Background
How long have you worked at Swedish Covenant Hospital?24 years
Why did you choose Swedish Covenant Hospital?
Heard good things and it's close to home.
Has your position changed throughout your employment here? If yes, what positions have you held?
No.
Have you earned any certifications or made progress on the Clinical Ladder? If yes, how so?
I was a new grad, now an experienced nurse.
Involvement
Are you involved in any professional nursing organizations or activities? If so, are they at the local, state, national or international levels?
ACCN (Association of Critical Care Nurses).
Have you been involved in planning or administering any clinical studies at Swedish Covenant Hospital? If yes, which one(s)?
Thunder project a while back.
Magnet
What does the Magnet Journey mean to you?
A well rounded nurse that is up to date with the new trends in nursing.
Why is it important to work in a hospital that is on the Magnet Journey?
Higher standards.
Do you have any stories from your unit of how Swedish Covenant Hospital nurses created a positive experience for a patient or another employee?
In the ICU, it's our whole positive team working together.
For Fun
What is your favorite patient-care program or service offered at Swedish Covenant Hospital? Why?
Open Heart Program - the CV team and ICU nurses provide care that is beyond standards.
Are you involved in any employee extra-curricular activities (i.e. Intramural sports, Cultural Diversity Days, Meditation, Galter LifeCenter etc.)?
Photography
Is there anywhere on campus you go to relax? Where?
Cafeteria
If you eat at the cafeteria or the GMP cafe, what is the best item on the menu?
Soups
What do you like best about working at Swedish Covenant Hospital?
People are friendly!
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