Connect Newsletter (Jan. 13, 2026)

Prosper Playground Now Open for Patients

We unveiled the new playground at Cook Children’s Medical Center - Prosper at a special event last week. Before letting the kids loose, our staff had the job of finding out how fun the new playground is. 

It’s officially ready for patients and siblings to take over and we’ve confirmed it’s every bit as fun as it looks. 🎠

Visit Connect Newsroom to see the full gallery. 

APP Fellowship Applications Open 

Are you interested in becoming an Advanced Practice Provider (APP)? 

Apply to the new APP Fellowship Program! This fellowship is designed to support the clinical and professional growth of highly motivated nurse practitioners and physician assistants. 

The program emphasizes hands-on learning through skills practice, simulation, and real-world patient care experiences to help foster confidence and clinical proficiency.

Applications are open until Jan. 23, 2026. Contact appfellowship@cookchildrens.org with questions about this fellowship. For more information visit Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Fellowship Program. 

Click here to view the application on Workday.

New Medical Record Forms Committee CookNet Site Available 

Bookmark the newly launched Medical Record Forms Committee CookNet site. This site will serve as the central location for all Forms Committee–related resources, including:

• Current and archived medical record forms
• Committee policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Meeting schedules
• Form submission, review, and approval documents

All committee members and relevant staff are encouraged to use this site to access up-to-date information and collaborate on Medical Record Forms Committee initiatives.

Important Updates & Reminders

• Outdated Forms Review: The Forms Committee will be reviewing forms last updated prior to January 2024. Identified form owners will be contacted to coordinate required updates and ensure continued compliance.
• Form Owner Responsibility: If you are a form owner and notice that a form you are using appears outdated or inaccurate, please contact us at MedicalRecordFormsCommittee@cookchildrens.org so we can assist with coordinating the review and update process.
• Paper Forms: Anyone who has a stash of paper forms should destroy them immediately and obtain the most current version from the appropriate CookNet page, if needed.
• Electronic Forms: Electronic forms available within Epic should be used whenever possible.
• Approval Requirement: All new forms and any changes to existing forms must be reviewed and approved by the Forms Committee before they can be used.
• Posting Forms: PDFs of forms should not be posted directly on CookNet pages. If a form needs to be referenced on a page other than the “Consents and Other Medical Record Forms” page, it must be done using a link back to the official version.
• Ongoing Review: All medical record forms are required to be reviewed at least every two years. To learn more about our processes and procedures, please check out policy, QM347.

Please update your bookmarks and begin using the Forms Committee CookNet site for all Medical Record Forms Committee activities moving forward and to access the most up-to-date versions of Medical Record Forms. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Medical Record Forms Committee or call ext. 13300.

Have Questions About Your Pharmacy Benefits?

Capital Rx, the pharmacy vendor for Cook Children's, will be onsite to offer personalized support, answer questions, and help you make the most of your pharmacy benefits. Stop by one of the sessions below (no appointment necessary) to speak with a representative from Capital Rx.

Jan. 21 at Medical Center - Fort Worth in Family Support Conference Rooms A&B

• 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.
• 3 - 6 p.m.

Jan. 22 at Medical Center - Prosper in rooms 1621 and 1622

• 10 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Be sure to get your pharmacy benefits questions answered! Visit Connect Newsroom to see the answers to other frequently asked questions. 

Don’t Miss Out: Use Your $25 Quarterly Health Allowance 

Cook Children’s employees enrolled in a Meritain Health medical plan have a $25 quarterly allowance to spend on over-the-counter health care products with OTC Health Solutions, and it’s free to use.

Order online at https://www.cvs.com/benefits or download the OTC Health Solutions app and get over-the-counter products delivered straight to you at no extra cost.

Don’t let your allowance go to waste this cold and flu season. Stock up on essentials like pain relievers, cold medicine, nasal spray, and much more.

For more information, please visit the HR CookNet page and scroll down to the OTC Benefits section.

Wellness Zone Year in Pictures, Survey

As many of you begin new year's fitness resolutions, let's take a moment to look back at some employees' wellness accomplishments in 2025. 

Visit the Wellness Zone's YouTube page to view a “Year in Pictures” video featuring photos of member spotlights and more. Click here to view the video. 

If you have a moment, the Wellness Zone wants to hear your feedback! Click here to complete this survey. 

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