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Monthly Archives: November 2015
Hays Medical Center > 2015 > November
Nov23
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HaysMed Nurse Obtains Certification

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News

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HAYS, Kan. (Nov 23, 2015) – Jessica Seib, RN, BSN at HaysMed was recently certified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.

International Board Certified Lactation Consultants function and contribute as members of the maternal-child health team. They provide care in a variety of settings, while making appropriate referrals to other health professionals and community support resources. Working together with mothers, families, policymakers and society, IBCLC certificants provide expert breastfeeding and lactation care, promote changes that support breastfeeding and help reduce the risks of not breastfeeding. At least 90 hours of lactation specific education that was completed as well as a minimum of 1000 hours of lactation specific clinical practice that was obtained prior to applying for the IBLCE examination.

Seib is the OB/Pediatrics Staff Development Coordinator and has been with HaysMed since 2000.

Nov18
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HaysMed plans events to raise money, awareness about hospice

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News,Upcoming Events

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Staff members at Hospice & Palliative Care at HaysMed are planning fundraising events to support families during difficult times. From left to right are: Ruth Legleiter, Sue Noll, Helen Windholz, Regina Borthwick,
Myrna Kober and Tonia Houghton

Since Sue Noll and her Hays Medical Center colleagues realize there are misconceptions about hospice care, they are helping organize public events to raise awareness and much-needed funds.

Noll is supervisor of Hospice & Palliative Care at HaysMed, which has offered services for 30 years. Its territory is Ellis, Rooks, Rush and Russell counties.

“We want the community to learn more about this special care for terminally ill patients and their families,” Noll said. “Our hospice team of professionals and volunteers care for those in the last phases of an incurable disease.

“Our mission is to help them live comfortably in full accordance with their values and beliefs,” she added.

To relay this message, HaysMed sponsors Community Memory Trees and will participate in the Dec. 6 All American Breakfast at the American Legion.

Memory trees will display brass doves etched with the name of a person being honored or remembered. They will be located in the HaysMed Miller Medical Pavilion and the Dessin Fournir building in Plainville from Nov. 23 through Jan. 4.

The minimum suggested donation is $20 per dove. Request forms are available at physician clinics, HaysMed waiting rooms and at the hospital’s website – www.haysmed.com/hospice. Forms also may be requested by calling the hospice office, 785-623-6200.

The special annual breakfast also will benefit families because a percentage of advance ticket prices will be earmarked for HaysMed hospice. Adult tickets are $8 or 8.50 at the door; ages 12 and under are $3.50; and ages 5 and under are free. Call the office for tickets.

A craft and bake sale will be available at the breakfast too.

The money raised is used locally to help the hospice team support patients and families at a difficult time, Noll said.

The team includes the patient’s primary-care physician, hospice medical director, nurses, social worker, chaplain, therapists and volunteers. Services may be offered in a private home, nursing home or assisted-living center.

“We tailor services to individual needs,” Noll said. “The patient’s primary-care physician orders medication, treatments and other services. Some hospice visits are scheduled, while others are on an as-needed basis. Our nurses are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.”

Because the team consists of many professionals, Noll commented, hospice offers physical, spiritual and emotional care.

“We address physical symptoms such as pain, nausea and breathing problems,” she said. “Hospice also collaborates with the patient’s own clergy to address spiritual care. And our social worker is here for emotional and grief-related issues.”

Noll strongly encouraged anyone with questions about these services to contact their local hospice.

“We want to address any concerns they have,” Noll said. “When a loved one is facing death, there is fear and anxiety. Our team can support them through the last months and days.”

People of any age may be eligible for hospice when their doctor estimates a life expectancy of six or fewer months and they are no longer receiving curative treatments.

Medicare, KanCare and most private insurance cover hospice. “But we care for people regardless of insurance coverage,” Noll said.

“Hospice pays for medications, and medical supplies and equipment related to the terminal prognosis,” Noll continued, noting patients use the pharmacy of their choice. “A patient can discontinue hospice any time and come back if they qualify.”

In addition, hospice offers inpatient care for up to five days at a time when a caregiver needs a break.

“Our team also provides bereavement care for 15 months, which includes one-on-one contacts, mailings and support groups,” Noll said. “We have a memorial service every six months and invite families to celebrate their loved ones’ lives.”

The supervisor noted that volunteers receive training and on-going education. They visit patients and run errands, and help with bereavement, fund-raising activities and other services.

“We are hoping for a good response to our fund-raising events,” Noll said. “In addition to sharing information about services, we want the community to know that we often hear wonderful feedback from families. They send us thank-you notes, and make phone calls and visits to our office. One hundred percent of those who respond to our surveys say they would recommend hospice services.”

The staff is available for community presentations about services, end-of-life issues, advance directives and grief.

Nov16
00

Member of the Month – November 2015

By Hays Medical - The Center News

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Member of the Month

Name: Michelle Dannels
Member Since: February 2002

What are your fitness goals for 2015?

I would like to lose weight and get more toned throughout my body. I have plans to work with a personal trainer this winter.

What is your weekly workout routine?

I attend the 5:30 evening class Monday-Thursday and try to attend most of the Variety classes on Saturdays. I try to run at least 2 miles a week when my schedule allows me to stay longer after the evening class.

What keeps you motivated?

Just knowing that I feel so much better and have more energy when I workout. I feel guilty if I miss a workout.

Do you have a success story to share?

I participated in the Pair Up – Double Down Program at The Center in March of this year and lost 20 pounds. I plan on continuing to work hard to keep it off.

 

Nov16
00

HaysMed Volunteer Corner Gift Shop Holds Holiday Open House

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News

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HAYS, Kan. (Nov 16, 2015) – The Volunteers at HaysMed are hosting their annual Holiday Open House at the Corner Gift Shop located in the hospital. The event is scheduled on Sunday, November 22 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. All Christmas Items are twenty five percent off their regular price.

They have a large variety of holiday décor including ornaments, tree and home decorations, stocking stuffers and gifts. They also carry purses, jewelry and accessories, body lotion and a large selection of Willow Tree® figures.

“The Corner Gift Shop is a great place to shop for the holidays”, said Jodi Briney, gift shop manager. “We are always excited for this season and stocking the store with many different, fun items.”

The Corner Gift Shop is staffed by the hospital volunteers and all proceeds from sales benefit Hays Medical Center projects.

Nov13
00

Hays Medical Center Foundation announces Estate Gift

By Hays Medical - Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute,HaysMed News

Hays – The HaysMed Foundation has received a distribution from the William F. and Joanna L Aubel Charitable Remainder Unitrust. The gift of $217,122 will be added to the Bill and Joanna Aubel Endowment. The endowment is a permanent fund in which the earnings will benefit the Dreiling/Schmidt Cancer Institute at HaysMed.

“This is such a generous legacy from a couple who was very civic-minded, “said Dr. John Jeter, President and CEO of HaysMed. “Bill helped found the HaysMed Foundation in 1995 and both he and Joanna served on its Board of Directors. Their gift will have a significant impact on the Cancer Institute and their ability to continue to offer quality treatment for their patients.”

Ruth Heffel, Executive Director of the HaysMed Foundation agreed. “Bequests play a vital role in the Foundation’s ability to fund needed equipment and programs. We are extremely thankful to the Aubels and others who have included the Foundation in their estates.”

For more information on how to include HaysMed in an estate, contact the HaysMed Foundation at (785) 623-2350, email ruth.heffel@haysmed.com or visit the Foundation website at www.haysmedfoundation.org.

Nov10
00

Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Demonstrate Excellence through Multiple Certifications

By Hays Medical - Emergency Department News,HaysMed News

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HAYS, Kan. (Nov 10, 2015) – The HaysMed Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program congratulates three nurses on their newly earned board certifications! Susan Smith, RN, BSN and Allison Jones, RN have earned the credential of SANE-A (Adult/Adolescent), and Jessica Albers, RN, BSN, MFS, SANE-A has earned the credential of SANE-P (Pediatric).   Smith and Jones are nurses in the Emergency Department and the SANE team and Albers is the SANE Team Leader. Smith has been employed at HaysMed since 2000, Jones since 2010 and Albers since 2001.  HaysMed now has a total of six nurses certified in SANE and one in training.

