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1 TEAM JANUARY 30, 2017 Congratulations, Jennifer Thacker! Jennifer Thacker, RN, has worked in the T.J. Samson Intensive Care Unit since Her Daisy Award nomination was received from a patient who wrote the following letter: Jennifer went way above and beyond taking care of my mother in ICU. She was concerned not only for mom, but for me and dad, too. We feel if were not there and Jennifer was, mom would be in the best of hands. The way the world is today you don't hear this very often, so thank you T.J. for putting Jennifer to take care of mom, and thank you Jennifer, we know what you did. Even though we only knew you after our visit, it's like you are family to us. Now it's like family taking care of family. Way to go, Jennifer! Keep up the great work! Congratulations, Laura Abernathy! Laura Abernathy, BSN, RN, CWCN, recently received her certification in Wound Care following her completion of a nine month course from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. The Wound Ostomy Continence Nurse program at Emory is accredited by the Wound Ostomy Continence Nursing Society Certification Board (WOCNCB). Laura plans to further her accreditation by completing the Ostomy test portion within the next six months. Great job, Laura!

2 PEDIATRIC PRIMARY CARE ALISHA RISEN APRN, CPNP 603 Columbia Highway Greensburg 902 Westlake Drive Columbia KIDZ ONLINE HR FORMS NOW AVAILABLE Online forms are now available on the T.J. Intranet. Go to the Human Resources tab and you will see Employee Toolbox, Department Director Toolbox and other miscellaneous forms. The Employee Handbook is located here, and you can print any HR form from this area. Examples of forms available include: Address change form, 403b sign-up form, tuition reimbursement form, lunch waivers, etc. T.J. PATIENT ENCOUNTERS 1/21/2017-1/27/2017: 7,771 1/14/2017-1/20/2017: 7,700 Congratulations, Winners! T.J. Samson Parking Spot: Gail Gutierrez T.J. Health Pavilion Parking Spot: Casey Sacia T.J. Health Columbia Parking Spot: Mitzi Cundiff

3 Lunch with the CEO Invitations have been sent to employees who have birthdays in February. You are invited to enjoy a lunch with Bud on one of the following dates. February 13 T.J. Samson Community Hospital 4th Floor Classroom february 20 T.J. Health Columbia Hospital Board Room Please RSVP to Treva Shirley at tshirley@tjsamson.org with the date of your choice. Thanks!

4 WHY? Thousands of people die every day around the world from infections acquired while receiving health care. Hands are the main pathways of germ transmission during health care. Hand hygiene is therefore the most important measure to avoid the transmission of harmful germs and prevent health care-associated infections HOW? Clean your hands by rubbing them with an alcohol-based formula, as the preferred mean for routine hygienic hand antisepsis is hands are not visibly soiled. Wash your hands with soap and water when hands are visibly dirty or visibly soiled with blood or other body fluids. If exposure to potential spore-forming pathogens is strongly suspected or proven, including outbreaks of Clostridium difficile (C-Diff), hand washing with soap and water is the preferred means. When? Before touching a patient Before clean/aseptic procedure After body fluid exposure risk After touching a patient After touching patient surroundings World Health Organization, Patient Safety, Save Lives, Clean your hands TJ Samson Regional Health 100.0% Hand Hygiene Observed Compliance % 60.0% 40.0% 20.0% 0.0% Nursing Providers Rehab Rad. Resp. Lab EVS Dietary 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr

5 Mission TJ Regional Health will promote and provide for the health and wellness of the communities we serve and the healthcare professionals who serve them. Vision TJ Regional Health will utilize available resources to anticipate and exceed the healthcare needs of the region with a focus on quality and compassion. Core Values Service Excellence Responsive Vision Innovation Compassion Ethics GIFT CARD PICK-UP DEADLINE Employees must pick up their 2016 holiday gift cards by Friday, February 10. They may be picked up in the Accounting Department from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Friday. After February 10, this program will end.

6 welcomes Dr. Yashpal Modi Board Certified in Internal Medicine Specializing in Hematology and Medical Oncology Please welcome Dr. Yashpal Modi to the T.J. Regional Health team. Dr. Modi specializes in oncology and hematology and attended medical school at Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College in Ahmedabad, India. He completed his residency and fellowship in hematology and oncology at Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences. Dr. Modi has a passion for oncology and states, it is an exciting time as lots of new medicines are coming due to extensive research that is changing the lives of many patients. He is excited to be joining Dr. Goodin, Melanie Isbell, APRN and the rest of the Oncology team. He will be located at the T.J. Health Pavilion. Office Location: T.J. Health Pavilion 310 N.L. Rogers Wells Blvd. Glasgow, KY Medical School: Smt. N.H.L. Municipal Medical College, Ahmedabad, India Residency: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Fellowship: Hematology and Oncology: Seton Hall University School of Health and Medical Sciences Dr. Modi and his wife, Dipa, have a daughter, Diya, who is seven years old. They are excited about moving to this area due to the close proximity to Nashville and Louisville, and to be close to family and friends in near areas. He enjoys reading and traveling. It was evident that Dr. Modi was a perfect fit for our organization as he exhibits excellent communication skills with patients and their families, something very important in healthcare and especially to those in oncology. He was ranked among the top 1% in the nation during his Oncology and Hematology Board exam. T.J. Regional Health is proud to be adding such an experienced and talented member to our provider team and organization. Welcome, Dr. Modi! We are so happy to have you join our team!

