Pat Horton’s Resignation

Pat Horton, Chief Nursing Officer for WellStar Kennestone Hospital, recently announced her resignation so that she can spend more time with her family, effective Oct. 29, 2010. Pat joined WellStar Kennestone Hospital in 2007 as the Executive Director of Medical Nursing and became the interim Chief Nursing Officer in 2009.

5-Star Nursing Model

A 5-Star Nursing Professional Practice Model, developed by WellStar nursing staff and leaders, recently was introduced to WellStar’s nursing team members. It provides WellStar with a foundation for world-class nursing care and showcases an ideal 5-Star patient experience.

WellStar Focuses on Physician Satisfaction

The 2009 Physician Satisfaction Survey revealed a need for improvement in the ease of care, overall patient care and strengthened relationships between physicians and hospital leadership.

Nursing Leadership Announcement

Mary Lou Wesley, RN, MSN has been named WellStar’s Chief Nursing Executive. She will join us March 29, 2010, and will report to Mike Graue, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer.