7W Celebrating True Collaboration
Heart Failure 30-day readmission rates are below national benchmark. Over the past year, 7W staff has implemented nurse-driven processes to improve the care of the heart failure patients. Specific examples include- ReDS vest readings upon admission and prior to discharge, meds2beds, early mobility,dietary modification regarding fluids on meal trays, standing weights each day, utilization of GetWell videos for health and medication teaching and much more....
A special THANK YOU to all the Providers especially Dr. Penkulinti and Dr. Pauley, Case Manager-Christy Bowles, Nurse Navigator- Angela Stultz, Care Coordinator- Karen Lugar, Nate Jones, Halle Mercogliano & Sumanth Raja. The support from these amazing people and dedication from the 7W staff contribute to the national benchmark success!!