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It is with great pleasure that I have this opportunity to highlight the high caliber of nurses and the extraordinary level of care they provide at NewYork- Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital. Our Professional Practice Model embraces the philosophy of caring as the core of exemplary nursing practice provided to patients, families and the community. At NewYork-Presbyterian/ Hudson Valley Hospital, we celebrate the caring and compassion our nurses consistently provide to our patients. Teamwork, collaboration and accountability enhance our evidence-based practices to ensure the highest level of quality and safety is present during each patient encounter. Our "Magnet" designation is a source of great pride and reflects the commitment of our nurses to provide an exceptional patient experience resulting in excellent clinical outcomes. is high level of commitment is displayed through the specialized nursing care provided for all patients from newborn through geriatrics. Our maternity care has earned the prestigious "Baby-Friendly Hospital" designation from the World Health Organization. Specialized care for our older adult patients is evident through the Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders (NICHE) program. Success in maintaining a No-Wait Emergency Department depends on the dedication of our nursing team and provides the community with around- the-clock timely and expert care. e nursing expertise in our Institute for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine program ensured an Accreditation with Distinction from the Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine Society. Additionally, our highly engaged nurses pursue their own professional development as evidenced by a significant percentage of our nurses holding membership in professional organizations. ese highly motivated nurses are true transformational leaders involved in all aspects of performance improvement through a successful Shared Governance Model. is is who we are at NewYork-Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital, and I am honored and proud to work with this inspiring and dedicated nursing team. Warm regards, A. Bonnie Corbett, FNP, M.S., NEA-B.C. Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President of Patient Care Services NewYork-Presbyterian/Hudson Valley Hospital 6 ] W W W . N Y P . O R G / H U D S O N V A L L E Y