Stories

“The learning never stops!”
For Kristen, the opportunity to participate in shadow shifts while in nursing school allowed her to gain insight into the functionality, acuity and challenges inside of an Intensive Care Unit. When she was given the opportunity to participate in Joseph Brant Hospital’s New Graduate Initiative, she knew it would be an opportunity to build the foundation of her nursing career.
“Working in the ICU is an encouraging learning...
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International Self-Care Day happens each year on July 24 and is an opportunity to raise awareness about self-care and its essential role in healthy lifestyles.
Self-care is anything you can do to take care of yourself to stay physically, mentally and emotionally well.
Natasha, our Well-Being Specialist shares a few ways that you can take some time to practice self-care.
1) Eat healthy food and stay hydrated
A balanced diet can help improve your energy, mood and...
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“The personal and professional growth you will experience in our ICU will be worth the move!”
For Elsie, expanding her knowledge as a Registered Nurse and caring for the sickest patients in the hospital is why she moved to the Intensive Care Unit 21 years ago. Looking for a challenging role, working in the ICU provides her with the perfect balance of being not only one of the most difficult but also one of the most rewarding roles in her nursing career.
Due...
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“Be prepared to say here for your entire career; you will not want to leave!”
After shadowing a Registered Nurse at her local hospital’s Intensive Care Unit (ICU) while in high school, Amber was driven to pursue a career in nursing and critical care.
She joined the ICU team at Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH) after graduating from nursing school. She credits teamwork, a multidisciplinary environment and the opportunity for continued learning and career advancement...
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When patients with swallowing difficulties, known as dysphagia, receive care at Joseph Brant Hospital (JBH), our care teams work together from symptom onset/identification to discharge to assess and treat them.
Dysphagia can be caused by different conditions like stroke, acquired brain injury, degenerative diseases, brain tumours, muscular or nerve disorders, structural disorders, gastrointestinal conditions or respiratory conditions. When a patient is admitted, a healthcare...
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