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SUMMER 2024
Bailey Krais always wanted to work in the NICU . Baylor Scott & White ’ s culture of collaboration and advanced nursing training helped make it happen .
A Culture of Caring
Bailey tends to a tiny patient in the NICU at Baylor University Medical Center . hen Bailey Krais , RN , goes to work in the neonatal intensive care unit at Baylor University Medical Center ( BUMC ), she provides care to some of the smallest patients in Texas — some born at just 22 weeks gestation . In Bailey ’ s hands is a tiny patient and an immense responsibility , one she considers a deep and sacred privilege .
It ’ s here where she feels most at home in her career — empowered to do her job while learning more every day about how to be even better . Bailey attributes this to the culture of Baylor Scott & White Health , where she feels all team members prioritize the patient and their care .
“ Everyone has the same goal here , to do what ’ s best for the patient ,” Bailey explained of the atmosphere at BUMC . “ Physicians , nurses , respiratory therapists , dietitians , social workers — everyone here is open for discussions about the patient and their care . Nurses ’ experience and opinions are valued here by everyone on the team .”
Bailey is one of more than 2,000 nurses at BUMC , which is recognized by the
American Nurses Credentialing Center as having achieved Magnet ® status , one of the most respected marks of nursing excellence . Studies have shown Magnet hospitals attract and retain top nursing talent ; demonstrate improved patient safety , care and satisfaction ; and enjoy improved efficiency and effectiveness on patient units — even increased safety for nurses while working . BUMC has received Magnet designation five times , a feat accomplished by less than 1 % of U . S . hospitals .
Karla Ramberger , DNP , RN , chief nursing officer of Baylor Scott & White Health , applauds the culture of cooperation that permeates every interaction .
“ There is great respect and collaboration within the care team ,” Karla said . “ The physician respects the nurse , the nurse respects the physician , and we all work with many disciplines . Nurses are heard and expected to speak up .”
Helping to create and sustain our patient-centered culture , Karla explained , is that nurses serve in many roles across the System , in addition to patient care , such as
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Inside this issue
Departments
2 From the President
8 From the Chair
News , Projects & Campaigns
2 Planned Giving : A Former Music Therapist Gives Back
Dr . Jennifer Rasmussen- Winkler
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3 Riding Toward the Future : BUMC ’ s Stroke Center
4 Celebrating Women 25th Anniversary Luncheon
8 Board Member Profile : Christa Brown-Sanford
Focus on : Research
7 Exciting Cancer Research Article from Nature Journal