Season of gratitude: How and why to say thanks |
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November is a great time to reflect on what you're thankful for – especially as we head into the holidays. Sincere expressions of gratitude toward family and coworkers can go a long way and can create a positive environment for everyone!
Take a look at these resources from our Employee Assistance Program about why displaying gratitude matters.
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EAP Zoom TODAY
An all-associate Zoom meeting about our Employee Assistance Program will be available TODAY from 12:15 to 12:45 p.m. We will send a recording later for those who can't attend.
The meeting will include a brief presentation from VITAL WorkLife staff and time for questions.
Click the button below to join the meeting.
- Meeting ID: 884 9961 9456
- Passcode: 234703
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Radiographic Technologist Week is celebrated the week of November 8 to commemorate the discovery of the X-ray by Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen on November 8, 1895.
CHCS offers multiple imaging modalities at Onaga, Holton, and St. Marys as well as x-ray at our Frankfort location. We are on track to do approximately 10,000 exams this fiscal year. Photos of some of the hardworking folks who make this possible are below. Thank you to all of them!
--Jason McKinsey, R.T.(R)(CT)(MR)(ARRT)
Radiology Manager
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Above, top, left to right: Dan Olson, Amy Hersh, Amanda Broxterman. Above, left to right: Kelly McCauley and Rachel Clayton.
Below, top, left to right: Cole Alderfer, Wendi Alexander, Mark Downey, and Jason McKinsey. Bottom: Karen Koelzer, Lisa McClain, and Nikki Wells.
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Congratulations to Stephani Rumbo |
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CHCS is excited to announce the promotion of Stephani Rumbo as the Rehabilitation and Fitness Assistant Manager.
Stephani has been a physical therapist assistant at CHCS since 2000. She is highly qualified for this role and has demonstrated strong leadership with her team and among her peers. Stephani has worked in the Centralia and Frankfort locations for 22 years and has been a team leader for the past 10 years. She is excellent with time and staff management and goes above and beyond to ensure the highest standards are met or exceeded. She is eager to do what is right and takes the initiative without requiring assistance.
Stephani will continue to treat patients and manage staff from her office in Centralia and Frankfort. She will assume additional managerial duties in the next six months. We know Stephani will continue to help our department run smoothly. We truly value what she does for CHCS! Please join me in welcoming her promotion and congratulating her in this success.
--Andrea Lutz, DPT, MBA
Director of Ancillary Services
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Respiratory Syncytial Virus, or RSV, is a common virus that usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms. The virus has been making headlines recently because of a high number of more severe cases in children. Emergency rooms in metropolitan areas are seeing a large number of RSV-related visits, and many children have been hospitalized. Some hospitals, including Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, are reaching capacity because of RSV and influenza.
Although the number of severe cases in rural northeast Kansas has not been extraordinarily high, it’s important to be aware of the dangers of RSV to young children and older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, RSV is particularly dangerous for premature infants, infants age 6 months and younger, children younger than 2 years with chronic lung disease or congenital heart disease, children with weakened immune systems, or children with neuromuscular disorders. Although almost all children have had an RSV infection by the time they reach 2 years of age, a few may experience severe illness such as pneumonia or bronchiolitis, or inflammation of small airways in the lung.
Adults age 65 and older or with chronic lung or heart disease or weakened immune systems are also at high risk of severe illness from RSV.
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Be the change: Support mental health
and Damon's Purpose
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Check your laundry rooms, vehicles, and couches for spare change!
Next week, November 14-17, we will be putting out “Be the Change” collection containers at all of our locations to raise money for a great cause! The collection containers will go out on Monday, November 14 and will be picked up by a point person at each location by Thursday afternoon, November 17.
Damon's Purpose was started by Brenda Quigley. Brenda is from Corning and is a Registered Nurse at CHCS working with Dr. Zidek. She started Damon’s Purpose in memory of her son, Damon Lucas Quigley. Damon died by suicide at age 13 after struggling silently. Damon's Purpose is devoted to encouraging openness, fostering compassion and empathy, striving to end stigma, and advocating for suicide awareness and prevention. Brenda has worked tirelessly to establish partnerships in northeast Kansas communities and to urge anyone – but especially young people – to be open about their struggles and seek help when help is needed.
Brenda and her family, friends, and community partners have donated time and supplies to hold events, provide education, and visit classrooms and community groups.
Help CHCS win the fundraising competition!
CHCS is one of four area hospitals offering their support in a fundraiser and friendly competition. The winning hospital will have a Traveling Trophy and fundraising bragging rights for the next year! The winner will be announced on Monday, November 21 after all the fundraising totals are tabulated.
