November 8, 2021

Sarah’s Miracle Baby


Sarah Grace Brooks is a mom, cancer survivor, Woman’s volunteer and donor. She eagerly and passionately shared two stories when asked why she chooses to give. Click here to read more about Sarah’s reasons to give on the Life Among Women blog.
"I give to the Foundation for Woman’s so others in the community can experience the miracles – big and small – that this amazing hospital performs every day.”
Ben Marmande (Chair)

Meet the Board 

Ben Marmande is the Executive Vice President and Houston Market President at IBERIABANK. He was elected to the Woman’s Hospital Board of Directors in 2014, and was reelected in 2017 and 2020.
Ben is a member of the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge, Education’s Next Horizon board, Louisiana Resource Center for Educators, previous board member, Louisiana Arts & Science Museum board, Louisiana Business & Technology Center, board, Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge board, Miller-McCoy Academy, founding director and treasurer.
He graduated from the University of Louisiana Lafayette with a major in finance and Loyola University in New Orleans with a Masters in Business Administration.
“It is such a privilege to serve on the Board of Directors at Woman’s. To be great you have to always be searching for “better” and Woman’s has that culture. Woman’s was founded for the women of Baton Rouge and is now a globally recognized hospital for its top-notch patient care. The team here truly lives the mission and I feel it every time I walk in."
Click here to read more about Ben and our other Board of Directors.

We are Woman’s

We Are Woman's Employee Giving Campaign starts today! Since 2010, our employees have given $1.3 million to the campaign. Thank you! Your gift shows your compassionate spirit and generosity. Working together we are making a big impact by providing critical support to our patients, their families and our co-workers in difficult circumstances.
NEW THIS YEAR with your donation of $100 or more:
  • Receive a free We are Woman’s t-shirt.
  • 12 chances to win a month of parking in the Employee Giving prime parking spot – each winner will have the parking spot for one month during 2022.
Turn in your form early to be eligible for prize drawings – the first drawing is Tuesday, Nov. 9.
Stop by the We are Woman’s table this week for a giveaway:
Tuesday, Nov. 9 | 11 AM–1 PM, Outside Café
Wednesday, Nov. 10 | 11 AM–1 PM, BAT Center
Thursday, Nov. 11 | 6:30–8:30 AM, Support Services Entrance
Thursday, Nov. 11 | 11 AM–1 PM, Woman’s Center for Wellness

Open Enrollment

Open Enrollment benefit elections for the 2022 calendar year is now open. All full and part-time employees will be required to complete or decline the benefits offered in ESS. The deadline to complete your benefit elections is Nov. 19, 2021.

Don’t forget to complete your requirements to participate in Healthy Merits for the new coverage year! 
Open Enrollment

Department Recognition

National Nurse Practitioner Week
Join us in thanking all of our Nurse Practitioners this week! NPs blend clinical expertise in diagnosing and treating health conditions with an added emphasis on disease prevention and health management, bringing a comprehensive perspective and personal touch to health care. Thank you for all you do for our patients!
National Radiologic Technology Week
National Radiologic Technology Week is celebrated annually to recognize the vital work of R.T.s across the nation. The celebration calls attention to the important role medical imaging and radiation therapy professionals play in patient care and health care safety. We're so thankful for our R.T. team and the difference they make!
National Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week
We celebrate Corporate Compliance & Ethics Week to shine a spotlight on the importance of compliance and ethics and the individuals who help integrate these policies at Woman's Hospital. Thanks to all of the compliance and ethics professionals who work tirelessly for our patients and staff every day!

Career Ladder

The following nurses have been approved for Career Ladder. 
RN 2
  • Nancy Baker, Med Surg/Oncology
  • Emily Bellelo, PACU
  • Lacie Boudreaux, Assessment Center,
  • Erica Coleman, Mother/Baby
  • Laura Dixon, PACU
  • Julie Duffy, Mother/Baby
  • Teri Dungan, Assessment Center
  • Tasha Elbert, Health Center for OB/GYN, Clinic
  • Betty Gray-Cameron, Pre-Surgery Center
  • Maryellen Kelly, PACU
  • Mary Moore, Surgery Care Unit
  • Tracy Nicolosi, NICU
  • Allison Penny, NICU
  • Deborah Porterfield, PACU
  • Kelley Puig, Mother/Baby
  • Ashley Taylor, NICU
RN 3
  • Kansas Bucher, NICU