St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, Inc.

Check out this behind-the-scenes sneak peek of our latest videos with our incredible non-profit cancer foundation partners, Lili GC Foundation and Gina Quesenberry Foundation! We're diving into the impactful work they do with the support of St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. Stay tuned for more updates!

Happy National Wear Red Day! Today, we’re putting on our red to join forces in the fight against heart disease and remind everyone how vital heart health is. Let’s have some fun sparking conversations, sharing helpful tips, and promoting wellness for healthier hearts. Remember, every little step we take together can make a big difference! #GoRedforWomen, #HeartMonth #HeartHealth

Join us in congratulating Yzabella, a registered nurse in the ICU at St. Joe's. Yzabella was recently honored with the prestigious DAISY Award for her exemplary service in nursing. This award recognizes nurses who demonstrate exceptional dedication, compassion, and professionalism. Yzabella has shown a remarkable commitment to providing comfort and care to her patients during some of their most difficult times. Her colleagues and patients' families highly regard her for her ability to remain calm under pressure, offer reassurance, and attend to every detail with empathy. In her nomination for the award, a patient noted that "she is a credit to the nursing profession and truly aligned with her life purpose...caring for others." The DAISY Award is part of an international program that celebrates the extraordinary clinical skills and compassionate care nurses provide daily. Yzabella's recognition underscores her unwavering dedication to her patients and their families. #DaisyAward #ExceptionalCare #ThatsWhyWereHere

We're excited to announce that Sean West, BSN, RN, an ICU nurse at St. Joe's, has been honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses! This award is a beautiful acknowledgment of the extraordinary compassion and skill nurses like Sean exhibit in caring for patients and families. Sean's nomination came from a grateful family member of a patient who experienced his exceptional support during a challenging time. They shared, "Sean was compassionate and understanding. He made us feel like we were not alone. He helped us to know that our son would be okay and that we were all in good hands. He will remain in our hearts and minds for the rest of our lives." This testimony truly captures the profound impact that a dedicated nurse can have on the lives of patients and their loved ones. The DAISY Award is part of the DAISY Foundation's mission to celebrate the remarkable efforts of nurses every day and recognize their essential role in healing and support. Congratulations, Sean! Your kindness and dedication make a profound difference to those you care for. #DaisyAward #ExceptionalCare #ThatsWhyWereHere

Congratulations to Natalie Olson, PharmD, from St. Joseph Regional Medical Center, on passing the Oncology Pharmacy Boards. She is now certified as a Board-Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP). As a licensed pharmacist specializing in designing, administering, monitoring, and adjusting chemotherapy for cancer patients, Natalie Olson's certification underscores her commitment to optimizing treatment outcomes for individuals battling cancer. The title of Board-Certified Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP) signifies that a pharmacist possesses the necessary knowledge and skills to provide high-quality care in oncology. Notably, only 19 BCOPs are currently practicing in the state of Idaho, highlighting the significance of this accomplishment, especially on the first time taking the test! St. Joseph Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer care through a multidisciplinary approach. The center offers collaboration among various cancer specialists and utilizes the latest innovative treatments alongside state-of-the-art equipment. Its comprehensive cancer program encompasses medical oncology, surgical oncology, and radiation oncology. For more information about the services offered, please visit sjrmc.org/cancer. Pictured left to right, Scott Milner PharmD and Natalie Olson, PharmD.

It's a girl! Alana Lorraine Hassett was born at 12:08 a.m. on January 2, 2025, to parents LeNae and Taylor Hassett of Clarkston, Washington. Alana, who joins an older sister at home, weighed 6 pounds, 6 ounces and measured 19 inches long. Andrea Hedrick, MSN, CNM, delivered baby Alana. "Our team cannot imagine a better way to ring in the new year than by helping families like LeNae and Taylor welcome their precious newborn, Alana, into the world," said Rori Santana, RN, MSN, RNC, Director of Women's and Children's Services at St. Joseph Regional Medical Center. "We are grateful to all the mothers, fathers, and families who allow our team of providers and nurses here at St. Joseph's to participate in these significant and memorable life events of childbirth." What a joyful way to kick off the New Year! Learn more about our award-winning maternity care at sjrmc.org/maternity. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gmaQepSg.

Exciting news! U.S. News & World Report has honored St. Joseph Regional Medical Center as a 2025 Best Hospital for Maternity Care and has earned the title of Maternity Care Access Hospital! This recognition highlights our commitment to providing exceptional care for mothers and newborns. Congratulations to our Family Beginnings providers and staff for the quality work they do every day to care for moms and their babies. Read more at https://bit.ly/3OSYwq0.

St. Joseph Regional Medical Center proudly shares its Community Benefit Report each year, showcasing our meaningful contributions to the Lewis-Clark Valley and surrounding areas. This report illuminates the diverse initiatives St. Joe's undertakes to uplift the health and well-being of our community, reflecting our steadfast dedication to local health. This endeavor has grown increasingly vital in recent times. In 2023, our economic impact on the community reached an impressive total of over 25 million dollars! Discover the report at https://lnkd.in/gyDdEEr9. #GivingBack

We are excited to announce that we have earned an “A” for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group! We’re incredibly proud to be recognized with this top rating for our extraordinary team’s commitment to quality and safety. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Cz1lKk

St. Joseph's, in collaboration with our healthcare partners, Grittman Medical Center, Catalyst Medical Group, Pullman Regional Hospital, and Tristate Health, recently convened over 50 providers from the quad-cities for an evening of networking and professional engagement. The gathering provided a platform for local providers to cultivate inter-professional relationships, collaborate, and engage with peers from diverse medical specialties and practice environments. Thank you to the providers who attended; we look forward to growing this event.