February 22, 2012
Home Video Patient Focus ADMIN News & Announcements Events, Classes & Studies Photo Galleries CUMC Resources Submit a Story Issue Archives Download the Current Issue   Join Creighton University Medical Center   on Facebook Issue Archives   Printer Friendly Version              Go Back     Issue Archives Current Issue Tuesday, January 18, 2011 Spotlight: Feed the Need Food Drive Exceeds Goal in 2011 Creighton University Medical Center employees, physicians and residents set out to raise the bar during the eighth annual Feed the Need food drive. Exceeding the goal, over 35,100 pounds of food were raised and donated to the Siena-Francis House. People First: Recognizing Outstanding CUMC Employees Lisa Paulson and Tammy Johnston named employee of the month. Leader’s Voice: Get Ready for IMPACT: Improving Patient Care Through Technology We are embarking on a 15-month initiative to improve patient care through technology (IMPACT). IMPACT includes two rounds of computerizing our patient charts and order entry. This effort sets the foundation for exchanging patient information across community healthcare providers to improve patient care. Patient Focus: Cafeteria Renovation to Include Subway, New Menu Options and More! Creighton University Medical Center will embark on another renovation project in 2012 to improve patient and visitor satisfaction. However this time the focus will be on one of the main common areas used by patients and visitors- the cafeteria. Download the Current Issue  The Connection, December 15, 2011 Thursday, December 15, 2011 Spotlight: Physicians Health Clinic Keystone Open House Dec. 28. 29 and 30 Join us for an open house Dec. 28, 29 and 30 at the new Physicians Health Clinic location in Keystone Landing. People First: Electronic W2 Form As part of our ongoing efforts to “go green,” beginning December 1, Tenet will offer employees the option to receive their W-2s electronically, eliminating the need for paper copies. Leader’s Voice: Reflecting Back on 2011, Looking Forward to a Bright Year Ahead As we prepare to celebrate the holiday season and embark on a new year I think it is appropriate that we reflect on the accomplishments achieved throughout 2011 at Creighton University Medical Center. Patient Focus: Creighton University Creighton-led Hernia Team Reaches Milestone of 1,000 Patients in DRA Creighton-led medical team participating in its ninth annual trip to the Dominican Republic to repair hernias reached a special milestone on Nov. 8, when it completed its 1,000th patient surgery. Download the Connection, December 15, 2011  The Connection, November 15, 2011 Tuesday, November 15, 2011 Spotlight: Physicians Health Clinic Keystone Location Now Open! Creighton University Medical Center is excited to announce the opening of a second Physicians Health Clinic location at 90th and Boyd in the Keystone area. It is conveniently located right in the Keystone neighborhood. People First: Creighton University Medical Center Recognizes Employees for Service Creighton University Medical Center honored employees for their years of service, on October 28, at the annual Employee Recognition Dinner held at the downtown Hilton. Leader’s Voice: Give Thanks, Feed the Need This time of year we are reminded of everything we have to be thankful for. As we give thanks we are reminded of those in need. Continuing with our annual tradition we will once again embark on the challenge to “Feed the Need” in our community by collecting food for the Siena Francis House. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center Protects Patients and Employees Through Flu Vaccination Creighton University Medical Center implemented a mandatory flu vaccination policy in 2010 to help protect employees and reduce the likelihood that patients or individuals served would be exposed to the flu. Download the Connection, November 15, 2011  The Connection, October 17, 2011 Monday, October 17, 2011 Spotlight: Second Physicians Health Clinic Location to Open Nov. 1 Creighton University Medical Center is excited to announce the opening of a second Physicians Health Clinic location at 90th and Boyd in the Keystone area. It is conveniently located right in the Keystone neighborhood. People First: Kathy Zaloudek, Nurse Turned Artist Kathy Zaloudek saw an email soliciting proposals for a mural in the 1M hallway one day that sparked her interest. A little over a month later this nurse turned artist celebrated with fellow co-workers as she explained the thought that went into the project. Leader’s Voice: Creighton Welcomes Timothy Lannon as 24th President A Creighton University welcomed Timothy R. Lannon, S.J. as the 24th President of Creighton University during an inauguration ceremony held Sept. 30. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center Leads Among Academic Medical Centers in Reducing Readmission Rates and Primary Care Follow-Up Creighton University Medical Center is a leader among academic medical centers in reducing readmission rates and scheduling primary- care follow-up appointments after being discharged from the hospital, according to a study recently released by the Dartmouth Atlas Project. Download the Connection, October 17, 2011  The Connection, September 19, 2011 Spotlight: Orthopedic Neurology Unit to Open End of September Creighton University Medical Center will open an 18 bed, orthopedic neurology unit this month. Located on the fifth floor of the hospital the new unit will be dedicated to caring for orthopedic and neurology patients. People First: Employees Pulled Together to Raise Money for Those Affected by Flooding Creighton University Medical Center employees held a bake sale in August to raise money for those affected by flooding. Employees pulled together to raise over $600 through the bake sale and donations. Leader’s Voice: Patient Disclosure and Visitors A message from the compliance officer about patient disclosure when visitors are present. Patient Focus: Taking Customer Service to the Next Level Creighton University Medical Center is introducing a new program, AIDET, to take customer service to the next level. Download The Connection, September 19, 2011  The Connection, August 11, 2011 Thursday, August 11, 2011 Spotlight: Women’s Services Marketing Campaign Timed with the remodel of the Birth Center Creighton University Medical Center will be launching a Women’s Services marketing campaign the beginning of September. Leader’s Voice: Gifts and Entertainment, A Message from the Hospital Compliance Officer Our culture is much attuned to the giving and receiving of gifts to celebrate events such as birthday, anniversaries and various holidays throughout the year. We can also customarily find ourselves to be the giver or recipient of gifts as an act of kindness, thanks, or recognition of a job well-done. While the tradition of gift giving and receiving is very much a part of our society as a whole, in healthcare the act of gift-giving and receiving is subject to limitations. People First: Recognizing Outstanding Employees and Managers Mindy Bosanek was named manager of the 2nd Quarter and Ken Nesbitt, Sarah Long and Christine Wright were named employee of the month read more to learn why these outstanding employees were recognized. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center, Children’s Hospital & Medical Center Form Pediatric Critical Care Partnership A new partnership agreement between Creighton University Medical Center (CUMC) and Children’s Hospital & Medical Center will enhance the delivery of pediatric critical care. The partnership, already in effect, is specific to pediatric intensive care unit (PICU) patient care. Download the Connection, August 11, 2011  The Connection, July 12, 2011 Sunday, June 12, 2011 Spotlight: Creighton Cardiac Center Celebrates 50th Anniversary The Cardiac Center at Creighton University Medical Center will celebrate a significant milestone in July- its 50th anniversary. Leader’s Voice: BCBSNE Collaborating with Area Hospitals to Improve Surgical Outcomes Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) recently contributed $35,000 each to Creighton University Medical Center (CUMC) and Methodist Hospital in support of a program designed to improve surgical outcomes. People First: Creighton University Medical Center Implements Everbridge Emergency Notification System Creighton University Medical Center recently activated, Everbridge, an emergency notification system used to communicate with employees during emergency situations. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center Offers New ER Service Powered by InQuickER Creighton University Medical Center will be introducing InQuickER, an emergency room service that facilitates patient satisfaction by allowing consumers to hold a place at the ER online, while waiting in the comfort of their own homes. Download the Connetion, July 12, 2011  The Connection, June 10, 2011 Friday, June 10, 2011 Spotlight: Creighton University Medical Center Wins Heart Walk Fundraising Award Creighton University Medical Center won the Top Fundraising Medical Institution trophy for raising over $32,000 for the American Heart Association Start! Heart Walk. Leaders Voice: New Policy Storage System, Lucidoc I’m excited to announce the addition of a new web based policy storage system, Lucidoc. People First: Novotny Named Manager of the Quarter Ann Novotny, Director of Materials Management was named manager of the Quarter for first quarter of 2011. Patient Focus: New Scrub Colors by Discipline New scrub colors by discipline will be implemented effective June 20. The goal of the uniform