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For this month's edition of On Air With Ashley, we are visiting with Rachel Greiner, Director of Pastoral Care at Research Medical Center. Rachel provides us with information regarding Adopt -A -Family, the on-site food bank for staff, and how the pastoral c are team can support our colleagues during the holidays and all year long by providing emotional and spiritual support, 24/7, wherever you are in the hospital or in our beautiful, inclusive on site chapel.
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Wednesday, November 2, 2022
We Show Up for our Patients
Patient Testimonial: Kayla Harkins, World Stroke Day on 99.7 The Point
We are reflecting on World Stroke Day which took place last Saturday. Kayla Harkins, a 26 year old stroke survivor who had been treated at Research Medical Center's award winning Comprehensive Stroke Center, shared her story with Ponch and Nikki in The Morning show on 99.7 The Point. Thank you Kayla and 99.7 The Point for sharing this segment with listeners, and to our stroke care team who cared for this patient and all our stroke patients. Listen here!
NICU Babies Bring on the Cuteness for Halloween
It's not Halloween at Research Medical Center without our NICU babies in costume. Our sweet NICU babies showed up to share their Halloween spirit to brighten our Mondays. We can't thank our wonderful NICU staff enough for creating unique costumes with care for each of our precious NICU patients, an annual tradition we look forward to every year. Thank you to our NICU care team for your dedicated and compassionate care for our tiniest patients.
Julie Filbeck Reflects on Breast Cancer Journey with Bra Couture
Breast Cancer Awareness Month may be over but Julie Filbeck, CNO and breast cancer survivor, is here to tell you to always remain diligent no matter the time of year
"Don’t ignore any sign or symptom! Be diligent about your wellness exams, and be an advocate for yourself, cancer does not discriminate."
Through her journey, Julie was able to connect with a network of survivors through her participation in Bra Couture and Verda's Place at Sarah Cannon Cancer Center.
"I was lucky to have amazing support through my cancer journey, but so many women struggle with medical bills, reliable transportation to treatments, money to buy food or pay bills, Bra Couture assists women and families with so many things as they go through one of the most difficult challenges in life, for them, it is so much more than the bra!" Learn more here
We Show Up for our Communities
Masking Update: Community Transmission Rates in Missouri
As Jackson and Johnson Counties in Missouri continue to show HIGH community transmission rates, we will follow CDC guidelines with our masking policy, including wearing masks in non patient areas while in the hospital What this means :
Community transmission describes the amount of COVID-19 spread within each county, and is an indicator of the contagiousness of the virus. Healthcare facilities use Transmission Levels to make decisions regarding infection control measures, such as masking and isolation precautions. Refer to Appendix 3 for PPE selection guidanc e. Filtration efficiency ranges: > 95% (Level 1) and > 98% (Level 3). Questions can be directed to Infection Prevention Department. Thank you for your continued partnership as we keep our patients, our community and each other safe.
Contest: Log Volunteer Hours to Earn Extra Money for Your Charity!
Log your 2022 volunteer hours by Nov. 16th for a chance to win extra cash for your charity and Apple AirPods!
Volunteered at your child’s school? Donated blood? Shopped for Adopt a Family? Volunteered at an RMC community event? Or, did your team volunteer together for a charity? Log those hours!
The top 20 RMC employees who have logged the most hours from January November 16th, will each receive an extra $200 Caring Card to give to their charity of choice. The RMC colleague with the most volunteer hours by that date will also win Apple AirPods! Questions? Contact marketing
We Show Up for Each Other Everybody Moves Campaign
Please mark your calendars for the #everyBODYmoves Mobility a Thon coming November 8 10, 2022! With your support, we can foster a culture that prioritizes mobilizing patients. The #everyBODYmoves campaign is a grassroots effort that aims to address immobility harm in the acute hospital and post acute setting. Our goal is to develop a culture for RMC that shares best practice that nurses, therapists and medical colleagues can embrace. Be on the lookout for updates that include the events for next week!
BOO-tiful Costumes throughout RMC
Well done to the many departments and colleagues who dressed up for the holiday. Below are a few of the creative costumes that we were able to capture!
Pumpkin Decorating/Carving Contest Winners
The competitive juices were flowing in all departments that participated in this year’s pumpkin decorating and carving contest! A HUGE shout out to all the departments, pumpkins and also to everyone that voted. But there could only be a few winners! Please see below our category winners as well as all the wonderful pumpkins. Thank you so for participating!
