Neurocritical Care APP Leads Multistate Survey of Pediatric-Focused Hospital-Based Nurse Practitioners

February 02, 2023 – Tammy Trabosh, MSN, APRN, CPNP-AC/PC led and co-authored a recent article published by the Journal of Pediatric Healthcare, Career Choices and Experiences in Role Transition: A Multi-state Survey of Pediatric-focused Hospital-based Nurse Practitioners. In collaboration with 4 other APPs, the publication examines the factors influencing pediatric hospital APPs' career decisions and their transition to practice experiences.

Jackie Gonzalez Legacy Award: Solfia Torre

December 02, 2022 – Solfia Torre, BSN, RN, of the Dialysis Unit has been honored with the 2022 Jackie Gonzalez Legacy Award. We congratulate Solfia on this exceptional achievement! Thank you for all that you do for our patients and families.

Dr. Sarik receives FONL's Excellence in Nursing Research Award

November 21, 2022 – Congratulations to IPN committee member Danielle Altares Sarik PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC for receiving the Florida Organization for Nursing Leadership's award for Excellence in Nursing Research! The Institute of Pediatric Nursing and the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board are grateful that Dr. Sarik shares her expertise to strengthen the pediatric specialty!

Ana Tyrkala recognized by PerfectServe’s Nurses of Note awards program

October 26, 2022 – PerfectServe’s Nurses of Note awards program honors nurses who deserve recognition for their remarkable resilience and unwavering dedication. In the second year of the Nurses of Note program, PerfectServe wants to shine a light on the integrity, perseverance, and compassion that nurses so regularly display in the course of caring for patients.

Nicklaus Children’s completes new study revising Humpty Dumpty Fall Scale Tool

August 24, 2022 – Developed by Nicklaus Children’s Hospital, the Humpty Dumpty Fall Scale tool is widely used to identify hospitalized children at risk of a fall. The tool, now updated, is anticipated to provide a safer pediatric environment for the hospitalized child.
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Pat Dean Helps with Passage of Seizures in Education Bill

March 22, 2022 – Patricia Dean, APRN, MSN, Epilepsy Program Specialist with the Epilepsy Center at Nicklaus Children’s and longtime collaborator with Epilepsy Florida, contributed to successful efforts to pass bills in both houses of the Florida legislature that will help keep children with epileptic seizures safer in the classroom. The bill is expected to become law effective July 2022.

Deborah Hill-Rodriguez accepted into AONL Fellowship

November 11, 2021 – Congratulations to Deborah Hill-Rodriguez, MSN, MBA-HMA, APRN, NE-BC, for being accepted into the AONL’s 2022 Fellowship class! Deborah, Director of Medical Surgical Services and the Humpty Dumpty Falls Prevention Program ™ was commended for possessing the experience, attributes, and skills that will make her a valuable member of the 2022 Fellowship class and an able successor to future nursing leadership positions.

$20,000 West Coast University Award Supports Nursing Research

October 14, 2021 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital has received a $20,000 donation from West Coast University to support nursing research and scholarship activities.

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Receives Grant to Fund Nursing-Led Provision of Advanced Care Services Via Telehealth 

October 13, 2021 – Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is the recipient of a grant awarded by the Rita & Alex Hillman Foundation that will support the hospital in providing nursing-led advanced pediatric care services via telehealth to families in need.

Dr. Sarik Selected to Join as a Member of the Institute of Pediatric Nursing

July 14, 2021 – Congratulations to Dr. Danielle Sarik on been selected to join the Institute of Pediatric Nursing  (IPN) as a Member. The IPN Committee selects nursing experts who have demonstrated success in the child health policy, advocacy, and community health arena. In her new role, Dr. Sarik will be supporting the IPN's mission and vision as well as advocating on behalf of our pediatric nurses and patients.

Shannon Odell of Nicklaus Children's Health System Recognized by Women We Admire as Top 50 Women Chief Nursing Officer

August 08, 2025 –

Women We Admire has recognized Shannon Odell, system vice president and chief nursing officer of Nicklaus Children's Health System, for her second consecutive year on the Top 50 Women Chief Nursing Officers list, highlighting her significant role in patient care.

NCHS Participates in the Day in the Life of a Nurse Program

October 22, 2018 – This annual event provides high school students with an introduction to the world of nursing. Students and teachers learn about the many career opportunities available within the nursing profession.

Miami Children's Recognized for Nursing Training

August 28, 2014 – Miami Children's Horizons Internship Program for Nurses has been recognized as a best practice program for nursing education by the Nursing Executive Center of The Advisory Board Company.