December SPS Hospital Of The Month 2024
Congratulations to Cook Children’s for being named the SPS Hospital of the Month for December!
Read what Cook Children’s had to say about the recognition:
“Safety is the cornerstone of our six core values at Cook Children’s. Being recognized as the SPS Hospital of the Month validates our unwavering commitment to patient safety. It’s a testament to the tireless efforts of our team members, who prioritize quality and safety in every action. Their dedication is rewarded by the positive impact it has on our patients and their families.”
On how patients inspire their team:
“Our patients inspire us with their stories. Although most of the times these are success stories which bring inspiration of healing and safety, sometimes we learn more and are inspired more deeply by the stories surrounding times when we could have done better.”
- Alice Philips, M.D, Director of Ambulatory Quality and Safety, Cook Children’s
How does your team inspire each other?
“Our teams include family voice which keeps us grounded as we work shoulder to shoulder with those we serve.”
- Anu Partap, M.D., MPH, Medical Director of Health Equity, Cook Children’s Health Care System
What would you like people to know about your hospital and employees?
“Cook Children’s is filled with amazing employees from the bedside to the C-suite. Their commitment to Zero Harm flows through the work they do on every level.”
- Rachel Wenthe, Health, Safety and Health Equity Integration Coordinator, Cook Children’s Health Care System
Are there any mantras your team uses to motivate each other to achieve zero harm?
“Our Promise, ‘Everything for the Child’, serves as a foundational guiding mantra and litmus test for what we do. When we remember that, we move closer to zero harm.”
- Alice Philips, M.D, Director of Ambulatory Quality and Safety, Cook Children’s
We applaud their outstanding work and commitment to patient safety. You can learn more about their work here.