NEW YORK, Aug. 04, 2017 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the current standing Regional Director of The Oncology Nurse Education Team at AbbVie Labs, Jason Rothaermel is being recognized as one of “America’s Best Nurses” by the American Health Council for his expertise in Oncology.
Graduating with his RN and BSN from Kent State University (1998), and later his Marketing-focused MBA from Florida Institute of Technology (2010), Rothaermel holds 5 years in his current role as Field Medical Regional Director of Medical Affairs and 19 years within the healthcare industry. He became engaged in his profession after realizing he had an inborn drive to help others and making a positive impact on the lives of as many cancer patients as possible.
Day to day responsibilities for Rothaermel include managing a team of highly-trained Oncology Clinical Educators, being tasked with the education of Allied Health practitioners on various Oncology disease states as well as Novel Therapeutics, ensuring the best outcomes of those afflicted with cancer. Rothaermel aspires to continue to empower as many Allied Health care professionals through education to be the best possible advocates for their patients. Through scientific translation and clinically meaningful information, Rothaermel hopes his patients can practice this philosophy to better the lives of individuals with cancer.
Rothaermel is honored to be a member of the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), who are “committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care.” Among his other professional associations are the Advanced Practitioner Society of Hematology and Oncology (APSHO), the American Association of Physician Assistants (AAPA/AAPO), the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ONS), and the American Society of Hematology (ASH).
Personal achievements of Mr. Rothaermel include being a youth football coach, a member of the Crossfit community, and a member of the local high school’s athletic boosters. He attributes his success to his wife, mentors, and physicians who put their trust in him.
In his spare time, Rothaermel enjoys reading, practicing Crossfit with his sons, and spending time with his wife and family.
About the American Health Council:
The American Health Council is the nation’s only organization with a constituency representative of all sectors of the healthcare industry. From the coasts to the heartland, the American Health Council has drawn Affiliates from major metropolitan hubs and small communities. These Affiliates span generations and have reached different stages of their careers — from recent graduates to retirees. More information about the American Health Council and its mission can be found at: http://americanhealthcouncil.org
Additionally, the American Health Council strives to provide recognition and support for those individuals and institutions making the difference in patients’ lives day in and day out. Throughout 2017, the AHC is honoring “America’s Best Doctors and Nurses,” as well as the nation’s best medical universities and hospitals. The American Health Council’s “Best in Medicine” and “Best in Nursing” awards programs honor the individuals and institutions that have contributed significantly to medicine and nursing, as well as the training and education of physicians and nurses. The most current selections for these honors may be viewed here: http://bestinmedicine.org and http://bestinnursing.org.
CONTACT: For more information, please contact: Elizabeth Moore American Health Council Hauppauge, NY United States Phone: 1-212-390-0214 Email: media@americanhealthcouncil.org
