Cook Children's Health Care System

We are thrilled to announce that Cook Children's has once again been recognized as a top employer on the national level: This time it is as one of the 2024 Healthiest Employers of Texas! Our commitment to a healthy and happy workforce is reflected in initiatives aimed at reducing stress and supporting well-being, fostering a culture of belonging, and encouraging empathy. Through offerings like CareATC for free or low-cost primary care services that are near our campuses, to other comprehensive benefits like mental health counseling and EAP, tuition reimbursement, and the Healthy Me Wellness Program, we strive to ensure our employees feel supported both on and off the job. Thank you to our supportive leadership and every team member for making Cook Children's a great place to work! Learn More: https://lnkd.in/gW_a9UBe

Happy 15! Thanks for all you do for Cook Children's Health Care System!! https://lnkd.in/g_SR-tHP

Newsweek has named Cook Children's one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024. We're introducing you to some of the women who make Cook Children's such an amazing place. Meet Kaysey Pollan, MBA, CHSP, Director of Environmental Safety and Emergency Management    Newsweek has named Cook Children's one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024. We're introducing you to some of the women who make Cook Children's such an amazing place. If there is one thing Kaysey Pollan knows, it’s how to weather a storm. As the Director of Environmental Safety and Emergency Management at Cook Children’s, her phone is the first to ring when disaster strikes. Since 2008, she’s coordinated the emergency response operations of various municipalities and health care organizations. She joined Cook Children’s in 2013 as the Emergency Management Coordinator and rose through the ranks to a leadership role in 2017. Then came the emergency response of all emergency responses — the COVID-19 pandemic. “The pandemic was definitely the biggest challenge of my career,” Kaysey said. “The word ‘unprecedented’ was used often during that time, but it truly was unlike anything we have ever faced before. There were so many unknowns and worries for our staff, families and patients. I never thought we would face a multi-year disaster, but I am so proud of the resiliency the organization and our staff displayed. We rose to the challenge, and there were a lot, and we were able to never waiver from our Promise.” When Kaysey isn’t leading and guiding Cook Children’s through an internal or external disaster, she’s planning and preparing for one. It takes a lot of collaboration between local fire, police and emergency medical services, as well as other area hospitals and, of course, all of Cook Children’s departments. Read More: https://shorturl.at/VRM65

A special message to our Cook Children's IT team members: We know you are all incredibly busy and have been working since the early morning hours, but we want to let our Information Services team know we appreciate all you are doing for us, our patients and their families. We see you and we value you the incredible work that has gone into troubleshooting, rebooting and stabilizing systems during this global technology outage. “Our IT leaders and staff have been phenomenal,” said Veronica Tolley, Vice President of Primary and Specialty Services. “They moved through so quickly and leadership communication was early and thorough. They were truly superheroes … and avoided a total fiasco.” You all have lived our values. Since 1 a.m. Friday morning, you all have collaborated and shown incredible generosity to those of us calling, emailing and asking for help. You have given us your time and your talent. Please know you have our respect, and we hope that everyone is showing you the kindness you deserve at this stressful and challenging time. Your imagination allows us to connect and provide the safety that our families and employees expect. You have helped us keep our Promise to the community and we thank you so much!

Patient care at Cook Children’s Health Care System is not being impacted by the global technology issues. Our IT teams have been working throughout the night responding to this incident. The bulk of our response has been troubleshooting technology, rebooting computers, and stabilizing systems. We have emergency IT response teams on-site across the system and we are doing everything possible to ensure there is no interruption to patient care nor delays or inconveniences to families. All appointments remain as scheduled. We stand by our promise to do everything for the child.

