Message from the Chief Nursing Officer
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is proud to be among the 7 percent of hospitals in the nation that have been recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program® from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This distinction has been earned four consecutive times by our nursing team for quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in professional nursing practice.
As our nursing vision articulates, “our actions are directed to the ultimate good of the patient.” This is best realized in our patient outcomes, professional activities, and comprehensive awards and recognitions. Outstanding patient safety and patient care have become the hallmarks of nursing at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Every day each nurse focuses the care she or he provides on helping our patients achieve their optimal outcomes. Individualized care is prioritized and delivered with warmth and compassion.
At Englewood Hospital and Medical Center we believe that nursing is an ever-evolving profession and that as caregivers, it is our duty to change and advance along with the profession and with healthcare. Taking charge of one’s professional growth enhances self-worth and self-esteem and empowers us to control our own destiny.
If you are a nurse interested in being part of our nursing team, I encourage you to read on to learn more about our nursing philosophy, practice environment, and opportunities.
Mary Ann Donohue-Ryan, PhD, RN, APN, NEA-BC
Vice President, Patient Care Services
Chief Nursing Officer
Message from the Chief Nursing Officer
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center is proud to be among the 7 percent of hospitals in the nation that have been recognized by the Magnet Recognition Program® from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. This distinction has been earned four consecutive times by our nursing team for quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in professional nursing practice.
As our nursing vision articulates, “our actions are directed to the ultimate good of the patient.” This is best realized in our patient outcomes, professional activities, and comprehensive awards and recognitions. Outstanding patient safety and patient care have become the hallmarks of nursing at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Every day each nurse focuses the care she or he provides on helping our patients achieve their optimal outcomes. Individualized care is prioritized and delivered with warmth and compassion.
At Englewood Hospital and Medical Center we believe that nursing is an ever-evolving profession and that as caregivers, it is our duty to change and advance along with the profession and with healthcare. Taking charge of one’s professional growth enhances self-worth and self-esteem and empowers us to control our own destiny.
If you are a nurse interested in being part of our nursing team, I encourage you to read on to learn more about our nursing philosophy, practice environment, and opportunities.
Mary Ann Donohue-Ryan, PhD, RN, APN, NEA-BC
Vice President, Patient Care Services
Chief Nursing Officer
Our Vision and Philosophy
Our nursing vision is be a provider of family-centered care in an innovative, therapeutic, and safe environment where actions are directed to the ultimate good of the patient.
The nursing philosophy incorporates ideas from Jean Watson’s theory of caring. Caring is central to nursing at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Our nurses accept the patients and families for who they are now and what they may become. Effective caring promotes health in our patients and families, who are our principal focus and concern. Our practice of caring in nursing integrates biophysical knowledge and an awareness of human behavior that promotes increased well-being for those who have not yet achieved optimum wellness. The nurturing behaviors provide comfort and therapy, and foster personal development in the presence of illness or disease. Nurses provide a caring environment for patients and their families, allowing for the best course of action at any given time. Nursing care is provided in an interpersonal relationship process of nurse-with-patient, nurse-with-family and nurse-with-group. Our practice of caring at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center emphasizes humanistic values in the treatment of the patient and our relationships among all staff and community.
Our Vision and Philosophy
Our nursing vision is be a provider of family-centered care in an innovative, therapeutic, and safe environment where actions are directed to the ultimate good of the patient.
The nursing philosophy incorporates ideas from Jean Watson’s theory of caring. Caring is central to nursing at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center. Our nurses accept the patients and families for who they are now and what they may become. Effective caring promotes health in our patients and families, who are our principal focus and concern. Our practice of caring in nursing integrates biophysical knowledge and an awareness of human behavior that promotes increased well-being for those who have not yet achieved optimum wellness. The nurturing behaviors provide comfort and therapy, and foster personal development in the presence of illness or disease. Nurses provide a caring environment for patients and their families, allowing for the best course of action at any given time. Nursing care is provided in an interpersonal relationship process of nurse-with-patient, nurse-with-family and nurse-with-group. Our practice of caring at Englewood Hospital and Medical Center emphasizes humanistic values in the treatment of the patient and our relationships among all staff and community.
Professional Practice Model
Our professional practice model (PPM) is the nursing structure used to deliver care. It was established by our nurses to meet the challenges of healthcare and the needs of our patients and families while optimizing the RN’s role. The model’s goals are to improve quality patient care and safety; drive autonomy, accountability and performance transparency; encourage lifelong learning; and increase job satisfaction and engagement. Its standards are based on theory and current research. The PPM supports shared decision making, decentralization and the medical center’s vision. It comprises five interdependent components: Patient Care Management, Nursing Practice, Collaborative Practice, Community Outreach, and Leadership. Central to the spirit and implementation of the PPM are various methods for evaluation, including ongoing monitoring, rapid cycle change initiatives, staff and management feedback, actionable data retrieval, information sharing, performance improvement strategies, and short-and long-term planning. Much of the ongoing responsibility for developing and monitoring activities is placed with our nursing councils.
