September 23, 2021 4 Healthy Ideas to Pack a Better Lunch Page 2 Ray Rides Again: Local Business Owner's Journey Back to Biking Page 2 Twilight Walk Page 3 Join Excela Health at the 2021 Greater Pittsburgh Heart Walk Page 3 Fall Into ExcelaPerks Page 4 A Word On Wellness Page 4 Employee Engagement New Faces
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Volume 4 Issue 18
Email Signature Contest To continue to promote Excela Health’s most recent recognitions in clinical expertise and high quality patient care the standard Excela Health email signature has been updated. Everyone in Excela Health is encouraged to make this update to their signature. To access the new signature go the marketing tab on the intranet, select “Communications” from the list on the left and then select “Communications Tools” from the top center. Once there click on “Standard Email Signature Display” at the bottom off the page and follow the illustrated instructions to adopt the signature. Once completed send an email with your favorite section of Excela Insight and your completed signature to insight@excelahealth.org to be entered into a drawing! Emails must be received by October 15, and the winner will be announced in Excela Insight on October 21.
Your Voice Matters: Community Health Needs Assessment Survey Excela Health is in the process of beginning the 2022-2024 Community Health Needs Assessment in conjunction with the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg Center for Applied Research (CFAR) and local community partners and organizations in Westmoreland County. As Excela Health employees, you are an integral part of our Westmoreland County community, and Excela Health invites you to participate by completing the Community Health Needs Assessment survey if you reside in Westmoreland County. While this assessment is a federal requirement for the health system, it is also a tool used to identify, evaluate and measure the top health priorities in our community. Excela Health uses this assessment as part of our mission to improve the health and well-being of every life touched in Westmoreland County, creating and implementing programs and initiatives to address the top health needs from a health care perspective. Based on the survey, results are studied and a plan is put into place to attend to those identified needs with the goal of improving community health by meshing our health system planning with public health and community planning. We need your help to identify these priorities! Click here to complete the 2022 Community Health Needs Assessment Survey.
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In the News Unity Bicycle Enthusiast Recovers from Fall, Preps for Rugged Charity Ride in Utah September 23
“On Oct. 3, the Unity man, who co-owns a number of local Shop ’n Save supermarkets, plans to head out with several fellow adventure bikers on a 12-day, 440-mile mountain bike trek across rugged terrain in Utah.” Read more. St. Vincent College Announces 2021 Alumni of Distinction September 20
“Albert J. Novak Jr. graduated from St. Vincent College in 1981 with a bachelor of arts in communications and later went on to receive his master’s degree in public management from the H. John Heinz III College of Information Systems and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University.” Read more. Wait Times Growing at Pittsburgh Area Hospital Emergency Rooms September 16
“Excela Health reported that much like every other provider in the region, their ERs have seen a significant rise in patient visits over the past several weeks, noting that cumulative numbers across their systems are at the highest point in nearly three years.” Read more.