scrub colors is to help our inpatients recognize staff and caregivers they see during their stay at Creighton University Medical Center. The new scrub colors only apply to those that see inpatients. Download the Current Issue Download The Connection June 10, 2011  The Connection May 2, 2011 Monday, May 02, 2011 Spotlight: National Nurses Week and Hospital Week 2011! Creighton University Medical Center will celebrate National Nurses Week May 2-6 2011. Nurses Week will lead into National Hospital Week May 9-13, 2011. Leaders Voice: Recognizing Our Nurses and Employees It is a time to celebrate the contributions you make each and every day as an employee at Creighton University Medical Center. No matter what your role is at the hospital – from admissions to the patient care areas – you are working toward our mission of the prevention of illness, the restoration and improvement of health, and the compassionate care of the suffering. People First: First Quarter Employees of the Month See who was selected for January, February and March employee of the month or nominate a fellow employee. Patient Focus: New Scrub Colors by Discipline New scrub colors by discipline will be implemented effective June 20. The goal of the uniform scrub colors is to help our inpatients recognize staff and caregivers they see during their stay at Creighton University Medical Center. The new scrub colors only apply to those that see inpatients. Download The Connection May 2, 2011  The Connection April 4, 2011 Spotlight: Mobile Application Now Available for Creighton University Medical Center Creighton University Medical Center launched a mobile application to further connect the hospital to community members and increase access to health-related information. The mobile application, powered by WorldLink, is available as a free download for iPhone™, iPad™, and Android™ products. Leader’s Voice: New Carrier and In-Network Coverage FAQ’s As April begins, I hope for the return of warm weather and the chance for all of us to get outside and enjoy it. As April begins we are also reminded we are already three months into a new benefits year with a new medical insurance carrier, United Health. With the introduction of a new medical plan I wanted to take a moment to clarify a few key questions we have heard over the last three months. People First: Recognizing Creighton University Medical Center Staff At Creighton University Medical Center there are several avenues to recognize staff. Below is a summary of the ways you can recognize employees and fellow co-workers. Patient Focus: Heart Failure Program Implemented to Reduce Readmissions Creighton University Medical Center implemented the Heart Failure Program to help reduce readmissions for heart failure patients. Download The Connection April 4, 2011  The Connection, March 10, 2011 Thursday, March 10, 2011 Spotlight: Physicians Health Clinic – Convenient Care for Employees Physicians Health Clinic, a Creighton University Medical Center affiliated clinic, opened a new primary care clinic at 24th and Vinton in Omaha this year. Leader’s Voice: 2011 General Ethics and Compliance Refresher Training The 2011 Ethics and Compliance Refresher Training sessions, “Trust on the Horizon,” will only be held during the month of April 2011. All Creighton University Medical Center employees must attend one of the mandatory sessions in April. People First: Newell Inducted into International Association of Nurses Hilda Newell was inducted into the International Association of Nurses (IAN) as a Worldwide Leader in Healthcare for 2011. New Comfort Care Order Set A Comfort Care Order Set was recently initiated at Creighton University Medical Center. The Comfort Cares Order Set was developed to enable physicians and nurses to meet the needs of the patient requiring comfort care with an organized approach. Download the Connection March 10, 2011  The Connection February 18, 2011 Thursday, February 17, 2011 Spotlight: State of the Art Equipment Added in Surgery and Radiation Oncology Creighton University Medical Center recently added a new da Vinci Si robot to the OR and new equipment in Radiation Oncology including a new CT Scanner, Planning System and Linear Accelerator. Leader’s Voice: Governor Makes Visit to Creighton University Medical Center Governor Dave Heineman visited our hospital on Feb. 16 to learn more about Creighton University Medical Center’s benefit and support within our community. People First: New Team Members Added to Business Development Three new team members were recently added to the Business Development team - Heidi Tast, Lee Anne Caruso and Monica Robinson. Patient Focus: Benchmarks Set for Maintaining Patient Satisfaction for Pain Management To meet pain reassessment Joint Commission standards our policy states a pain reassessment score