Harborview Medical Center

Congratulations to Tara Lerew, recipient of the first ever DAISY Nurse Leader Award at Harborview! Tara is a true representation of a leader. She actively engages on the floor, contributing to all aspects of patient care, and has even taken on the role of a PCT to gain a deeper understanding of the team’s workflow. Her commitment to supporting and advancing unit initiatives is clear in everything she does. She always makes time for open discussions, offering guidance and support to help her team grow. Tara genuinely cares for her staff, and her door is always open. This recognition is well-deserved! 📸: Tara Lerew, MSN, RN, NE-BC and 8E team

Our patient safety team is proud to recognize Angelica Jallorina, RN as a Safety Net Superstar for her outstanding commitment to patient safety. Angelica 's dedication and exemplary practices are a testament to our shared mission of ensuring a reliable and robust safety culture at Harborview. 📸: Angelica Jallorina, RN and the 2EH Nursing Team

Celebrating Amanda Potter, recipient of the ROSE Award! The ROSE Award honors Harborview staff members who have shown excellence in service, patient care and teamwork. Amanda is passionate about using data to improve service and patient outcomes at Harborview, and it shows in everything she does. Her team appreciates her "can do it!" attitude, and she quickly connects the dots to find the most efficient way to move a project forward. 📸: Amanda Potter, Healthcare Operations Specialist

After years of spreading joy and comfort, our Pet Therapy Partner Palmer is retiring! We’re so grateful for all the love, smiles, and healing moments Palmer and his human Maria have brought to our patients and staff over the years. Thank you, Palmer, for your unwavering dedication and the warmth you’ve shared with so many. Wishing you a well-deserved retirement filled with belly rubs and relaxation! Here’s a look at his retirement party! 🥳 #PetTherapy

Please join us in congratulating Thi Nguyen, our Employee of the Month! Thi brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to everything she does in the OR. Whether its volunteering as a charge nurse at the front desk, interviewing new hires, or serving on multiple committees, Thi is always stepping up. She takes on new projects with enthusiasm and tackles each role with the highest standard of professionalism. Thi is an inspiration to her team and a true leader. Thank you for everything you do, Thi! 📸: Thi Nguyen, RN3-Hands, Burns, Plastics, Operating Room

Congratulations to Katie Gossett, RN for her outstanding contributions to patient safety! Katie was recognized by our patient safety team for a “Good Catch”, or the recognition of a situation that required timely intervention by our staff members to improve the quality of care provided. 📸: Katie Gossett, RN, with OR team

Our patient safety team is proud to recognize May Heng, RN as a Patient Safety Partner for her outstanding commitment to patient safety. May's dedication and exemplary practices are a testament to our shared mission of ensuring a reliable and robust safety culture at Harborview. May Heng, RN, Oral Maxillofacial Surgery, Epilepsy and OTO-Head-Neck Clinics

Celebrating Jeff Meyers, recipient of the ROSE Award! The ROSE Award honors Harborview staff members who have shown excellence in service, patient care and teamwork. Jeff embodies the values of integrity, empathy, and respect in every interaction with patients, families, and colleagues. He demonstrates integrity in his role as a Social Worker in the Emergency department by consistently advocating for the rights and well-being of vulnerable individuals, ensuring they receive equitable access to resources and support services. Jeff's empathetic approach to care fosters trust and understanding, creating a safe space for patients to express their concerns and seek assistance without judgment. Beyond the hospital walls, Jeff's involvement in community outreach initiatives reflects Harborview's dedication to serving the broader community. He actively participates in programs aimed at addressing social determinants of health and promoting health equity among underserved populations. 📸: Jeff Meyers, Social Worker, Emergency Department

Congratulations to Nicolas Dejneka, recipient of the ROSE Award! The ROSE Award honors Harborview staff members who have shown excellence in service, patient care and teamwork. Nicolas consistently demonstrates exceptional dedication to patient care as a Patient Care Coordinator in the Gastroenterology Clinic. He is essential in providing a smooth experience for patients by managing their appointments, ensuring patients have insurance coverage, facilitating access to resources in their preferred language, and access to transportation. Nicolas also puts great effort into coming up with new ideas to better his team’s workflows and brainstorms new ways to make care more accessible to patients with limited resources. 📸: Nicolas Dejneka, 8MB, Patient Care Coordinator, Gastroenterology

Join us in celebrating Jean-Jacques Kayembe, MD, MPH, Core-CHI-P, who has been recognized by our Patient Safety Team as a Safety Net Superstar! Jean-Jacques's commitment and outstanding safety practices embody our collective goal of fostering a strong and dependable safety culture at Harborview. Awardee: Jean -Jacques Kayembe, MD, MPH, Core-CHI-P, Director of Interpreter Services