PPD and FIT Testing Has Resumed

Annual tuberculin screening tests (also known as TST and PPD) and respirator FIT testing began on Monday, July 6, 2020.

This year, new guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommend annual tuberculin screening tests only for certain employees based on their occupational risk.… Read more.

No Harm

Cooper, as a member of the New Jersey High Reliability Organization (HRO) collaborative, also known as New Jersey S.T.R.O.N.G., presents the fifth safety behavior, “No Harm.” Individuals in a safety-first culture always stop when uncertain and sometimes stop just to be certain.… Read more.

HRO Training Returns in July

As part of Cooper’s commitment to the safety of our patients and staff, we will resume High Reliability Organization (HRO) training in July. The classes are available via in-person and virtual sessions.

During in-person training, there will be a decreased number of participants in the room.… Read more.

Celebrating Our Patient Care Services Nursing Assistants, Companions, and Patient Care Technicians at Cooper


Thursday, June 18, 2020, marked the beginning of the 43rd annual National Nursing Assistants’ Week. Cooper Chief Nursing Officer and Senior Vice President Kathy Devine, DrNP, RN, shared these remarks on behalf of the entire Senior Nursing team:

“This week provides a timely opportunity to foster and highlight the incredible work of Cooper University Health Care nursing supportive care team members.… Read more.

Amazing Support for Cooper

During the past three months, The Cooper Foundation has received hundreds of donations in support of our doctors, nurses, and front line professionals providing care for patients during this pandemic.

From critical PPE and meal deliveries, to iPads and toys for our littlest patients, it’s amazing to see the community come together to support Cooper in this time of need.… Read more.