February 13, 2020 February is American Heart Month Page 2 Latrobe Woman Helping Adults and Children Deal with Grief Page 2 Nursing Awards and Recognitions Nominations Now Open Page 3 Invite Friends and Family to the Excela Health and MedCare Job Fair Page 4 In the News Employee Engagement Dates to Know New Faces
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Excela Health Receives Blue Distinction® Centers for Knee and Hip Replacement Designation Excela Health is proud to announce that it is among a select group of hospitals and facilities that received the Blue Distinction® Centers for Knee and Hip Replacement designation. Facilities designated as Blue Distinction Centers® for Knee and Hip Replacement demonstrate expertise in total knee and total hip replacement surgeries, resulting in fewer patient complications and hospital readmissions. Designated facilities include hospitals (with and without an onsite Intensive Care Unit) and Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASC). All designated facilities must maintain national accreditation, and ASCs are also required to have an advanced orthopedic certification. In addition to meeting these quality thresholds, hospitals designated as Blue Distinction® Centers+ are on average 20 percent more cost-efficient in an episode of care compared to other facilities.
CEO John Sphon among Pennsylvania Business Central's Top 100 People Excela Health Chief Executive Officer John Sphon is among Pennsylvania Business Central's Top 100 People for 2020 and featured in the publication's January edition. Each year this business to business publication, headquartered in State College, is distributed over a 23-county area, highlighting 100 people in business and economic development who have made a dynamic impact on their organizations and communities. The recognition is based on nominations from chambers of commerce, community leaders and the readership base of 40,000.
Hempfield Baby First to Benefit from Breathing Aid and Donated Milk at Westmoreland Hospital "The maternity center’s two new bubble CPAP devices are a 'game-changer'" said Diane Shope, respiratory care supervisor at Excela Westmoreland. “We’re ecstatic that we can offer this. We’ll be able to keep babies in the community, so they can be with their families and they don’t need to travel to Pittsburgh.” Read the full article here.
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In the News Local health professionals say coronavirus outbreak in region is unlikely “Individuals should be more concerned if they have traveled to the areas, specifically Wuhan, China, within the past 14 days or if they have been in the company of someone that has traveled to Wuhan, China in the past 14 days,” said Kathleen Rosatti, MSN, RN, director of medical outcomes, patient safety and infection control at Excela Health. Read more. Latrobe Woman Helping Adults and Children Deal with Grief “Imagine a child who has lost someone they loved,” Maureen Ceidro, Excela Home Health Care and Hospice bereavement counselor, said. “It is very upsetting. It is life-changing” for them. Read more.
February is American Heart Month February is a month all about hearts…candy hearts, Valentine hearts…but most importantly, American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease (heart disease and stroke combined) takes the lives of approximately 2,300 people every day. More people are being diagnosed with heart disease at a young age and while the medical community continues to advance treatment options, prevention is key. Over the past year, the Excela Health Cardiovascular program has grown. The program has added cardiothoracic surgeons, interventional cardiologists and expanded service to include a Claudication Clinic, a recently renovated EP lab and will be adding transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) in the coming year. Whether helping patients with prevention tactics, or treating an existing cardiovascular issue, the Excela Health Cardiovascular program continues to support our community and expand the services available in Westmoreland County.
Start a Heart Healthy Diet During American Heart Month During American Heart Month include heart-healthy options to improve your diet. Dr. Nevin Baker, interventional cardiologist, provides tips on keeping your heart healthy. Click here to learn more.
Indigestion or Heart Attack Dr. Howard Brumberg discusses the difference between indigestion and a heart attack and learn about preventative measures you can take to keep your heart healthy. Click here to learn more.
Heart Care Expo- February 28 Stop by the Memorial Conference Center at Westmoreland Hospital on February 28 between 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to hear about Excela’s advances in heart health technologies, procedures, and treatments. Representatives from Excela Health Cardiology, Edwards LifeScience, Abiomed, and SpecialtyCare, will be on-site to display tools and share valuable insights about Excela's heart program capabilities. Attendees will receive a participation card to be stamped at each of the stations, and can be turned into the Westmoreland Hospital cafeteria for a FREE small beverage and cookie. Valid Friday, February 28 only.
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Employee Engagement New EAP Online Seminar Available: February 18 On February 18, Washington EAP services will release a new online seminar free to Excela Health employees to help manage common workplace stressors. This session provides information and techniques to effectively address professional and workplace concerns. For access to the webinar click here, using the Work-Life login code “excela” and clicking on “Online Seminars” to find all available seminars.
Kudos & Recognition Thank you Excela Health Laurel Surgical Center “If you know what the ‘golden buzzer’ is the staff here deserves it! I recently had a procedure done at Laurel, and the staff could not have been better! Thank you for being awesome!”
