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Podcast: ‘I know the sacrifices they make to get here,’ says Dr. Elizabeth Brown
A senior nursing student chats about her career path
Podcast: New RN and her mentor share what makes nursing at Sanford Health different
Recent Stories
Judy Ryan instilled a focus on quality care and education
Good Samaritan Society’s first woman president was also first clinician to serve in top job
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Adaptive Aquatics welcomes kids with disabilities into water
Sanford Wellness Center programs teach inclusive swimming and fitness skills
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Leading the Society was ‘dream job’ for Mark Jerstad
Sandy Jerstad remembers her husband, grandson of Good Samaritan Society’s founder
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Specialty care workers live legacy of Good Samaritan Society
Minnesota location keeps evolving to care for next community needs
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RN pivoted from photojournalist to award-winning nurse
Patients recognize home care nurse Nicole Bock for her character and compassion
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Former Society leader proud to be part of 100-year history
Dave Horazdovsky retired after 42 years serving residents in many roles, including CEO
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Sanford nurse leads birth center, veterans groups in Fargo
Jackee Haak, RN, shows leadership in hospital and in National Guard
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Student with disabilities helps others with disabilities
Alissa Patterson, Sanford Equity in Education Scholarship recipient, is studying social work
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Scholarship bolsters LPN working her way through school
Meet Salyna Norindr, Good Samaritan Society nurse and Sanford Equity Scholarship recipient
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Speech pathology is a career for student who used to stutter
Balize Nilema, Sanford Equity in Education Scholarship recipient, wants to help kids feel confident
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At 85, veteran is cherished nursing home volunteer
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- Sanford Health Plan president speaks at Healthapalooza
- Fortune names Sanford Health one of America’s most innovative companies
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Sanford Health Foundation
- Cycling for a Purpose: GABR Raises $88,000+ for Local Kids
- Employees Raise $593,863 During 2025 Celebration of Gratitude Campaign
- A Soundtrack for Hope: Big Stars & Pink Guitars Raises $1,098,250 for Breast Cancer
- Fueled by Philanthropy, Child Life Programs Deliver Care Beyond Medicine
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