The first suspected case of COVID-19 was detected in Tennessee March 5. Within four days, the lab team identified a testing platform, obtained reagents and developed and validated the test. By the end of the first 10 days, more than 3,300 tests had been completed.
“In a time of crisis and uncertainty, the Telehealth team quickly adapted to the changing guidelines and mobilized the organization to establish a robust and effective way to reach and serve our patients in their homes.”
The work group, which calls a mock code twice a month to give team members as much practice as possible, has managed to cut the response time to a code in half, from about 143 seconds to 77 seconds.
“They always go above and beyond to help me with getting approval or redirecting patients. No matter how busy they are, they are willing to stop and help me."
Members of the Undiagnosed Diseases Network (UDN) team: Front row, L-R: Amy K. Robertson, MSN, FNP-BC; Lynette…
"They know the job is more than parking cars."
A combination of "incredible service and safer medication delivery"
“We provide excellence in healthcare, research and education. We treat others as we wish to be treated. We continuously evaluate and improve our performance.”
To help you prepare for your next career adventure within VUMC, the Talent Operations team continues to host internal career events. Now they have moved to Zoom for a virtual experience. VUMC recruiters will be on hand to conduct mock interviews, review your resume and offer coaching to help you land your next dream job within VUMC.
Throughout the next fiscal year, the team has several events scheduled. The first event is set for Tuesday, Sept. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. RSVP to receive a link to the virtual event.
Take time to “chill out” with free ice cream and frozen treats Friday, Sept. 25, during VUMC Chill Out, the annual Employee Celebration event. Click here for locations and times.
Save the Date! Open Enrollment for 2021 benefits begins Oct. 14 and ends at 11:59 p.m. Oct. 30.
MyMaternityHealth is enrolling employees for the maternity bundle program, which features an enhanced medical care and service experience for expectant mothers
with no out-of-pocket costs if enrolled in 2020 or 2021. Click here for more information.
Several local businesses are offering special discounts for health care workers. Click here for a list.
