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A new episode of 'Pathways' is out! Listen now: In this episode we head up to Greenville, Maine to speak with VP of Nursing Operations at Northern Light CA Dean Hospital, Brad Gilbert and the Director of Quality and Risk Management Dawn Stone. While Northern Light CA Dean Hospital is rural, the coverage area for the hospital is almost the size of Rhode Island. Gilbert and Stone both speak to the essential need for rural healthcare, especially in this area of the state. Plus, there's a brand-new hospital, some amazing accolades, and Gilbert takes us through his nursing career across the country.

For the customers that Justin delivers prescriptions to, it is not just nice to have their medicine brought to their front door, it is a must have. He recently caught up with an 83-year-old woman who manages up to 25 prescriptions. Without family nearby and no longer driving herself, the delivery service is something she enjoys and needs. She is one of many customers who use the free Northern Light Pharmacy delivery service. Northern Light Pharmacy offers free delivery in the Bangor, Waterville, and Ellsworth service areas. Patients can call to request prescription delivery or use the Northern Light Pharmacy app. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ejb2eWht

Tim Doak joins Becker's Healthcare to discuss the topic of Environmental Sustainability and Resiliency Planning!

A new episode of Pathways is out for listeners! https://lnkd.in/eKW8Fkhd Taking nursing out of the hospital: Hospice Nursing We're continuing our stint outside of the traditional hospital, with Northern Light Home Care and Hospice. This week we're catching up with Hospice Nurse Allie Rhorer who went from Marine Biology to helping patients and their families in their time of need. Hear her story and delve deeper into what it's like working in this nursing specialty.

Northern Light Pharmacy on State Street, Bangor is moving in 2025! The updated facility will help serve patients and pharmacy staff better. Matt Marston, PharmD, vice president and chief pharmacy officer, Northern Light Health, shared, “We are very excited for the plans of our new pharmacy to open later next year. While our current location has served us well, our new location will allow for more convenient parking, enhancements to the prescription pick-up drive-through, as well as more private spaces for patient consultation." The new facility will be located across from Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center on the corner of State and Otis Streets.

Trivia Time! What animal is on the end of Mary Poppins' Umbrella? Tell us your guess - make sure you don't peek ahead! Why are we asking? We're getting excited about the Night Under the Umbrella Sky event on Tuesday, July 16 from 5 to 7 pm. This fun art installation is inspired by Mary Poppins. We hope you'll join us for an evening of enjoyment under the colorful Umbrella Sky, take some photos and then make sure to tag us in your post! https://ow.ly/xzq250SzTBu

A new episode of 'Pathways' is out! Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/d_baH6HS We're headed out of the traditional hospital, where we've been for the past two episodes, and we're exploring something a little bit different. Jessica Muzzy is a home care nurse for Northern Light Home Care & Hospice. Instead of hospital hallways, she’s seeing patients in their living rooms. She takes us through a day-to-day and lets us in on why her job is so special.

Katie Bandstra and Daisha Strobridge, two Morehouse School of Medicine physician assistant students focusing on rural healthcare, recently wrapped up their clerkship rotation with Northern Light Health. Earlier this month, Katie and Daisha were invited to meet with Speaker Rachel Talbot Ross, received a tour of the State House in Augusta, and also had the opportunity to meet Gov. Janet Mills. They spoke with Speaker Talbot Ross about their interest in rural healthcare and their experiences in Maine. The students were joined by Darmita G. Wilson, Vice President of Medical Education, and Lisa Harvey-McPherson, Vice President of Government Relations, who discussed how Northern Light Health is helping to develop the healthcare workforce in Maine by leveraging education. #MorehouseSchoolofMedicine

We had a busy June here at Northern Light Health. We had Pride events, Juneteenth and, CNA celebrations. Take a look at the video highlights and see if you recognize anyone! We love our teams and can't wait to see what's in store for July!