Oncology nurses at the John Theurer Cancer Center (JTCC) in Hackensack, NJ, are making a difference in the lives of cancer patients.
Margaret Hopkins, RN, is one of those nurses, and she feels blessed every day to be a part of such a fantastic team. As a cancer survivor herself, Hopkins has been on both sides of cancer treatment and knows the magic of the work at JTCC. In her decades of nursing, she’s never felt more appreciated for her work.
So Hopkins submitted JTCC for the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) 2024 Outstanding Employer Award. And just in time for the holidays – JTCC received word that it was a winner. It was a true gift for the oncology nurses who give their time and talents to help cancer patients every day.
The ONS 2024 Outstanding Employer Award recognizes employers who support their oncology nurses. The honor further distinguishes JTCC as a place where innovative technology, individualized, advanced treatment, and outstanding, caring staff members save lives. At a time when medical facilities are facing nursing shortages, this award shows these oncology nurses believe JTCC is a great place to work.
Daily Nurse is proud to name the oncology nurses at the John Theurer Cancer Center in Hackensack, NJ, as the Nurses of the Week for being among the best in the nation, working to ensure optimal patient outcomes with compassion, competence, and strength the nursing profession is renowned for.
“I am proud to be here. I know I can continue to learn and grow. I feel at home,” Hopkins adds.
These nurses believe that the JTCC is an excellent place to work, especially at a time when medical facilities are facing nursing shortages.
“We welcome nurses from all experiential backgrounds to work with us. The fundamental desire to support our patients through the fight of their lives is what makes a good candidate for these positions at JTCC,” says Linda Casey, MHA, BSN, RN, OCN, NE-BC, Director of Nursing Operations at JTCC.
The support and appreciation these nurses receive at JTCC are second to none, from the extensive orientation program, encouragement to receive additional certifications, an open-door policy exhibited by the leadership team, and an annual day celebrating their nationally certified nurses.
It’s no surprise that the JTCC joins the ranks of outstanding institutions and past recipients, including the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, MA. The recognition shows that JTCC’s compassionate nurses like Hopkins feel as appreciated for their work as their patients feel cared for.
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