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Dawn Kislek, RN, was treated at Encompass Northwest Tucson for multiple gunshot wounds. Dawn is truly an inspiration to the staff and her family for making sure to work diligently to get home to her children! She’s now back to work at her nursing job at Tucson VA!

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Encompass RIT and Northwest Tucson set a goal of raising $5,000.00 for the Heart Walk for the American Heart Association - Arizona. On the day before our fundraiser would close, we achieved our goal! So many staff members from several departments at both hospitals participated and showed their support. We were happy to raise awareness in our communities and make this huge accomplishment for the American Heart Association. #TUCHeartWalk

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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We celebrated our employee of the year recipient by holding a banquet for Yvonne Mejia. Yvonne is the Admissions Liaison for Encompass NW Tucson! Each day, she works to get insurance authorizations for patients to come to Encompass Health for treatment. Yvonne is a deserving Encompass Health employee who truly deserves this honor. We are so thankful for her positive drive and her ability to work cohesively with all staff members.

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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Encompass Health Northwest Tucson has teamed up with the American Heart Association to fundraise for the virtual heart walk this year! Our first fundraiser we hosted was a cookie sale, where visitors contributed $1 to support the American Heart Association and received a delicious cookie in return!

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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Ann, a physical therapist at RIT Tucson, spoke about how inpatient rehabilitation hospitals and the therapy they provide can help get patients back to their lives after a life-changing illness or injury. We value Ann's dedication and expertise!

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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Gabriella and her boyfriend were involved in an accident that left her with serious injuries and took her partner's life. Upon admission to Encompass Health, she had titanium put in her arm and leg and had to relearn to walk and use her arm. Her nursing and therapy team worked hard to support her through her therapy but also in her grief. She worked diligently, so she could get home to her son quickly. Gabriella loved the staff and energy of Encompass Health so much, she came back to work for the team four years later! She has performed several roles, such as a therapy tech, front desk managing and now housekeeping! Thank you Gabriella for you inspirational story and all of your contributions to the team.

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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Our awesome wound care nurse, Tess, set up this fun station in the lobby, so when patients, family or staff passed by she could test their skills on pressure knowledge and promote pressure injury prevention.

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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After waiting for a double lung transplant for 2 weeks Darryl tested positive for COVID-19 in the pre-operation screening. After recovering from COVID-19 and receiving his double lung transplant, he arrived at Encompass Health to regain his strength and mobility.

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Efren was admitted to Encompass Health Northwest Tucson after surgery from a non-traumatic spinal cord injury. He and his occupational therapist, Caitlin, are practicing hand, wrist and arm dexterity on a table covered in shaving cream. He can't wait to regain his strength enough to go home where he lives with his sister who helps care for him.

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson

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We love celebrating our deserving patients. Ozelle Eaton was about to turn 95 and was not going to be able to discharge before her birthday. Our staff put together a surprise birthday celebration to brighten her spirits. Happy Birthday, Ozelle!

- Encompass Health Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Tucson