Department/Service Line Recognitions 2/18, Critical Care Transport Nurses Day
Nursing Awards and Recognitions Nominations Now Open Its that time of year again! Nominations are being accepted for Cameo of Caring, Friends of Nursing, Nurse Resident, Outstanding Care Team Member and Advanced Cameo of Caring. The due date for all nominations is March 1. Click here for more details and to nominate.
Outpatient Pharmary New Hours
Want to have your department/service line recognized? Click here to submit information.
Construction Update: Westmoreland Emergency Department The Westmoreland Emergency Department entrance is currently being upgraded. The main construction affects the security office and installing additional security measures to the area. The work is being done during day shift and is expected to wrap-up mid April.
Starting March 1, 2020 The Westmoreland Outpatient Pharmacy hours will be: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Share Your Story Have something that you would like to share with the Excela Insight staff for future editions? Email information to insight@excelahealth.org
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In the Community Ash Wednesday- February 26 The blessing and administration of ashes will be available at the following locations and times: Westmoreland Hospital, Conference Room A 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Corporate Services Center, First Floor Conference Room 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Latrobe Hospital, South Conference Room 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Excela Square at Frick, Conference Room 2 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Excela Square at Norwin, Atrium 9:15 to 11:15 a.m. Excela Square at Latrobe, Community Room 9 to 10 a.m.
Invite Friends and Family to the Excela Health and MedCare Job Fair Join Excela Health and MedCare Equipment Company for on-site interviews with hiring managers. Click here to view all open positions at Excela Health.
Dates to Know Ideal Protein
Collective Goods
Blood Drive
The Excela Health Weight Management Center is now an independent authorized clinic for Ideal Protein, a structured diet intervention weight loss program. Attend an information session to learn more: • 2/19, 11 a.m. to noon, Westmoreland Hospital
Fresh finds for everybody, including books, electronics, home goods, kids gifts and more. • 2/25, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 2/26, 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 2/27, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Excela Square Latrobe, Community Room Proceeds benefit the Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society. Payroll deduction is available for employees.
The American Red Cross supplies 99% of the blood needed at Excela Health. • 2/28, 12:30 to 5:30 p.m., Excela Square Frick • 2/28, 12:30 to 6 p.m., Excela Square Latrobe For locations and to register online visit: www.redcross.org
Café Conference Room 2
• 2/26, 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Westmoreland Hospital Café Conference Room 2
Click here for more details or call 1-877-771-1234 to RSVP.
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Colorectal Cancer Presentation Discussion includes overview of disease and how to reduce risk, screening options, surgical interventions, and state-of-the-art techniques. Presenters include Jason Thomas, MPAS, PA-C, Douglas Klions, MD and Lorenzo Bucci, MD • 2/29, 10 a.m., Excela Square Latrobe Click here to register or call 1-877-771-1234 to RSVP. (Registration closes 2/25)
New Faces Frick Hospital
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Environmental Services: Martin Majercak Jr., Environmental Services Technician
Advanced Pain Center: Latrobe Ellen Kovacevic, BSN Ear Nose Throat (ENT): Kerrie Bizup, Patient Information Coordinator Family Medicine: Delmont Family Medicine Susan Garzone, Patient Information Coordinator Wound Center: Charles Amadee M.D. (Part time)
Latrobe Hospital Clinical Resource Management: Lisa Schimizzi, Social Worker MSW Environmental Services: Aidan Mills, Environmental Services Intern Food and Nutrition Services: Christi Spirk, Culinary Specialist Imaging Services: John Halloran, MRI Technologist
Westmoreland Hospital Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit 1: Stephanie Smith, Behavioral Health Technician Central Processing: Rebecca Beeman, Central Service Technican Emergency Department: Ariel Crossey, Graduate Nurse Marketing and Communications: Mike Morlacci, Senior Writer Nursing Pool: Brenden Eye, Patient Safety Associate PCU 2D: Crystal Walters, Technical Partner Respiratory Care Services: Jessica Holmes, Registered Respiratory Therapist Step Down Unity: Andrew Puskar, Technical Partner
MedCare Equipment Company Greensburg: Kelsey Emerick, Customer Service Associate I Jason Swank, Delivery Technican II Johnstown: William Caldwell, Delivery Technician II Monroeville: Richard Hartung, Delivery Associate Thomas Walor I, Delivery Associate
Welcome to Excela Health Recent new hires after completing new employee orientation on January 27.
CareGivers West Place Clubhouse: Gracie Stynchula, Therapeutic Activity Assistant
Excela Square at Latrobe Outpatient Rehabilitation: Halie Ankeny, Rehabilitation Technician
Home Care & Hospice Administration: Brittany Firestone, Patient Accounts Representative Home Care: Robin Keffer, Direct Care Partner
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