Greetings from Jeff Wicklander, United’s Chief Nursing Officer

United is committed to delivering the highest quality health care possible and is equally committed to advancing nursing practice. We respect and recognize our nurses for the tremendous contributions they do for patient care. Our staff provides exceptional patient care in an environment that is supportive, compassionate, healing and promotes professional and personal growth.

United nursing vision

United nurses exemplify the Allina Nursing Charter and the United Nursing Vision by embracing the science and humane art of nursing through accountable and professional behavior, leadership, collaboration and passion for nursing across the continuum of care.

United nursing care model

The United Hospital Nursing care model is based on the nursing care philosophy developed by Florence Nightengale, that "what nursing has to do . . . is to put the patient in the best condition possible for nature to act upon him."

Nursing news

In April 2009, The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Magnet recognition status to United Hospital. The designation is the highest level of recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) and is valid for four years.

More about the designation...

Minnesota Nurses Association

The Minnesota Nurses Association (MNA) is the professional organization for registered nurses. More than 19,000 nurses in Minnesota are members of MNA and United Hospital nurses have a strong presence in the association.

Naomi English, RN, MPH, Float Pool
MNA co-chair
United Hospital, 651-241-8097

Glenda Cartney, RN, CCRN ACM Critical Care
MNA co-chair
United Hospital, 651-241-6335

Awards and recognition

The Excellence in Nursing Awards are given to United nurses who demonstrate excellence in service to coworkers, patients and their families.

2011 Award Recipients

2010 Award Recipients

2009 Award Recipients

2008 Award Recipients

2007 Award Recipients

Publications

Nursing Notes is the official newsletter of United Hospital nurses. Nursing Notes is published by the United Hospital Nursing Care Delivery Board. In addition, the Nursing Annual Report is published every year.

For questions about nursing publications, or to submit articles, contact Susan Loushin, BS, MA, RN, Professional Development Specialist, United Hospital, newsletter coordinator at 651-241-8240.

Nursing Notes

Publications (2003 to present)*

2008

• Milbrett P, Halm M.  Characteristics and predictors of frequent utilization of emergency services.  J Emergency Nursing.
• Halm M. (2008) "Essential oils for the management of symptoms in the critically ill." Am J Crit Care, 17(2).
• Halm M. (2008) "Flushing hemodynamic lines: What does the science tell us?" Am J Crit Care, 17(1): 73-76.

2007

• Sabo J.  Clinical Research in Practice:  A Guide for the Bedside Scientist (Book review).  Clinical Nurse Specialist.  21 (1).
• Sabo J, Chlan L, Savik K.  Relationships among patient characteristics, co-morbidities and vascular complications post-percutaneous coronary intervention.  Heart Lung.  37(3):190-195.
• Halm M. (2007) "To strip or not to strip? Physiologic effects of chest tube manipulation." Am J Crit Care, 16(6): 609-612.
• Halm M, Bakas T. (2007) "Factors associated with caregiver depressive symptoms, outcomes, and perceived physical health following cooronary artery bypass surgery." J Cardiovasc Nursing, 22(6): 508-515.
• Halm M, Lindquist R, Treat-Jacobson, Savik K. (2007). Caregiver burden and outcomes of caregiving of spouses of coronary artery bypass surgery patients. Heart Lung. 36 (3): 170-187.

2006

• Halm, M, Sabo, J, & Rudiger, M. (2006). "Patient and family advisory councils: Keeping a pulse on our customers." Critical Care Nurse. 26(5), 58-67.
• Disch J, Chlan L, Mueller C, Akinkuotu T, Sabo J, Feldt K, Bjorkland D. (2006) "The Densford Clinical Scholars Program: Improving patient care through research partnerships." J Nusing Admin. 36(12).
• Halm M, Lindquist R, Treat-Jacobson, Savik K. (2006). "Correlates of caregiver burden after coronary artery bypass surgery." Nursing Research. 55 (6): 426-436.
• Halm M, Sabo J, Rudiger M. (2006). "Patient and family advisory councils: Keeping a pulse on our customers." Crit Care Nurse. 26(5), 58-67. Heart & Lung - J Acute and Crit Care.


• Sendelbach SE, Halm MA, Doran KA, Miller EH, Gaillard P. (2006). "Effects of music therapy on physiological and psychological outcomes for patients undergoing cardiac surgery." J Cardiovascular Nursing. 21(3), 194-100.

