“What’s one thing you’re most proud of that VNSNY has accomplished?”—Part Two!

March 18, 2019–This is the second installment of “Ask VNSNY”—a new video series in which VNSNY staff members share their thoughts on a wide range of subjects, including work-related interests, personal topics, and trending ideas in health care. In this episode, series host Amery Moultry asks a new group of VNSNY employees the same question—brought back by popular demand—that he posed in the previous installment: “What is one thing you are most proud of that VNSNY has accomplished?” To hear what they said, click on the link below! To see other Roving Reporter articles or “Ask VNSNY” episodes, click here.

“What’s one thing you’re most proud of that VNSNY has accomplished?”

February 23, 2019–“Ask VNSNY” is a new video series in which VNSNY staff members share their thoughts on a wide range of subjects—including work-related interests, personal topics, and ideas in health care. What’s on your colleagues’ minds? Click on the link below to find out! In this episode, series creator Amery Moultry, Director of Enterprise Communications, asks employees: “What is one thing you are most proud of that VNSNY has accomplished?” To see other Roving Reporter articles or “Ask VNSNY” episodes, click here.

“Why are you getting your flu shot today?”

November 30, 2018–Tameka McCabe, Clinical Field Manager, Manhattan “A flu shot is the most important thing you can do to protect yourself, your patients and your colleagues! Flu shot or mask up!!” Kaiser Mojica, Professional Nurse, Manhattan “I don’t want to have to wear a mask with patients, plus it keeps me from getting sick. Overall, it’s just plain better to help develop an immunity against the virus.” Orlando Tsang, CHOICE Partnership Account Manager “Everyone who works at VNSNY is a health care pioneer and needs to do the right thing by protecting our patients. As healthcare practitioners, we should be good role models for the community.” Wilma Hilton and Thandi Dickenson, Public Health Nurses, Manhattan “VNSNY makes it so easy to get your flu shot. It only takes a few minutes!” Tatyana Feldman, Quality Improvement Manager “The main reason I get a flu shot is to protect

What is the most interesting thing that’s happened to you as a summer intern?

July 26, 2018–Joe Liggio Enterprise Communications — 1250 Broadway, Manhattan From: Suffern, NY (2nd summer at VNSNY) “For the past two summers, I’ve been an intern for Enterprise Communications. Last year, I was able to assist in the production of the VNSNY 125th anniversary calendar, which was a lot of fun. I would help coordinate a photo shoots at historic sites throughout New York City, and then accompany Richard Rothstein in the field as he took the pictures, sometimes as early as five o’clock in the morning. I got the opportunity to see some pretty amazing places and learned a lot about the history of the New York, as well as VNSNY’s ties to it. This year, I had direct involvement in the planning and organization of VNSNY’s participation in the NYC PRIDE March. Things got hectic at times, but I really improved my ability to multitask. It was very satisfying once

Social Workers: What Is the Most Rewarding (and Challenging) Part of Your Job?

March 21, 2018–Dennis Cochran, Social Worker, Manager, CMHS Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Program “The most rewarding parts of my job are the relationships we have with clients, and also working together as a team. Because of the nature of what we do, we have to work together as a team every day. Working as a team is also the most challenging part of the job, because we all have our own individual styles. It’s like all relationships—you have to keep working at it.” Stephanie Friedman, Social Worker, Clinical Utilization Manager, Population Health “The most rewarding part of my job is feeling like I’ve enriched patients’ lives with information that they didn’t know was available, and that helps them enhance their lives in some small way. The most challenging part of my job is feeling eager to help someone who isn’t quite ready for change right now.” Dani L. Calderon, Hospice Social Worker “The

What inspired you to give to VNSNY’s “Strength from Within” Employee Giving Campaign?

January 24, 2018–Kimberly Colorito, Provider and Corporate Compliance Specialist “I work for VNSNY because I believe in our mission. I feel like my small contribution brings us one step closer to fulfilling our mission and helping those in need.” Dana Edwards, Associate Director, Partners in Care Private Pay Service “I was inspired to give because of the Maternity, Newborn, Pediatrics program. I look at it this way: In each person’s life, there will be a point where we need someone’s help to make it through. In the case of a newborn, they are totally dependent on others. I imagine a little hand reaching towards me, and I think, ‘How can I not take it?’” Debbie Sorace, Manager, Marketing “I contributed simply because I believe in VNSNY’s mission and the fundamentals upon which the organization was founded—to care for those at most risk.” Teresa Lin, Director, Cultural Marketing Development Initiatives “Being

Frontline asked: What motivates you to get the flu shot?

October 23, 2017–Carmen Serrano, Public Health Nurse, Home Care – Bronx “I see many sick patients in my job, so I don’t want to get sick myself. I’m 69 years old and still going strong. Basically, I just want to stay healthy!” Jennifer Chambers, MNP Nurse, Home Care – Bronx “As you age, your immune system defenses tend to go down. I want to be able to be out there serving our patients, which is why I get the flu shot each year.” Yik-Ming Yam, Physical Therapist, Home Care – Queens “First of all, it’s free. Second, it protects me from getting sick. And third, it’s convenient to get the flu shot right in our office.” Denise Cameron, Occupational Therapist, Home Care – Queens “I get the flu shot because it’s required. In the past I never got one, but now I do because I don’t want my patients to see me in a mask. Even

Frontline asked: What works best when communicating with patients / members / clients?

August 29, 2017–Billy Campbell Physical Therapist Home Care – Manhattan “In order to communicate well with patients, I make sure I look presentable, show up on time, and give my full attention. I listen to what the patient is saying regarding what they are having difficulty with and then discuss ways to meet their needs. This builds good rapport and leads to a positive patient-clinician relationship.” Trys Ransome Quality Assurance Specialist VNSNY CHOICE “I have found that when a member knows you are listening, empathizing and understand their concerns, they are more open to the solutions you present to them. Our members want to know there is someone on the other end of the line willing to listen and help them to the best of their abilities.” Arna Brammer Interdisciplinary Care Team Leader Home Care – Bronx “In my experience, the most important aspect of communication is listening. Our patients and caregivers

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