Cape Fear Valley Medical Center Recognized For Pediatric Nurse Staffing

FAYETTEVILLE – The Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (PCNB) has recognized Cape Fear Valley’s Children’s Center and Children’s Emergency Department for having at least five certified pediatric nurses on staff.

The certified pediatric nurses at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center are: Ida Zuniga, RN, BSN, CPN; Patricia Brady, RN, BSN, CPN; Amy Frazier, RN, CPN; Cheryl Norris, RN, BSN, CPN; Jacquelyn Allen, RN, CPN; and Lorena Sanchez, RN, CPN, CPEN.

Cape Fear Valley is just one of 16 hospitals in the state and one of approximately 300 nationwide to receive the distinction, which recognizes the pursuit of excellence in the pediatric nursing field.

Hospitals that achieve the “5 or More” distinction receive a commemorative certificate and are listed on the PCNB’s website at http://www.pncb.org/ptistore/control/news/hospitals_with_cpns.

Bladen Kids’ Care To Offer Pediatric Care Six Days A Week

ELIZABETHTOWN – Parents of sick children will soon be able to take their children to the pediatrician in the evenings after work and on Saturday.

On Jan. 3, Bladen Kids’ Care will begin offering pediatric services six days a week from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Jose Buenaseda, M.D., will join Nileshwa Senthe, M.D., in caring for children from birth through adolescence at their practice on 300 East McKay Street in Elizabethtown.

Dr. Buenaseda formerly practiced in Fayetteville. He received his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas in The Philippines in 1998 and completed a residency in pediatrics at Jersey City Medical Center in Jersey City, N.J. in 2006. Dr. Buenaseda is board certified in pediatrics.

Parents may call 862-5500 for an appointment weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walk-ins are welcomed after 5 p.m. weekdays and on Saturdays. However, for shorter wait times, it is recommended they call the after-hours number, 862-2122.