New Employee Assistance Program
goes live September 1
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The past few years have been challenging for all of us, but we've also seen and experienced incredible dedication and resilience. As healthcare professionals, we face unique challenges that can significantly affect our personal and professional lives.
We partnered with VITAL WorkLife to provide all associates an external resource that offers free and confidential behavioral support, coaching, and legal & financial services. These services will help you and your family analyze, address, and resolve problems. (Click the flyer, above right, to enlarge.)
These resources are available as of September 1 to all CHCS associates and extended family members, including spouse, partner, children, siblings, and parents – even if they reside in another state! Resources include:
Find more information on the For Associates section of the CHCS website or visit VITALWorkLife.com. An introductory video is also linked at the bottom of this article.
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How to access your new EAP
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Call 800-388-1908
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Visit the website to fill out a brief request form
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Browse the website for member resources; click "Member Login" (see username and password below)
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Scan the QR code, below left, to pull up the request form on your device
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Download the VITAL WorkLife App from the App Store or scan the QR code, below right. View an FAQ flyer about the app.
Username: chcsks
Password: member
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NEKSHCC donates equipment to CHCS |
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The Northeast Kansas Healthcare Coalition, or NEKSHCC, recently donated three pieces of equipment to Community HealthCare System. The equipment was worth more than $1,000 and included one each of the following:
- Microsoft Surface Laptop Go
- 3M Littmann CORE Stethoscope
- ChoiceMMed Oxywatch Fingertip Pulse Oximeter
The stethoscope is a specialized instrument with features such as sound amplification, noise cancellation, and connection to software that helps detect heart murmurs and arrythmia.
Physician Assistant Jeremy Brandt is using the new stethoscope.
“I appreciate the donation from the NEKSHCC. I've wanted to try an amplified stethoscope for a while. There is no question that heart sounds are louder with it, and when the stethoscope is paired via Bluetooth with the Eko app and noise canceling is employed, the sounds are very crisp,” Brandt said.
CHCS plans to use the laptop for staff to check out when they need to work offsite, and the pulse oximeter, a small device that clips onto a finger and measures how much oxygen is in someone’s blood, will be allocated to a clinic or a patient in need.
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Digital parenthood is filled with difficult decisions and unanswered questions. We get it: Raising kids in this digital age is hard. But it's even harder to do it alone.
That's why the Mental Health Committee is bringing you Screen Sanity, a highly acclaimed program designed to help parents unpack the hottest screen time topics. We'll learn about and discuss:
- Side effects of unhealthy screen use
- How to develop a family screen plan that supports your values
- How to have confidence in serving as a mentor/guide for your children in a digital world
- and more!
Sign up to join a small group on Mondays starting September 12! Choose from three times: 7:30 a.m., 12:15 p.m., or 7:00 p.m. Each group will meet for 5 weeks, and each session lasts 45 minutes (two brief videos and a discussion). Zoom links will be available as well an in-person meeting space in Onaga.
After you sign up and choose which time slot you prefer, you'll receive an email with details and instructions on registering through the Screen Sanity portal.
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Help staff the Health Fair and Baby Shower |
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Our Health Fair and Community Baby Shower is the morning of October 8. We need lots of help to staff the event! Please sign up and make plans to help offer this valuable service to our communities.
Click the flyer at left to view, download, or share. This flyer along with an FAQ are available at all locations (and on our blog).
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Delivering the WOW Experience |
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Shannon Heim, St. Marys Manor Administrator, recently shared a WOW experience. She wrote the following:
"Amanda and Emma Monteleone are both Cooks in our Dietary Department (as well as sisters). Most days when their shifts are complete, they clock out and spend 1:1 time with our residents. They sit and chat with them, hold their hands and sometimes play a game during an organized activity. Both girls are very humble, and I know they don't do it for the attention or shout-out, but I want them to know how special I think this is. Some of our residents don't get many visitors, so these girls spending their time off the clock to visit with them absolutely warms my heart. They are two of the kindest people I have ever met, and they have reminded me that it's ok to slow down sometimes and remember what's important. Quality time.