must be documented within 75 minutes after administering a pain medication. Download The Connection February 18, 2011  The Connection December 22, 2010 Wednesday, December 22, 2010 Spotlight: Creighton University Medical Center Raises Over 30,000 Pounds of Food to Benefit Siena Francis House Creighton University Medical Center residents, physicians and staff rallied together to donate over 33,000 pounds of food to the Siena Francis House as part of the annual “Feed the Need” food drive. Leader’s Voice: Reflecting Back on 2010, Looking Forward to a Bright New Year As we prepare to celebrate the holiday season and embark on a new year I think it is appropriate that we reflect on the accomplishments achieved throughout 2010 at Creighton University Medical Center. People First: Nutt-Scott Named December Employee of the Month Shirley Nutt-Scott from the Food Service department was named employee of the month for December. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center Measures Up on Quality The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), a division of the Department of Health & Human Services, collects and reports quality data on hospitals that treat Medicare and Medicaid patients. Download the Connection December 22, 2010  The Connection November 24, 2010 Wednesday, November 24, 2010 Download the Connection November 24, 2010  The Connection October 27, 2010 Wednesday, Oct. 27, 2010 Spotlight: Operating Room 12 Remodeled as Minimally Invasive Suite Creighton University Medical Center is excited to announce the completion of operating room 12 which was converted from a standard surgery suite to a minimally invasive surgery suite. Leader’s Voice: Lannon to Become 24th President at Creighton University Father Lannon will become Creighton’s 24th president on July 1, 2011. He will succeed the Rev. John. P. Schlegel, S. J., who will step down after 11 years as president. People First: Robinson Named October Employee of the Month Monica Robinson, patient advocate for Conifer Health Solutions was named the October 2010 employee of the month. Patient Focus: Pain Management, Assessmentand Reducing the Risk of Infection Pain management and reducing the risk of infections for our patients. Download the Connection October 27, 2010  The Connection September 30, 2010 Wednesday September 30, 2010 Spotlight: Creighton University Medical Center to Open South Omaha Clinic Creighton University Medical Center is excited to announce they will be opening a clinic at 24th and Vinton Streets in South Omaha. Leader’s Voice: Safety and Security at Creighton University Medical Center The shooting incident at Creighton University Medical Center yesterday morning was extremely unfortunate. Thankfully, none of our patients, employees or members of the public were harmed. We again are extremely grateful to the Omaha Police Department (OPD). People First: Saqui Named September Employee of the Month Ruby Saqui from Midwest Maintenance was named September Employee of the Month. Patient Focus: Pastoral Care Week As we celebrate Pastoral Care Week October 24-30 please take a moment to thank the pastoral care givers at Creighton University Medical Center. Download the Connection September 30, 2010  The Connection August 25, 2010 Wednesday August 25, 2010 Spotlight: CUMC Launches Sinuplasty Campaign Chronic sinusitis, an inflammation of the sinus lining, is one of the most commonly diagnosed chronic illnesses. Creighton University Medical Center will launch a marketing campaign targeting sinus sufferers in September to help them “Breathe Easy.” Leader’s Voice: CUMC Completes Phase One of the Patient Room Renovation Project I am excited to announce the completion of the first of our patient care areas to be renovated, meeting the health care needs of our patients. The newly renovated cardiac care unit, located on the fourth floor (4100), will reopen on August 27. People First: July and August Employee of the Month Karen Kealy, patient access representative in the PAC Department was selected as the July Employee of the Month. Ed Mentzer, lead security officer, was selected as August Employee of the Month. Patient Focus: Parking Lot Safety and Security Features Added at Creighton University Medical Center New emergency assistance phones have been placed in parking areas to provide better safety and security for patients, visitors and employees! Download the Connection August 25, 2010  The Connection July 28, 2010 Wednesday, July 28, 2010 Spotlight: Health Matters Now Available! The second edition of “Health Matters” hit mailboxes in Omaha/Council Bluffs mid-July. Leader’s Voice: We’re Growing- Orthopedic Neurology Unit A letter from President and CEO Gary L. Honts and Chief Nursing Officer Mary Anne McCrea. People First: Margie Curran Named Employee of the Month! Curran was