4 Healthy Ideas to Pack a Better Lunch Whether you’re going back to school yourself, have kiddos going back to school, or simply just along for the ride, planning healthy lunches is simply adding one more thing to a long list of chores in the chaotic mornings ahead. The following tips can put you in the driver’s seat for serving up healthy, exciting, and tasty bagged lunches. Read More
Ray Rides Again: Local Shop 'n Save Owner's Journey Back to Biking Ray Charley, one of the owners of Charley Family Shop ‘n Save grocery stores in Greensburg and Murrysville and local biking enthusiast, will be embarking on a 12-day, 440-mile cycling journey over rugged, difficult terrain across the Hayduke Trail MTB in Utah. Ray began cycling in earnest about two years ago as a way to support veterans and his community. “I found something I could engage the community with, supporting those who have given so much for us all” he said. During a practice training ride in January 2020, Ray dodged a distracted driver, resulting in a fall, shattering his pelvis. He was grateful the accident did not result in a fatality. “It was a blessing,” he said. Unable to walk due to the accident, he was determined to make a comeback. His primary goal was not only to be able to walk again but pick up where he left off in his training. His stated goal of “I want to be able to ride across the United States again if I want to” was a great challenge to his medical team, as well as for himself. Ray’s ride on the Hayduke Trail will commence October 3. During his journey, he will be raising funds for Excela Health Orthopedics, matching all monetary gift contributions. Read all of Ray’s story and/or make a donation here
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Upcoming Events Twilight Walk Join Excela Health to celebrate the healthcare super heroes on October 14 at 5:30 p.m. at Excela Square at Latrobe. Employees are invited to bring your families and spend an hour focusing on your well-being and enjoying some fresh air!Please bring a non-perishable food item for a donation to the Westmoreland County Food Bank. Every participant has a chance to win door prizes! Click here to register
Excela Health Takes Part in Westmoreland Walks Excela Health will be participating in Westmoreland Walks 20th Pink Ribbon Walk, Saturday, October 16, at Twin Lakes Park, Pavilion #7. Employees are invited to walk with the official Excela Health walk team, Breast Friends. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. with the walk starting at 11 a.m. To register to be part of the Excela Health walking team, click here, complete the registration form and under the ‘team name’ section, type in Breast Friends.
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In addition to a Westmoreland Walks t-shirt, employees will also receive an exclusive 2021 Excela Health walking team t-shirt for registering. To receive your t-shirt, please email Laura Denner at ldenner@excelahealth.org with your full name and shirt size no later than Wednesday, September 15. (NO EXCEPTIONS!) T-shirt pickup information will be emailed to registrants.
Join Excela Health at the 2021 Greater Pittsburgh Heart Walk The American Heart Association (AHA) will be hosting their 2021 Greater Pittsburgh Heart Walk, Sunday, October 31, 9 a.m., at North Park. Employees are encouraged and welcome to sign up as individual coaches representing Excela Health and form walk teams that can walk at North Park or wherever you are located! As a Heart Walk coach, you’ll lead a team of coworkers to spread the word and raise money for life-saving research, and AHA’s tools will let you quickly and easily recruit, inspire and rally your teams of coworkers to be on your team and for them to reach out to friends and family for support. To register, click here to sign up as an Excela Health team coach (or join one of the Excela teams) and follow the prompts to make a donation. All Excela employees who donate $25 or more will receive a commemorative Excela Heart Walk team t-shirt. Please ensure when registering that you use your Excela email and select your t-shirt size, so we can verify you as an employee to receive the Excela team t-shirt. Deadline to register for the Excela Health team t-shirt is Wednesday, October 13. At Excela Health, we are proud to support the American Heart Association and stand by millions of Americans who are affected by heart disease and stroke. Together, we can fight heart disease and stroke to save more lives right here in southwestern Pennsylvania. We invite you to join the cause – become a coach and join the Excela Health team!
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Employee Engagement Fire Extinguisher Sale Advanced Fire is offering Multi-Purpose Dry Chemical Fire Extinguishers for sale. • 5-pound, intended for household or car/camper, $58 (tax included) • 10-pound, intended for garage areas that contain flammable liquids, hunting camps, barns, etc., $86 (tax included) E-mail bsindorf@certasitepro.com to place your order directly with Brian Sindorf, Advanced Fire. Preferred method of payment is a check made out to AFC. Checks should be made payable to AFC, cash and credit card are also accepted. When ordering please specify where/when you will pick up your fire extinguisher based on the following locations and times. View locations and times here. The fire extinguishers are a Multipurpose ABC extinguisher intended for common household fires. Any questions should be directed to Brian Sindorf, Advanced Fire at 724-757-6158 or bsindorf@certasitepro.com.
Fall Into ExcelaPerks Fall is in the air! Enjoy some fun, fall activities with friends and family this season with Excela Perks! Discounts include Chad's Corn Maze (opening September 24!), Idlewild's Hallowboo, Kennywood Phantom Fall Fest, Valhalla Indoor Axe Throwing and more! Click here for details and to view individual perks. Please be sure to abide by all COVID-19 guidelines and regulations when using/participating in Excela Perks.