Join Our Cook Children’s July Hiring Event!  Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Cook Children’s Health Care System in Texas is hosting a virtual hiring event, and we’d love to connect with you! 3-7 p.m. CDT July 24 Why Attend? ·        Speak directly with our recruiters. ·        Learn about exciting opportunities across multiple locations. ·        Discover the benefits of joining our team. ·        Get insights into our hiring process. Roles We’re Highlighting: Whether you’re patient-facing or prefer non-patient-facing roles, we have something for you! Explore positions in Fort Worth and Prosper, TX. About Cook Children’s: At Cook Children’s, we believe every child’s life is sacred. Our not-for-profit organization combines compassionate care with cutting-edge technology to provide exceptional services. From our medical center to home health, surgery centers, and more, we’re committed to improving well-being. Join us on July 24! Let’s make a difference together. #CookChildrens #HealthcareJobs #TexasJobs https://lnkd.in/gCdcrdA8

Nurses, get ready to celebrate your amazing work and level up your pediatric nursing skills at our Second Annual Nursing Excellence Conference. This event is all about YOU: the incredible nurses who make a world of difference for the smallest patients. We'll be diving deep into the latest best practices, equipping you with cutting-edge knowledge and tools to take your expertise to the next level. But it's not just about learning! This conference is a fantastic chance to connect with your fellow pediatric nursing pros. Build new friendships, share experiences, and create a powerful network of support. Join us for an enriching experience that will inspire you, educate you, and strengthen the bond you share with others in this field. Registration is open now: https://lnkd.in/gxrPazZ9 #Nursing #PediatricNursing #ProfessionalDevelopment #Networking 

We’re proud to announce our inclusion in Newsweek’s prestigious list of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2024. The honor once again recognizes Cook Children’s as a top employer on the national level! “Being named one of the best workplaces in America by Newsweek is an incredible honor and a testament to the unwavering dedication of our remarkable team at Cook Children’s,” said Rick W. Merrill, President and CEO of Cook Children’s Health Care System. “Our employees are the heart and soul of this organization, and their compassion, resilience, and commitment to our Promise inspire me every day.” Read more here: https://lnkd.in/grxBk_wq #WeAreCookChildrens #GreatestWorkplaces2024

We're excited to share Cook Children's is featured in the new PBS series called Confluence, featuring our very own Head of Neurosciences, M. Scott Perry, M.D.! This innovative series explores the fascinating connection between art, science, and creativity. The first episode, now streaming on PBS.org, dives into the work we're doing with Spikelangelo, the painting robot that helps children with epilepsy heal and recover through artistic expression. Tune in to see the power of art and science coming together to make a difference in the lives of our patients!

Vivian Ho is a pharmacy student from Garland, Texas who recently completed an internship at Cook Children’s Medical Center – Fort Worth. After her pharmacy internship ended, she decided to stay at Cook Children’s for the ASHP-accredited pharmacy residency program. Read Vivian’s interview below to learn more about why she chose to stay. Q: Why are you staying at Cook Children’s for the pharmacy residency program? A: At Cook Children’s, I am able to witness the pharmacy team practicing at the top of their license. I’m inspired by the team’s work and have consistently seen progression and growth, not just within the pharmacy department alone, but the entire Cook Children’s Health Care System as a whole. I am staying because I know there is so much more for me to learn and I know I’ll be learning from the best team. Q: What do you hope to learn during your time in the pharmacy residency program? A: I hope to gain a better understanding of the pediatric population and my roles as a pharmacist. My goal is to build stronger confidence in myself and my knowledge and leave the program with more curiosity so that I can continue learning in my pharmacy career. Q: What advice would you give to someone considering joining the pharmacy internship program at Cook Children’s? A: The Cook Children’s pharmacy internship program is one of the best programs I have gotten to be a part of. The entire pharmacy team provides many opportunities for all interns throughout the year. Students can work one-on-one with clinical pharmacists in units such as the ICU, emergency department, outpatient clinics and many more. Without this experience I would not have been given such opportunities in my career thus far. To learn more about the Cook Children’s pharmacy residency and internship programs, click here: https://lnkd.in/g_rWUwSv.