All Children's Hospital News and Updates

First National Bike to School Day a Great Success!

Thu, 10 May 2012 21:00:00 GMT

In honor of the first National Bike to School Day, the Safe Routes to School program led by All Children's Hospital hosted Bike to School Events in Pinellas, Pasco and Polk Counties.

Introducing Pocket Doc, a Mobile app for Parents

Thu, 10 May 2012 19:00:00 GMT

All Children's Hospital Introduces Pocket Doc - A Free Pediatric Symptom Checker App for your iPhone, Android and via your web browser.

Heather Vale, RN is the May 2012 DAISY Award Recipient

Thu, 10 May 2012 18:01:00 GMT

Congratulations to Heather Vale, RN who is the May 2012 Daisy Award Recipient.

Join us for National Bike to School Day May 9

Tue, 08 May 2012 05:00:00 GMT

Safe Routes to School and All Children's Hospital are helping Elementary Schools in Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Manatee and Hillsborough counties celebrate the FIRST national Bike to School Day on Wednesday, May 9th (and some schools on Thursday, May 10th).

All Children's Nurses to be Recognized During National Nurses Week - May, 6-12

Mon, 07 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT

The theme for National Nurses Week 2012 is Nurses: Advocating, Leading, Caring.

Making Miracles Happen - National Hospital Week 2012

Mon, 07 May 2012 20:00:00 GMT

This year, the theme for National Hospital Week is Making Miracles Happen.

Louise Burr - May Employee of the Month

Fri, 04 May 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Louise Burr is the May 2012 Employee of the Month. Louise works as a Patient Relations Coordinator II in Admissions and has been with All Children's since 1998. Louise was recognized for her Service Excellence by the nurses on 8 South.

Water Monkey Challenge to Benefit ACH

Fri, 04 May 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Hit the waters of Tampa Bay on a paddleboard and support a great cause at the same time. Sign up for the Water Monkey Challange on May 19th.

May 15 is Application Deadline for the 2012-2013 Designing Clinical Research Program

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 03:12:00 GMT

All Children's Hospital and Johns Hopkins Medicine are pleased to announce the continuation of the "Designing Clinical Research Program" at All Children's Hospital.

Walmart / Sam's Club Day at ACH Celebrates Success!

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 20:15:00 GMT

Two hundred associates from Walmart and Sam's Club visited All Children's Hospital for their annual luncheon on April 19 to celebrate their fundraising success in 2011 and kicked off the 2012 campaign.

Florida Safe Pools Pool Sweep

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT

As summer quickly approaches the backyard pool will be used much more frequently. With this increased usage, families with young children will experience many fun filled days in the pool this summer. Florida Safe Pools led by All Children's Hospital teamed up with St. Petersburg Fire Rescue on Friday, April 20 to canvas the Lake Pasadena neighborhood promoting FREE pool safety checks.

Virginia Silvis is the Recipient of the 2012 CRNI of the Year Award

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:00:00 GMT

Virginia Silvis, ARNP, CRNI, MS/APN for the Vascular Access Team (VAT) has been selected as the recipient of the 2012 CRNI of the Year Award by the Infusion Nurses Certification Corporation.

"Where's Baby? Look Before You Lock"

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 12:00:00 GMT

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is launching a national campaign, �Where's Baby? Look Before You Lock,� a communications program to educate parents and caregivers about the hazards of leaving children unattended in vehicles.

Credit Unions, National Journal to Refresh and Revitalize Therapeutic Playground at All Children's Hospital

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Credit unions and National Journal kicked off the renovation of a therapeutic playground at All Children's Hospital on April 11 in honor of the upcoming 2012 Republican National Convention in Tampa.

Tampa Bay Times Features All Children's Insert � A Voice 4 Teens

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:35:00 GMT

The April 11th issue of The Tampa Bay Times featured an All Children's insert � A Voice 4 Teens. The publication gives teens tips on nutrition, fitness, improving their lifestyle and advocating for their health.

