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HaysMed Recognizes Forensic Nurses Week and Highlights the Importance of Forensic Nursing Services in Western Kansas

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Hays, Kansas  – November 5-11, 2023 marks Forensic Nurses Week, a dedicated time to honor the work of nurses practicing in the specialized field of forensic nursing. Established by the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN), this week celebrates the exceptional contributions of forensic nurses who play a crucial role in ensuring that patients affected by violence receive the expert, compassionate, and comprehensive care they need.

Forensic nursing is a unique specialty that focuses on addressing the acute and long-term consequences of violence, ultimately improving patient recovery and reducing healthcare costs. HaysMed is committed to providing exceptional care to individuals affected by violence. Their Forensic Program is dedicated to offering prompt evaluation, coordinated care, and appropriate treatment for patients of all ages in the region.

Trisha Haskell, HaysMed Forensic Program Coordinator, emphasizes the significance of specialized care in a rural community like western Kansas. “In our rural community, it is important that we provide specialized care to patients spanning all ages,” she explains. “Collaborating with community partners, our goal is to ensure the health and safety of all people we encounter.”

HaysMed’s Forensic Program has proven to be an essential resource in the region, ensuring that those affected by violence receive the support they need. The program works in close collaboration with various community partners to provide comprehensive care, thereby making a positive impact on the well-being of the local population.

Forensic nursing plays a crucial role in addressing violence and its consequences, making Forensic Nurses Week an important occasion to recognize the dedication of these professionals. HaysMed encourages individuals to learn more about their Forensic Program and the services they offer by contacting Cammie Townley at cammie.townley@haysmed.com.

HaysMed Achieves Certification in Infection Prevention from DNV GL Healthcare

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HaysMed Achieves Certification in Infection Prevention from DNV GL Healthcare

Hays, KS –HaysMed is proud to announce its recent achievement of Certification in Infection Prevention from DNV GL Healthcare. This certification signifies HaysMed’s dedication to ensuring the highest standards of healthcare quality, with a focus on infection prevention.

By achieving this certification, HaysMed is recognized for exceptional processes and approaches to mitigating infection risk that exceeds current standards and its dedication to delivering the highest-quality healthcare services to its patients.

The DNV Certification in Infection Prevention (CIP) program empowers all staff to make necessary changes to achieve best practices. The entire hospital system focuses on identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities, reworking and redesigning existing systems, and managing resources more efficiently, resulting in smarter and safer healthcare practices.

Kevin Myers, Director of Infection Prevention and Control at HaysMed, expressed his enthusiasm for the achievement, stating, “This certification represents a significant milestone for HaysMed and its commitment to infection prevention. It empowers us to continuously improve our practices, protect our patients, and enhance the quality of care we provide.”

 What Does This Designation Mean for Patients?

The Certification in Infection Prevention from DNV GL Healthcare signifies a commitment to patient safety and overall healthcare quality. Patients at HaysMed can rest assured that the organization is going above and beyond industry standards to protect their well-being. The CIP program not only identifies potential vulnerabilities but also implements proactive measures to reduce the risk of infections within the healthcare setting.

HaysMed’s dedication to infection prevention means that patients can expect:

Enhanced Safety: With rigorous risk assessments and best practices in place, the safety of patients is a top priority, reducing the likelihood of hospital-acquired infections.

Higher Quality Care: The certification demonstrates HaysMed’s commitment to delivering top-quality healthcare services, ensuring patients receive the best possible care.

Confidence in Care: Patients and their families can have confidence in the healthcare they receive at HaysMed, knowing that every effort is made to maintain a safe and infection-free environment.

HaysMed remains dedicated to raising the bar in healthcare and upholding its mission to provide exceptional, patient-centered services. The Certification in Infection Prevention is a testament to HaysMed’s ongoing commitment to its patients’ well-being and signifies its dedication to providing the highest level of care.

HaysMed Recognizes Stephanie Beougher as the 2023 Debra Boeken Customer Care Representative of the Year

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Hays, KS – Stephanie Beougher, a dedicated member of the HaysMed team, has been honored with the 2023 Debra Boeken Customer Care Representative (CCR) of the Year award. This recognition highlights her outstanding contributions to patient care and underscores the vital role of CCRs in ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients and their families.

