A new triage tool is now in use in the Maternity Center that is designed to connect our sickest patients with immediate care! Caregivers cut the ribbon on the Maternal Fetal Triage Index, or MFTI, an obstetrical acuity tool developed by the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses. When a patient presents at the Maternity Center, they are registered and then brought to a dedicated MFTI room that is staffed 24/7 by a Registered Nurse. The nurse follows the assessment to determine the level of acuity and the most appropriate care plan. Prior to the installation of MFTI, patients were seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. "According to our preliminary data, from the time a patient registered to the time of the first blood pressure read prior to MFTI took about 22 minutes. After we implemented it, it was down to about 15 minutes. We know in our high-acuity population, minutes are critical in getting care to patients. Seven minutes can be a life for someone. I feel really proud of that," said Danielle Ferguson, RN, Interim Assistant Nurse Manager of 4 East. "This is a multidisciplinary effort," said Dr. Benjamin D. Hamar, Maternity Center Director. "The thing I'm most excited about from a provider standpoint is making sure we can see those acute patients so they don't sit in chairs and wait and it allows us to figure out who needs to go straight through." ??: From left: Teresa Blass, RN, Manager of L&D and Postpartum; Benjamin Hamar, MD, Maternity Center Director; Irene Weeks, MSN, RN, Sr. Director, Women & Neonatal Services; Danielle Ferguson, RN, Interim Assistant Nurse Manager of 4 East; Michelle O'Rourke DNP, RN, CCRN-K, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer; Maria Narducci, MD, Medical Director for OB Traige/Postpartum
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The flagship member of the UMass Memorial Health system, UMass Memorial Medical Center is the trusted academic medical center of central Massachusetts and the clinical partner of the UMass Chen Medical School. With over 800 beds (including bassinets) and 7,500 caregivers, UMass Memorial Medical Center is dedicated to ensuring the health and wellbeing of our communities across Central Massachusetts. From delivering around the clock lifesaving care to persevering through a pandemic, our commitment to our communities never wanes. We use knowledge and innovation to deliver breakthrough medicine. To make life better for those we serve. We stand for quality, compassion, dignity, opportunity, and fairness. And we are relentless in our pursuit of healing. UMass Memorial Medical Center includes three campuses located in Worcester, MA: ? Hahnemann Campus ? Memorial Campus ? University Campus With the latest medical technology and support services, we are the tertiary care referral center for central and western Massachusetts. In addition to being the premier source of academic and clinical excellence in primary care, our care teams feature highly trained specialists who are nationally acclaimed for their expertise and leadership in areas such as: ? Cardiovascular care ? Neurosciences, including the region’s only Joint Commission accredited comprehensive stroke center ? Orthopedics ? Hematology/oncology ? Liver and kidney transplantation ? Children’s services, as part of the region’s only Children’s Medical Center ? Women’s services ? Pediatric newborn medicine and the region’s only level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit ? Trauma/emergency medicine and the region’s only designated level I trauma center ? Life Flight, New England’s first hospital-based air ambulance Comprehensive, Award Winning Care in Central Massachusetts
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It's heartwarming to see caregivers come together and share moments of comradery and gratitude. The catchy saying "Teamwork makes the dream work" really rings true for these hard workers on our University Campus, especially at the end of a lengthy, yet gratifying, work stretch. Tag your team in the comments to show them how much they mean to you! #Teamwork #WorkFamily ??: Jonathan Min, UMass Memorial Medical Center Hospitalist
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When it comes to their commitment to patient safety, our UMass Memorial Medical Center caregivers never stop reaching for the stars. As National Patient Safety Awareness Week comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to each and every caregiver bringing their all each day to their roles by showing our patients that their safety is our #1 priority. This was a fun week filled with incredible activities and community events — and we hope you have all felt the love, togetherness and appreciation!
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Celebrate Patient Safety Awareness Week with UMass Memorial Medical Center president, Justin Precourt.
