Jul 2, 2020 Heroes Work Here: Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital

Our providers and staff have risen to — and well above — the unprecedented challenges of caring for patients with COVID-19. Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RJWUH) New Brunswick is proud and grateful beyond words for the indomitable spirit and incredible work done by our teams on the front lines.

Emergency Department Team Heroes

1 DO YOUR PART: Our Emergency Department team has been working hard caring for COVID-19 patients. They ask everyone to help reduce the spread of this dangerous disease by staying home as much as possible.

2 Core Unit Heroes

2 STAYING STRONG: We’re thankful to all members of our 2 Core Unit, who rose to the occasion when their step-down open heart surgery unit was converted to caring for COVID-19 patients.

Wall of Thanks Appreciation Notes for our Team

3 SIGNS OF SUPPORT: Special thanks to South Brunswick residents Christine Resnick, Lisa Rodgers and Azra Baig for launching the “Wall of Thanks” initiative, which encourages township residents to send notes of appreciation to our team at RWJUH.

Blood Services Team Heroes

4 THUMBS-UP: Thank you to our Blood Services team for their hard work and dedication!

Infection Prevention Team Heroes

5 FIGHTING BACK: Our Infection Prevention team, led by Pat Lafaro (far left) and Hospital Epidemiologist Dr. Susan Boruchoff, Division Chief, Allergy, Immunology & Infectious Disease (third from right), work hard to stop COVID-19 from spreading within the hospital.

Neurocritical Care Team Heroes

6 BE A LIFESAVER: Neurocritical Care providers remind residents to stay home to stay safe and save lives.

Transplant Team Heroes

7 SHOW OF STRENGTH: Despite the extra challenges brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, our Transplant team continues to help save lives.

Transport Team Heroes

8 TRANSPORT TEAM: Our Patient Transport team is #RWJUHStrong!

Facilities Team Heroes

9 GIVE THEM A HAND: The Facilities team keeps RWJUH running smoothly!

Endoscopy Team Heroes

10 TEAM SPIRIT: Endoscopy team members, ready to care for patients.

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Team Heroes

11 BABY LOVE: Thank you to members of our Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, who’ve been working tirelessly to care for our tiniest patients.

Cardiac Care and Heart Center Heroes

12 HEART OF THE HOSPITAL: RWJUH’s Cardiac Care and Heart Center units are dedicated to keeping patients’ hearts strong.

Mobile Health Services Team Heroes

13 MOBILE HEALTH: During the pandemic, the first responders of RWJBarnabas Health Mobile Health Services have stood ready to provide expert care in any emergency.

Behavioral Health Team Heroes

14 BEHAVIORAL HEALTH:Dedicated staff and providers from RWJBarnabas Health Behavioral Health Center have been available 24/7 to meet critical mental and emotional health needs during the pandemic.

Physical and Occupational Therapists are Heroes

15 STRONGER TOGETHER: RWJUH Physical and Occupational Therapists help patients get back on their feet.

Peer Recovery Specialists are Heroes

16 PEER RECOVERY: Certified Peer Recovery Specialists from the RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery offer support to patients with substance use disorders.

To share your thanks or make a donation in support of our health care heroes, visit www.rwjuhgiving.org.