A Customer Care Representative (CCR) plays a pivotal role within the patient care team, serving as a crucial support system for both healthcare professionals and patients alike. They are the compassionate bridge between the patient and the hospital environment, providing essential services to enhance the overall patient experience.

Stephanie’s dedication and commitment to her role on the Progressive Care Unit at HaysMed have made her a shining example of excellence in patient care. As a CCR, she goes above and beyond to ensure that patients and their families feel comfortable and supported during their hospital stay. Whether it’s providing necessary supplies, assisting the unit’s Charge Nurse, or handling various tasks to ensure a seamless shift, Stephanie exemplifies the qualities of a true healthcare professional.

“Our patients are at the heart of everything we do at HaysMed, and our Customer Care Representatives are instrumental in creating a positive and compassionate environment for them. Stephanie’s dedication and commitment to her role as a CCR have not only earned her this well-deserved recognition but have also set a standard of excellence for our entire team. Her unwavering commitment to patient comfort and support is truly commendable.” Said Terry Siek, Vice President for Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer.

This award is not only a testament to Stephanie’s exceptional contributions but also a reminder of the crucial role played by CCRs in enhancing the patient experience. At HaysMed, we recognize that the work of individuals like Stephanie is integral to our mission of providing the highest quality healthcare with unwavering compassion.

HaysMed OB Nurse Receives National Certification

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Hays, KS – Kalin LaBarge, BSN, RNC-OB, has recently achieved a significant professional milestone by earning her certification from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) in inpatient obstetric nursing. This esteemed credential recognizes her exemplary knowledge, skills, and expertise in providing exceptional care to expectant mothers and their newborns.

To obtain the inpatient obstetric nursing certification, LaBarge underwent a rigorous examination process administered by the NCC. The examination evaluated her proficiency across various essential areas of obstetric nursing practice, including fetal monitoring, maternal complications, intrapartum and postpartum care, high-risk obstetrics, and newborn assessment and care. This comprehensive assessment ensures that certified inpatient obstetric nurses possess the necessary knowledge and competence to deliver specialized care throughout the entire perinatal period.

The NCC credential signifies her dedication to staying updated with the latest evidence-based practices and the highest standards of care in the field. This achievement highlights her strong clinical expertise, critical thinking skills, and passion for providing optimal care to women and their infants during one of life’s most pivotal moments.

In addition to their technical skills, certified inpatient obstetric nurses like LaBarge are skilled in fostering effective communication, empathy, and compassion to create a positive birthing experience. They work collaboratively with the healthcare team to identify and address any potential complications that may arise during labor and delivery. These nurses are also knowledgeable about breastfeeding support, postpartum care, and newborn care, ensuring a smooth transition into the postpartum period.

HaysMed Among Nation’s Top Performing Hospitals for Treatment of Heart Attack Patients for 5th Consecutive Year

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Hays, KS – HaysMed has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for the fifth year in a row. Out of all the hospitals in the United States, only 262 have been honored with this award.

The award recognizes HaysMed’s dedication and success in providing a higher standard of care for patients who have had a heart attack. It shows that HaysMed has met a challenging goal of treating these patients according to the guidelines and recommendations set by the American College of Cardiology and the American Heart Association.

To receive the Chest Pain – MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award, HaysMed has consistently achieved high performance in the national registry. They have also met specific performance measures that demonstrate their commitment to improving the quality of care for heart attack patients. This includes a robust quality improvement process using data to drive improvements and overall quality of care provided to heart attack patients.

The award recognizes HaysMed’s leadership and dedication to providing excellent patient care and signifies HaysMed’s commitment to delivering high-quality cardiovascular care and ensures that patients receive the best possible treatment.

It validates that HaysMed’s healthcare providers consistently treat heart attack patients based on the most up-to-date, science-based guidelines. It also reinforces that HaysMed consistently meets the national standard for understanding and improving the quality, safety, and outcomes of care provided to patients with coronary artery disease, particularly those at high risk of heart attacks.