Credentialing is issued through the Commission for Forensic Nursing Certification. The earned credentials of SANE-A® and SANE-P® designate that the recipient has achieved the highest standards of forensic nursing for sexual assault nurse examiners. Nurse examiners become certified by meeting the eligibility requirements, which include 300 practice hours in the specialty, and achieving a passing score on the certification examination. Smith, Jones and Albers join the ranks of 26 Kansas nurses credentialed in SANE-A, and 11 Kansas nurses credentialed in SANE-P.

This announcement of achievement for the HaysMed SANE Team is further accentuated by the coinciding celebration of Forensic Nurses Week, which is held November 9-13. Forensic Nurses Week is organized by the International Association of Forensic Nurses, a nursing association representing more than 3,300 registered nurses, death investigators, other forensic medical professionals, correctional officers, and law enforcement in over 24 countries.

A forensic nurse is a nurse who provides specialized care for patients who are victims and/or perpetrators of trauma (both intentional and unintentional).  Forensic Nurses are NURSES first and foremost. However, the specialized role of forensic nurses goes far beyond medical care; forensic nurses also have a specialized knowledge of the legal system and skills in injury identification, evaluation and documentation.  After attending to a patient’s immediate medical needs, a forensic nurse often collects evidence, provides medical testimony in court, and consults with legal authorities. Forensic Nurses at HaysMed conduct medical-legal examinations for victims and perpetrators of sexual assault, child abuse and domestic violence victims. The team currently has six trained SANE nurses and one in training.

Show your support by joining HaysMed on Friday, November 13th by wearing lilac- the designated color of forensic nursing- to commemorate the expertise and commitment of the HaysMed SANE Team!

For more information contact Jessica Albers, HaysMed SANE Team Leader at 785-261-7123 or jessica-albers@haysmed.com.

Nov4
00

DeBakey Heart Institute Sponsors Coffee and Conversation on November 11

By Hays Medical - Community Health,DeBakey Heart Institute News,HaysMed News

Hays, Kansas (Nov 4, 2015) – The next session of Coffee and Conversation will be held Wednesday, November 11, at the Hays Orthopedic Lobby, 2500 Canterbury Drive, Hays Kansas. Participants are asked to use the West Entrance.

The program will feature a presentation and roundtable discussion with Dr. Arbin Katwal, MD, Cardiologist and Andrea Harmoney, MS, RD, LD. Topic for the discussion is “Nutrition for the Heart”

The program begins at 5:30 pm with healthy snacks followed by the discussion from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. The program is designed for those who have had Open Heart Surgery, Stents (PTCA), Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) or a Health Attack (MI) and the people who care about them.

Registration is FREE but please RSVP by November 9 to 785-623-5500 or online at

https://aceweb.haysmed.com/wconnect/CourseStatus.awp?&course=15COFFEE04

Nov4
00

Diabetes Solutions available at HaysMed, Pawnee Valley Community Hospital

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News

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Those with diabetes can get a jump on a New Year’s resolution by signing up for educational classes to help them manage their disease.

Hays Medical Center and Pawnee Valley Community Hospital (PVCH) in Larned offer Diabetes Solutions from January through November. The time commitment involved is only two Tuesdays during one of those months, said Tara Roa, HaysMed physician assistant.

Roa noted that classes are scheduled for each month at Hays and every other month in Larned. The hospitals are partners and share resources.

“The goal of Diabetes Solutions is for participants to become active in their own care and diabetes management,” Roa said. “We want to provide avenues to success in achieving their health-care goals.

“Education is the key to empowering people to better manage their disease and avoid complications,” she continued. “We are trying to make this as convenient as possible because we know how quality of life can improve with diabetes management.”

