Maria Dagraca, RN, from Atwood is latest DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses winner
Maria Dagraca, RN, is the first 2024 winner of our DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national program started by a family that wanted to recognize the great nursing care their loved one received. She has been a nurse at our Atwood Health Center since 2021. Maria, who was recognized at a surprise ceremony […]
PCHC again recognized by NHPRI as a top provider of care delivered to Medicaid patients
Providence Community Health Centers (PCHC) has again been recognized by Neighborhood Health Plan of Rhode Island (Neighborhood) as a top provider of care to their Medicaid patients. PCHC achieved the highest performance for 15 measures in Neighborhood’s network of medical practices. “We are honored to be recognized for the outstanding work that our PCHC care […]
Ralph Chartier recognized with President’s Award for Excellence
It was almost 10 years ago that Ralph Chartier joined Providence Community Health Centers as director of our Capitol Hill Health Center. As his responsibilities have expanded over the past decade, Ralph has consistently demonstrated his commitment to patients, fellow staff, and the community. This is just part of the reason that Ralph is the […]
PCHC first community health center in RI to adopt Epic electronic health record
Following a year of planning, training, and hard work, Providence Community Health Centers has become the first community health center in Rhode Island to go-live with Epic, the most widely-used electronic health record in the world. The October 7th launch of the new system was made possible through the partnership of Providence Community Health Centers […]
Dr. Hewamudalige bringing a focus on quality, teamwork to CMO role
When Dr. Nadine Hewamudalige joined Providence Community Health Centers in 2016, she immediately recognized the impact of the organization’s mission, with an emphasis on each staff member making a difference in the lives of patients and families. She embraced the culture, regarding her colleagues as role models in how community health should be delivered. “With […]
Lori Whittemore, Sharon Joseph honored by RI Health Center Association
On August 17th, Lori Whittemore and Sharon Joseph of Providence Community Health Centers were honored with Rhode Island Health Center Association’s Health Beacon Awards alongside other outstanding health center employees from Rhode Island. The event took place at NYLO Hotel in Warwick. Sharon has been with PCHC for eight years and currently serves as Risk […]
Kirsten Silverman, RN, is latest DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses winner
Kirsten Silverman, RN, from Capitol Hill is the latest winner of the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national program started by a family that wanted to recognize the great nursing care their loved one received. Kirsten, who was recognized at a surprise ceremony on June 21, was nominated by pediatricians Dr. Beth Toolan and […]
Congratulations to the four latest PCHC graduates from College Unbound
Congratulations to Jennifer Rodriguez, Michelle Gomez, Crystal Rosario, and Marimir Lora, the latest PCHC staff to graduate from College Unbound, an innovative, degree-granting college. Our team members received their bachelor’s degrees in Organizational Leadership and Change as part of the largest graduating class ever from College Unbound. There have been a total of 11 PCHC […]
Optometry program celebrates 10-year anniversary
For a decade, PCHC’s Optometry department has been a go-to resource for people in the community who might otherwise struggle to find quality eye care. This year marks the 10-year anniversary of our Optometry service, a good time to reflect on the team members who have contributed to its growth and success. “Thanks to support […]
Don’t lose your Medicaid coverage! Renewals are underway.
You don’t want to lose your Medicaid coverage. That’s why you need to make sure that Rhode Island Medicaid has your current mailing address, phone number, and contact information to let you know about important updates to your coverage. If you received a notice from the State about your Medicaid renewal, it’s important that you […]