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May 2016
From The President & CEO
I’m pleased to congratulate our entire staff on four tremendous achievements we’ve recently earned: Magnet Designation, HIMSS Stage 7, Baldrige’s Partners in Performance Excellence and our Stroke Gold Plus recognition. It is clear that our organization has worked tremendously hard in raising the bar on the delivery of healthcare services we provide to our patients. I’d like to congratulate everyone on our outstanding accomplishments. A few of our successes have even elevated us to a national ranking that no other hospital in the Hudson Valley has yet to achieve.
Scott Batulis President & CEO
On May 17, we were notified that our four-year Magnet journey has resulted in receiving our Magnet designation. Our nursing department worked incredibly hard, with the support of the entire organization, to make this happen. This is the highest recognition level for nursing care granted to healthcare organizations who demonstrate quality patient care, nursing excellence and innovation in professional nursing practice. We are one in only 6 percent of hospitals in the nation to achieve this tremendous honor.
We have been awarded with the highest designation, Stage 7, for implementing an electronic medical record (EMR) system to improve patient safety and quality of care. The Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) awarded our organization with Stage 7, the highest level on HIMSS Analytics’ EMR adoption model which is used to track EMR progress at hospitals and health systems. Only 4.2 percent of the more than 5,400 U.S. hospitals received the Stage 7 Award. And, we are one of only three hospitals in New York State to achieve HIMSS Stage 7. It takes an entire team, at every level of the organization, to reach the highest level of EMR utilization. Partners in Performance Excellence recently announced that Orange Regional was the recipient of their 2015 Silver Award for Performance Excellence, more commonly known as the Baldrige Silver Award. We were recognized for our leadership, workforce engagement and favorable clinical and customer experience outcomes as we journey toward Operational Excellence. We performed very well with criteria that were driven by a rigorous process and national guidelines. This achievement was also a true team effort. Our distinction as a designated Stroke Center just became stronger. We recently earned the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® Program with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite. The award recognizes our commitment to providing the most appropriate stroke treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines. To qualify for the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite, we had to meet quality measures developed to reduce the time between the patient’s arrival at the hospital and treatment. We’ve accomplished so much all while constructing our new cancer center and physician office building which are shaping up nicely. We are heading into the home stretch of completion and are scheduled to open September 26. I am very proud of our team and all that we’ve accomplished. I recognize how hard everyone has been working and you should be proud, too. Look for an invitation soon to celebrate our accomplishments. Thank you again for all that you have done. Keep up the great work! Sincerely,
Scott Batulis, President & CEO
Construction Reminder Please note that ALL EMPLOYEES are asked to use the Midway Park Drive entrance when entering and existing the campus to help alleviate traffic congestion, allowing quicker access for our guests Barriers and directional signage to the ED and main lobby now direct traffic appropriately around the ring road. We will always have at least one lane open so patients and visitors may enter and exit the campus via the East Main Street entrance. Additional phases of construction on the ring road are expected to last through July 31. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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May 2016
Dr. Shahzad Honored for Leadership Catskill Regional Medical Group's General Surgeon, Abdul Shahzad, MD, was recently presented with the Leadership Award at the 2016 Physician Appreciation Dinner hosted by Catskill Regional Medical Center. The Appreciation Dinner allows Catskill Regional to publicly recognize members of its medical staff for their commitment to medical excellence. Catskill Regional's Board of Directors and Executive Management team hosted the business event which took place at Bernie's Holiday Restaurant. Each year, a physician is chosen by peers for the Leadership Award. The Leadership Award recognizes involvement in the development of new or enhanced medical programs, promotion of staff education within the physician's field and professional excellence.
Congratulations Joseph Chavez Carey, MD, FAAFP has become a Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians. To become a Fellow, a Family Physician must complete a detailed list of requirements and be selected by the AAFP. The Degree of Fellow recognizes AAFP members who have distinguished themselves among their colleagues, as well as in their communities, by their service to family medicine, by their advancement of healthcare to the American people, and by their professional development through medical education and research. Dr. Chavez Carey leads the Monroe Primary Care office and is Board-certified in family medicine and is bilingual (English and Spanish). He earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency in family medicine at Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez, C.A.
