- Nutrition, Wellness, Weight LossGeneral Page Tier 3BlogWant to start making smart and informed food choices? Mindful eating is often more effective than restrictive diets. We encourage you to take time to enjoy food traditions and appreciate the pleasures, flavors and social experiences food can add to our lives. Enjoy food traditions Food and social activities often go together. Food plays a central role in holiday occasions and nearly all social gatherings, which can be good. Research shows that eating dinner together with your family can promote healthier eating and strengthen relationships. Prioritize family meals and take time to enjoy food traditions that come with social gatherings. Take your time In today’s busy world, people often eat quickly and mindlessly. Try eating slowly to help you savor the flavor of your food. Eat one bite at a time, and focus on the different flavors and textures. Stop and take time between bites, put your fork down and enjoy conversation. Eating slowly not only allows you to enjoy your food, but it can also help you eat less by giving your stomach time to tell your brain that you’re full. Be a mindful eater What you eat is important, but how, when, why and where you eat are equally as important. Think about where you eat most of your meals. Many people eat lunch on the go or at their work desks and dinner in front of the television. Take a few minutes out of your busy schedule to find a nice place to mindfully eat instead of multitasking during meals. Each person’s dietary needs are different based on individual health. A registered dietitian nutritionist (RDN) can help guide your food choices while considering your tastes and preferences. RDNs are able to separate fact from fad and translate nutritional science into information you can use. While a healthy lifestyle goes beyond eating more fruits and vegetables, adding them to your diet has lots of nutritional benefits. For a healthy side dish, try making this spicy cauliflower recipe. Spicy Cauliflower Ingredients: 1 head cauliflower 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 tablespoons soy sauce Juice of a lemon (or 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar) 2 green onions, sliced 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce Directions: Cut the cauliflower into large florets and then use your hands to break into very small florets. Heat a large, heavy skillet over medium high heat. Add the oils, cauliflower and garlic. Stir the cauliflower around in the pan, allowing it to get very brown in some areas. Cook for 5–8 minutes, then turn the heat to low. Add the soy sauce, lemon juice and most of the sliced green onions. Stir and cook for 1 minute, then add the hot sauce and stir until well mixed. Serve warm. Sprinkle remaining green onions on top. To learn more about nutrition services at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, visit Luminishealth.org/nutrition-services. Authors By Ann Caldwell, nutritionist and registered dietitian at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. To reach her call 443-481-5555. Originally published March 8, 2016. Last updated July 9, 2018.0
- General Page - Tier 2Nursing Jobs: Why work at Luminis Health? Guided by our R.I.S.E. values of Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence, our nurses are dedicated to enhancing the health of the people and communities we serve. Luminis Health makes career growth and advancement a priority for our nurses. We have a formal clinical ladder program and clinical ladder coaches who can help you advance your professional practice and achieve your goals. Your continuing education is important to us. That’s why we offer financial aid and scholarship opportunities for nurses who want to go back to school. In addition, our Clinical Education and Professional Development department arranges seminars,workshops and more. Together, we provide care for 1.8 million people in Anne Arundel and Prince George’s Counties, the Eastern Shore and beyond. We make it refreshingly easy to access care with a network of more than 100 practice locations, including Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Luminis Health Doctors Community Medical Center, J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center, LuminisHealth Pathways, and Doctors Community Rehabilitation and Patient Care Center. Benefits of working for Luminis Health A supportive environment A comprehensive benefits package A highly competitive wage scale Tuition reimbursement Professional development programs Advance your career at Luminis Health LHAAMC and LHDCMC have established the Nursing Clinical Ladder, a professional development program for nursing staff. This initiative is intended to focus our nursing workforce on meaningful growth in the profession and move nurses progressively to greater accountability for professional practice and complex patient care. It's designed to promote an environment that encourages, rewards and supports the professional growth of the nurse., Nursing Staff ResourcesMagnet® RecognitionLuminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) achieved our third Magnet® designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) in April 2024. as a reflection