“Once again our heart team has proven that dedication, expertise, and unwavering commitment lead to unmatched success.” Said Eddie Herrman, President and CEO.   “This remarkable achievement is a testament to their relentless pursuit of superior patient outcomes and sets a remarkable standard for others to aspire to.”

About HaysMed

Hays Medical Center (HaysMed) is a private, not-for-profit, 200+ bed hospital providing the only tertiary level services in the region. The hospital is NIAHO-accredited by DNV Healthcare and ISO Certified. As the premier provider in western Kansas for specialized care, HaysMed offers a wide variety of specialty programs including cardiology, orthopedics, cancer, general, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, ENT, pulmonology, critical care and women’s services. HaysMed is a Level III Trauma Center, an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, a Primary Stroke Center and a Certified Hip and Knee Replacement Center of Excellence by DNV GL Healthcare.  In addition, HaysMed has earned advanced certification in Infection Prevention.

Other services include rehabilitation, hospice, neonatal, intensive care and diagnostic imaging, as well as a Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center and a Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Center. In 2022, HaysMed was named as one of the top twenty rural and community hospitals in the country by the National Rural Health Association. Learn more at haysmed.com.

HaysMed CEO Recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review

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Hays, KS – Eddie Herrman, President and CEO of HaysMed was recently recognized by Becker’s Hospital Review as one of its 2023 Community Hospital CEOS to Know. This is the second year in a row that Herrman has been recognized for this distinction. He is a fellow in the American College of Healthcare Executives and has been with HaysMed since 2017.

Community hospitals are often the unsung heroes in healthcare, and CEOs are tasked with delivering coordinated and affordable care to local patients. Beyond just acute care, many community hospital CEOs also ensure that patients can access primary care, rehabilitation, public health services and other resources.

The leaders featured on this list shape workforce culture, plan for the future, broaden hospital
offerings and sustain financial wellness for their community hospitals.

The list honors CEOs for their dedication to improving community health. Becker’s Healthcare is
thrilled to feature the accomplishments of these leaders, who are critical to the successes of their respective organizations.

Becker’s Hospital Review is a monthly publication that offers up-to-date business and legal news as well as analysis related to hospitals. Content is geared toward high-level hospital leaders such as CEOs, CFOs, COOs, CMOs, and CIOs. It publishes hospital and health system news, best practices, and legal guidance specifically for these decision-makers.

The Becker’s Hospital Review editorial team accepted nominations and curated the list to highlight the great work of CEOs from community hospitals across the nation.

HaysMed To Open Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit

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Hays, KS – HaysMed will be opening an 11-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit this summer.  The hospital has engaged Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, to manage the inpatient rehabilitation unit. Under the agreement, HaysMed will own the unit and Lifepoint Rehabilitation will manage the operations.

The medical director for the unit has been secured and a separate announcement will take place closer to the opening.

“The rehabilitation services at HaysMed have a long history of offering exceptional care to patients recovering from injury and surgery.” said Terry Siek,  chief nursing officer. “We identified a local need for inpatient rehabilitation services for our patients and establishing a unit dedicated to more complex rehab services is another way of providing the care needed as close to home as possible.”

“Working with Lifepoint Rehabilitation will advance rehabilitation services available to our patients and will help to establish our hospital as a regional center of excellence. Lifepoint Rehabilitation’s extensive network of relationships and its experience and expertise operating similar facilities and programs around the country make it the ideal partner for us going forward.” said Shae Veach, Vice President of Regional Operations.

Lifepoint Rehabilitation will provide HaysMed with management programs and best practices in quality rehabilitation services. It is a leading provider of rehabilitation program management services that serve to enhance productivity and program performance and provide staff training in more than 100+ centers and other post-acute care settings across the nation. It consistently outperforms national industry averages on quality measures.

“We are committed to investing in programs and services that enhance the quality of patient care at HaysMed and increase our community’s access to essential services to improve patients’ functional abilities and independence,” said Eddie Herrman, President and CEO. “Lifepoint Rehabilitation brings a high level of expertise, experience, insight and professionalism to our rehabilitation services.”

“HaysMed has a long-standing reputation for clinical excellence, innovation in patient care and outstanding quality outcomes,” said Russ Bailey, president of Lifepoint Rehabilitation. “We are excited about the opportunity to partner with them as we implement programs best tailored to meet patients’ needs and provide local employment opportunities. We share in their commitment to excellence and care philosophy.”

