Quantifying Excellence
Mount Sinai Nursing has a rich history of advancing nursing practice, in New York City and around the world. Every year, Mount Sinai nurses contribute to the science and practice of nursing by presenting at conferences, publishing articles, securing competitive grant funding, and earning recognition through professional awards.
To help us recognize these accomplishments, please complete the form below. Thank you for all you do to care for our patients, their families, and your colleagues. Because of your commitment, we continue to create excellence together.
If you would like to submit a conference abstract, journal manuscript, or funding application but aren’t sure where to begin, the CNRI maintains a suite of research resources for nurses at Mount Sinai. Visit the Research Roadmap, view the CNRI’s YouTube Library, and email any inquiries to CNRI@mountsinai.org.
1/24/24 – Publication
Co-Author:
Bevin Cohen, PhD, MPH, MS, RN, Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System; Associate Professor, Brookdale Department of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Journal:
Cancer Nursing
1/18/24 – Publication
Co-Author:
Roberto Galao Malo, DNP, RN, ACNP-BC, FNP-BC, Mount Sinai Hospital
Title:
Implementing an evidence-based guideline to decrease opioids after cardiac surgery
Journal:
Journal of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners
1/17/2024 – Award or Recognition
Recipient:
Kimberly Souffront, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, FAAN, Associate Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System; Core Faculty, Institute for Health Equity Research; Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai
Award Name:
2024 Estelle Osborne Award
Awarding Organization:
NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing
Purpose of Award:
The Estelle Osborne Award honors African American and black nursing alumni and faculty who have advanced the professional development of nurses, have served as role models, and continue to be active leaders in the nursing profession.
12/13/23 – Presentation
Presenters:
Jacqueline Zeigler, RN, MSN, Clinical Nurse Manager, Mount Sinai Hospital
Germaine C. Nelson, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPXP, CEN
Charles Milton Joyner II, BSN, RN, FNP-S
Nalini Dookie BSN RN CCM
Liliya Milman RN, BSN, CMGT-BC
Monica Pierre RN, BSN
Title:
Wellness at Work: Optimizing a Safe Space for Staff to Engage in Stress Reduction, Well-Being, and Renewal
Location:
Mount Sinai Health System 2nd Annual Ambulatory Care Nursing Symposium
12/11/23 – Publication
Authors:
Jonathan Nover, MBA, RN, Senior Director of Nursing, Mount Sinai Queens
Geneline Barayuga, MSN, RN, Nurse Manager, Critical Care Services, Mount Sinai Queens
Francelia Thomas, BSN, RN, Curse Manager, Emergency Department, Mount Sinai Queens
Joren Lederman, BSN, RN, CCRN, ICU Clinical Nurse, Mount Sinai Queens
Jeremy Enorme, BSN RN, ICU Clinical Nurse, Mount Sinai Queens
Maria Dearmas, BSN, RN, ED Clinical Nurse, Mount Sinai Queens
Title:
A Nurse-Led QI Project to Reduce ED to ICU Transition Time
Journal:
Off the Charts blog of the American Journal of Nursing
12/8/23 – Presentation
Presenters:
Elvira Solis, MSN, RN, CCRN, Mount Sinai Queens
Andrea Barbosa, MSN, RN, CCRN, Mount Sinai Queens
Geneline Barayuga, MSN, RN, Mount Sinai Queens
Jonathan Nover, MBA, RN, Mount Sinai Queens
Migmar Chokey, BSN, RN, Mount Sinai Queens
Title:
A Multidisciplinary Ventilator Weaning Protocol and Education Impact on ICU Ventilator Days and Length of Stay
Location:
1199 RN Symposium 2023 (Third Prize in Quality Category)
12/8/23 – Publication
Co-Author:
Jared Kutzin, DNP, MS, MPH, RN, FSSH, Associate Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Senior Director, Mount Sinai Hospital STAR Center
Title:
Exploring distance simulation educator technological competence: Use of a nominal group technique
Journal:
Teaching and Learning in Nursing
12/6/23 – Publication
Author:
Kristelle Garcia, MSN, RN, CMSRN, NPD-BC, Clinical Program Manager, Mount Sinai Queens
Title:
Pearls of wisdom for new nurse preceptors
Journal:
Nursing2023
12/1/23 – Appointment
Appointee:
Robin Ferrer, MBA, MSN, RN, Vice President of Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Health System
Appointment Title:
Fellow
Organization:
New York Academy of Medicine
Appointment Description:
NYAM Fellows are top practitioners, academics and policy makers in their fields, which span medicine, nursing, social work, public health, administration, health policy, pharmacy, dentistry, law and government.
11/12/23 – Presentation
Presenter:
Yehwon Lee, MSN, FNP-BC, RN, Oncology RN, MSHS
Title:
Impact of scalp cooling therapy on quality of life in breast cancer patients receiving chemotherapy
Location:
Sigma 47th Biennial Convention
11/9/23 – Award or Recognition
Recipient:
Cristina Cellucci, MSN, RN, SAFE, Director of Emergency Nursing, Mount Sinai South Nassau
Award Name:
2023 Excellence in Healthcare Award
Awarding Organization:
Long Island Herald
Purpose of Award:
The 2023 Herald Excellence in Healthcare Awards recognizes healthcare professionals for their impact in the Long Island community, unrivaled research and innovative programs and services.
