after a diagnosis, and therapies, including local and state services available to families. Registration is required for any session you wish to attend.
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April is Celebrate Diversity Month
💳Take the Pledge: Enter to Win One of Four $25 Visa Gift Cards💳
April is Celebrate Diversity Month, a celebration that was initiated in 2004 to recognize and honor the diversity surrounding us all. By celebrating differences and similarities during this month, we hope that we all gain a deeper understanding of each other. Take the pledge by April 30.
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Combatting Imposter Syndrome Workshop
Studies show 70% of employees suffer from Imposter Syndrome, which is a psychological phenomenon that attributes success to luck rather than skill. The event will feature keynote speaker Alex Lieberman, Co-Founder of Morning Brew, a media company sharing business news with 2.2 million people daily. Hosted by the Young Professionals Advocacy Council (YPAC).
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The Simulation Center Vendor Fair
April 22, 2022 | 10am-4pm |Arline and Henry Schwartzman Courtyard
See the latest artificial intelligence and 3-D simulated learning, where the state-of-the-art mannequins will be present. This will be an opportunity to sample some of the equipment ahead of the construction of the innovative hub, which will house a state-of-the-art simulation center. Share the flyer.
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Donate Life Month & Go Blue/Green Day
Month-Long & April 22
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RWJUH Town Hall with President
& CEO Bill Arnold
Please join Bill Arnold for an hour of discussion about the hospital’s strategic plan to become a premier academic medical center. He is looking forward to getting to know the RWJUH team and getting your input on how we can work together to build a culture of excellence focused on safety, patient experience, and clinical performance.
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Women's Leadership Alliance Book Club
Participants will have six weeks to read the book and then attend a lunch and learn. All employees are invited to participate.
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MIDDLESEX & MERCER
COUNTIES MEDICAL SOCIETY
“Leadership is the art of understanding motivations, influencing people and teams, and communicating purpose and direction to accomplish stated goals...”
Leadership In Medicine: Empowering Physicians to Lead and Improve Healthcare
An interactive discussion on physician leadership in changing and challenging times and an opportunity to celebrate our physician leaders.
Wednesday, April 27, 2022 Hyatt Regency Princeton 5:30-9:30 pm
Keynote Speaker: Mark Hertling, LTG (ret), US Army, and Author of a bestselling book “Growing Physician Leaders” – MH CV MH BIO
Link to register/donate:
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