Amanda is currently enrolled in an online Dietary Manager Program through the University of North Dakota, and Emma recently enrolled in a CNA program. We are honored to have both of them on our team at St. Marys Manor!"
Thank you to Amanda and Emma for delivering the WOW experience for St. Marys Manor residents, and thanks to Shannon for taking time to recognize their kindness.
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If you have noticed a CHCS associate deliver the WOW experience, please share! Email it to Sarah Hancock or call ext. 5133.
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Thanks to everyone who helped represent CHCS at summer parades, fairs, and festivals in communities around the system. We appreciate your time and heat tolerance, and we know our communities love to see us at these events!
The photo above shows our group from the Corning Days parade; from left, Mindy Olberding, Chantel Heinen, Deanne Tanking, Elaine Rethman, Karen Elliott, Sheila Talley, and Kay Lyn Mueting. Looking good!
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STOP THE BLEED: Sign up now!
The number one cause of preventable death after injury is bleeding.
You can learn how to help save a life at the next CHCS STOP THE BLEED training on August 25 from 9 to 11 a.m. in the Walsh Room. Hit the green button below to sign up!
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Congratulations to Miss Pottawatomie!
Redbud CNA Grace Wegner was crowned Miss Pottawatomie County during the Pottawatomie County Fair. Six contestants competed in talent, evening gown, and interviews. Scholarships and cash prizes. were awarded.
Congratulations, Grace!
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Important reminders and community events
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Redbud Plaza Assisted Living is looking for entertainers! Some of Redbud's former regulars are no longer able to visit. If you know of a musician or group who would be willing to perform on a regular basis (once a month or once every two months), please contact Sarah Hancock or Michelle Lippert.
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CHCS Fitness Center punch cards are on sale during the month of August. Swing by or call a Fitness Center to get details.
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The next community blood drive is TOMORROW, August 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Walsh Room. To schedule a time to donate blood, please visit the website or call/email Marlene Wolfe (ext. 5002).
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Onaga Historical Society along with Humanities Kansas is hosting "What a Ride! Rural Community-Owned Carnivals" with Erika Nelson and Vicki Flattery on August 20, 1:30 to 3:00 at the Onaga Historical Museum. View a flyer for details.
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The second-quarter WorkWell activity is designed to help us connect with and live our passion and purpose. Read instructions and download the Activity Packet to get started. Attestations are due Sept. 9.
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The K-State Research and Extension Office of Pottawatomie County is hosting Living on the Edge: The Realities of Living Paycheck to Paycheck at the Wamego High School Gym on September 20 from 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. View the flyer.
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Coffee and Gift Shop Delights |
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August 22-26 Special:
Mounds Latte
- Chocolate and coconut
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16 oz., $4
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Hot, cold, or frappe
On summer Fridays, we have cherry limeades and the Coffee Shop Meal Deal!
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Introducing MixCraft Spirit Infusion Kits
Infuse your own spirits to make custom cocktails! Four flavors are available, with special holiday flavors coming soon.
Each infusion produces 8 shots of deliciousness, and each bottle can be infused twice. "Refills" on infusers are available for order, or the label is designed to be removed so you can reuse the bottle.
Each bottle comes with a small funnel, instructions, and a cocktail recipe. Enjoy!
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CHCS menu: Onaga and Eastridge |
St. Marys menus are available each morning through the Activities chronicle.
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Did you miss your Connection?
Important information is relayed every week in the E-Connection. If you miss it in your email, an archive is available on our website. Visit the For Associates page, then click E-Connection Archive.
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Send items for the E-Connection or for sharing with our broader social media audience to sarahhancock@chcsks.org. Please send items by close of business on Tuesdays when possible. Ideas are welcome!
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