7 welcomes Tiffany Frye, APRN Family Medicine We are pleased to announce that Tiffany Frye, APRN, has joined the T.J. Regional Health team. Tiffany earned a Master of Science in Nursing from Western Kentucky University and is Board Certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She will be providing primary care services in Russell Springs, and she enjoys meeting and serving patients of all ages. Office Location: T.J. Health Columbia Russell Springs Clinic 2465 Lake Way Drive Russell Springs, KY Board Certified: American Nurses Credentialing Center Masters of Science in Nursing: Western Kentucky University Tiffany is originally from Edmonton and currently lives in Barren County with her husband, Jeremy, and family. They have a 3 year old son and 6 month old daughter. She states, I love the small town atmosphere, and enjoy reading, ATV riding and spending time with family. T.J. Regional Health is proud to be adding such a wonderful nurse practitioner to our team and organization. Our organization is continuously striving to provide quality care across our service area. Welcome Tiffany, we are excited to have you join the T.J. Health Russell Springs Clinic!

8 School-Based Medicine Program WHITNEY BARGER, APRN We can treat children with these common issues: Acute Respiratory Illness/Sinusitis Allergy Symptoms Cold Sores Ear Ache Flu Minor Burn/Sunburn Minor Skin Infection/ Rash/Abrasion Pink Eye/Styes Sore Throat/Strep Throat Upset Stomach Urinary Tract Infection Sprains/Strains Mono School Physicals Sports Physicals Fever Animal or Insect Bites Antibiotic Injections Steroid Injections If you have any questions about this program, please contact your child s school nurse. Contact your school nurse to make an appointment.

9 MaxWell EAP EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM FEB Creativity is not just for the artist. Using the left side of your brain can actually make you happier, less anxious, and more resilient. Working your brain in different ways can disrupt thought patterns and help it to grow and develop new paths to stress relief. Your Employee Assistance Program can help you find outlets for your creative streak. That stroke of paint may help you spark your creative side and put your mind in a different frame. IGNITE A SPARK Expand your life through creativity. ONLINE SEMINAR Creativity 101 Creativity is putting your imagination to work, and it's produced the most extraordinary results in human culture Ken Robinson. Learn how to tap into your creativity and ways to apply it in both your personal life and your work environment. Available on Demand Starting February 21st Online seminars can be found on your home page, or you can search for them by title. TOLL-FREE: WEBSITE: USERNAME: tjsamson PASSWORD: employee Available anytime, any day, your Employee Assistance Program is a free, confidential program to help you balance your work, family, and personal life.

10 How How to to change your Password password in in HealthStream You will continue to use your badge number as your User ID. The first time you log in, use LEARN as your password. Next, you will need to change your password. You can change it to whatever you wish. Click on Account Settings Click Manage Password and then change your password. Your Badge Number LEARN Change your password and click Change Password. Thank Thank You!!!! you! Specialists are expanding into Columbia and Tompkinsville Dr. Daniel Lalonde will be seeing patients in Columbia each Wednesday beginning Wednesday, February Jamestown Street, Columbia Dr. Lawrence Rajan will be seeing patients in Tompkinsville each Friday beginning Friday, February North Main Street, Tompkinsville

11 TJ Regional Health Biometric Screening Schedule Location Dates Screening Site Time Columbia March 14th Front Lobby 5-11am Pavilion March 16th Community Center 5-11am March 17th Community Center 5-11am Hospital March 28th 4th Floor Classrooms 5-11am March 29th 4th Floor Classrooms 5-11am March 30th 4th Floor Classrooms 5-11am March 30th (Night Shift) 4th Floor Classrooms 5:30-7pm March 31th 4th Floor Classrooms 5-11am Save the date! Biometric Screenings apply to all employees and their spouses who have T.J. health insurance. By participating in this event, this is the first step in receiving your discounted rate on your health insurance premiums. You will receive an soon that includes a link to register for the date and time that works best for you. Your spouse must also register for a Biometric Screening. You and your spouse must also complete the Personal Health Survey prior to your Biometric Screening date. s with more information and registration links are coming soon. Please contact Katie Shepard with any questions or for more information at

12 Thursday, March 23, a.m. to 4 p.m. Cave City Convention Center Presented in partnership with Glasgow BPW Registration Includes: Keynote Address by Abby Rike from The Biggest Loser Health & Wellness Education Sessions Ask a Healthcare Provider Question & Answer Panel Health Screenings Lunch Refreshments Style Show featuring Sherri Shines Award Winners Great Shopping & Health Information Vendors Lots of Door Prizes! Name: Street Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: $25 SPECIAL REGISTRATION T.J. Employees Samsonites Auxiliary Volunteers Regular $45 registration rate applies after Friday, March 3. T.J. Family discount registration deadline: Friday, March 3, 2017 Please remit with payment to: T.J. Samson Women s Conference 1301 N. Race Street Glasgow, KY Questions: Please contact Bethany Matthews at or bmatthews@tjsamson.org.

13 Sherri Shines Award Do you have a wonderful woman in your life who inspires you? This great lady may be the rock in your family, the best friend you can t live without, or a sweet neighbor who has been through many difficulties in her life and has risen above them all. We want to honor two deserving ladies in our community who demonstrate the power of inspiration. We want to pamper them with relaxation, and a day to make them feel special in every way. This year at our T.J. Samson Women s Conference, we will be rewarding two special inspiring women with complete makeovers! The Sherri Shines Awards will be given in memory and in celebration of Sherri Davis. Sherri was an outstanding much-loved employee at T.J. Samson who passed away last year following a brave battle with cancer. If you would like to nominate someone, please complete this form and mail or it to us by Friday, March 3. Your Name: Your Phone Number: Your Name of the inspiring woman you are nominating: Please explain why you are nominating this special woman and why this makeover would make a difference in her life. Please include a photo of the lady you re nominating so we can display it on a PowerPoint at the conference if your nomination is chosen. Thank you for your submission! Please mail or your nomination by Friday, March 3 to: Mail: T.J. Samson, ATTN: Bethany Matthews 1301 North Race Street Glasgow, KY bmatthews@tjsamson.org