Professional Practice Model
Our professional practice model (PPM) is the nursing structure used to deliver care. It was established by our nurses to meet the challenges of healthcare and the needs of our patients and families while optimizing the RN’s role. The model’s goals are to improve quality patient care and safety; drive autonomy, accountability and performance transparency; encourage lifelong learning; and increase job satisfaction and engagement. Its standards are based on theory and current research. The PPM supports shared decision making, decentralization and the medical center’s vision. It comprises five interdependent components: Patient Care Management, Nursing Practice, Collaborative Practice, Community Outreach, and Leadership. Central to the spirit and implementation of the PPM are various methods for evaluation, including ongoing monitoring, rapid cycle change initiatives, staff and management feedback, actionable data retrieval, information sharing, performance improvement strategies, and short-and long-term planning. Much of the ongoing responsibility for developing and monitoring activities is placed with our nursing councils.
Education and Professional Development
We are committed to professional career development. In collaboration with several universities, nurses are provided the opportunity to advance their professional nursing career. The programs prepare graduate nurses to become leaders in administration and become qualified practitioners. We currently offer programs with William Paterson University for Englewood Hospital and Medical Center nurses pursuing a master’s degree in nursing administration and a master’s degree in adult nurse practitioner. In collaboration with Fairleigh Dickinson University, registered nurses (RNs) can pursue a bachelor of science in nursing.
Our Center for Nursing Practice is committed to assisting the nursing staff in promoting their professional growth, and in providing evidence-based patient care through continuing education. The Center for Nursing Practice (CNP) supports the goal of the Department of Nursing to expand career development, and create a culture of leadership. Education programs include research, best practices, performance improvement, new technology and equipment, among other topics. Our joint practice clinicians and nurse educators are responsible for assessing the educational needs of the nursing staff; planning, developing and implementing appropriate learning activities; and evaluating the effectiveness of staff learning.
In addition, our Evidence-Based Practice/Research Council serves as a resource to members of the nursing department who wish to pursue research. The council is committed to cultivating an environment of inquiry within the nursing staff that will ultimately influence clinical practice and result in a more informed bedside practitioner.
Education and Professional Development
We are committed to professional career development. In collaboration with several universities, nurses are provided the opportunity to advance their professional nursing career. The programs prepare graduate nurses to become leaders in administration and become qualified practitioners. We currently offer programs with William Paterson University for Englewood Hospital and Medical Center nurses pursuing a master’s degree in nursing administration and a master’s degree in adult nurse practitioner. In collaboration with Fairleigh Dickinson University, registered nurses (RNs) can pursue a bachelor of science in nursing.
Our Center for Nursing Practice is committed to assisting the nursing staff in promoting their professional growth, and in providing evidence-based patient care through continuing education. The Center for Nursing Practice (CNP) supports the goal of the Department of Nursing to expand career development, and create a culture of leadership. Education programs include research, best practices, performance improvement, new technology and equipment, among other topics. Our joint practice clinicians and nurse educators are responsible for assessing the educational needs of the nursing staff; planning, developing and implementing appropriate learning activities; and evaluating the effectiveness of staff learning.
In addition, our Evidence-Based Practice/Research Council serves as a resource to members of the nursing department who wish to pursue research. The council is committed to cultivating an environment of inquiry within the nursing staff that will ultimately influence clinical practice and result in a more informed bedside practitioner.
Nursing DefinedJoin Our Nursing Team
We always welcome qualified candidates who want to join our healthcare team. We offer a variety of opportunities for registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice nurses, patient care associates, unit secretaries, care managers, patient care directors, and other nursing professionals and support staff. Part-time, full-time, and per-diem opportunities may be available. Our nurses practice in such areas as medical/surgical, oncology, labor and delivery and maternity, adult critical care, neonatal critical care, pediatrics, wound, emergency, behavioral health, PACU, and more.
For current job openings, please visit our careers website. You can apply directly through the site.
Join Our Nursing Team
We always welcome qualified candidates who want to join our healthcare team. We offer a variety of opportunities for registered nurses (RNs), advanced practice nurses, patient care associates, unit secretaries, care managers, patient care directors, and other nursing professionals and support staff. Part-time, full-time, and per-diem opportunities may be available. Our nurses practice in such areas as medical/surgical, oncology, labor and delivery and maternity, adult critical care, neonatal critical care, pediatrics, wound, emergency, behavioral health, PACU, and more.
For current job openings, please visit our careers website. You can apply directly through the site.
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For Current EHMC Nurses
Current nursing staff are encouraged to visit to ePortal (intranet) for the latest news, information, and policies.