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Meet Andrea Lindley, 2020 Celebrate Caring honoree

Monday, 28 September 2020 by Britni Zahodnick

Now more than ever, Independence Blue Cross recognizes the invaluable role that nurses play in caring for our families and communities. To show our appreciation, we are honoring outstanding nurses in our region through the second annual Celebrate Caring campaign. As part of the campaign, we’re highlighting how our winners and honorees are making a difference in the community through compassion and superior care....

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Answering the Call

Tuesday, 08 September 2020 by Nicole Gold & Dr. Reetika Kumar

A young woman looks thoughtfully at a laptop computer

Without a doubt, 2020 has been — and continues to be — a really challenging year for all of us. Communities everywhere are struggling, and organizations of all kinds need support. But what can we do to help, while also minimizing the spread of COVID-19? At Independence Blue Cross (Independence), we truly believe in giving back....

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Meet Laetitia Simeral, 2020 Celebrate Caring Honoree

Wednesday, 19 August 2020 by Ruth Stoolman

Laetitia Simeral, standing in front of a bookcase

Now more than ever, Independence Blue Cross recognizes the invaluable role that nurses play in caring for our families and communities. To show our appreciation, we are honoring outstanding nurses in our region through the second annual Celebrate Caring campaign. As part of the campaign, we’re highlighting how our winners and honorees are making a difference in the community through compassion and superior care....

Published in Nursing, Well-being

The New Era of Working from Home

Monday, 17 August 2020 by Bob Toner

I’ve always been an advocate for a healthy work-life balance. I thought my team could work from home for a day or two a week. That said, I never thought we would be able to work from home full-time. What can I say? I’m a bit old school that way. However, now that I am working from home full time due to the COVID-19 pandemic,...

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Meet Michaela Corcoran, 2020 Celebrate Caring Honoree

Wednesday, 12 August 2020 by Britni Zahodnick

For Michaela Corcoran, being a nurse is more than just taking care of her patient’s medical needs, it’s about bringing laughter and hope to the children in her care.

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2020 Celebrate Caring Winner Andrea Kirsch: Compassion When It Counts

Tuesday, 11 August 2020 by Britni Zahodnick

As an ob/gyn nurse, Andrea Kirsch helps many patients through pregnancy. When one patient faced a difficult situation, Andrea was there to get her through it.

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Meet Dominica Leisey, 2020 Celebrate Caring Honoree

Friday, 17 July 2020 by Veronica Serrano

As a nursing leader on the frontlines of COVID-19, Dominica Leisey leads with calm and compassion to ensure positive outcomes for both nurses and patients.

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2020 Celebrate Caring Winner Stacey Lang: Leaving a Lasting Impact

Friday, 12 June 2020 by Britni Zahodnick

As an oncology nurse, Stacey Lang builds relationships with her patients to help them through difficult times.

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Meet Laura Smith, 2020 Celebrate Caring Honoree

Friday, 12 June 2020 by Veronica Serrano

For Laura Smith, nursing was a calling. For the past ten years, she’s answered the call by being there for patients during their final years.

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Meet Edward Welsh, 2020 Celebrate Caring Honoree

Monday, 08 June 2020 by Ruth Stoolman

In addition to providing compassionate care, Eddie Welsh is committed to making sure his patients leave the hospital with dignity.

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