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November 13, 2023 / 2023 Connecticut's Healthcare Heroes Awards

2023 Healthcare Hero: Jessica Mancarella

Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, Yale New Haven Health System   Trauma Program Manager   Emergency Department  
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Winner Category | Advancement in Healthcare - Prevention

Jessica Mancarella has 15 years of experience in critical care and emergency nursing, and is currently the trauma program manager at Lawrence + Memorial Hospital. She is responsible for providing the tools and information necessary to provide care to injured patients and addressing preventable causes of injury in the community.

What have been your significant contributions to your organization in the past year?

I created and presented education for healthcare providers across many departments, including the emergency department, operating room, surgical floors and critical care areas, and promoted system changes to support the care of patients admitted with injuries.

I was published in Nursing 2023, sharing helpful techniques from a mindfulness intervention I implemented to reduce stress and decrease burnout, with the intent to care for the nurses and healthcare heroes who give so selflessly.

I facilitated 13 nationally developed Stop the Bleed programs that trained 189 community members on potentially life-saving techniques.

What’s your next major goal and/or challenge?

I am currently studying to take the exam to become a trauma certified registered nurse to increase my knowledge, stay current and inspire potential improvements.

Tell us about a challenge in your job that you were able to overcome.

My biggest challenge is me. I don’t always achieve work-life balance, but the teams I work with across the hospital are amazing, making coming to work fun and enjoyable.

They encourage me to set limits, break goals into smaller chunks with achievable timelines, and work with me to achieve them.

Personal Side

Favorite way to relax: With friends and family near the water

Hobbies: Crochet, hiking, reading

Favorite movie: “Jaws”

Currently reading: “Redefining Realness,” by Janet Mock

Favorite cause: The Nature Conservancy because this organization does some good for all and is active in CT.

Fun fact: Being from Charlotte, North Carolina, I am a huge Carolina Panthers football fan.

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