WDH 2020-2021 Nursing Report - Flipbook - Page 7
Pronation therapy is an
intervention used to
improve oxygenation
in patients with severe
respiratory distress
syndrome. In preparation
for critically ill COVID
patients, education was
provided, and simulations
were conducted to
ensure staff competence.
“I had never had surgery before or had to spend the night
in the hospital. I was brought to tears in the emergency
room when I found out that I would have to do both and
that because of COVID-19 protocols, I would have to do
it alone. I felt very alone and scared, that is until I met my
amazing nurse Niomi.”
– 3G Surgical Patient
Peggy Gagne, MSN, RN, Employee Vaccine
Clinic Manager administers a booster shot to
Susan Von Hemert, MSN, RN.
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