June SPS Hospital Of The Month 2026
Congratulations to Yale New Haven Children's Hospital for being named the SPS Hospital of the Month for June!
Read what Yale New Haven Children's Hospital had to say about the recognition:
“Being named Hospital of the Month is a tremendous honor for our team. It celebrates the collective dedication of our clinical and support staff who work tirelessly every day to ensure the safest, highest-quality care for children and families. This recognition validates the progress we’ve made together, energizes our team, and inspires us to keep pushing for even better outcomes. It’s also a wonderful way to highlight the impact of our safety initiatives and share our learnings with the broader community.”
On how working toward zero harm has positively impacted patient experience:
“Our pursuit of zero harm has fundamentally shaped our approach to patient care. By embedding safety practices into every aspect of our operations—from bedside huddles to transparent communication with families—we’ve fostered a culture where every team member feels empowered to speak up. This translates directly into safer, more personalized care and a more positive hospital experience for our patients. Families notice our commitment, and their trust in us grows as we consistently demonstrate our dedication to their well-being.”
On how their team motivates each other:
“One of the quotes we refer to often is, “Don’t harm me, Heal me, Be nice to me.”
It’s a simple way to remind us that safety is paramount and linked to improving outcomes and the patient experience. This phrase is stated from the patient’s perspective and reminds us of our daily promise, to do zero harm and put the patient in the center of all we do.
We use this quote as a foundation to also recognize and celebrate team members who go above and beyond in supporting our safety culture—through both formal awards and informal shout-outs. These moments of appreciation help keep our momentum strong and reinforce the importance of our shared commitment.”
We applaud their outstanding work and commitment to patient safety. You can learn more about their work here.