We held a t-shirt fundraising activity at the end of October. The shirts will be delivered early next week. You can show your support and wear your Stay; suicide/mental health awareness t-shirt anytime next week.
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Show us how you're #HappyinHealthCare |
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To inspire the next generation into the healthcare field, the Kansas Hospital Association is hosting a TikTok contest for students and healthcare professionals in Kansas to help us inspire others! The objectives are to:
- Influence and inspire young students to consider a career in health care
- Showcase the health care field as a meaningful, exciting choice that can bring joy to the lives of those who pursue it.
Making a TikTok video is fast and easy, and prizes will be awarded! Here's how the contest works. Create a video on your personal TikTok profile (it's free to start an account if you don't already have one). The subject of your video is up to you. We ask that you keep the content "family-friendly" (no profanity or adult content) and do not divulge any patient identities or information. Your video should help others see the value of working in healthcare. Before publishing your video, be sure to include #HappyInHealthCare. Lastly, complete the form at www.HappyInHealthCare.org to enter for your chance to win. The TikTok Contest will run through Nov. 30. For more information, visit www.HappyInHealthCare.org.
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Wet floor signs protect guests and associates |
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A wet floor is an everyday hazard. It might be caused by a spill, recent mopping, or simply walking in from the rain or snow. Most of the time, its safe to clean up the wetness and let the floor dry, however, business owners have an additional duty, the wet floor sign.
The wet floor sign isn't just a courtesy, it's required by law. Although wet floors may seem less serious, they are considered on-par with broken handrails and exposed wires.
A few tips on placing wet floor signs:
- Place signs prominently, so that a patient, guest, or associate will see them prior to entering wet floor areas
- Place signs on both sides of the wet floor/spill
- If the wet floor is near a blind corner, place the sign on the other side of the turn, to increase visibility, as it will warn of the hazard
- Remove wet signs once the wet floor/spill has been dried
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Help Employee Health update vaccine records |
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If you have received a COVID-19 vaccine recently, please be sure to provide documentation via email to employeehealth@chcsks.org or provide hard copies via interoffice mail delivered by the courier.
Questions? Call or email Employee Health.
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Join KSRE for Living Well Wednesday
K-State Research and Extension hosts a virtual learning series, Living Well Wednesday.
Wellness is defined broadly through this series, including topics that relate to physical, mental, financial and relationship health.
The fall series launched earlier this month with "Simplifying the Holiday."
More upcoming dates/topics include:
- Nov. 30 — "Dealing with grief and sadness during the holidays," presented by Melissa Atchison.
- Dec. 14 — "Simple holiday meals," presented by Ashley Svaty, Christina Holmes, and Melinda Daily.
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Important reminders and community events
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The next Youth Mental Health First Aid course is November 17. The course meets virtually from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Two hours of online education are required prior to the virtual class meeting. Register by calling Kelsey Edwards at 785-889-5048 or emailing kelseyedwards@chcsks.org. Cost is $30 for books and materials.
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CHCS Open Enrollment is slated for the week of November 28. Dates and times and other important information was included in last week's E-Connection, so be sure to take a look if you missed it.
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Onaga Historical Society is holding its annual Veterans Day Program and Reception November 13 at 2:00 p.m. Admission is free. View a flyer to find details.
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Relias courses have been assigned and are available now. All courses must be completed by December 15. Access Relias from the For Associates page of our website. The login page includes a password recovery option. If you need help, please contact HR.
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Coffee and Gift Shop Delights |
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Special
November 14-November 18:
Frosted Cinnamon Roll Latte
- Brown sugar, cinnamon, and cheesecake
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16 oz., $4
- Hot, cold, or frappe
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Who's ready for the holidays?!
We are ready for the holidays ... well, ALMOST. Please note the following.
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Our Pre-holiday Clearance Sale is on--almost everything is 30% off!
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Close-out sale: Natural Inspirations, Carmie's Kitchen dips, and other items are 50% off while supplies last!
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Thanksgiving centerpieces are available for pre-order. Orders are due 12 noon Thursday, November 17 and will be available for pickup Tuesday, November 22 after 10 a.m. View the order form.
- Thanksgiving week hours
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The Coffee Shop will close at 12 noon on November 23 and 25 and will be closed on Thanksgiving
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The Gift Shop will close at 12 noon on Friday, November 18 and will reopen at 7 a.m. Monday, November 28. Let us know if you need something during that time!
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CHCS menu: Onaga and Eastridge |
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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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