AccessNurse

05/07/2026

💙 National Nurses Week | AccessNurse 30 Years of Care 💙

As we celebrate National Nurses Week, we’re also proudly honoring 30 years of AccessNurse—three decades made possible by an extraordinary team of nurses who exemplify compassion, clinical excellence, and unwavering commitment to patients.

Today, we’re honored to spotlight Diane Allen, RN, an AccessNurse Telephone Triage Nurse and Pelizzari Patient Care Award nominee, whose powerful video story reminds us what nursing excellence truly looks like.

Diane went above and beyond in a critical moment, using her expertise, calm guidance, and dedication to help save the life of a patient—proving that life-changing care can happen from miles away.

For 30 years, AccessNurse nurses like Diane have delivered trusted, high-quality care with every call, every decision, and every patient interaction. We are incredibly grateful for our nursing team whose impact is felt every day and whose commitment continues to shape the future of care.

🎥 Watch Diane’s story and join us in celebrating 30 years of AccessNurse—and the nurses who make it possible.

05/06/2026

💙 National Nurses Week Starts Today! 💙

At AccessNurse, we’re proud to celebrate the nurses who bring compassion, excellence, and expertise to every patient interaction.

In honor of Nurses Week, we’re excited to announce our Pelizzari Patient Care Award recipients:

🏆 Award Winner: Lindsay Weiss-Hilton, BS, RN
🌟 Honorary Recipient: Cathy Trumbull, RN

Lindsay is a trusted leader known for her clinical excellence, empathy, and dedication to improving patient care and client partnerships.

Cathy, with nearly 17 years of service, has helped shape AccessNurse’s history—setting the standard for quality, reliability, and advocacy.

This award honors the legacy of Teresa Pelizzari, whose passion for quality care continues to inspire us all. Join us in saying thank you to Lindsay, Cathy, and all of our incredible nurses who make a difference every day. 💙

05/19/2025

🌟 One week later, we’re still feeling inspired by ! At AccessNurse, we celebrated the incredible impact of our nursing team — culminating in the 2025 Pelizzari Patient Care Award. This year, we proudly honored Heather Standifer, RN — a triage nurse who’s answered nearly 90,000 patient calls with clarity, care, and compassion.

Help us celebrate Heather and all our AccessNurse heroes who make every call count. 🎥 Watch her tribute here: https://youtu.be/0K80HHPw6rU

05/12/2025

💙 As National Nurses Week comes to a close, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to every nurse who inspires, uplifts, and delivers compassionate care — day in and day out.

All week, we’ve celebrated the incredible stories of AccessNurse RNs who embody the values that define our mission. 💫

To close out this special week, we invite you to watch a message from Debbie Rosenberg, FACHE, Executive Vice President of AccessNurse, as she reflects on the dedication and impact of our nursing team.

🎥 Watch Here: https://youtu.be/iVszXfZrnuo

05/11/2025

🌟 National Nurses Week Spotlight - Join us in recognizing Amber Whiteley, RN, a shining example of compassion, leadership, and mentorship — and a 2025 Pelizzari Patient Care Award nominee!

For six years, Amber has been a guiding force at AccessNurse — precepting new nurses, leading with heart as a charge nurse, and delivering patient-centered care with unwavering dedication. Her calm, supportive presence builds confidence, fosters teamwork, and lifts everyone around her.

Amber truly exemplifies the values behind the Pelizzari Award — integrity, compassion, and excellence in care. We are proud to celebrate her incredible impact during 💙

05/11/2025

🌟 National Nurses Week Spotlight -- Join us in celebrating Cathy Trumbull, RN, who marks 16 incredible years with AccessNurse this month! From pioneering remote nursing roles to providing exceptional day-shift care, Cathy is a true leader and advocate for patient safety and quality.

A nominee for the Pelizzari Patient Care Award, Cathy exemplifies integrity, compassion, and excellence — the very values this award honors in memory of Teresa Pelizzari, our former VP of Quality.

Outside of work, Cathy enjoys tandem biking, hiking National Parks, and sharing Rails-to-Trails resources with others.

👏 Thank you, Cathy, for your dedication and impact!

