Positivity and Passion Earn Young Nurse the DAISY Award

Positivity and Passion Earn Young Nurse the DAISY Award

The most important lesson Emily Smith, RN, has learned as a nurse at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital it to just “go with the flow.” And she shares that wisdom with every nurse she trains. “It’s good to have a plan but it’s also a valuable skill to make the best of whatever is thrown at you because you never know what’s going to happen each day,” Emily explains. “Plans change and that’s OK. It’s all about having a positive attitude and rolling with the punches.”

Gateway Classic Cars Brings Hope and the Joy of Christmas

Gateway Classic Cars Brings Hope and the Joy of Christmas

Gateway Classic Cars is hosting its annual Holiday Open House once again this Saturday, Dec. 4, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Ranken Jordan and Gateway Classic Cars would like to invite fellow car enthusiasts to join us in the return of this gloriously fun holiday get-together. Let us celebrate and help Fire Truck O’Toys make a multitude of children’s dreams come true as we collectively break records stuffing the firetruck to its brim.

Aiming High with a Dual Career

Aiming High with a Dual Career

You won’t find Gabe Wood, BHS, RRT, barking orders at Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital in his role as a respiratory therapy educator. But if put him on an airfield, this U.S. Air Force Reserve technical sergeant will be confidently leading soldiers in lighting the runway and wiring complex electrical systems anywhere necessary.

Ranken Jordan Welcomes New Board Members

Ranken Jordan Welcomes New Board Members

Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital welcomed three new members to its board of directors in August 2021. These include Michael Hart, David Hatfield, and Robert Pritts. In addition, Bill Willhite, former board member and immediate past chair, has been appointed as Emeritus Director. Willhite is managing partner and co-founder of WILsquare Capital, a private equity firm. The Ranken Jordan board of directors provides mission-based leadership and strategic governance to support the hospital’s life-changing work that gives kids the best chance for recovery.