A Message from Our Senior Vice President & Chief Nurse Executive

Inspire. Innovate. Influence. These guiding principles define the contributions of Montefiore Einstein nurses each day. Across our hospitals, ambulatory practices and community-based settings, our nurses integrate clinical expertise, scientific rigor and compassionate care to achieve optimal outcomes for our patients and families.

Our Department of Nursing is grounded in a robust professional practice model and a clearly articulated nursing philosophy—anchored in the delivery of safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care. We are committed to fostering a respectful, psychologically safe and healthy work environment, recognizing that supporting our nurses’ well-being directly enhances the quality of care delivered.

Montefiore Einstein nurses are integral members of our interdisciplinary care teams, distinguished by their advanced clinical competencies, critical thinking and evidence-based decision-making. We sustain a research-rich environment that drives innovation, promotes lifelong learning and cultivates a culture of inquiry. Through rigorous measurement of nursing-sensitive indicators and national benchmarking, we demonstrate measurable improvements in patient safety, clinical effectiveness and care experience.

Our nurses extend their impact beyond the bedside—contributing to scholarly publications, presenting at national and international conferences, leading professional organizations and translating research into practice. Their expertise and leadership are shaping the future of healthcare, advancing health equity and strengthening the resilience of the communities we serve.

At Montefiore Einstein, nursing is not only a profession—it is a science, an art and a calling that inspires excellence in every dimension of care.

Maureen Scanlan, DNP, RN, NEA-BC