05/09/2025

🌟 National Nurses Week Spotlight - Join us in celebrating Megan Cochran, RN, a 2025 Pelizzari Patient Care Award nominee! 💙

Megan is the embodiment of what it means to be a dedicated, compassionate, and all-around exceptional nurse. Whether she’s leading as a charge nurse, delivering calm and clear triage during challenging calls, or mentoring new hires with patience and purpose—Megan goes above and beyond in every role.

Her leadership is confident and steady, even on high-volume weekends. Her compassion is heard in every patient interaction. And her impact? Felt by peers who consistently look to her as a trusted guide and uplifting force on the team.

🩺 The Pelizzari Patient Care Award honors one extraordinary nurse who exemplifies the AccessNurse values of integrity, compassion, and excellence in care. Named in memory of Teresa Pelizzari, our former VP of Quality and Process Improvement, this award reflects her legacy through nurses like Megan.

👏 Congratulations, Megan — thank you for leading with heart and making a difference every day!

05/08/2025

🌟 National Nurses Week Spotlight -- Join us in celebrating Sarah Randolph, RN, a 2025 Pelizzari Patient Care Award nominee! 💙

The Pelizzari Award honors one exceptional nurse who embodies the core values of AccessNurse: integrity, compassion, and excellence in care. Named in memory of Teresa Pelizzari — our former VP of Quality and Process Improvement — this award recognizes those who lead with heart and uphold the highest standards in patient-centered care.

Since 2020, Sarah has gone above and beyond to support our clinical team — from mentoring new nurses and ensuring licensing compliance to collaborating on quality initiatives and bringing a positive, proactive spirit to every task. Her impact has been deeply felt by peers and patients alike.

👏 We are proud to recognize Sarah’s leadership, service, and dedication to care that makes a difference.

05/07/2025

🎉 In honor of National Nurses Week, AccessNurse proudly presents the 2025 Pelizzari Patient Care Award! This award honors one exceptional nurse who goes above and beyond to deliver compassionate, high-quality care — while supporting patients, clients, and teammates alike.

🏆 Named in memory of the late Teresa Pelizzari, our former VP of Quality and Process Improvement, this award reflects her lasting legacy of integrity, compassion, and commitment to excellence. Teresa led our original care programs and helped shape the standard we uphold today.

This year’s recipient has answered nearly 90,000 patient calls — each one a moment of need, hope, and healing.

💙 The Pelizzari Award recognizes those who:
✔ Act with integrity
✔ Respect every patient’s voice
✔ Support fellow team members
✔ Deliver outstanding service
✔ Earn client praise

Help us celebrate a nurse who’s changing lives — one call at a time. Watch this special tribute to our very own Heather Standifer, RN — a Telephone Triage Nurse at AccessNurse: https://youtu.be/0K80HHPw6rU

05/06/2025

🌟 Happy National Nurses Week! 🌟

At AccessNurse, we’re proud to celebrate the heart and soul of healthcare — our incredible team of nurses and nurses everywhere. 💙

To honor the extraordinary work they do, we’ll be spotlighting a different nurse from our team each day this week — sharing their stories, passion, and the impact they make every day. 🩺✨

To nurses everywhere:
Your compassion, strength, and dedication are the foundation of healing. Thank you for the care you give and the lives you touch — not just this week, but every single day. 💐

Follow along this week as we celebrate the nurses who inspire us all. 🙌

#2025

02/14/2025

Is Work-Life Balance Achievable in the Healthcare Industry? 🌟

Despite 47% of physicians reporting burnout and 24% battling depression, a recent Medscape survey revealed that 76% of physicians still believe happiness and a well-balanced life are possible in the medical profession. However, opinions vary across specialties.

When asked, “Can doctors in your specialty be happy and well-balanced?” many high-risk specialties, including Otolaryngology, Urology, Cardiology, and Gastroenterology, showed a higher possibility of a balanced lifestyle, with responses ranging from 72% to 81%.

If you're in an ambulatory care high-risk specialty looking to improve physician work-life balance, AccessNurse’s medical call center services can help provide relief, boost physician satisfaction, and support a healthier work-life balance.Interested in learning more?

Call us today at: 844-277-6312. Let’s work together to improve physician work-life balance!



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Despite 47% reporting burnout and 24% reporting depression, a recent Medscape survey found that 76% of physicians believe it is possible to be happy and live a well-balanced life within the medical profession. However, opinions varied widely on whether this is attainable within their specific specia...