of excellence inpatient and family-centered care, nursing professionalism and teamwork. Magnet recognition, the highest national honor for professional nursing practice, is awarded to organizations that consistently uphold ANCC’s standards for nursing excellence. Achieving Magnet status signifies a long-term commitment to excellence in quality care, high patient satisfaction, and a culture where nurses thrive professionally and personally. This third designation places LHAAMC in the esteemed ranks of the elite 10% of hospitals in the United States to have achieved Magnet status. This accomplishment places it among the select few, as just over 6% of hospitals nationwide have garnered three or more Magnet designations. , Pathway to Excellence® Recognition Luminis Heath Doctors Community Medical Center (LHDCMC), is part of a premier group of organizations that have received Pathway to Excellence® designation from the ANCC. The Pathway designation is a global credential that highlights LHDCMC’s commitment to creating a healthy work environment where nurses feel empowered and valued. Luminis Health’s nurses are an integral part of the healthcare team, with a voice in policy and practice. Pathway nurses are engaged, resulting in higher job satisfaction, reduced turnover, improved safety, and better patient outcomes. , Practice Transition Accreditation Program LHAAMC and J. Kent McNew Family Medical Center’s Nurse Residency Program achieved its redesignation as a Practice Transition Accredited Program, with distinction, by the ANCC in October 2024. This places us among an elite group of 275 programs, with only 118 achieving this prestigious status. This accomplishment reflects our ongoing commitment to nursing excellence and prioritizing career growth through continuing education.0
- Tips for Finding a Doula1. Start looking early in your pregnancyChoosing a doula early in your pregnancy will give you time to get to know each other and get comfortable with your birth plan.2. Talk to other familiesTalking with friends who have used a doula about their experience can help you start and even narrow your search. Technology – Facebook groups, a Google search for other online groups and forums – can connect you with other moms in your area.3. Talk with the provider who’s caring for you during your pregnancyLet your doctor or midwife know you’re planning on having a doula as part of your labor and delivery team. And if your provider has worked with a doula in the past, they may be able to offer a recommendation.4. Check with doula certification programsMost programs offer national, and even global, online directories of certified doulas that you can search by location.5. Interview potential doulasYou not only want to gather important information about them and their background, but you also need to get a feel for whether your personalities are a good fit.6. Know your Healthcare CoverageReach out to your insurance provider to see if they cover the cost of having a doula by your side during childbirth. Also, don’t forget about your HSA/FSA accounts– they may chip in to help cover those expenses, giving you some extra peace of mind during this special time.7. Trust your gutWhen you choose someone to provide any service, there’s no doubt experience and technical skills are must-haves. But soft skills, such as communication, empathy and teamwork, come into play too. Pay attention to how you connect with and feel when you’re with them. No one knows you and what you need better than you do. Listen to and follow your instincts.ServiceConditions/Services/Treatments PageWelcoming your support team During pregnancy, the right support makes all the difference. Every family deserves a safe, healthy, and positive birth experience. At Luminis Health, we welcome doulas as part of your care team. A doula is a trained, non-medical, professional who nurtures, supports and offers guidance for families throughout labor and delivery, and after the birth. Doulas offer a wide range of services, including help with breastfeeding as well as postpartum care. Watch the video in Spanish. Studies show a doula’s continuous labor support benefits mom and baby in many ways. It can often mean: A more satisfying birth experience Less need for pain medications Less likelihood of needing a cesarean delivery Shorter labor Increased likelihood of successful breastfeeding At Luminis Health, we support the inclusion of doulas as part of your care team throughout pregnancy, labor and delivery, and beyond. *Luminis Health uses a third party event registration service. Please note that EventBrite will be facilitating the event registration process and will handle any personal information collected in accordance with the EventBrite Privacy Policy. Thinking about working with a doula? Find the support that’s right for you through the options below: Explore our list of doulas who have supported families at Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center. DoulaMatch is a helpful resource to connect you with doulas in your community.0
