Professional Development of Staff

Change is constant.  Nowhere is this more evident than in the medical field. St. Francis is committed to being on the cutting edge of new technology and medical practices. 

In addition to advancement in medicine, St. Francis believes in the advancement of people. Professional Development is a core value of St. Francis Hospitals and one of the areas that Foundation supports. 

For some, this may mean going back to school to finish a degree or to start a new one.  For others it is taking classes to enhance their skill set so that they can bring the most current and comprehensive care to their patients. 

With the support of St. Francis, employees are able to enrich their lives and the lives of their patients through their professional develpment.

Professional Development Services and Programs include:

• The Richard E. Fry, M.D., Memorial Nursing Scholarship provides annual scholarships to assist in the continual pursuit of education and aids in recruitment and retention of the best in the nursing profession.
• The St. Francis Employee Education Fund provides financial support to attendees of specific programs and seminars who then return to St. Francis to teach their co-workers and maximize the impact of funding.
• The Foundation focuses on obtaining grants that promote Workforce Development through education and training.

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