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CBC
4 days ago
- Business
- CBC
Horizon CEO touts recruitment push, says nurse vacancies down to 61
A recent hiring spree has set Horizon Health up well for staffing, according to CEO Margaret Melanson, who says staffing-based closures are no longer an issue.
CTV News
6 days ago
- Business
- CTV News
N.B. health network announces five-year strategic plan
The Horizon Health Network has released a five-year plan they're calling a road map that will transform health care in New Brunswick through innovative solutions. In a news release, Horizon laid out four strategic pillars of the 2025-2030 Strategic Plan, 'Transforming Health Care Through Innovation,' that are intended to design the health-care system needed now and in the near future. They are: Transformative Community Care Excellence in Hospital Care Our People at Their Best Trusted Partner in Research and Innovation Horizon said it's committed to ensuring timely access to excellent hospital care by reducing wait times for surgery, medical imaging and emergency room visits. Other goals include supporting health-care workers in the province through a safe and inclusive work environment, and becoming recognized as a trusted partner in research and innovation. Emergency department An emergency department of a New Brunswick hospital is pictured. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) Horizon president and CEO Margaret Melanson said the health-care system will face new challenges over the next half decade. 'Our Strategic Plan reflects a commitment to redesign the way we deliver health care, working in close partnership with our patients, clients and communities, and supported by our dedicated and highly skilled team of staff and physicians,' said Melanson. 'Horizon will remain agile and adaptive as we work to meet the changing needs of New Brunswickers.' Horizon board chair Susan Harley said the plan aims to have a high-performance, transformational health-care system. 'This plan will build upon our previous work and outline how we will achieve our vision of providing exceptional care, every day,' said Harley. The plan was developed through engagement sessions and surveys which were completed by more than 1,400 physicians and staff of the health network. Several consultation sessions with health-care partners, community stakeholders and government partners were also conducted as well as a public survey completed by 214 people in the province. Harley said the input received will guide Horizon's initiatives up until 2030. 'We will continue to offer opportunities for New Brunswickers to provide their feedback and will report regularly on our progress as we advance and achieve our strategic goals,' said Harley. Harley and Melanson are scheduled to speak to the media later Thursday. More to come… Horizon Health The Moncton Hospital is pictured. (Source: Derek Haggett/CTV News Atlantic) For more New Brunswick news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