- Infectious DiseaseGeneral Page Tier 3BlogEvery day, we are learning new things about coronavirus (COVID-19) and the way it spreads. The virus mainly spreads through people who are in close contact with each other. When someone who is infected (with or without symptoms) coughs, sneezes or speaks, they produce respiratory droplets that others can inhale. Or, they can get into their eyes, nose or mouth. This is why we recommend that you wear a mask in public spaces, and when you are around other people. And it’s especially important when you can’t stay at least six feet apart from others. If you are infected with COVID-19, wearing a mask may keep you from passing the virus to others. Likewise, other people’s masks may protect you. What Type of Mask Should You Wear? The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that people cover their faces with cloth masks to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Cloth masks should have at least two layers of fabric. You should avoid wearing masks with exhalation valves or vents. These vents appear as a plastic clip on the outside of the mask. These types of masks allow the breath you exhale to come out through the holes unfiltered. This can allow your respiratory droplets to reach others and spread the virus. Personal protective equipment, such as surgical masks and N-95 respirators, should be saved for health care workers and others who are on the front lines of patient care. How to Wear a Mask It’s important to make sure you are wearing your mask properly. Here are some of the dos and don’ts of mask wearing: Do cover your mouth, nose and chin. Don’t leave gaps between your face and the mask. If the mask slips down over your nose, the mask is either loose or too big. A proper fitting mask should contour your face and minimize gapping along the nose, cheeks and chin. Don’t over-tighten your mask, as it may cause skin irritation, injury or difficulty breathing. Do handle the mask by its straps or ties when putting on and removing the mask. Don’t touch the front surface of the mask while wearing it. Adjust mask from the side edges to reposition it. If you do have to touch it, wash your hands or use hand sanitizer before and after. Do wash your cloth mask daily or more frequently, if it becomes soiled. You can wash your masks with other laundry using regular detergent. Don’t wear a mask that is damp. Do put your used masks in a clean paper bag or container that allows moisture to escape. Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer after you touch them. Don’t remove the mask to speak to someone. The CDC doesn’t recommend that children under the age of two wear masks. People who have trouble breathing should consult with their doctor. You should wear masks while observing other safety precautions. Those include washing your hands often using soap and water for at least 20 seconds, or using hand sanitizer, staying at least six feet apart from others, and cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces. We all must do our part to prevent the spread of COVID-19. We are in this together. Author Jean Murray is the director of Infection Control for Anne Arundel Medical Center.0
- Employee Spotlight, Graduate Medical EducationGeneral Page Tier 3BlogOne January day, resident Abdel-Moneim Mohamed Ali, MD, was completing his acute care surgery rotation when he received a call to the Emergency Department to evaluate a patient for an urgent umbilical hernia repair. When Dr. Ali saw the patient, he learned that the patient was also on a waiting list for a liver transplant. He consulted his fellow resident and senior team member, Shyam (Jay) Jayaraman, MD, and, together, they made a decision that would ultimately save the patient’s life: they decided to calculate the patient’s MELD score. A MELD score is used to gauge how urgently a patient needs a liver transplant. Patients with higher numbers are higher on the transplant list. As they suspected, their patient’s score was dangerously high. “The patient’s liver failure was getting worse,” said Dr. Jay. “The hernia was purely excess fluid in the abdomen caused by the patient’s liver failure.” Thanks to Dr. Jay and Dr. Ali’s meticulous evaluation, the patient received a life-saving liver transplant the very next day. When they’re not saving lives, the two might be found preparing for a game of jeopardy. In 2018, Dr. Jay and Dr. Ali competed as a two-person team in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Surgical Jeopardy contest at the ACS Annual Clinical Congress held in Boston. The duo took an impressive second place in the rigorous contest. “It all comes down to teamwork,” they concurred. Pro tip: “Treat the patient and not the imaging or lab value. Look at the whole picture and do what’s best for the patient.” Learn more about GME at AAMC by visiting www.AAHS.org/Graduate-Medical-Education. Watch our video to hear program officials describe AAMC’s unique learning environment for residents, as well as the benefit of a teaching hospital to the community. If you know a great individual or a fantastic team going above and beyond to make a difference, make sure to let us know! Looking for a career in health care? We invite you to join a diverse and collaborative team of professionals working together to innovate the future of health care for our entire region. Check out our career opportunities.0
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