selected as the Employee of the Month for July because of her willingness to go the extra mile for a terminally ill cancer patient on 5500. Patient Focus: Creighton University Medical Center Recognized by the American Heart Association Creighton University Medical Center (CUMC) has been recognized for achievement in using evidence-based guidelines to provide the best possible care to patients through The American Heart Association/ American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines® program. Download the Connection July 28, 2010  The Connection June 23, 2010 Friday, July 23, 2010 Spotlight: Creighton University Medical Center Abdominal Cancer Program Goes Online Creighton University Medical Center recently launched an online campaign to increase awareness about abdominal cancer and the treatment options and services available at CUMC. Leader’s Voice: Gary L. Honts, President & CEO; One Year Later In 1979, I started my career at Creighton University Medical Center. Thirty years later, I returned as your Chief Executive Officer. People First: Meet Versant Residency Manager Erin Heisler Nearly a year and a half ago Creighton University Medical Center announced the implementation of the Versant RN Residency program. Patient Focus: Take Charge of Patient Safety! Last week the American Society for Healthcare Risk Management (ASHRM) announced this year’s theme for Healthcare Risk Management Week (June 14-18) as “RMPower! Take Charge for Patient Safety.” Download the Connection June 23, 2010  The Connection May 27, 2010 Thursday, May 27, 2010 Spotlight: Free Head & Neck Screening Learn more about a free head and neck screening. Download the Connection May 27, 2010  The Connection May 12, 2010 Wednesday, May 12, 2010 Spotlight: Creighton University Medical Center Neurosurgeon Presents Back Pain Seminar at Senior Partners May 22 Learn more about the ways to treat back pain Leader’s Voice: Hospital Week 2010 A letter from President and CEO Gary L. Honts People First: Vicki Sohl Named Nurse of the Year! CUMC Celebrates its Nurses of the Units and Nurse of the Year! Patient Focus: CUMC Nurses Presented with Award for Hospital-Wide Quality Initiative During Annual Nursing Research Day This hospital-wide initiative helped to decrease infections. Download the Connection 5.12.2010  The Connection April 30,2010 Friday, April 30, 2010 Spotlight: CUMC launches new magazine! Leader's Voice: A letter from CNO Mary Ann McCrea about Nurses Week! Patient Focus: IS Team helps patient. People First: Help us nominate the next employee of the month! Download  The Connection April 14, 2010 Wednesday, April 14, 2010 Spotlight: CUMC Offers Incisionless Treatment for GERD. People First: Meet CUMC's Tenet Hero Nominee! Leader's Voice: HCO Tiffany Thompson talks about Hospital Corporate Compliance and Ethics Week. Patient Focus: Quality Quick Tip Review! Download  The Connection March 31, 2010 Wednesday, March 31, 2010 Spotlight: The Creighton Cardiac Center Opens its new Cath Lab. People First: ICU Nurse Chris Killion chosen as employee of the month! Leader's Voice: COO Ron Groepper shares information about patient room updates. Patient Focus: Personal Protective Equipment. Download  The Connection March, 17, 2010 Wednesday, March 31, 2010 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month! You can make a difference. Send a friend an e-card encouraging them to get a colonoscopy. Print off a flyer--or attend our FREE Seminar. Employee of the Month is Nurse Educator Susan Davis! President and CEO Gary L. Honts discusses the importance of Doctor's Day. And important hand hygiene information you need to know! Download  The Connection March 3, 2010 Wednesday, March 03, 2010 Spotlight: Another Chance: After Brain Surgery. People First: Meet the H.R. Team! Leader's Voice: A message from CEO Gary Honts. Patient Focus: National Patient Safety Week! Download The Connection 3.3.10  The Connection February 17, 2010 Spotlight: No Two Hearts Are Alike; Surgery Shouldn't Be Either. People First: Meet the CUMC Employee of the Month. Leader's Voice: CNO Mary Anne McCrea shares the new nursing mission. Patient Focus: Project RED, a new quality iniative was created to lower readmission rates. Download the Connection 2.17.10  The Connection February 3, 2010 February is Heart Month. Check out the Spotlight story, A Mother's Close Call with Heart Disease. And it has been one year since the Versant RN Residency program was put in place, find out how the program has helped new nursing grads! Plus much more! Download The Connection 2.5.2010  The Connection 1.5.10 Featured in the Connection: The New Connection, What to Expect. Winter Blood Shortage. Healthy-at-Tenet. Download The Connection 1.5.10           Go Back         Return to Top
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