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Volume 3, Issue 5 - February 5, 2010 |
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Saint Joseph - London and Saint Joseph East Earn National Excellence through Insight Awards Saint Joseph Health System has earned three national Excellence through Insight awards from HealthStream Research for outstanding employee and patient satisfaction. HealthStream Research has released the results of its latest study (conducted in 2009) that identifies hospitals that provide an excellent work environment and patient experience. Saint Joseph - London and Saint Joseph East made the list, along with only five other Kentucky hospitals (no other Lexington hospital made the list). Saint Joseph - London was recognized for “Overall Employee Satisfaction & Engagement” (medium hospital category) and for Highest Overall Nurse Satisfaction. Saint Joseph East was recognized for Overall Patient Satisfaction in its outpatient-cardiology unit (cardiac cath lab), an honor it received once before in 2008 (reflecting 2007 data). To qualify for an Excellence through Insight award, a hospital must have been a patient or employee satisfaction-tracking client of HealthStream in 2009 and scored in the 75th percentile or higher. Saint Joseph - London and Saint Joseph East were chosen for receiving the highest ratings in satisfaction from among HealthStream Research’s clients, as well as exceeding industry standards. A formal presentation of the awards will be made during HealthStream’s customer summit, May 19-20, in Nashville, TN. For further information about HealthStream, visit www.healthstream.com. |
In this Issue Are You Today is National Wear Red Day! Click here to learn more! |
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| Saint Joseph Goes Red to Fight Heart Disease in Women Saint Joseph Health System has joined the American Heart Association's fight against heart disease in women by participating in Wear Red Day today, Feb. 5. Employees and volunteers throughout our hospitals are sporting shades of red to show their support for the Go Red For Women movement, a nationwide program that offers guidance and support to help women take charge of their heart health and make healthy lifestyle changes. Saint Joseph Health System is the central Kentucky sponsor of the Go Red For Women movement and is working with the American Heart Association in alerting women to their susceptibility to cardiovascular disease and helping them take steps to reduce their risk for it.
Are you wearing RED Today? • Saint Joseph - Berea: Make a donation to the American Heart Association. A collection box is located in Administration (suggested donation is $5). • Saint Joseph East / Saint Joseph - Jessamine: Make a donation to the American Heart Association. A collection box is located in Administration (suggested donation is $5). • Saint Joseph Hospital: Make a donation to the American Heart Association. A collection box is located in Administration (suggested donation is $5). Not wearing red? Stop by the gift shop for 25%-off all red items. • Flaget Memorial Hospital: Celebrate today at 3 p.m. in Nazareth Conference Room A and B. There will be heart-healthy snacks, a presentation about heart health and a fashion show (see who will model the latest styles of red dresses as a result of your voting donations). You can always make a donation at www.GoRedForWomen.org. Note: Thanks Saint Joseph - Martin for hosting an information/blood pressure screening booth yesterday in anticipation of Wear Red Day.
Watch for Our Super Bowl Ad Watch for Saint Joseph Heart Institute's new TV spot featuring da Vinci heart surgery during the Super Bowl this Sunday, February 7! Tune in for the big game, New Orleans Saints vs. Indianapolis Colts, at 6 p.m. on CBS. Start making your game day predictions. LEARN Module Now Available for Saint Joseph Health System managers and directors have been assigned a LEARN Module which explains the Kronos 6.1 upgrade that will take place February 18. Thus far, only 9.3% have completed this required module. The LEARN course lasts about 21 minutes and should be completed no later than February 15. Users of the Web-based Standard Time and Attendance system (Kronos) will see new features and changes to the look of the computer screens beginning February 18. Standard Time and Attendance tasks and processes will remain the same. Employees who clock in using time clocks or telephones will not see changes. Managers and directors who have questions can call their local HR or Payroll Office once they have completed the LEARN module. Donate to the Haiti Relief Fund Catholic Health Initiatives has contributed $40,000 to two Catholic organizations that have relief efforts and a humanitarian presence in the country of Haiti. The donation was sent to the Catholic Medical Mission Board (CMMB) and Catholic Relief Services (CRS) to provide basic health and human services to the people who have been affected by the damage from the earthquake. Saint Joseph Health System employees can make additional contributions to these two important funds. If you would like to offer your tax-deductible gift, please make your check payable to Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation, with "Haiti Relief Fund" written in the memo and send to the Foundation office at One Saint Joseph Drive, Lexington, Kentucky 40504. You may also go online to www.SaintJosephFoundation.org and click on the link "Give to Saint Joseph," and then select “Make a Donation.” Select "Haiti Relief Fund" on the donation form. If you have any questions, call the Foundation office at 859.313.1705. World Day of Healing, Feb. 11, is CHI Feast Day Each year, Catholic Health Initiatives celebrates three feast days, including February 11, World Day of