The classes are scheduled for 8:45 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the first and second Tuesdays of the month; a healthy lunch is included. Diabetes Solutions is an American Diabetes Association-accredited program.

“Since different material is presented each day, we strongly encourage people to attend both sessions,” said Roa, a certified diabetes educator and Diabetes Solutions program coordinator. “Participants are encouraged to share information and interact with the group.”

Class topics include: defining diabetes; eating a healthy diet; being active; monitoring test results; reducing risks; problem solving; taking medications; and healthy coping.

“Most patients that have attended Diabetes Solutions have said they wish they would have done it sooner,” Roa commented. “They tell us it has helped them gain better control of their diabetes.”

Anyone with pre-diabetes, or Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, is encouraged to attend.

“We also suggest the patient bring a loved one to the classes. This could be a spouse, child or good friend who lends support,” Roa said, noting there is no charge for the caregiver. “Insurance usually covers the patient’s cost and limited funds are available to those without insurance who qualify.”

A doctor’s referral is necessary.

“Those who are considering the classes are encouraged to talk to their doctor about the value of Diabetes Solutions,” Roa said. “Since November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, this is a good time for patients to raise their own awareness and that of their family and friends.”

For more information, call 785-623-5500.

Nov3
00

HaysMed Hospice Sponsors Community Memory Tree

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News

Copy of 20151102_120231HAYS, Kan. (Nov. 3, 2015) – HaysMed Hospice once again will be sponsoring a Community Memory Tree. With the holiday season approaching you can honor someone special in your life by donating $20 to the HaysMed Hospice. A brass dove ornament will be then be engraved with the name of the person you are honoring or remembering. The doves will be placed on one of two trees located at the Miller Medical Pavilion at HaysMed and in the Dessin Fournir building at 308 W. Mill in Plainville.

For over 30 years, Hospice at HaysMed has lit the community and the surrounding area with hope, comfort and understanding for the terminally ill and their families. Donations enhance the resources available for education, support the volunteer and bereavement programs in their entirety and cover patient-related expenses not paid for by insurances.

Contributions are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. The Memory Tree form is available at https://www.haysmed.com/hospice/. For more information contact the HaysMed Hospice at 623-6200.

Nov2
00

HaysMed Earns Excellence Through Insight Award For Overall Patient Experience

By Hays Medical - HaysMed News,Orthopedic Institute News

Copy of 2015 Healthstream Award Banquet 2Faye Miller, RN, Joyce Dinges, Physical Therapist, Healthstream Representative, Regina Borthwick, RN and Kevin Myers, RN –
Members of the Bone, Joint and Spine Center Team

(Hays, KS – Nov 2, 2015) – HaysMed was recently recognized with an Excellence through Insight award for patient experience by HealthStream, Inc. (NASDAQ: HSTM).  The unit specific award recognized the Bone, Joint and Spine Center in the hospital which also encompasses staff from the HaysMed Orthopedic Institute and Rehabilitation.

HaysMed was awarded this honor for their commitment to excellence in patient care. To qualify for an award, a hospital must have been a patient satisfaction-tracking client of HealthStream in 2014, scored in the 75th percentile or higher, and surveyed a minimum of 100 patients. HaysMed was chosen for receiving the highest ratings in hospital unit specific patient experience from among HealthStream’s 1,200 plus clients, as well as for exceeding industry standards.

“The professionals in our Bone, Joint and Spine Center are some of the best in the area,” said Bryce Young, Chief Operating Officer at HaysMed. “We are so proud of all the areas that contribute to the positive patient experience at HaysMed.”HealthStream CEO Robert A. Frist, Jr. said, “We applaud HaysMed’s high-level commitment to excellence in healthcare, and are pleased to recognize their achievement through our presentation of an Excellence through Insight award.”

HealthStream is the research firm HaysMed contracts with to conduct the government required Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (CAHPS) surveys on patient experience. The CAHPS survey is the first national, standardized, publicly reported survey of patients’ perspectives of hospital and clinic care.

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