Dr. Brooks Holds Breast Cancer Seminar On May 4, Dr. Hannah Brooks, Medical Director of Breast Surgery and Breast Specialist, held her first free breast cancer community seminar with a special guest appearance by Dr. Nate Margolis, Medical Director of the Ray W. Moody, M.D. Breast Center. More than 20 attendees learned about breast cancer and treatment options available at Orange Regional. A second seminar on breast health was held on June 1 at Orange Regional's and was also well attended.
On The Air Dr. Hannah Brooks, Medical Director of Breast Surgery and Breast Specialist promoted her free breast cancer seminar on Fox 103.1 WJGK on April 25 and spoke about breast cancer and surgery.
Catskill Regional’s Primary Care Team Supports Auxiliary Fair Members of Catskill Regional Medical Group, including Dr. Lauren Roman, recently showed their support at the Grover M. Hermann Hospital Auxiliary’s Health & Children’s Fair. The fair featured a children’s teddy bear clinic, blood pressure screenings, cholesterol and glucose screenings and hearing tests. -2-
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Leading The Way In conjunction with an 1199SEIU joint labor management project, outstanding nurses from Orange Regional represented our organization at an annual New York State gala, better known as the “Academy Awards for Nurses,” at the Brooklyn Bridge Marriott in May. Each year, one winner is selected in each of the following categories: nurse of distinction, nurse leader, preceptor and novice nurse. Nurses at Orange Regional were nominated by their peers and leadership. Congratulations to the following nurses: Jessica Wood, RN received the 1199/ SEIU Nurse Preceptor of the Year Award. Well done!
Jennifer Ortiz-Patton, was the first runnerup for the 1199/SEIU Nurse of Distinction Award. Awesome job!
May 2016
Welcome New Employees Adonijah Babb Catherine Barillo Daniela Besler Daeyla Boyd Kyrie Brewer Jessica Brinson Marie Compere Samuel DellaSala Jr. AnnMarie Dennis Geralyn Detroy
Congratulations
Zachary DiTrocchio
Laurie Porcaro has been promoted to Orange Regional Diabetes Clinical Manager. She previously held the position of Diabetes Clinical Coordinator. Thank you for your 15 years of dedication to our Diabetes Program!
Nicholas Eberwein Amanda Goldstein Mena Hanna Jennifer Hogan Marieness Legaspi Christopher Manz
Frank Salvatore Jr. now has administrative oversight over the Orange Regional Diabetes Department. Frank has been a member of the Orange Regional family since 2009.
Cristian Martinez-Garrido Florentia Melchor Amarylis Modeste Matthew Mulzac Sarah Oboda Brittany Owen
Celebrating our EMS Partners
Thomas Papavasiliou Lois Partridge Mallory Pfeuffer Joscelyn Quinones Colleen Russell Katelyn Sadler Bayrem Salmi Jean Schmidt Gabriella Selg
On May 3, Orange Regional honored our local EMS Partners at the 2016 EMS Recognition and Awards Reception. In celebration of EMS Week, which was held nationally the week of May 17, the event brought nearly 100 members of several EMS agencies together to network and honor EMS volunteers and personnel for their service to our community and patients. We’d like to thank all of our EMS partners for their dedication and commitment! -3-
Elaine Sommers Lauren Stuczynski Hector Torres Leslie Tucker
Foundation
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May 2016
2016 Annual Donor Reception
The Foundation held its Annual Donor Recognition Reception at the Villa Venezia in Middletown on April 20. Former Chairman of the Foundation Board of Trustees, Rolland B. Peacock III, was honored with the Leadership Award; Auxiliary President, Florence Sawyer, was honored with the Volunteer Leadership Award; Pepsi-Cola® of the Hudson Valley was presented with the Corporate Leadership Award and the Middletown Kiwanis Club was presented with the Community Leadership Award. Foundation Chairman, Jonathan Rouis thanked the crowd for their philanthropic support. He praised the efforts of the Foundation Trustees and Orange Regional Medical Center’s Board of Directors, Employees, Volunteers and Auxiliary. The evening’s attendees included donors to the Hospital’s The Future is Orange Capital Campaign, supporters of the Foundation’s Century Club annual giving program, and Society Club including donors who have made planned estate gifts to benefit the hospital.
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May 2016
NICU 4th Reunion Celebration On May 14, the Rowley Family Birthing Center’s Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) held its 4th Annual NICU Reunion. Orange Regional NICU graduates, along with their parents and siblings, enjoyed a fun-filled celebration that included a child-friendly brunch and festivities. The event provided an opportunity for Orange Regional’s NICU staff to reunite with the babies they cared for, and the families they provided support to. Additionally, Neonatologist and Orange Regional’s NICU Site Director, Dr. Manuel DeCastro and Orange Regional Board Member, Sher Singh welcomed families and visited with NICU graduates.