Patient Safety Awareness Week at the Medical Center gives us time to celebrate some incredible strides in patient quality and safety our teams have made. This week, it was inspiring to see so many caregivers take part in Safety Expos, Center for Quality and Safety Grand Rounds featuring Allen Kachalia, interactive games and much more. Let’s celebrate our achievements and continue setting our sights on the highest standards. #NationalPatientSafetyAwarenessWeek
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Acknowledging that trauma affects children is not a new concept, but the way pediatricians address it is evolving, according to Dr. Heather Forkey of UMass Memorial Children's Medical Center. Dr. Forkey, who has been named a?co-medical director of the?American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Center for Relational Health and Trauma-Informed Care, speaks about trauma-informed care and how the new AAP National Center will empower pediatricians to “promote safe, stable and nurturing relationships, recognize and treat trauma, and provide guidance and support to help children and families thrive." Learn more:?https://bit.ly/41NgO24
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Meet Mary Franco, Crisis Intervention Specialist at UMass Memorial Medical Center. "I initially thought I?wanted?to be a nurse, but when working as a nurse’s aide in?high?school,?I realized that I enjoyed developing?relationships?with the patients and helping them cope with their illness. ?My mother was a social worker, which?inspired me to pursue that field, and we continued the legacy with my oldest daughter becoming a social worker as well. My?favorite part of my job is?having a positive impact on our patients. ?When collaborating with the outstanding medical professionals here at UMass Memorial,?I?have?the opportunity to?help individuals and families?access resources and?cope?with?the?psychosocial?and?emotional??effects of?medical and psychiatric illnesses.?There is nothing more satisfying than connecting with patients and knowing that you made a difference in their lives at such a critical time. ?We at UMASS take pride in patient care and it is reflected in my?work here?every day. Connecting with patients and making a positive impact on their lives is the reason?I enjoy working at?UMass Memorial Health.?I enjoy collaborating with the finest nurses, doctors, medical and mental health professionals in the state?to?provide?the?best patient care. When I am not?working,?I can?be?seen spending time with my?family. I am blessed with?six?adult?children?and now seven grandchildren, along with my husband of 40-plus years. I enjoy exercising, both at the Greendale YMCA, bike riding, and crocheting." This Social Work Month, we thank you, Mary, for everything you do every day. #SocialWorkMonth #MyUMassMemorialMark
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Yesterday, we proudly held our first Center for Quality and Safety Awards Recognition event! We had the pleasure of celebrating our caregivers' remarkable contributions to UMass Memorial Medical Center's culture of safety. Congratulations?to our 2025 Josie King Hero award winner Brittany Hill, NP, who was honored for her exceptional patient care in the oncology infusion center for her unwavering commitment to patient safety including making significant improvements in patient triage practices and updates to protocols. Additionally, our amazing Safety Star and Safety All Stars were recognized!
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Senior Quality, Safety, and Regulatory Project Manager, CPHQ at UMass Memorial Medical Center
Happy National Patient Safety Awareness Week! This week, I’d like to take a moment to recognize all of the great work being done at UMass Memorial Medical Center to provide the safest care to our patients. While we celebrate our accomplishments this week, we also use this week to inspire action toward continued improvement in the healthcare industry overall. I am grateful to be able to work everyday in the Center for Quality and Safety to further the mission of providing the best quality of care at our organization!
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At UMass Memorial Medical Center, patient and caregiver safety is not just a priority—it’s a core value. Working in an organization that continuously strives for excellence in safety means being part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and proactive problem-solving. Whether through process improvement initiatives, robust reporting systems, or fostering a just culture, the commitment to safety is evident in every aspect of care delivery. Being part of an institution that prioritizes safety empowers caregivers to provide the best possible care, knowing they have the resources, leadership support, and teamwork needed to make a meaningful impact. National Patient Safety Week is a powerful reminder of why we do what we do—to create an environment where patients receive exceptional care and caregivers feel supported and protected in their vital roles. Happy Patient Safety Week! UMass Memorial Medical Center
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Get to know Lauren Murphy, who will be running the Boston Marathon as part of UMass Memorial's Deployable Medical Team. Lauren is a Nurse Practitioner in Cardiology & Anticoag and is looking forward to her 3rd?marathon in 6 months! Having volunteered at the UMass Mile 10 Medical Tent, she is excited to be running past those staffing it this year including her husband Brian, a Worcester EMS Paramedic and Road-to-Care Outreach Specialist. The fundraising for this cause directly impacts her husband’s ability to do his job and take care of the community. (A quick tent-side smooch is planned). “I’m a Cardiology Nurse Practitioner and 2x marathon finisher with no realistic expectations of ever officially qualifying for the Boston Marathon!?I am thrilled to run this historic course on behalf of an amazing community organization – the UMass Memorial Deployable Medical Team!” Support Lauren:?https://lnkd.in/eTfmXD3P
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