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As you are well aware, COVID-19 has presented a number of challenges, both physical and emotional, on our entire workforce. From the uncertainty it created early on in the pandemic to the demands it imposed at its peak in the summer months, all of you stepped up admirably. Fortunately, we were able to “enjoy” a brief respite in October. There was one benefit to the extended timeframe ...
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March 29, 2020 – On March 30, Southeast Georgia Health System will celebrate National Doctors Day by paying tribute to the physicians that impact our lives. During the past year, physicians worldwide have faced the pandemic challenge with resilience and bravery, oftentimes prioritizing their patients above their own health and safety. Through their actions, whether it be an encouraging word, ...
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Southeast Georgia Health System Volunteer Services recently announced Robert “Bob” Gibbs as the Brunswick Campus Winter Volunteer of the Quarter and Elizabeth Shahan as the Camden Campus Winter Volunteer of the Quarter. Gibbs serves in the Volunteer Services office every Tuesday afternoon assembling Patient Education Folders. He also volunteers on additional days when assistance is ...
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March 24, 2021 – Effective March 25, 2021, Southeast Georgia Health System is offering COVID-19 Pfizer vaccines for all individuals age 16 and older at its Brunswick and Kingsland Vaccine Clinics. Pfizer is the only COVID-19 vaccine currently approved for those aged 16-18. Appointments can be scheduled online at sghs.org/covid19-vaccine. Brunswick Campus, Linda S. Pinson Conference Center ...
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When it comes to diabetes, what you don’t know can hurt you. More than 84 million Americans have prediabetes and many don’t know it. Their blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. With awareness and effort, many can avoid developing diabetes. That’s the message Susan Ullrich, R.N., MA.Ed, CDCES, and Lisa Mason, M.S., RDN, L.D., ...
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When you think of a pharmacist, do you envision someone in a white lab coat, methodically measuring out prescriptions behind a counter? The real scenario is more complicated. “A pharmacist’s job includes everything from managing and preparing medications to interacting with nurses, doctors and patients. No two days are alike. In a small hospital like the Camden Campus, we have an ...
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March 18, 2021 – Southeast Georgia Health System recently presented the DAISY Award® For Extraordinary Nurses to Jenny Grantham, R.N., and Nancy Hooker, R.N., in recognition of the kindness and compassion they provide every day to their patients. A registered nurse and assistant nurse manager in the Health System’s Maternity Care Center on the Brunswick Campus, Nancy Hooker, R.N., ...
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Southeast Georgia Health System reopened in-person essential visitation for non-COVID Inpatients on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020, and will now also allow two visitors for non-COVID adult inpatients. Visitors will be permitted to leave the facility and return at a later time. This does not apply to the Senior Care Centers. This update allows for: Visitor hours: Daily, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Visitors may leave and ...
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March 16, 2021 – Southeast Georgia Health System is pleased to welcome board-certified family medicine physician Danielle N. Mankin, M.D. , to Southeast Georgia Physician Associates-Primary Care on the Camden Campus. Mankin earned her medical degree from Mercer University School of Medicine in Savannah. She completed her internship and residency training in family medicine at Chestnut Hill ...
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March 16, 2021–Southeast Georgia Health System will host a nurse hiring event on Thursday, April 15, 7 a.m.-2 p.m., in the Linda S. Pinson Conference Center on the Brunswick Campus, 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick. A teleconference option will also be available. RSVP Today The Health System has several opportunities for R.N., LNP and CNAs on its Brunswick and Camden campuses, including ...
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March 16, 2021 – A year ago, many things were put on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But the need for blood never stopped. Today, blood donations are just as essential, and the American Red Cross is urging healthy individuals to donate blood. For patients in the emergency room, fighting cancer or coping with a life-threatening illness, help can’t wait. Their health is reliant on the ...
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BRUNSWICK, Georgia: March 16, 2021 – Southeast Georgia Health System is offering Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine appointments for residents meeting current eligibility criteria at their Brunswick and Kingsland Vaccine Clinics. Appointments can be scheduled online at sghs.org/covid19-vaccine. Brunswick Campus, Linda S. Pinson Conference Center 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick Every Wednesday and ...
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It takes a special person to work in customer service, especially when your customers are patients needing hospital services. You must be detail-oriented and efficient, while maintaining an abundance of patience and empathy. Fortunately, the Southeast Georgia Health System Patient Experience team members possess those qualities and more. “I liken this profession to that of a teacher, ...
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There are days when Shelly McKinney, R.N., feels more like a battle commander than a nurse manager. With each new work day, she huddles with her team to face another hectic 12 hours. McKinney and her team care for patients in the COVID-19 unit of Southeast Georgia Health System’s 4 St. Simons Tower. While not intensive care, these patients are sicker and require more monitoring and ...
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The Fiscal Year 2022 Appropriations Act approved today by the Georgia House of Representatives includes $180,000 to support Southeast Georgia Health System with the initial planning work to establish a Graduate Medical Education (GME) program for resident physicians. “Rural hospitals in Georgia are experiencing major doctor shortages, especially primary care physicians,” stated Michael ...
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March 4, 2021 – Southeast Georgia Health System has available COVID-19 vaccine appointments for residents meeting current eligibility criteria at their Brunswick and Kingsland Vaccine Clinics. Appointments can be scheduled online at sghs.org/covid19-vaccine. Brunswick Campus, Linda S. Pinson Conference Center 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick Saturday, March 6, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Wednesday, ...
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March 1, 2021 – Southeast Georgia Health System has available COVID-19 vaccine appointments for anyone who meets Phase 1A+ criteria at their Brunswick and Kingsland Vaccine Clinics. Appointments can be scheduled online. Schedule Your Appointment Brunswick Campus, Linda S. Pinson Conference Center 2415 Parkwood Drive, Brunswick Wednesday, March 3, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (Pfizer vaccine) Saturday, ...
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