Connecticut Children's Blog

Each November, we and other healthcare organizations across the country celebrate National Nurse Practitioner Week, which raises awareness for the nurse practitioner role and recognizes the exceptional care they provide. Meet two of our nurse practitioners below, and if you know or have an appointment with a nurse practitioner this week, please thank them for […]

After suffering a growth plate fracture earlier this year, 12-year-old Delaney and her mother immediately came to Connecticut Children’s Medical Center for treatment. Delaney’s journey not only inspired her to start a “shorts” drive but to also nominate a nurse whose care and compassion made all the difference in her healing process. Below is a […]

Inspired by Jim Shmerling, President & CEO of Connecticut Children’s Written by Donna Culver Once a year we take a time out to recognize our nursing staff. I want you to know that while we celebrate once a year, I am grateful and admire what you do on a daily basis. The passion, skills and […]

When you first meet Kristina Kaminiski, you can’t help but notice the sparkle in her big brown eyes and magnetic smile. It is immediately clear she’s never met a stranger. She exudes a kind of energy that is both warm and inviting, something her pediatric patients are immediately drawn to. Kaminiski started her nursing career […]