11/8/23 – Award or Recognition
Recipient:
Josephine Agyei, BSN, RN, Clinical Nurse, Mount Sinai Hospital
Award Name:
2023 Under 40 Award
Awarding Organization:
National Black Nurses Association
Purpose of Award:
Awarded to NBNA nurses under the age of 40 who are rocking the nursing world through professional and educational achievement, leadership and civic involvement in their NBNA chapters and in the communities they serve
10/7/23 – Presentation
Presenter:
Fernand De Los Reyes, PhD, RN, PMH-BC, Staff Nurse, Mount Sinai Morningside
Title:
Evaluating Cholesterol Biomarker, Treatment & Socio-Demographic Factors of Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Retention
Location:
37th Annual Conference of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA)
10/17/2023 – Publication
Journal:
Practical Implementation of Nursing Science
Publication Authors:
Kristina Gazivoda, MPH, RN, OCN, Patient Care Manager of Infusion Services, Phelps Hospital, Northwell Health
Jessica Parra, MS, RN, Clinical Program Manager, Cancer Services, Mount Sinai Health System
Toby Bressler, PhD, RN, OCN, FAAN, Senior Director of Nursing for Oncology and Clinical Quality, Mount Sinai Health System, Associate Professor Medical Oncology, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, United States
9/25/2023 – Funding Notice
Project Title:
Be Your Own Voice: Advance Care Planning for Patients at Risk of Becoming Incapacitated with No Evident Advance Directives or Surrogates
Recipient:
Bevin Cohen, PhD, MPH, MS, RN, Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System, Associate Professor, Brookdale Department of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Sponsor:
The Rita and Alex Hillman Foundation
Funding Amount:
$50,000
9/25/2023 – Appointment
Appointee:
Jared Kutzin, DNP, MS, MPH, RN, FSSH, FAAN, Associate Professor, Emergency Medicine & Medical Education, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Senior Director of Simulation, Emergency Medicine, Mount Sinai Hospital
Appointment Title:
President-Elect
Organization:
Society for Simulation in Healthcare
9/22/2023 – Appointment
Appointee:
Kimberly Souffront, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, Associate Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System, Core Faculty, Institute for Health Equity Research, Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai
Appointment Title:
Fellow
Organization:
American Academy of Nursing
9/20/2023 – Publication
Journal:
Nursing Outlook
Publication Authors:
Sarah Nowlin, PhD, MSN, RN, Nurse Scientist, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Assistant Professor, Department of Population Health Science and Policy, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai
Kimberly Souffront, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, Associate Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System, Core Faculty, Institute for Health Equity Research, Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai
Bevin Cohen, PhD, MPH, MS, RN, Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System, Associate Professor, Brookdale Department of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.
9/20/2023 – Publication
Journal:
Clinical Therapeutics
Publication Author:
Shira Winter, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, Nurse Scientist, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation; Assistant Professor, Divisions of General Internal Medicine and Hospital Medicine, Department of Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
8/23/2023 – Funding Notice
Project Title:
Translational Research and Implementation Science for Nurses (TRAIN) Program
Recipient:
Kimberly Souffront, PhD, RN, FNP-BC, Associate Director, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation, Mount Sinai Health System, Core Faculty, Institute for Health Equity Research, Assistant Professor, Department of Emergency Medicine, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital, Adjunct Assistant Professor, Phillips School of Nursing at Mount Sinai
Sponsor:
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)
Funding Amount:
$740,000
8/11/2023 – Publication
Journal:
Journal of Hospital Infection
Publication Authors:
Jemilat Siju, DNP, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, OCN, Vice President and Chief Nursing Officer for Ambulatory Care, Mount Sinai Health System
Uzoma Anagboso, MSN, RN, Ambulatory Care Nursing, Mount Sinai Health System
Eumenide Vernet MSN, RN, AGNP, OCN, NEA-BC, Ambulatory Care Nursing, Mount Sinai Health System
Marie Moss, MPH, BSN, RN, CIC, CPHQ, FAPIC Director of Infection Prevention, Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Waleed Javaid, MD, Director of Infection Control and Prevention, Chief Hospital Epidemiologist, Mount Sinai Health System
Kelly Cassano, DO, Senior Vice President for Ambulatory Operations, Mount Sinai Health System
8/1/2023 – Funding Notice
Project Title:
Identifying Subcultural Palliative Care Needs for Latino Patients with Advanced Dementia and Their Caregivers
Recipient:
Leah V. Estrada, PhD, RN, Nurse Scientist, Center for Nursing Research and Innovation; Instructor, Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Medicine; Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Research Training for the Care of Vulnerable Adults with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias and Other Chronic Conditions, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Sponsor:
National Palliative Care Research Center
Funding Amount:
$198,000