November 12, 2020 
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IN THE NEWS
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Pike County Red Level 3
COVID-19 - Public Emergency
Protect Yourself & Others
Practice 6 feet  Social Distancing Wash Your Hands Often
Wear a Face Mask
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Below is a recap of Thursday night's address from Governor DeWine.
WHERE WE ARE NOW
Ohio is experiencing a more intense surge in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations, ICU admissions across the entire state.
In September, Ohio averaged under 1,000 cases a day. Today, Ohio reported our second highest number of cases at nearly 5,900. Some believe that the only reason we are seeing more cases is because more testing is being done. We do have more testing available throughout the state, but while testing has not yet doubled, cases have almost quadrupled.
Last week, Ohio had just under 2,000 COVID patients in hospitals throughout the state. But today, one week later, Ohio is approaching 3,000 patients. A month ago, 240 patients with COVID were in the ICU receiving critical care. As of today, more than 700 Ohioans are in the ICU.
We know how to beat this virus. We need to stick to the basics: wash your hands; wear your mask even when you're with friends and family; stay socially distanced; work from home when you can; and stay at home when you are sick.
We cannot pick and choose when we follow this guidance.
We have to follow it every single day if we want to beat this virus.
WHAT WE ARE DOING
New Mask Order
- Most businesses are doing a good job ensuring that COVID-19 safety guidelines are being followed. However, it is clear that there are some businesses where mask-wearing is lacking.
- We have a responsibility to employees and customers to ensure that Ohio's businesses are as safe as possible.
- Governor DeWine will ask the Department of Health to reissue the mask order that's been in place since July 23rd to include the following new provisions:
- Each business will be required to post a Face Covering Requirement sign at each public entrance. Click Here for a printable sign that businesses can use.
- Each business will be responsible for ensuring that customers and employees are wearing masks.
- A new Retail Compliance Unit, led by the Bureau of Workers Compensation, will be inspecting to ensure retail compliance. A first violation of this order will bring about a written warning and a second violation will bring about closure of the store for up to 24 hours.
- I will send a copy of the order as soon as it's available.
New Social Gathering Order
- There has been an order in place since April to limit gatherings to no more than 10 people.
- Despite the order, there is rampant spread of the virus from banquets, wedding receptions, and social gatherings following funerals. It's not the ceremonies, it is at the parties afterwards.
- A new order will place significant new restrictions on these social activities. Open congregate areas can no longer be open. The new order requires everyone to be seated and masked unless they are actively consuming food or drinks and prohibits things such as dancing and games.
Restaurants/Bars/Gyms
- If the trend continues and cases keep increasing, we will be forced to close restaurants, bars, and gyms one week from tomorrow (11/19).
- These are locations where it is difficult or impossible to maintain mask-wearing. Mask wearing is our chief way of slowing down the spread of the virus.
Schools
- The vast majority of our K-12 schools are doing a fantastic job. However, a surge in communities threatens a districts' ability to keep teachers in the classroom.
- Our colleges and universities have taken strong action to keep their cases low and their campuses safe. Many have agreed to not return to in-person learning after Thanksgiving for the remainder of the semester. Unless we dramatically slow the community spread of this virus, higher education institutions may have to remain virtual when classes begin in January.
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Free Lung Cancer Screenings Available
Lung Cancer Screening Event Saturday, Nov. 21
Never smoking or quitting smoking have been proven to reduce the incidence of lung cancer, but the greatest chance to survive lung cancer is by catching it early. This can be accomplished with a simple lung cancer screening.
Entering its sixth year, Adena Health System's free lung cancer screening program has become a national model for excellence - and is saving lives. Since it began in 2014, Adena has screened over 3,000 people for lung cancer, diagnosing nearly 100 confirmed lung cancer cases and finding a range of other critical conditions including breast cancer, heart aneurysms, tumors and other conditions they may not have found without the benefit of the free CT scan.
Many people may not experience symptoms linked to lung cancer, especially in the early stages. This is why a lung cancer screening is so important. The no-cost lung cancer screening is a simple, painless, low dose, non-invasive CT scan that can identify tumors or lesions potentially needing further medical attention.
Those eligible for the free screening are:
- Between 55-74 years old;
- Have 30 or more "pack years" of smoking in their past (a pack year = 1 pack a day for 30 years, 2 packs a day for 15 years, 3 packs a day for 10 years, etc.); and
- Are a current smoker, or someone who has quit smoking in the past 15 years
If you or a loved one meet these criteria, please consider setting up a free lung cancer screening. People in the above groups are recommended to have a lung screen each year for the greatest chance of survival in the event of a lung cancer diagnosis.
Adena's free lung cancer screenings are available year round, but the Health System will be holding a special screening event, in recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
Adena Free Lung Cancer Screening Event
Saturday, November 21, 2020
8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Adena Regional Medical Center
272 Hospital Road
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Patients meeting the screening criteria may schedule an appointment for this specific event, or a future lung cancer screening by calling (740) 542-LUNG (5864).
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Adena Hosts Hiring Event for
Medical Assistants & Licensed Practical Nurses
Sign-on Bonuses Available for Some Positions
Adena Health System is searching for new and experienced Medical Assistants (MAs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) with a passion for caring for others. During its hiring event, Adena will accept applications and host open interviews for nurses at all stages of their career.
Opportunities are waiting for both MAs and LPNs.
When: Thursday, November 19, 2020
4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Adena PACCAR Medical Education Center
446 Hospital Rd.
Chillicothe, OH 45601
Instructions for the event:
- Complete the online application in advance of the event
- Medical Assistant applicants must currently be registered or certified in the state of Ohio or have the ability to obtain their certificate within 90 days of hire.
- LPN applicants must be licensed in Ohio or have the ability to obtain their license within 90 days of hire.
All interested MAs and LPNs are encouraged to attend this hiring event. Sign-on bonuses of $1,500 for MAs and $2,000 for LPNs are available. Opportunity for the sign-on bonus will be active for those who apply through November 30, 2020.
During the event, all state and local health guidelines for social distancing and masking and enhanced safety measures will be strictly followed to ensure everyone's health and well-being.
Adena offers competitive pay and benefits for MAs and LPNs. To learn more about career opportunities at Adena, visit www.adena.org/careers.
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Director of Human Resources
Employment Opportunity
Homeland Credit Union, Inc. is searching for a Director of Human Resources to join the credit union's executive leadership team. This is a newly created position to manage all aspects of our HR area. Position specific requirements and criteria are noted below. Homeland Credit Union offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
For confidential consideration please email a cover letter and resume to spoe@homelandcu.com prior to November 20, 2020.
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Employment Opportunity
Insurance and Financial Services Position
State Farm Agent Team Member
Base Salary + Commission
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