Healing. This feast day recognizes the broader context for our ministry across the world, expanding global consciousness and appreciation of the diversity of aspects and settings in the healing ministry. It is a day in which we give thanks and recognition to those in our health care ministry, reflect on the Church's teaching on health care, and pray for those who are sick. Merciful God, Heart of Compassion and Source of Healing, hear our prayers for those who are sick and suffering in all parts of our world. Help us to reach beyond ourselves to be truly attentive to the needs of the individuals and communities we serve through our coordinated ministries. Help us to believe that each act of healing we do, no matter how small, reaches out to heal the wounds of our world. Help us be creative and bold in finding new ways to alleviate suffering in our world, inspired by a spirit of innovation and a legacy of care. We ask this through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Salsa Party Today in Berea Saint Joseph - Berea employees are invited to a Salsa Party today, February 5 in the Boardroom at 2 p.m. Employees will be entering their salsa or dip in a contest for other employees to enjoy and vote for their favorites ($1 to taste and vote). This event is sponsored by the Saint Joseph - Berea Employee Council. Mid-Continent University Information Events in Lexington A representative from Mid-Continent University will host information tables at Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East to discuss the degree programs offered by the school. The 18 to 24-month programs are designed for adults with work experience and are ideal for employees in all areas/departments including nursing, business office, human resources, medical records, clerical and support staff. You can take one class at a time, one night per week, and still be classified as a full-time student. Classes are held in Lexington and online. Grants and financial aid are available. Visit with the representative during these times: Saint Joseph East Saint Joseph Hospital Employee Food Drive in Berea There will be an employee food drive Thursday, February 11 at Saint Joseph - Berea. The Berea Food bank is especially low on the following items: peanut butter, green beans and other canned vegetables, and canned meats like chicken, ham and tuna. Other food items, such as fresh and frozen foods, are welcome. Please bring your items to Administration next Thursday and you will receive a coupon for a free drink to be used in the cafeteria by February 19. This project was coordinated by Bonnie McQueen and Chris Schill. Jewelry Sale to Benefit Relay for Life A $5 Jewelry Sale will be held Saturday, February 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Beaumont Farms Apartment Clubhouse (1101 Beaumont Centre Lane, Lexington). All proceeds go to the 2010 Relay for Life. Choose from a selection of fabulous earrings, necklace sets, rings, watches, scarves and much more! Bari Ball in Lexington Saint Joseph Center for Weight Loss Surgery is hosting its annual Bari Ball on Friday, March 26 from 7 to 11 p.m. at Doubletree Guest Suites in Lexington (Richmond Rd). The Bari Ball is a special evening held by the center to celebrate the success of all post-op patients and give thanks to their friends, family and the staff at Saint Joseph East who have contributed to their care and success. Highlights include dancing to a live DJ, karaoke, pictures and light refreshments. Please contact the Center for Weight Loss Surgery at 859.967.5518 if you have any questions or to make reservations. You can also e-mail Amanda Nighbert (Nighbeaw@sje.sjhlex.org). |
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Healthy Meal Reward Cards—EARN FREE MEALS! All Saint Joseph Health System cafeterias will begin offering Healthy Meal REWARD CARDS. If you choose the healthy meal option, which will be offered daily on the menu, you will receive a punch on your card. Only the “Healthy Meal of the Day” will earn you a punch. When you receive 12 punches, you'll earn a free meal. Listen for your facility's details in your Daily Line-Up meetings, and watch for REWARD CARDS coming soon to your facility! Downtown Athletic Club Membership in Mt. Sterling The Downtown Athletic Club in Mount Sterling is offering a special price to all Saint Joseph Health System employees. To receive the special price, at least 40 employees need to sign up! Please contact Rhonda Potts by February 26, at 859.497.7708, to sign up. To see other healthy resources/discounts offered to Saint Joseph Health System employees, visit www.SaintJosephHealthSystem.org. Click on your hospital tab (across the top of the homepage) and under your hospital’s employee section (far left column), click on the heading “Healthy Spirit Initiatives.” Once there, look for your hospital's resources page under “In this Section” (far left column). Weight Loss Seminar in Bardstown Learn how you can get your life back with weight loss surgery on Tuesday, February 9 at 6 p.m. at Flaget Memorial Hospital. Nelson County’s first bariatric/general surgeon, Dr. Rob Farrell, will discuss options now available at Flaget Memorial Hospital’s new Flaget Center for Weight Loss Surgery. To register for this free seminar, call 502.350.5492. Flaget Health Connection Offerings Flaget Health Connection is a service of Flaget Memorial Hospital. It is located at 111 N. Third St. in Bardstown. Call 502.348.7010 with any questions. Compassionate Friends of Nelson County Grief Support Group Blood Sugar Testing A Message From Your EAP Tax time is around the corner, and here are some tips from your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) about the tax preparation process. Maybe these tips will prompt you just to get started. And that is tip # 1.