DE&I Veterans' Colleague Network and Celebration Event
We'd like to extend a formal invitation to you to join the HCA Midwest Health Veterans Colleague Network (VCN). Our VCN will be working to connect and support veterans, currently serving military members, their families and their champions. We strive to provide development opportunities and promote the unique strengths our members bring to the organization as we continue to serve. To learn more on events or for more information, visit here or speak to Raymond Parsons, RMC Manager Interventional Radiology, and network co chair.
Join us on Friday, Nov. 11 at 11am in the RMC Cafeteria to honor all those who have served!
Hiring Event: November 8th from 3 5pm
We are looking to hire experienced RNs, new grad RNs, healthcare professionals and for all other departments within our facility. Enjoy snacks and refreshments at our upcoming RMC Hiring Event on November 8 from 3-5pm.
Meet with leadership and talent acquisition teams to learn more about the opportunities, benefits and career pathways available to our team members. We will be holding on-thespot interviews and hope to make same -day offers to the perfect candidates. Please share to those who would be a great fit for our RMC family !
Give Thanks this November
November is the month of gratitude and the perfect reason to show our appreciation. Send a colleague recognition for your chance to win 10,000 points. 10 winners each week !
The HCA Rewards website will once again host a virtual benefits fair to support enrollment. More than 30 benefit vendors, including Aetna and OptumRx, will have virtual “booths” with links to resources like fliers, benefits guides, presentations, FAQs, videos, contact information and more. Colleagues will have access to the virtual benefits fair starting Oct. 24
Ashley McClellan, CEO, conducted a Walk-a -Mile with Devan in the OR
"I had a wonderful Walk a Mile with OR Board runner, Devan. She skillfully and quickly navigates the needs of our patients and surgeons, getting over 7 miles of steps in a day. She assists in every way, from transferring patients, securing beds post -op, assisting with add-on cases and much more. I appreciate our OR team and Devan!"
Administrator on Call (AOC)
VP Operations Patra Katsigiannis was the AOC this past weekend. She started off the weekend cooking pancakes for the RT night shift team for "Respiratory Therapy Week." She also stayed in touch with the House Supervisor and ER teams throughout the weekend
Senior Leadership Calendar: October 2022
View the October Senior Leadership Calendar. To schedule a senior leader for a Walk a Mile in your department or to attend a department meeting or event, please email Michaela.Logan@hcamidwest.com Click here for the October Senior Leadership Calendar
COVID-19 Update Vaccine Locations
We continue to encourage colleagues and our community to get the vaccine and booster. Schedule at Walgreens here on campus, CVS Pharmacy on Prospect, or find one nearby at vaccine.gov
By the Numbers
As of Tuesday, November 1st:
• 7 COVID+ patients
• 0 COVID+ patients on a ventilator
Calendar of Events
• Last day to apply for adoption through Pastoral Care's Adopt a Family: Nov. 2
• Veteran's Colleague Network meeting: Nov. 2 at 4:30pm at Lee’s Summit Medical Center Arbor Room & Webex option. RSVP here
• RMC Food & Goods Drive: Nov. 1 18
• The Research Foundation Candlelight Bal l : Sat., Nov 5
• everyBODYmoves Mobility a Thon: Nov. 8 10
• RMC Recruiting Event: Tues., Nov. 8 from 3 5pm, RMC Café
• Veteran's Day Celebration: Fri., Nov. 11 at 11am, RMC Café
• Thankful Families Event: Tues., Nov. 15 at 3pm, RMC Café
• Injury Prevention Day (Wear Green!): Fri., Nov. 18
RMC Trivia
This Week's Trivia :
Q: Which team was in the top 3 for both pumpkin contest categories?
Last Week's Trivia :
Q: Which social media platform can you watch Dr. Garcia's Fire Pit Safety Tips Reel?
A: Instagram
Winner: Janie Bettis, Med Staff Services
Submit your answer to RMC.MarketingDept@hcamidwest.com by Monday. All correct answers will be entered into a drawing for a weekly prize. Winner will be featured in the following weekly email.
Follow RMC on Social News to Share?
News, updates or a good patient/colleague story to share? Send photos and details to RMC.MarketingDept@hcamidwest.com to be included in future communication
