Meet Marilyn: 9/28

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Meet Marilyn

Meet
Marilyn Schaffner, Ph.D., R.N.

Meet Marilyn Department
Clinical Services Administration

How long at MUSC
17 years total

Primary role as the chief nursing executive
Leading others. I work with more than 2,000 nurses at MUSC. When one leads, one tries to be surrounded by good people and recognize that you can't do a quality job alone.

How did MUSC commit to Magnet
We first began our Magnet journey in 2005 and made the choice to hold back and initiate the MUSC Excellence program. After six years with Excellence, the medical center sits on a firm foundation to begin the Magnet process thanks to everyone's support. The journey not only affects nursing, but focuses on the entire organization moving forward to a higher level of excellence.

Where do you see MUSC's Magnet journey in five years
I'd like to see a big banner out front promoting how MUSC is a Magnet designated organization. Magnet is a continued journey that never ends.

View the video at http://bit.ly/MarilynSchaffner

Friday, Sept. 28, 2012

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