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Kansas elected officials recently took time to participate in a video to thank healthcare workers. Take a look!
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Jes Hipp assumes clinic Nurse Manager role |
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Along with serving as Lead Nurse at our Centralia Clinic, Jes Hipp is also now serving as Nurse Manager of the clinics. Jes will become more involved in nursing education, Rural Health Clinic (RHC) compliance, Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)/quality improvement, hiring and staffing, policy and procedures, clinic projects, and budgeting and payroll.
Congratulations, Jes!
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CHCS pool reopens Monday, October 4! |
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The CHCS pool project is finally finished! HOORAY!
The pool will reopen to the public on Monday, October 4. COVID-19 precautions will be in effect as follows.
- Hours of operation will be:
- M-F: 6:00 to 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m.
- M-Th: 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
- F: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
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Patrons may sign up for one 45-minute time slot per day by stopping by or calling the Fitness Center at 785-889-5048. (Note: All must exit the pool at a quarter till the hour, regardless of when they entered, so don't be late!) This precaution is in place to prevent crowding in locker rooms.
- Each time slot is limited to 3 patrons at a time.
- No pool parties or swim classes until further notice.
We will be sharing this news with the public later today.
Thanks again to Gordon Beightel for managing this large project! It had a lot of twists and turns, and we appreciate his patience and skill in navigating the challenges.
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IT security reminder: Stop ransomware! |
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Pottawatomie County was recently hit by a ransomware attack, meaning that hackers gained access to the county's systems and encrypted servers so officials cannot access them unless they pay a fee, or ransom. Read a news story from WIBW.
These are very dangerous attacks that have had dire consequences in many industries, but healthcare is a more and more frequent target. Hackers often gain access to systems through clicks on email links. ALL CHCS ASSOCIATES NEED TO BE CAREFUL about clicking on email links or attachments that originate from outside the organization.
The situation in Pottawatomie County is a reminder that our region is not exempt from these attacks. Please keep your guard up and ask IT if you receive an email that you think could be suspicious. Learn more about ransomware.
THINK BEFORE YOU CLICK!
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Our Health Fair is Saturday, October 9 from 7:00 to 10:00 a.m.
During the Health Fair, individuals can receive a complete blood count, chemistry panel, thyroid screen, cholesterol panel, and hemoglobin A1c for diabetes screening for $25. A prostate specific antigen, or PSA, test can be added for $10. Payment is by cash, check, or credit card.
We still need some help!
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Work the event: We need more phlebotomists and a vaccine nurse to work at the Health Fair. Sign up now.
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Please continue to share the event on social media and encourage patients and friends, family, and community members to call Onaga Clinic to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome, but wait times may be longer.
Don't forget that Pottawatomie County Public Health will be on hand to offer influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. COVID-19 boosters will be available for those who qualify!
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Blood donors are needed for the next CHCS blood drive in Onaga on Friday, October 8!
The blood drive is in the Walsh Room from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Book an appointment online at savealifenow.org/group (enter group code TPJR) or contact Marlene Wolfe at (785) 889-5002 or at marlenewolfe@chcsks.org.
Thank you for donating!
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Eric Bjelland serves on City Commission
Eric Bjelland, director of support services, is now serving on the Holton City Commission. The photo at left is from the Holton Recorder and shows his swearing-in ceremony.
Congratulations, Eric, and good luck!
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Take a parent survey (and receive $10!)
The University of Kansas is surveying parents and caregivers in Kansas to help learn about service needs for families with children across Kansas communities. The information you and others provide will be used to develop new services and remove barriers to accessing existing services so Kansas children and families can thrive in their communities.
PARENTS WILL RECEIVE $10 FOR COMPLETING THE SURVEY.
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Enter the Rural Kansas Photography Contest
KU Medical Center Rural Health Education and Services and Kansas Country Living Magazine are teaming up to sponsor a photography contest! Categories include Healthcare in Kansas, Wildlife and Critters, Road Trip, and more. First- and second-place winners in each category receive cash prizes, and the grand prize winner is published on the January magazine cover.
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Redbud was flocked!
Redbud staff found quite a flock waiting for them earlier this week. Decorative flamingos were deposited in the yard as a fundraiser for the Onaga class of 2022 after-prom event. Donors pay to "flock" someone, then the "flocked" entity provides a payment to have the beasts relocated. At least these birds don't leave a mess!
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Community events
- The Onaga Historical Society is holding its Annual Heritage Day at the Museum on Saturday, October 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Enjoy the museum, special presentations and music, a silent auction, and more! View a flyer to learn more.
- Enter the Onaga Historical Society Fall Drawing to win a crocheted patriotic afghan or a patchwork quilt made with vintage fabrics. Tickets are available at four locations in Onaga; drawing is Oct. 29. Find the details.
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Jeans in October!
The Greater Giving Friday Jeans fundraiser continues through the end of the year. If you'd like to wear jeans on Fridays in October, your $10 payment is due TOMORROW (Friday, October 1).
Please make the program easier to administer by ensuring that you fill out a form with your first and last name and that you turn in the form with your payment. (Click the form at left to expand.)
Donations and forms go to the following individuals at each location:
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Holton: Kim Lovvorn
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Onaga: Alisa Skruch or Marlene Wolfe (Administration office)
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Westmoreland: Registration staff
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Frankfort: Stacy Vermetten
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St. Marys Clinic: Registration staff
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St. Marys Manor: Shannon Heim
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Centralia Clinic: Jes Hipp
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Eastridge: Jes Hipp at Centralia Clinic
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Important reminders
- In this week's COVID-19 Testing Update, we shared news about newly approved Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine booster shots. On Tuesday, we sent a survey to gauge associate interest in boosters and to collect questions. Please take the survey by Friday, October 1.
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The deadline for CHCS associates to receive a flu shot is October 29, 2021. Find flu shot clinic dates. Please have your flu shot consent and annual health assessment completed before you arrive. These documents are in Public Folders > Employee Health > Influenza or in PowerDMS (search for Flu Vaccination & Health Assessment).
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Coffee Shop special
October 5-October 9
Caramel apple latte
- 6 oz., $4
- Hot, cold, or frappe
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The Coffee and Gift Shop will be OPEN for the Health Fair on Saturday, October 9.
Hours will be 6:30 to 11:00 a.m. See you there!
Come for the caffeine and stay for the new crop of glass pumpkins in the Gift Shop ... plus new fall candy. Yum!
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CHCS menu: Onaga and Eastridge |
St. Marys menus are available each morning through the Activities chronicle.
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Michelle Lippert, Elaine Stephenson, and John Jeanneret took 9 Redbud residents driving around the Randolph/Tuttle Creek area. They stopped and had a picnic before returning home. Sounds like a beautiful day! |
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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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