Celebrate Caring: Nurse Ian Montgomery works for solutions for reducing hospital falls and staff needle-sticks

Out of hundreds of nominations, nurse Ian Montgomery has been selected for the 8th annual Sunshine Awards in the Celebrate Caring campaign by Independence Blue Cross. Ian, a dedicated nurse, is working on improving patient and staff safety, focusing on reducing hospital falls and needle-sticks caused by healthcare professionals.

Hailing from a background in environmental policy, Ian transitioned to nursing after realizing his passion for combining direct human impact with systems thinking. His nursing journey began with being an EMT, which further fueled his desire to create solutions for common hospital dangers. Ian believes in the importance of leadership and communication when addressing these issues, emphasizing the need to tailor risks to patients' understanding and speak the language of hospital administrators.

His colleagues at Virtua Marlton nominated him for the award, recognizing his efforts in improving patient safety and outcomes. Nurse Ian is currently pursuing a dual master's program in nursing leadership and healthcare administration, further expanding his knowledge and commitment to the field.