Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
National Lab of the Year
Medical Laboratory Observer’s 2024 Lab of the Year is Salem Health Laboratories at Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics. Labs across the country were judged on achievement in five areas: customer service, productivity, teamwork, education and training and strategic outlook. Salem Health stood out with its commitment to improvement and the dedication of all 226 employees who handle 1.6 million test requests at its three high-complexity laboratories, which support and oversee all point-of-care testing across our health system.
When to consider shoulder surgery
There are two main types of surgery techniques for shoulders: arthroscopic and open.
Recovery strategies for nerve injuries: What you need to know
Nerves can be easily injured and may not fully recover 100% of the time, even with the best care.
Salem Hospital is proud to be Magnet® designated since 2010. Only 8.9 percent of hospitals in the United States hold this recognition as the gold standard in nursing excellence.
The American Nurses Credentialing Center's Magnet® designation is the highest and most prestigious credential a health care organization can achieve for nursing excellence and quality patient care. This outcomes-driven credential brings both external prestige and wide-ranging internal benefits including improved patient outcomes, nurse satisfaction and retention, and reduced costs.
— ANCC Commission of Magnet Designation
