Heatherwood Celebrates 127 Combined Years of Service Within Nursing Department
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NEWPORT, R.I. — May 6 through May 12 celebrates National Nurses Week! Heatherwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center holds a combined years of service of 127 years among its licensed nursing staff.
The nursing department demonstrates unwavering commitment and expertise in delivering personalized care that enhances the well-being and quality of life of our residents and their families.
The dedicated nursing team at Heatherwood Rehab embodies values of compassion, professionalism, and excellence in care. This week we honor our nurses who are making meaningful differences in their communities.
Heatherwood Rehab, located in the City of Newport, is a 114-bed facility offering short-term rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, respite, behavioral and substance use disorder services, and hospice care. Daily recreational programming, nutritious meals, and housekeeping provide social and emotional wellness while taking away the stressors of daily life. This year, Athena Health Care Systems, the management company of Heatherwood, is notably celebrating 40 years of nursing home management.
This week, during National Nurses Week, we extend our gratitude to our extraordinary nurses who selflessly care for others providing essential care when it is needed the most. We are proud to celebrate a collective 127 years of service within our licensed nursing team!