Cook Children's Health Care System

Since the beginning of 2023, Sheralyn Hartline, DNP, RN, CNEP, RNC-NIC, and Stefanie Tanner, MSN, RN, BCEN, have shifted into leadership roles as part of the opening of Cook Children’s second Medical Center in Prosper, Texas. Both nurses described opening a new facility as a unique experience – one that has challenged them and allowed them to think outside the box. Previously at Cook Children's Medical Center - Fort Worth, Stefanie served in the Emergency Department and Sheralyn led the Level IV NICU. Their different perspectives complement each other well. “I am a thinker and Sheralyn is a feeler,” Stefanie said. “We are both very outgoing and truly love our jobs. It’s busy and some days are 10 to 14 hours, but when I’m collaborating with Sheralyn, it doesn’t feel like work.” Read more about the dynamic duo here: https://lnkd.in/gyiNUxKH #NursesWeek #WeAreCookChildrens

It’s #TeacherAppreciationWeek! We’re celebrating Nicole Rogers, Marissa Glasschroeder and Laura Ralston, the incredible teachers who make sure that Cook Children’s patients keep up with their schoolwork while in the hospital. For children and teens, school is an important part of life. It’s where they learn, form their social skills and begin to develop a sense of independence. Keeping up with schoolwork feels familiar and can help things seem a little more “normal” during a child’s stay at Cook Children’s. Plus, it eases their fears of falling behind. Because we recognize the importance of schoolwork for our patients, Cook Children’s partners with @Fort Worth Independent School District to provide school services to eligible patients while in the hospital setting. Our teachers work specifically with children and teens who have a chronic or complex diagnosis, are experiencing an extended hospitalization, or have sustained a life-threatening injury. Huge thank you to these wonderful teachers for all you do to support our patients! Get to know Nicole, Marissa and Laura by watching their videos here: https://lnkd.in/gKPn_igk #WeAreCookChildrens

Rick Merrill, President and CEO of Cook Children’s Health Care System, wrote an op-ed to The Dallas Morning News in response to State of Texas Health & Human Services Commission's decision to exclude Cook Children's Health Plan (CCHP) from the new STAR/CHIP contract starting in September 2025. He urges the state to reverse its decision to ensure CCHP, along with other qualified plans, can continue seamlessly serving our communities and caring for our most vulnerable children and families. Read the op-ed here: https://lnkd.in/geEKBaRZ #protectcommunityhealthplans #nonprofithealthplans #Medicaid #medicaidbenefits #HHS #TexasMedicaid #healthinsurance #insurance #texas #cookchildrens #WeAreCookChildrens

Meet one of our change makers, Shakyryn Napier, DHSc, RN, CPN, NEA-BC, director of the Heart Center at Cook Children’s Medical Center. She is known for championing those who need support and shining a light on issues that deserve the spotlight. This leadership won her a spot on the 2024 Dallas/Fort Worth Great 100 Nurses list!    Napier’s nomination form described her as “a commendable example for aspiring health care professionals” demonstrated by her completion of a doctoral degree. She’s also said to be a “risk taker” as evidenced by her bravery in sharing her personal tragedy so others may learn from what she endured. Her peers praise her “leadership prowess,” saying she has a unique ability to motivate and support her team even in the face of unprecedented challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic.   Congratulations, Dr. Shakyryn Napier! Thank you for modeling, teaching and living the Cook Children’s Promise and for advancing the practice of nursing with excellence. https://lnkd.in/gCg-dcfn

This Nurses' Week we're so grateful for the 1,800 nurses at Cook Children's and for their commitment to ensuring we live up to our Promise of improving children's well-being in our community, every single day. We’re showing our appreciation to nurses this week with our annual Great 10 awards ceremony, food trucks, coffee hours, sweet treats, and more. Nurses' Week is more than just a celebration – it's a chance to recognize the incredible bond our nurses share as colleagues and friends. From the bedside to the clinic to the administrative heart of our System, we thank our Cook Children’s nurses for their hard work and dedication to being amazing! #WeAreCookChildrens #NursesWeek #FriendsColleaguesHeroes 

We’re so excited to share we are hosting the 2024 School Nurse Symposium! We’re proud to provide this virtual program with the school nurse in mind. Today’s nurse in the primary and secondary school setting faces many unique challenges. With current topics on the agenda, we hope you will take advantage of this opportunity to learn from clinical experts in the comfort of your own home. Join us for this live webcast on Thursday, June 13 or watch the recorded video at your convenience through Sept. 27. Online registration is required. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gp6Yre9U

This April, during #ChildAbusePreventionMonth, the Cook Children’s C.A.R.E (Child Advocacy Resource and Evaluation) Team celebrates its 30-year anniversary! 🎊 For the last three decades, this department has played an invaluable role in helping child abuse victims and their families heal while providing preventative education to the community at large.   Read about the C.A.R.E Team’s collaborative approach to helping children heal: https://lnkd.in/g584BeXV

“Aetna, which is set to win a multibillion Texas Medicaid contract, got a peek at sensitive information submitted by 17 rival health plans during the bidding process after the state Health and Human Services agency erred and sent competitors’ proposals to the health insurance giant too early, according to emails and documents obtained by The Texas Tribune.” Recent reporting from the The Texas Tribune raises more questions about the procurement process for the STAR & CHIP Managed Care Services Contract. This is related to the State of Texas Health & Human Services Commission's (HHSC) plans to exclude Cook Children’s Health Plan (CCHP) from the new contract starting in September 2025. Important Information for CCHP Members: · Your coverage is still active: Your health insurance with CCHP remains active for at least the next year and a half. · Keep seeing your current doctors and other providers. Nothing has changed. You can continue seeing all your favorite doctors and specialists both at Cook Children's hospitals and clinics as well as our other network providers, just like always. Absolutely nothing will be different for you. · If you are a STAR Kids Member, there have been no announced changes to that program. · Share your experience as a CCHP member or ask questions here: CommunityMarketing@cookchildrens.org. · Stay informed: Visit cookchildrens.org for updates. #ProtectCommunityHealthPlans, #nonprofithealthplans, #Medicaid, #MedicaidBenefits, #CHIP, #HHS, #TexasMedicaid, #healthinsurance, #insurance, #texas, #CookChildrens, #WeAreCookChildrens https://lnkd.in/eDQ6DWxp

Thank you to the Fort Worth Report for covering this important issue. This decision by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission could impact health care coverage for 125,000 Cook Children's Health Plan (CCHP) Members. We encourage you to stay informed about this developing story.   https://lnkd.in/d57J9UN2

Our well-being isn’t just about our bodies. It’s about our minds, our spirits and even the world around us. Hospitals do a lot of good, but they make a lot of waste. They’re the second largest generator of waste in the U.S., and Cook Children’s wants to change that. On May 1, we're rolling out paperless billing through the MyCookChildren's patient portal. Along with that, here’s what else we’re doing to improve the planet’s health and help kids thrive for years to come.    To learn more about paperless billing, visit https://lnkd.in/gVbyS-Rv