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Inside information for the employees of Mercy Medical Center
SELFIES WITH LLOYD DEAN at the Open Forum on May 1, 2014
May 16, 2014
“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.� - Leo Buscaglia
The Cupcake Lady is coming to Mercy Medical Center today for Hospital Week! If you were able to get a selfie with Lloyd Dean, please email to Lindsey.gallagher@dignityhealth.org in order to get a prize!
Mercy: 11:30-1:30 MOC: 2:00 Clinics: Truck will visit
For a digital picture ablum of the Open Forum, go to our Facebook page: Mercy Medical Center Merced
the clinics after the MOC.
Congratulations to the 2014 Values in Action Award Nominees! All the nominees are invited to the Service Awards/Values in Action Award luncheon on May 29, 2014. VIA nominees please RSVP to Janice Wilkerson by May 20th, 564-5007 or Janice.wilkerson@ dignityhealth.org
2014 Values in Action Award nominees: Justice Susie Brooks – Justice Gloria Dagsi – Justice Carrie Xiong – Justice CeCe Sarmiento – Justice Dignity Susie Delatorre – Dignity April Brewer – Dignity Amanda Wilson – Dignity Excellence Rosa Smith – Excellence Emma Edwards – Excellence Brenda Peaster – Excellence Dana Acosta – Excellence Cynthia Wilson – Excellence Joe Godoy – Excellence Center for Diabetes: (Dr. Fernandez-Renedo, Janon Pittz, Alejandra Gomez, Cecilia Davis, Sueja Ingle, April Brewer, Irene Miranda-Henson) Collaboration Sally Strasser – Collaboration Irene Miranda-Henson – Collaboration Kris Tau – Collaboration Stewardship Rosebella Refendor – Stewardship Multiple Values Sam Heberline – Excellence and Dignity Robert McLaughlin – Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration, Justice, Stewardship VTE Team – Dr. Jennifer McEvoy, Dr. R. Yuzon, Dr. K. Kosuri Pat Sprouse – Collaboration, Dignity and Excellence (Volunteer) Carlene Smith – Dignity and Excellence (Volunteer) Lupe Serna – Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration, Stewardship Lindsey Gallagher – Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration Gaddy Herrera – Excellence, Collaboration, Stewardship James Yang – Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration Yolanda Garcia – Excellence, Dignity, Collaboration
EMPLOYEE SURVEY JUNE 9 - JUNE 27
One of the most important aspects of making our hospital a great place to work and taking care of our patients is to receive input from our employees. We have been receiving input through our daily rounding, huddles, department meetings, our recent Town Hall meeting with Lloyd Dean and other methods. You have asked many good questions and we have answered some of them directly with the departments involved. But, perhaps the other most important aspect of this endeavor is to get back to you, the employee, with answers to your questions. We take this very seriously. We have collected all of your questions and have been compiling them and placing similar questions into like categories. There are some things you have brought to our attention that we can accomplish immediately and others that may take longer or that we are unable to do. We intend to give you straight answers. One of the best means of feedback for employees to give to Administration and the Corporation is through the upcoming EMPLOYEE SURVEY, WHICH WILL BE HELD FROM JUNE 9 THROUGH JUNE 27. The survey is conducted by an outside vendor and all information returned to Dignity Health is anonymous. We will communicate the results of this survey to you and incorporate them into the future planning of the corporation and the hospital. With your input, we can improve the mission of the hospital. Stay tuned for more information.
Gift Shop News Employee Discount Week - 20% May 18th-May 24th Memorial Day - May 26th Closed to remember those that serve our country Volunteer Luncheon - May 30th closed from 11:30-1:30
The California State Primary Election is Fast Approaching Are you registered to vote?
Don’t Let Allergies Make You Miserable Watery eyes, itchiness, runny nose. Sound familiar? If it does, you might have allergies. If you think you have an allergy, tell your doctor. There are different ways to test for allergies. The best way to reduce your symptoms is to avoid the things that cause your allergies. Here are some things to watch: •
Windows: Keep them closed and use air conditioning if you’re allergic to pollen.
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Temperature: Keep the temperature in your home at 70° and the humidity under 50% to prevent mold and dust mites.
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Bed and bedding: Wash your sheets, pillowcases and blankets at least once a week in hot water. Use covers for pillows, mattresses and box springs to guard against dust mites.
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Floors: Hardwood or linoleum floors are best. Make sure any rugs are washable to help control dust and mold. Vacuum at least once a week.
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Smoking: Don’t let anyone smoke in your home. Avoid cigarette smoke when you go out.
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Cleaning: Wear a painter’s mask when you vacuum, clean, or work outside.
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Food: Always check the labels of what you eat and drink.
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Medicines: Avoid drugs that you are allergic to and even drugs that are similar to those that cause a reaction. Consider wearing a medical alert bracelet.
The June 3 California Statewide Primary Election is just around the corner. In coordination with the California Secretary of State, Dignity Health is encouraging you, your family and friends to vote. The last day to register to vote in this election is May 19. Registration is easy at www.registertovote.ca.gov. Polls are open on Election Day from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Journey to Knowledge Class Understanding the Cardiovascular System Class for CNAs and Techs Date: Tuesday, May 20th Time: 8:00am - 12:00pm Location: Mercy Oupatient Center (MOC) Please pre-register with Education 209-564-4384
Registered California voters can also vote by mail. Just fill in and print an application at www.sos.ca.gov/ elections_m.htm, then mail it in time to arrive at your county’s elections office by May 27.
Contact Hours: Provider approved by the California Board of Certified Nursing Assistants: Provider number NAC 6753 for 4 contact hours. All must attend the full 4 hour session; no partial credit will be given.
For more information call the Secretary of State’s voter hotline at (800) 345-VOTE or visit www.sos. ca.gov/elections/voting-in-california.
Course Fee: EMPLOYEES $10.00 Deposit (Only charged if one doesn’t attend class) NON-EMPLOYEES $20.00 Fee
Welcome our newest employees!
From the left: Tamara Warwick, RN (ER); Veronica Quiralte, Rad Tech (Imaging); Heather Estrada, RN (5th Floor); Nansei Esakhani, Surgical Tech (OR); Thomas Gomez, RN (6th Floor).
Nursing Excellence Dinner - May 6, 2014