2005

• Sabo J, Knudtson B, Conbere P, Howard P, Rusch A, Dalen S, Wilson W, & Tourville C. (2005). "Developing an outcome-based multidisciplinary care planning tool: process and outcomes." J Nurs Care Qual. 20(2), 145-53.
• Halm M. (2005). “Family presence during resuscitation: A critical review of the literature.”Am J Crit Care. 14(6), 494-511.
• Halm M, Peterson M, Kandels M, Sabo J, Blalock M, Braden R, Gryczman A, Krisko-Hagel K, Larson D, Lemay D, Sisler B, Strom L, & Topham, D. (2005). “Hospital nurse staffing and patient mortality, nurse burnout, and job dissatisfaction: A replication study.” Clin Nurse Spec. 19(5), 241-51.
• Chlan L, Sabo J, & Savik K. (2005). “Effects of three groin compression methods on patient discomfort, distress, and vascular complications following a percutaneous coronary intervention procedure.” Nursing Res. 54(6), 391-8.
• Sandau K., Lindquist R, Sendelbach S, Watanuki S, Halm M, Savik K. (2005). “Significance of preoperative depression on subjective health status 3-months post-coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) (Abstract).” Am J Crit Care. 14(3), 256.
• Sandau K. Lindquist R, Sendelbach S, Watanuki S, Halm M, Savik K. (2005). “Patient- perceived changes in neurocognitive symptoms and sleep 3 months post-coronary artery bypass graft surgery (CABG) (Abstract).” Am J Crit Care. 14(3), 264.

2004

• Cook S, Topham D, & Rusch, A. (2004, July). "Preventing Falls: A hospital intervention program assesses risk." Minn Physician.
• Cook S, Rusch A, & Topham D. (2004, July). "Preventing falls: A hospital’s award-winning intervention system." Minn Physician.
• Kinney M. (2004, Dec). "Healing touch and therapeutic massage: Research proves their benefit." Minn Health Care News.
• Tabor S. (2004, June). "Partial hospitalization - Helping overcome emotional setbacks." Minn Health Care News

2003

• Clark E, & Halm M. (2003). "Post-procedural acute confusion in the elderly." Am J Nursing. 103(5), 64UU-64AA2.
• Greenquist S. (2003, Oct). "Perimenopause entry point to a life passage." Minn Healthcare News.
• Halm M, Gagner S, Goering M, Sabo J, Smith M & Zaccagnini M. (2003). "Interdisciplinary rounds: Impact on patients, families and staff. Clin Nurse Spec." 17(3), 1-10.
• Halm M, & Denker J. (2003). "Primary prevention programs to reduce heart disease risk in women." Clin Nurse Spec. 17(1), 1- 9.
• Post-White J, Kinney M, Savik K, Berntsen J, Wilcox C & Lerner I. (2003). "Therapeutic massage and healing touch improve symptoms in cancer." Int Cancer Therapies. 2(4), 332-44.
• Sairam R, & Tabor S. (2003, Jan). "The complex mental and medical health needs of the senior community and their families." Minn Physician.
• Post-White J, Kinney ME, Savik K, Berntsen J, Wilcox C & Lerner I. (2003). “Therapeutic massage and healing touch improve symptoms in cancer.” Integrative Cancer Therapies. 2(4), 332-44.

Research

United Hospital supports nursing research and evidence-based practice activities of all nurses from the staff nurse at the bedside to the advanced practice nurse and other nursing leaders.

Nursing research includes the generation, dissemination and utilization of new nursing knowledge that promotes excellence in professional nursing practice. An evidence-based culture is enhanced through the commitment at all levels of management, from our Vice President of Patient Care to patient care directors and patient care managers, a dedicated director of nursing research and quality, our advanced practice nurses and the Nursing Research Council.

For information about how you can conduct a research project at United, view Nursing Research Approval Process.

Nursing positions at United Hospital

United Hospital is part of Allina Hospitals & Clinics, a non-profit network of hospitals, clinics and other health care services. Allina Hospitals & Clinics provide care throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin.

The professional nurses at Allina are committed to:

• caring as the essence of nursing practice
• continuous improvement by combining expertise, creativity and critical thinking with research
• stewardship by managing resources responsibly
• relationships that are mutually respectful and collaborative with patients, families and colleagues
• advocacy by representing the interest of patients and families and acting on their behalf
• leadership based on values and integrity; the act of making a difference

For additional information about nursing careers and opportunities at United Hospital, contact our Allina nurse recruiter at 612-262-4590 or via e-mail.