New LMS Available to Improve Care for Sexual Assault Survivors
The UNC Health Beacon Program and the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner Program have created a new LMS module to help all staff in all departments provide better trauma informed care…
Five-Year Review of UNC Thurston Arthritis Research Center and Director Richard F. Loeser, Jr., MD
An ad hoc committee has been appointed to undertake a routine review of the UNC Thurston Arthritis Research Center and the leadership of Director Richard F. Loeser, Jr., MD, the…
Take a Survey to Aid Your Infection Prevention Teammates
Infection Prevention is conducting a new survey to learn about the challenges UNC Medical Center personnel face regarding staying home when sick, particularly since the emergence of the Omicron variant….
Reminder: Electronic Death Certificates Required Starting May 1
The NC Department of Health and Human Services will require all death certificates to be submitted electronically using the NC Database Application for Vital Events starting May 1.
UNCMC Rapid Response Nurse Feature: Dwayne Bell
The UNC Medical Center’s Adult Rapid Response System recognizes the nurses that ensure rapid response events are successful.
UNCMC Rapid Response Nurse Feature: Jason Farley
The UNC Medical Center’s Adult Rapid Response System recognizes the nurses that ensure rapid response events are successful.
Celebrating Our Diverse Backgrounds this Spring
The spring months are here and they are filled with celebrations that reflect the diverse backgrounds, holidays and traditions important to teammates in our UNC School of Medicine and UNC…
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, School of Medicine, UNC Health, Vital Signs
UNC Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Spring Newsletter is Out
The department’s spring newsletter includes stories on the UNC COVID Recovery Clinic, views from the new Acute Inpatient Rehab center in Hillsborough, and new faculty members and advanced practice providers.
Announcements, Clinical Research, Education, General Medicine, Integrative Medicine, Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Orthopedics, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Services, School of Medicine, UNC Health, Vital Signs, Wellness
Nelson-Bernier Named UNC Health’s Chief Philanthropy Officer
In an extension of her leadership roles, Leslie H. Nelson-Bernier will serve as UNC Health’s Chief Philanthropy Officer. In this new position, she will be responsible for developing and implementing…
UNC Health Names Tammy Scarborough President, Statewide Region
UNC Health has named Tammy Scarborough of Michigan’s Beaumont Health to serve as president of its Statewide Region.
NC InCK Launches New Model to Improve Care and Well-Being of Children Insured by Medicaid in Central NC
A new model led by a partnership among Duke University, UNC Health, and the NC Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) is transforming how to support children’s health and…
Nominate a Super Antimicrobial Steward
Super Steward Awards recognize colleagues’ meaningful contributions to support the appropriate and effective use of antimicrobials at UNC Medical Center.
Announcements, Infection Prevention, Infectious Diseases, Information Technology, Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Pediatrics And Children's Health, School of Medicine, UNC Health, Vital Signs
UNC Medical Center Rapid Response Nurse Feature: Sandi Thomas
The UNC Medical Center’s Adult Rapid Response System recognizes the nurses that ensure rapid response events are successful.
Physicians: Two Ways to Vote For UNC Health Entity Specialties in US News Survey from Doximity
All UNC Health physicians are encouraged to VOTE in the annual “Best Hospitals” survey from Doximity, which helps determine the 2022 – 2023 regional and national hospital and specialty rankings…
Study Finds Providing Telehealth Technology Access May Expand Reach and Benefits
Based on previous research on access to telehealth services for inpatient populations, a new study by Kimberly Shoenbill, MD, PhD, and colleagues considers how access to telehealth services is impacted…
Clinical Research, Family Medicine, Research, UNC Health, Vital Signs
Culture of Patient Safety Survey: March 1 – 31
All UNC Medical Center teammates, physicians and advanced practice providers are invited to participate in the on-line anonymous survey to provide feedback on our Patient Safety Culture. Participation in the survey…
Well-Being Reminders: Take Care of Yourselves
Wellness resources are available to help support you during difficult times. Please check-in with your teammates – we recognize that what is going on in the world may cause additional stress…
From Dr. Burks: Immediate Actions Required By Each Teammate
Organizations across the nation, including in North Carolina, are on high alert as we are seeing an increase in cybersecurity threats. Banks, local governments, and hospitals are common targets.
Announcements, Information Technology, School of Medicine, UNC Health, Vital Signs
De parte del Dr. Burks: Cada compañero de trabajo debe tomar de inmediato las siguientes medidas
Organizaciones en todo el país, inclusive en Carolina del Norte están en alto estado de alerta conforme vemos un aumento de las amenazas de la seguridad informática. Los bancos, autoridades…
Announcements, Information Technology, School of Medicine, UNC Health
Phishing Alert Update: Do Not Approve Duo Push Alerts If You Did Not Initiate a Login
We are seeing an increasing number of phishing attempts. Be vigilant and follow information security policies.
