Recognizing the contribution of our oncology nurses
The exceptional work of oncology nurses was recognized on National Oncology Nursing Day, April 4. Their tremendous contribution has helped earn our CIUSSS recognition…
Karine Lepage
CIUSSS Oncology team wins Quebec cancer prize
Bravo! A team in Oncology has won the Prix de cancérologie 2022 for Belong, the app launched by our CIUSSS this year to support…
Nursing consultant with “heart of gold” wins Award of Excellence for role in cancer care
Renata Benc becomes second JGH recipient in a row to win top award from Quebec Association of Oncology Nurses To understand Renata Benc’s commitment…
A guide through cancer’s journey in the palm of your hand
When Nikita Boston-Fisher was supporting her husband through his cancer treatments at the Jewish General Hospital, she used to haul around a thick folder…
Speaking the language of better care
Nurse Clinician Tiffany Qiu entered a patient’s cubicle recently and found him anxious. He was receiving medication through an intravenous pump and was nervous…
Veteran JGH nurse earns a top prize—and retirement
After three decades in cancer care at the Jewish General Hospital, Chantal Cloutier is celebrating her retirement on a high note: The pioneering nurse…
Combs, toothpaste and dignity: Care kits help elderly patients during their stay at JGH
When an 83-year-old woman was recently admitted to the Jewish General Hospital with a hip fracture, nurses called the woman’s daughter to discuss her…
Wheeling to success: Nursing Team speeds up return of stretchers to Emergency Department
Lean Six Sigma project cuts average return time for stretchers to 22 minutes What could be more irritating for a health professional than looking…