Melissa Boggs - April Employee of the Month

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:25:00 GMT

Melissa Boggs is the April 2012 Employee of the Month. Melissa works as a Physical Therapist � Sports Medicine at the All Children's Outpatient Care location in Pasco and has been with All Children's since 2008. Melissa was recognized for her Service Excellence by one of her patients.

All Children's Outpatient Care, East Lake Welcomes First Patient for Expanded Services

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Six-year-old Skye from Dunedin was the first patient to take advantage of new cardiology services now being offered at All Children's Outpatient Care, East Lake. The newly renovated facility began offering expanded medical services this past week.

April is National Occupational Therapy Month

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Each year in April, occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants, and students host a month long celebration showcasing the importance of Occupational Therapy.

Paige Ward, RN is the April 2012 DAISY Award Recipient

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 23:00:00 GMT

Congratulations to Paige Ward, RN who is the April 2012 Daisy Award Recipient.

Winning with CF: Independence Starts Now

Wed, 04 Apr 2012 22:00:00 GMT

The All Children's Hospital CF Center is excited to announce that we will be holding a Cystic Fibrosis Parent Conference on April 11. Nationally known guest speaker, Lisa Greene, BS, CCP will present "Winning with CF: Independence Starts Now.

Frontline Staff Members Share Strategies and Successes at Patient Care Practice Council

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT

The best patient care is built on teamwork, collaboration, evidence-based practice and shared governance�and all of these are key goals of the Patient Care Practice Council (PCPC). Frontline staff and educators from unit-based councils form the majority of council members. They attend monthly meetings to provide updates on ongoing research on their units and to share ideas that lead to collaborative efforts with other Council members to develop and share best practices.

Healthy Start Advocates Visit Washington

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT

All Children's Consortium Coordinator Amber Tellis represented the Healthy Start Federal program recently in Washington DC. attending the National Healthy Start Annual Conference.

All Children's Rehab Services Begins Move to New Facilities

Tue, 27 Mar 2012 17:30:00 GMT

Rehab Services has begun its move from the Sexton Building to the former Physicians Office Building (POB), now called The Child Development and Rehabilitation Center (CDRC).

Higgins Family Dances into Finals to Fight Childhood Obesity

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 12:00:00 GMT

The Higgins Family of Sarasota is moving and shaking in Primrose Schools' national Family Dance-off to fight childhood obesity by promoting physical activity.

A Woman's Journey Makes Successful Premieres in St. Pete & Tampa

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 15:00:00 GMT

A Woman's Journey is a one-day health information program featuring clinicians from The Johns Hopkins Hospital. This week All Children's sponsored two successful A Woman's Journey programs in Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Dan Cathy, President and COO of Chick-fil-A Visits All Children's Hospital

Wed, 21 Mar 2012 21:00:00 GMT

Dan Cathy, President and COO of Chick-fil-A visited All Children's Hospital on March 20.

Hope Harris - March Employee of the Month

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 22:15:00 GMT

Hope Harris is the March 2012 Employee of the Month. Hope works as a Security Officer II in the Security Department and has been with All Children's since 2011. Hope was recognized for his Service Excellence by a fellow employee and the entire Emergency Center staff

From the Garden to the Table

Thu, 15 Mar 2012 22:00:00 GMT

Fit4Allkids families teamed up with Chef Tyson Grant (Executive Chef of Park Shore Grill) and Master Gardener Beatrice for a tasty and very special culinary experience in Zoe's Edible Garden. Families learned first hand about the plants and herds and had the opportunity to harvest the greens, herbs and citrus to create a few tasty dishes.

All Children's RN Residency Program Welcomes New Nurses

Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:00:00 GMT

Fifteen nurses started their ACH careers on March 12 in the All Children's Pediatric RN Residency Program. The one-year program will provide education and support to new graduate nurses.

ACH Celebrates Registered Dietitian Day and National Nutrition Month

Fri, 09 Mar 2012 01:00:00 GMT

March is National Nutrition Month and March 14th is the Fifth Annual Registered Dietitians(RDs) Day. ACH recognizes our 18 RDs, also called nutritionists for their dedicated service to our patients and families.