If you find that Winter Blahs, anticipating tax time or any other “problem of living” is weighing too heavily on your mind, call your EAP and make an appointment to talk to one of our counselors. We can help. Remember: it’s free and it’s confidential. Call your EAP at 800.455.5579 or 859.224.2022. (Flaget employees should contact Mark Cain at the Lighthouse Counseling Center at 502.348.5454.)
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Basic Medical Library Information Skills Get hands-on experience in using our medical information resources, including Saint Joseph’s Virtual Medical Library. This course is open to anyone interested in using these resources for work, study and research for school, or to do research to learn about health conditions or patient/family education. Saint Joseph East Register for this class by logging on to Inside CHI, then click the LEARN link on the left side of the screen. For additional information, contact Laurie Henderson at 859.313.1677. Searching for the Evidence *NEW* This course is designed to familiarize employees with Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). An overview of the definition and goals of EBP is given. The first three steps in EBP—formulating the question, choosing the resource and running the search, and critical appraisal—are covered. Saint Joseph East Saint Joseph Hospital Monday, March 15 Register for this class by logging on to Inside CHI, then click the LEARN link on the left side of the screen. For additional information, contact Laurie Henderson at 859.313.1677. |
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Sharing Our Employees' Histories in Honor of 'Black History Month' Black History Month gives us an opportunity to celebrate the diversity within our system. This month we will recognize several of our employees of African-American descent in InCommon. Featured employees will include those who have worked for the Saint Joseph ministry for several years and who have made a meaningful contribution to our mission. To begin, we'll learn more about Gene Woods, our CEO of Saint Joseph Health System, and then a few of our outstanding employees at Saint Joseph Hospital. Gene Woods, FACHE, MBA, MHA Eugene Antonio Woods, FACHE, MBA, MHA, is a Senior Vice President with Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI), and Chief Executive Officer of Saint Joseph Health System—consisting of seven hospitals and an ambulatory care center serving central and eastern Kentucky. In this role, he leads one of the largest systems in the state and is currently overseeing major expansion initiatives that include the construction of two replacement hospitals, and a dedicated women’s facility. During his tenure with CHI, he has led Saint Joseph to numerous achievements including ten Solucient Top 100 Hospital awards; the American Hospital Association NOVA recognition for community service; the Joint Commission Codman Award; three Kentucky Hospital Association Quality recognitions; four JD Power Service Excellence awards; and three top 25 Best Places to Work in Kentucky recognitions. Prior to joining CHI, Woods was the Chief Operating Officer at the Washington Hospital Center, a 907-bed teaching hospital located in the Nation’s capitol—one of the busiest hospitals in the mid-Atlantic region. Woods has been involved in numerous professional associations serving as past President of the Washington Metropolitan Chapter of the National Association of Health Services Executives, Regent-at-Large for the American College of Heathcare Executives in Washington D.C., and recently completed his term as the ACHE Regent for Kentucky, for which he was recognized with a Service Award in 2009. In Lexington, Kentucky, he also serves on numerous boards including the Lyric Restoration Taskforce, charged with rebuilding one of Kentucky's premier African-American theaters. Additionally, he is a member of the Berea College Board, founded in 1855 as the first interracial and coeducational college in the South. Woods graduated from Pennsylvania State University where he received dual master’s degrees in health administration and business. In 2001, Modern Healthcare selected him as one of the industry’s “Up and Comers,” and he was named one of the Star Executives in the 20 year anniversary yearbook. In 2006 and 2008, Modern Healthcare also named him as one of the top 25 minority executives in the nation. Dwight Badgett Dwight Badgett began working at Saint Joseph Hospital on November 13, 1989. Starting out in dietary, he soon left that department and found his true calling—working one-on-one with people as the "Saint Joseph Greeter." He greeted thousands of people as they came through the hospital door and, being a "people person," loved the job. He became a beloved figure for visitors, families and patients. The youngest of eight children, Dwight said the nicest thing about being the greeter was the people who came back and remembered him. “That makes you feel real good,” he said. After completing his duties as a greeter, he then moved onto the admitting lobby. As a clerk he was still able to meet lots of people coming into the hospital. What he loves most about his job is making everyone feel welcome no matter the mood they carry, “I try to treat them like kings and queens,” he said. Dwight also works three nights a week part-time at the Lafayette Retirement Home. He waits tables for the tenants living there. “We have a good time. They are just like family,” he said. Spending 14 years there, he has come to recognize that he may be the only family that those people see. In the future Dwight hopes to spend just as much time and effort at both establishments doing what he can to help. Saint Joseph Hospital has been part of his life for 21 years and it