Nominate Your Peers For A Patient Choice Award The Inpatient Experience Transformation Team (IPETT) and the Outpatient Experience Transformation Team (OPETT) are proud to announce the 2nd Annual 2016 Patient Choice Awards on July 27 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Conference Rooms 1, 2 and 3. This fun-filled event provides the opportunity to celebrate innovative ideas, recognize creative solutions, and applaud hard work among our staff and colleagues which positively impacts the patient experience. Help us to acknowledge those who consistently demonstrate excellence and submit your nomination today! If you have any questions or need a nomination form, please email Alexandra Curiale at acuriale@ormc.org. All nomination forms must be received by June 17. No submissions will be accepted for consideration after this date. All nominees will receive notification of their nomination with an invitation to the event. -5-
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May 2016
Physicians Celebrated At 2016 Recognition Reception On May 6, Orange Regional’s Board of Directors honored physicians at the Annual Physician Recognition & Awards Cocktail Reception at West Hills Country Club in Middletown. Special recognition was given to Dr. Phillip Massengill as this year’s recipient of the Leadership Award and Dr. Elliot Mayefsky as this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient. A sincere thank you is extended to all our physicians who work hard in caring for our community.
L to R: Elliot Mayefsky, MD, FACS and Phillip Massengill, MD, FACS
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May 2016
Committed To Our Community Orange Regional employees continuously serve, volunteer and give back to the community both inside and outside of the organization. They participate in charity walks, volunteer within the community, support those in need and contribute funds in support of good causes. Our hospital family is very generous.
Walk To Cure Arthritis On May 21, Orange Regional’s Team Bone & Joint participated in the Hudson Valley Walk to Cure Arthritis. It was an exciting and beautiful day full of fun, family and a community celebration as we moved closer to a cure for arthritis. Orange Regional's Marketing Department was on-hand giving our promotional items.
Pine Bush School District Color Run On May 15, Orange Regional represented at the 3rd Annual Pine Bush Central School District’s Color Run. This event funds the district’s Accelerated Summer Academies including the Medical Academy. The Medical Academy offers select Pine Bush school students, who are interested in the healthcare field, the opportunity to spend the month of July attending academic sessions at Orange Regional and other healthcare facilities. Members of our Nursing and Marketing staff participated in this run.
Tri-County Heart Walk On May 1, Team ORMC enjoyed an amazing day at Lake Welch in Harriman State Park for the annual Tri-County American Heart Association’s Heart Walk. The Healthy Heart Program provided free cardiac screenings. The Marketing Department promoted the hospital by handing out free goods.
March of Dimes March For Babies On April 24, members of The Rowley Family Birthing Center represented at the March of Dimes March for Babies Walk at Lake Welch in Harriman State Park. The Marketing Department also provided promotional items.
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May 2016
SAVE THE DATES Blood Drive
Lap4Life Walk/Run
First Wednesday of every month. 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 18, 2016 9:15 a.m. Walk to follow run. Chadwick Lake Park, Newburgh.
Donor bus will be located outside of the Main Campus Entrance.
To benefit the NY State Organ Donor Network and the Desmond Tumor Foundation. For more information or to join Team ORMC, please visit Lap4life.org
National Cancer Survivors Day Picnic Saturday, June, 11, 2016 Under the tent outside of ORMC Conference Center 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. To register, call 1-888-321-6762.
For more information, visit www.ormc.org/Classic
Employee Thank You Celebration A thank you celebration will be held for employees to show appreciation for our recent national successes. Z
Magnet Z Baldrige Silver Award Z HIMSS Stage 7
Please join us for lunch on Wednesday, July 6 from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. under the tent in the Conference Center parking lot. All employees will automatically be entered to win one of many raffle prizes. Employees need not be present to win. Auxiliary Vendor Sales Tupperware
June 21, 2016
ORMC Conference Center Lobby
Jazzy’ s Traveling Boutique
June 23, 2016
ORMC Conference Center Lobby
Origami Owl
June 27, 2016
ORMC Conference Center Lobby
Not Just Your Grandmother's Pearls
June 30, 2016
ORMC Conference Center Lobby
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