Renee Rafferty
SVP Behavioral Health & WellnessChildren's NebraskaRenee Rafferty serves as Senior VP of Behavioral Health and Wellness at Children’s Nebraska and led the development and launch of the Behavioral Health & Wellness Center, a comprehensive continuum designed to transform pediatric behavioral healthcare in the region. With more than 30 years of experience and over 20 years in healthcare leadership, Renee has worked in inpatient, residential, outpatient, crisis, and substance use treatment settings. She is recognized for building integrated, trauma-informed, patient-centered systems of care and for leading complex program and facility development initiatives. Renee is committed to advancing access, quality, equity, and innovation in behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, and families.
E46 – A New Era in Pediatric Behavioral Health
Pediatric behavioral healthcare is in an era of dramatic change. This session explores hospital leadership and clinical perspectives around this chang…Pediatric behavioral healthcare is in an era of dramatic change. This session explores hospital leadership and clinical perspectives around this change, and the impact on design using two recently completed freestanding pediatric behavioral health fa…Pediatric behavioral healthcare is in an era of dramatic change. This session explores hospital leadership and clinical perspectives around this change, and the impact on design using two recently completed freestanding pediatric behavioral health facilities: The Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children’s Nebraska and Intermountain Primary Children’s Behavioral Health Center in Utah. Designed on parallel timelines, each facility is app…Pediatric behavioral healthcare is in an era of dramatic change. This session explores hospital leadership and clinical perspectives around this change, and the impact on design using two recently completed freestanding pediatric behavioral health facilities: The Behavioral Health & Wellness Center at Children’s Nebraska and Intermountain Primary Children’s Behavioral Health Center in Utah. Designed on parallel timelines, each facility is approximately 100,000-square-feet, opened less than one year ago, and employs the latest evidence-based research, best practices, and family engagement in pediatric behavioral health design. Design elements are clinical tools that support safety and healing. Interior environments are aesthetically inspiring and informed by research. Natural light, biophilic elements, and sensory-informed spaces support self-regulation for families and kids. Technology such as virtual reality, augmented reality, interactive panels, lighting controls and interactive games help kids who are experiencing anxiety and stress. These facilities signify a shift in how pediatric behavioral healthcare is delivered, experienced, and valued. They are designed around the principle that children and families deserve compassionate and connected behavioral health care that meets them where they are. A no-wrong-door approach ensures every child will be welcomed, supported, and have their needs met whether outpatient, short term stabilization, inpatient, or ongoing treatment.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More
