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Oswego Health Recognizes Staff For Going Above, Beyond

September 7, 2022 Contributor

As the largest health system in Oswego County, with over 1,200 employees, Oswego Health understands the value of recognizing staff for the care they provide and the jobs they do daily. No matter the job title, every employee plays a pivotal role when it comes to patient care.

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Oswego Health Leadership Changes: 2023 Incoming President, CEO Michael Backus Appoints His Corporate Leadership Team

September 1, 2022 Contributor

At 141 years old, the Oswego Health system is one of just a handful of independent health systems left in New York State, including over 200 hospitals. Staying independent is very important to the nonprofit’s Board of Directors and securing leaders that are vested in not only the success of the organization, but the community is critical.

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Local Registered Nurse Receives Tuition Assistance From Employer To Go Back To School

August 24, 2022 Contributor

The American Association of Colleges of Nursing recommends that registered nurses obtain a bachelor’s degree to prepare for the complex tasks they will encounter in the field. For many nurses, however, cost represents one of the main challenges of returning to school.

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Oswego Health Offers Multi-Organ Blood Analysis Event To Community Throughout September

August 23, 2022 Contributor

Oswego Health’s annual Multi-Organ Blood Analysis will be offered throughout the entire month of September at select participating Oswego Health Lab Draw stations.

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Oswego Health Promotes Beth Bivens, BSN, RN To Director Of Community Health

August 19, 2022 Contributor

Oswego Health is happy to announce the recent promotion of Beth Bivens, BSN, RN to Director of Community Health.

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7th Annual For Your Health 5K, Wellness Event Raises Over $30,000 To Support Local Healthcare

August 18, 2022 Contributor

The 7th Annual Oswego Health Foundation’s For Your Health 5K and Wellness Event, presented by Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield, was held August 13, with 148 individuals participating, including 26 children for the Kids Fun Run.

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Local Registered Nurse Believes Professional Development Is Critical In Providing Better Patient Outcomes In Her Community

August 16, 2022 Contributor

As one of the major employers in the area and the largest healthcare system in the County, Oswego Health knows firsthand that a highly-educated nursing workforce strengthens the quality of care provided to patients.

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Oswego Health Foundation Announces New Board Leadership

August 16, 2022 Contributor

The Oswego Health Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the health system, has announced changes to leadership within its Board of Directors.

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Oswego Health Invests In Future Of Healthcare With New Position Overseeing Student Engagement

August 16, 2022 Contributor

According to the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics, employment in healthcare occupations is projected to grow 16 percent from 2020 to 2030, much faster than the average for all occupations, adding about 2.6 million new jobs.

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The Center For Wound Healing At Oswego Health Raises Awareness And Provides Hope For Radiation Injuries

August 5, 2022 Contributor

Cancer recovery rates are increasing, thanks to early detection and advancements in treatments. Yet after surviving cancer, many patients who received radiation therapy have underlying complications that may not cause symptoms for up to 20 years after their treatment.

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