Nursing at RUMC
Outstanding nursing care in a close-knit, caring community is a strong RUMC tradition. Our values of compassion, respect, advocacy and excellence characterize our nurses’ every interaction with patients. No matter which area they work in, RUMC nurses are first concerned for the well-being and dignity of their patients.
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Academic Medical Center
For physicians, continuing professional development is a must. It keeps them up to date on advances in medicine and technology, and staying current is critical to delivering the highest quality care to patients. At RUMC, we help our physicians access a wide range of continuing medical education (CME) opportunities so they're always on the leading edge.
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Close to You
We’re creating a wellness movement on Staten Island. RUMC is diagnosing and treating residents in cases of illness or injury, and providing the resources, information and support that can help you live longer, healthier lives. Just watch what they say about us.
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In recent U.S. News & World Report Best Regional Hospital rankings, Richmond University Medical Center ranked highest on Staten Island in patient safety and these adult specialties:
- Diabetes & Endocrinology
- Ear, Nose & Throat
- Gynecology
- Urology
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"I've always been a part of the Staten Island community. I raised my family here, I work here and I play here.”
Joseph Motta, M.D.
Director of Urology Center of Excellence
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“You can never put a price on compassion, caring, knowledge, integrity and expertise. That is what you will find here at RUMC. We are dedicated to being your number one advocate, always.”
Grace Lehan, RN, BSN
Staff Nurse in RUMC's Surgical Intensive Care Unit
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"Why do people return to RUMC for their health care? For the caring professionals. A medical center depends on expertly competent and well-trained individuals. How this team cares for people in need makes all the difference."
Brian R. McMahon, M.D., FAAP
Interim Chairman, RUMC Department of Pediatrics
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"RUMC is a solid community hospital whose roots run deep, where the minute you walk in the door you are treated like family."
Vittorio E. Rotella, M.D.
Associate Chairman of Surgery, Chief of Vascular Surgery, Assistant Clinical Professor of Surgery at SUNY Downstate Medical Center
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"People should come to RUMC because we treat you like family. The people are highly trained here, and we treat patients with respect and compassion. It's an excellent place to work."
Paulette Wolny, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Surgery Department
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“I’ve always had great experiences at RUMC. The nurses are so compassionate. I had one of my sons there, and I also had shoulder surgery there. Everyone told me I had to go to Manhattan. I said I’d rather stay here.”
Felicia Colamarino
Patient
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"I started volunteering at RUMC over the summer to get experience. The doctors taught me a lot about why they like helping people. RUMC is definitely a place I’d like to work when I’ve finished my training."
Samantha Salhany
RUMC Volunteer
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“We treat the whole person, not just the disease. We are close to our patients; we serve them intelligently and with the utmost care, regardless of socioeconomic status.”
Jean-Pierre Barakat, M.D., Ph.D., MPh
Member of Faculty Practice
Richmond Care Hospitalist Service
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“RUMC provides expert, academic cancer treatment. Our program focuses on the cancer patient and their family. We believe that the state-of-the-art approach and caring are part of the cure!”
Thomas J. Forlenza, M.D., F.A.C.P.
Director of Oncology
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"It's a great atmosphere here. You never know what's going to come in the door; every day is different. There is just great teamwork at RUMC."
Kristen Netland, RN
Registered Nurse
Emergency Department
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"I've always been a part of the Staten Island community. I raised my family here. I work here and I play here.”
Joseph Motta, M.D.
Director of Urology Center of Excellence
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