Emma Baumgartel

Transitional education is a crucial step in a short-term resident’s care plan before discharge. Gurwin Healthcare System in Commack, NY, saw a unique opportunity to educate both soon-to-be-released residents...

When COVID-19 hit, one of the most critical concerns in long-term care centers was reducing the spread of the airborne virus. But under the leadership of Jason Kwart, vice president of procurement and...

A tornado struck Connecticut when Lynn M. Hood was an emergency medical technician in high school, and she found herself assisting in one of her first emergency disasters. Since then, she has continued...

Kendra King-Smith, executive director, Duncanville Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, Duncanville, TX is in the 2021 class of McKnight’s Women of Distinction as a Rising Star honoree.

Estela Divino, director of social work, Regal Heights Rehabilitation Center, Jackson Heights, NY is in the class of 2021 Mcknight’s Women of Distinction as a Veteran VIP honoree.

Barbara Galindo, administrator, Residential Plaza at Blue Lagoon, Miami is in the 2021 class of Mcknight’s Women of Distinction as a Veteran VIP honoree.

Jaime Smiley, clinical education coordinator, Medical Facilities of America, Roanoke, VA is in the 2021 class of Mcknight’s Women of Distinction as a Veteran VIP honoree.

Marcy McNeal, administrator, Sunrise Hill Care Center, Traer, IA is in the 2021 class of Mcknight’s Women of Distinction as a Rising Star inductee.

Melissa Powell, chief operating officer, Allure Group, Brooklyn, NY is in the 2021 class of Women of Distinction as a Hall of Honor inductee.

Traci Bullens, Infection Control Coordinator/Patient Safety Director, Rockcastle Regional Hospital and Respiratory Care Center, Mount Vernon, KY is in the 2021 class of Mcknight’s Women of Distinction...