Post: April 17, 2024
SGMC Health recognized the Berean Campus Emergency Department team at its monthly board meeting. The nursing team was recognized for their exceptional care, collaboration and dedication, especially during busy nights.
Honorees included Sarah Browning, Audrey Bradford, Autumn Sumner, Nikki Meeks, Emily Wilkerson and Tiffany Thompson.
According to the nomination, on this particular evening several patients arrived at the SGMC Health Berrien ER at once. Serena Brady, director of nursing, reached out to four off-duty nurses for additional clinical support. Without hesitation, she replied, “I'm on my way!” “It was great to witness the teamwork, positivity and encouragement the team showed while treating patients suffering from chest pain, gunshot wounds, head trauma and severe abdominal pain,” Brady said. said. Everyone worked together to ensure patient care. ”
SGMC Health President and CEO Ronald E. Dean praised the team, saying they play an important role in providing health care to the region. “Rural hospitals are essential to communities, providing access to emergency care and needed medical services close to home,” Dean said. “This is a shining example of why it is important to support and invest in their sustainability and success. I cannot thank the team enough for their dedication and dedication to serving our patients. .”
The team received a standing ovation from those in attendance.
SGMC Health is completing a $15 million investment in its Berean campus. The new construction installed a new emergency department and main entrance, doubling the square footage of the campus. Scheduled to open to the public this fall, his two-story expansion will feature larger trauma and specialty care patient rooms and enhanced clinical and support space.
In addition to emergency services, SGMC Health Berrien offers inpatient and outpatient medical care, diagnostic imaging including 3D mammography, a 12-bed geriatric psychiatry unit, and a substance abuse center. For more information, please visit sgmc.org.