Kudos & Recognition Excela Health OB/GYN Latrobe “I needed an appointment quickly, and the receptionist went above and beyond to help with that. Then arriving at the building, I had forgotten my mask in another vehicle and the receptionist very politely provided me with one. The doctors and nurses are very nice.”
Recognition September 9/12 to 9/18: Environmental Services Week 9/19 to 9/25: National Surgical Technologists Week 9/20 to 9/26: National Rehabilitation Week 9/26 to 9/30 National Health Information Technology and Informatics Week October National Physical Therapy Month 10/3 to 10/9 National Midwifery Week 10/3 to 10/9 National Healthcare Food Service Week 10/3 to 10/9 National Health Care Supply Chain Week 10/4 to 10/ 9 National Customer Service Week 10/4 to 10/8 Pediatric Nurses Week 10/6 to 10/12 National Physician Assistant Week
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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A Word On Wellness The 2021 Wellness year is not over there is still time to complete! Remember, you have until 11:59pm on September 30, 2021 to complete your 200 point wellness and qualify for the wellness benefit at open enrollment. Click here to access the Excela Health Wellness Platform to earn your 200 points. Need more help? All the wellness information you need is on the Well-Being Center Intranet page, here. Finish the 2021 Wellness year strong and receive the final completion badge!
Vaccine Clinic Administrative Assistant Do you know somone looking to join the fight against COVID-19? The position offers $12/hr and flexible days (2-3 days per week preferably) depending on availability. The duties for this role are primarily clerical. Learn more
By The Numbers
Wellness Programs Completed to Date
Biometric Screenings Completed to Date
Employees who Received the COVID-19 Vaccine
3,276 2,800 2,934 479 Vs. Need Completed
Home Care & Hospice Walk-In Interviews Know someone interested in joining a team of caregivers who are compassionate and committed to helping people maintain their independence? Open positions include Home Health RNs, Hospice RNs, Home Health Aides, and Direct Care Partners. Interested applicants can visit the Home Care & Hospice office (501 W. Otterman Street Greensburg) any Wednesday through the end of September and learn more about the various opportunities that are available. Interviews may be conducted on-site. Learn more
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New Faces Frick Hospital Food and Nutrition Services Angelica Baeza, Nutrition Services Specialist Imaging Services Jaimie Bohatch, Radiology Technologist Progressive Care Unit Rebecca Miller, RN
Latrobe Hospital Materials Management James Hamerski, Supply Chain Associate Medical Surgical Unit 4S Shannon Kahl, LPN Nursing Pool Ashley Firestone, BSN Perianesthesia Kaylee McClelland, BSN
Westmoreland Hospital Central Processing Kylee Stone, Central Services Technician Facilities Management Thomas Owens Jr., Maintenance Technician Food and Nutrition Services Kevin Busony, Nutrition Services Specialist Chase Campbell, Nutrition Services Intern GI Lab Lisa Habina, Unit Clerk Heart Center Ameesha Fogle, BSN Imaging Services Sandra Smith-Shields, Clerk Intensive Care Unit Julie Bianco, BSN Laboratory Services Sydney Distefano, Histology Technician Outpatient Administration Gary Joyce, Laboratory Director PCU 1D Carson Schweninger, Technical Partner Student Perianesthesia Mildred Estochin, BSN
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Excela Health Medical Group Advanced Pain Center Latrobe Megan Komar, Nurse Practitioner III Anesthesia Westmoreland Melinda Woods, CRNA Family Medicine Derry Lauralee Cramer, Medical Assistant Neurology Greensburg Raegan Dunlap, Patient Services Associate Obstetrics and Gynecology Greensburg Linda Lane, LPN Primary Care Mountain View Kimberly Piatek, Patient Services Associate Sports Medicine April Knopsnyder, Patient Services Associate
Home Care & Hospice Home Care Maggie Brant, Direct Care Partner Skilled Nursing Traci Bungard, RN