In the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), a simple touch between a parent and baby can have such a meaningful significance that it is too wonderful for words. Several months ago our staff in the Doernbecher Neonatal Care Center (DNCC) was asked, “What do you want parents to remember the most about their experience in the NICU, specifically a take away ‘Signature Moment’?” Most answers centered around the moments when parents actually get to touch … Read More
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Posted by: Tamara Hargens-Bradley in Babies, Neonatology/NICU, Nursing, Parenting
On: Monday, February 11, 2013
Tags: breastfeeding covers, Doernbecher Neonatal Care Center, Kangaroo Care, Kangaroo Cover, March of Dimes, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, NICU nursing, Robbie Hennig, signature moments
What is a nurse? Nurses are professionals in the health care field who combine the fine art of caring with scientific skills and knowledge. Allison Franco, R.N., B.S.N., coordinator of the OHSU Doernbecher Pediatric Blood and Marrow Transplantation program, embodies this and much more. Allison is a very skilled and knowledgeable in her role as transplant coordinator. She collaborates with multiple departments and people on a daily basis, including families, patients and outside providers. Her communication skills … Read More
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Posted by: Tamara Hargens-Bradley in Awards, Nursing
On: Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Tags: Allison Franco, Doernbecher Blood and Marrow Transplant, Doernbecher Pediatric Blood and Marrow Transplantation, March of Dimes Nurse of the Year, Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant, pediatric nursing, pediatric oncology, Rae Acosta
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