Horizon implements strategies to improve Emergency Department wait times Post (HORIZON) – At Horizon Health Network’s four regional hospitals, wait times for Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale (CTAS) Level 3 patients (patients with urgent medical needs who may need to be admitted) are stabilizing to pre-holiday levels. As seasonal health pressures brought on by a rise in the transmission of respiratory illness in New Brunswick […]
Horizon’s latest Report to Our Communities highlights substantial progress made on critical action priorities Post FREDERICTON – Horizon is continuing to achieve positive results from a number of strategic transformation projects that are helping to improve the way we deliver health care services to our patients. Our third Report to Our Communities, which was shared at today’s Board meeting, highlights work that has taken place in recent months to address […]
Innovative youth substance use prevention pilot project launches in Saint John area Post Saint John is one of four New Brunswick locations selected as pilot site for Planet Youth, a prevention model which focuses on building a positive environment around youth to decrease substance use SAINT JOHN – Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is pleased to be part of a new collaborative, community-based youth substance use prevention pilot in […]
Self-referring mammography program announced Post FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government is expanding its cancer screening program, allowing women aged 40-49 to self-refer for a mammogram. Breast cancer is the leading cause of death for women in that age group; they account for 17.5 per cent of all breast cancer deaths in Canada. While breast cancer is not as common […]
Virtual reality simulation helps train OR nurses in Horizon hospitals Post This initiative is one example of Horizon is providing New Brunswickers accessible and quality health care and a positive patient experience, as well as valuable professional development opportunities to help recruit and retain health care professionals (HORIZON) – Virtual reality simulators have been rolled out across four regional Horizon hospitals, allowing for new innovative ways to […]
Our Promise Page Our Promise is a commitment by Horizon’s leadership team to continue improving the employee and physician experience. It was developed as an authentic, transparent program to help build trust with employees and physicians. Strengthening employee engagement directly improves patient experience and outcomes. The program is also intended to serve as a reminder that retention is […]
Horizon’s 2022-23 Annual Report highlights improvements in critical action priority areas, balanced budget Post (HORIZON) – Horizon Health Network (Horizon) has released its Annual Report for the 2022-23 fiscal year, with highlights including a balanced financial position on regular operations and key improvements across several areas of the organization. The annual report provides an overview of Horizon’s accomplishments, challenges, and statistical and financial performance for the most recent fiscal […]
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Financial barriers reduced for internationally educated nurses Post FREDERICTON (GNB) – The provincial government announced a new initiative today to reduce financial barriers for internationally educated nurses entering the health-care system. The five-year commitment will cover various costs associated with becoming eligible to work in the province for up to 300 nurses each year. “We have taken several steps to address our shortage […]
RHA community outreach teams collaborate to support shelter clients Post (HORIZON/VITALITÉ) – Outreach programs are being expanded to help shelter clients in Moncton and Saint John, thanks to collaboration from Vitalité and Horizon health networks. In Moncton, Vitalité’s Public Health and Addiction Mental Health services, Horizon’s Primary Health Care team, and the Salvus Clinic are coordinating their efforts to improve care for clients at shelters. […]