St. Joseph Healthcare

✨ What’s beautiful about St. Joe’s is how our team members come together to care for our community—inside and outside the hospital walls. This weekend was a shining example: 🌿 On Saturday, St. Joe’s team members volunteered their time to clean up and prepare the trail for our Commit to Community event. 🌎 We were proud to host a resource table at the first-ever Multicultural Fair at the Bangor Public Library. 🏃♀️ And on Sunday, the turnout for the Commit to Community 5K/10K Race was incredible! The support for our SAFE Program was inspiring to witness. 💚 Thank you to our friends, families, patients, team members, and the greater community for showing up in such a powerful way.

We’re thrilled to welcome Vanessa Madore, President & CEO of Maine Savings Federal Credit Union, to our Board of Trustees! 🎉 Vanessa brings extensive leadership experience, a deep commitment to our community, and a passion for service that will help guide St. Joseph Healthcare in advancing our mission.

We’re Hiring! 🚨 Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) looking for a unique opportunity? St. Joseph Healthcare is seeking a passionate Baylor RN to join our Emergency Department. This role offers a weekend night schedule (Friday & Saturday, 7p–7a) with the benefit of working 24 hours and getting paid for 36. If you’re ready to make a difference in a fast-paced environment and be part of a supportive team, we want to hear from you! 👉 Apply today and join our mission to provide exceptional care! https://lnkd.in/ef-c9phB

We’re so grateful when our patients take the time to share their experiences. Here’s what one of them had to say: 🗣️ “Dr. Sighinolfi is kind, caring, and knowledgeable. I am so thankful to have him as my gastroenterologist." Thank you for trusting us with your care! 💚

🎉 This Month: Celebrating Sister Barbara Martis! 🎉 We honor Sister Barbara Martis for 40 years at St. Joseph Healthcare! When she started in 1985, nurses wore white caps, the ED had just 3 beds, and there were no computers or MRIs. Yet through it all, Sister Barbara has witnessed—and helped drive—decades of growth, innovation, and compassionate care. She shares, “Our staff is exemplary, always finding new ways to care for patients. Compassion is the ingredient that makes healing complete, and I hope it continues to fill our halls and community for many years to come.” Thank you, Sister Barbara, for 40 years of dedication, guidance, and heart.

👏 Big congratulations to Jason Fonseca, ACNPC-AG! Many of you may remember Jay from our Emergency Department — and now he’s taking on a new role as a Nurse Practitioner with St. Joseph Respiratory. We’re so proud of his journey and can’t wait to see all the great work he’ll do with our Respiratory team. 💚

Congratulations Sue Lee Ross, CNA, our newest recipient of the Sunshine Award at St. Joseph Healthcare! The Sunshine Award recognizes Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who brighten the days of their patients, families, and co-workers. Honorees are selected based on demonstration of the St. Joseph Hospital Values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Excellence. Sue Lee was nominated by Addison Gagnon, Occupational Therapist, who shared: “It is with great pride and admiration that I nominate Sue Lee for recognition as an outstanding certified nursing assistant. Sue Lee consistently goes above and beyond in every aspect of her role, providing not only exceptional care to her patients but also unwavering support to her co-workers. Sue Lee’s dedication to her patients is unmatched. You can always trust that when she is assigned to a patient, they are in the best possible hands. She ensures her patients are up and out of bed several times a day, promoting both physical and emotional well-being, and actively working toward their safe and successful discharge. Her efforts directly impact our patients’ recovery, comfort, and overall satisfaction. What truly sets Sue Lee apart is her kind, caring, and compassionate nature. No matter the circumstances, she always greets everyone with a warm smile and positive attitude. Her presence brings comfort and calm to her patients, and it’s no surprise that they often request her by name. Sue Lee’s attention to detail and her ability to connect with those in her care are nothing short of remarkable. In addition to the exceptional care she provides, Sue Lee is also a team player. She is always willing to lend a hand, support a co-worker, or go the extra mile to ensure the best outcomes for everyone. Her selflessness and dedication are an inspiration to all of us who work alongside her. Sue Lee exemplifies what it means to be an outstanding CNA. Her hard work, compassion, and unwavering commitment to excellence make her more than deserving of this recognition.” If you want to nominate a St. Joe's CNA for The Sunshine Award, fill out a nomination form in person, by mail, or online. Learn more by visiting https://lnkd.in/e7c-GP4X

On August 7, we wrapped up our 11-week Nurse Externship Program—a hands-on, paid learning experience for nursing students from across Maine. Over the summer, our externs: 💉 Worked alongside nurses in multiple departments, building clinical skills and confidence. 📚 Prepared for the NCLEX with weekly review sessions. 🏥 Learned through shadowing, simulation, and skill labs. 🤝 Gave back to the community by volunteering at the Good Shepherd Food Bank, where they packed 240 food boxes for older adults in need. This program not only expanded their nursing knowledge—it reaffirmed their passion for patient care. We are incredibly proud of their growth and look forward to the possibility of seeing them back at St. Joe’s as future RNs! 💚 👏 Congratulations to: Hailee Hartford, Natasha Jones, Kiara Arnold, Riley Chiasson, and Allie Rice!

We’re proud to share that Brad Coffey, Esq., Senior Vice President and President of Covenant Health Foundation, has been appointed to the Catholic Health Association’s Board of Trustees Advocacy and Public Policy Committee. This influential group helps shape national policy for Catholic healthcare, and Brad’s appointment highlights his strong leadership and commitment to advancing our mission.

🎉 Congratulations, Mohammed Shareef, MD! We’re proud to share that Dr. Shareef, Hospitalist, has earned the Best Documentation Award (Hospitalist Category) at the 2025 Apogee Awards — a prestigious honor awarded by Apogee Physicians among more than 900 hospitalists nationwide. This recognition highlights Dr. Shareef’s dedication to creating clear, accurate, and timely documentation that supports patient safety, care quality, and organizational excellence. Please join us in celebrating this incredible achievement! 🙌