seems to hold a great deal in his heart. Tracey McFarland, RN, BSN Tracey McFarland, RN, BSN, has been a nurse at Saint Joseph Hospital for 23 years. She graduated with a bachelor’s of science degree in nursing from Eastern Kentucky University in 1986. Her future plans are to further her education by completing a master’s degree in a field with growing opportunities. Tracey’s nursing experience at Saint Joseph Hospital consists of two years as a medical-surgical nurse, eight years as a cardiac telemetry nurse, six years in home health (three as a field staff nurse and three years as the hospital coordinator of Saint Joseph Home Health Services) and seven years as clinical educator, which is her current role. Tracey is a past Black Achiever Awards recipient and is married with four children (Jamal, 17; Braxton, 15; Nikayla, 12; and Isaiah, 8). Cordia M. Parker Cordia joined Saint Joseph Hospital in June of 1975 as a unit secretary. In 1977 she became the first unit secretary to work with the Behavioral Health Service and stayed with that service for 24 years. She became a team player for the communications department in 1999 and she is looking forward to celebrating her 35th year of service on June 23rd this year. Saint Joseph Hospital employees will know Cordia by her soothing voice on the phone or her smiling face, as she often sits at the front lobby information desk answering calls and directing visitors. She is often the first point of contact as someone walks in the hospital doors. Cordia lives in Paris, KY, where she was born and raised. She has one daughter (a real estate agent), who lives in Louisville, KY, and one granddaughter (a freshman at Berea College). Cordia has six sisters and four brothers. |
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Saint Joseph - London Cath Lab Staff Receives Special Training for STEMI Thousands of patients in the U.S. suffering from heart attacks fail to receive critical therapy in a timely fashion, and nearly 30 percent do not receive any reperfusion treatment (opening of the blocked artery) at all. As a result, the American Heart Association created the STEMI Provider Manual. A STEMI is a ST-Elevation Myocardial Infarction, the most dangerous form of a heart attack. The STEMI Provider Manual is designed to educate providers in the rapid recognition and early treatment strategies for patients who suffer from this type of heart attack. To ensure the Saint Joseph – London staff is trained in the recognition and treatment strategies for STEMI; all staff within the Cardiac Cath Lab have completed the manual and passed the exam. The American Heart Association recommends that patients suffering from STEMI receive reperfusion treatment within 90 minutes of entering the hospital. With an average door-to-reperfusion time of 61 minutes, Saint Joseph – London consistently delivers quality care to the patients of central and eastern Kentucky.
Daisy Award Winner at Saint Joseph - Berea Congratulations to Melissa Cosby, RN for being named a recipient of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses at Saint Joseph - Berea. Melissa is a nurse in the emergency department. The award is part of the Daisy Foundation’s national program to recognize the super-human efforts of nurses, and is in place throughout Saint Joseph Health System. Honorees receive a certificate of commendation, a Daisy Award pin, and a sculpture hand-carved by the Shona Tribe in Africa titled “A Healer’s Touch.” In addition, the nurse’s unit is treated to cinnamon buns. You can complete and submit your nomination form for a deserving registered nurse online at www.SaintJosephNurses.org, or look for the Daisy Award brochures and nomination boxes throughout the hospitals. If you have questions, call Paula Keally at 859.313.4776.
Congratulations to the second quarter, fiscal year 2010 recipients of the Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses listed below! Watch for more spotlights in upcoming issues of InCommon. Becky Alexander, RN, Cath Lab, Saint Joseph Hospital |
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Nurses Honored their Favorite Physicians in 2009 Every year, nurses at Saint Joseph Hospital and Saint Joseph East nominate one physician from each campus who demonstrates Saint Joseph's core values on a daily basis while dealing with patients, families and employees, and who provides collegial support to the nursing staff. Recipients of the Nurses' Choice Award respect the nursing profession and value the knowledge and expertise of the nursing staff. In December 2009, nurses honored Dr. Jorge Ang and Dr. Bruce Belin for their collaborative spirit and exemplified core values by presenting them each with a Nurses' Choice Award. They were joined by members of the management and executive team.
In Loving Memory ~ Travis Byars ~ Don W. "Travis" Byars III died very unexpectedly on January 27, 2010. He was only 33 years old. Travis was a surgical technician at Saint Joseph Hospital, working in the operating room since 2003. Director of Surgical Services Linda Watt said Travis exemplified our core values in his work ethic and professionalism, and will be deeply missed by many. Travis was a graduate of Dunbar High School and received his BA Degree in Business Administration from Midway College. He served in the U.S. Air Force. Travis excelled as an athlete and enjoyed participating in soccer and basketball. He was a member of Main Street Baptist Church and was currently attending Southern Acres Christian Church. Please keep Travis' family in your prayers, especially wife Julie and daughters Alexandra and Loren (ages 10 and 2). And keep the OR staff in your prayers as well, as they deal with this incredible loss.
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