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About HaysMed

Hays Medical Center (HaysMed) is a private, not-for-profit, 200+ bed hospital providing the only tertiary level services in the region. The hospital is NIAHO-accredited by DNV Healthcare and ISO Certified. As the premier provider in western Kansas for specialized care, HaysMed offers a wide variety of specialty programs including cardiology, orthopedics, cancer, general, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, ENT, pulmonology, critical care and women’s services. HaysMed is a Level III Trauma Center, an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, a Primary Stroke Center and a Certified Hip and Knee Replacement Center of Excellence by DNV GL Healthcare.

Other services include rehabilitation, hospice, neonatal, intensive care and diagnostic imaging, as well as a Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center and a Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Center. In 2022, HaysMed was named as one of the top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country by the National Rural Health Association. Learn more at haysmed.com.

About Lifepoint Rehabilitation

With more than 30 freestanding inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) across 18 states, Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a partner of choice for many major hospital systems in the creation of joint venture operations that are industry-leading in clinical and financial outcomes. Through our IRFs and more than 100 acute rehabilitation units (ARUs), Lifepoint Rehabilitation brings proven rehabilitation management and services expertise to help our patients recover and return home quickly from a number of conditions, including strokes, brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, amputations and trauma. Lifepoint Rehabilitation is a business unit of Brentwood, Tennessee-based Lifepoint Health.

HaysMed Acquires Advanced Cardiac Imaging Test for Diagnosing Heart Disease

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Hays, KS – Leaders at HaysMed announced the DeBakey Heart Institute is now home to Coronary Computed Tomography Angiography (CCTA), the first and only cardiac center in western Kansas to offer this highly advanced level of cardiac imaging for our patients. CCTA is a noninvasive imaging test specifically designed to diagnose coronary artery disease (CAD), the major cause of morbidity and mortality burden in the U.S.

The CCTA procedure produces detailed 3D images of the arteries to detect if there is plaque buildup and narrowing of coronary arteries that could signal CAD. This advanced technology offers better diagnostic capabilities with rapid results and no recovery time needed after testing is complete.

“CCTA gives us the ability to provide more specific diagnoses, similar to heart catheterization but much less invasive – and we are thrilled that people no longer have to travel out of western Kansas to access this level of cardiac testing,” said Dr. Hema Pamulapati and Dr. Siva Taduru, who are both board-certified cardiologists and the Co-directors for Cardiac CT at HaysMed. “With CCTA technology, we can now get a real-time estimate of CAD very quickly, which accelerates the path to treatment and saves lives.”

CCTA technology involves the CT scanning hardware already available at HaysMed with an added and highly advanced software application for cardiovascular testing. DeBakey Heart Institute at HaysMed is one of very few providers in the state of Kansas to offer CCTA cardiac testing. Alongside Drs. Pamulapati and Taduru is Dr. Kalyan Wagle, a board-certified cardiologist who also oversees CCTA procedures at DeBakey Heart Institute. All three cardiologists work closely with the Imaging Department, where the tests are performed.

Patients undergoing a CCTA receive a nontoxic contrast dye injection, so blockages and other abnormalities are more visible. Cardiologists may order CCTA testing for patients with known cardiovascular disease or the onset of new symptoms that may be CAD. An abnormal stress test or echocardiogram may also suggest a need for CCTA.

“This new diagnostic capability is one more testament to the quality of cardiac care offered at HaysMed,” said HaysMed President and Chief Executive Officer Edward Herrman. “We are fully committed to delivering the best cardiac care in our region – because everyone we serve deserves the very best.”

The DeBakey Heart Institute at HaysMed is a specialty center serving patients from across the region. It is the only SPCP-accredited Chest Pain Center in the region, with award-winning emergency and cardiac care. More information is available at haysmed.com/debakey-heart-institute.

About HaysMed

Hays Medical Center (HaysMed) is a private, not-for-profit, 200+ bed hospital providing the only tertiary level services in the region. The hospital is NIAHO-accredited by DNV Healthcare and ISO Certified. As the premier provider in western Kansas for specialized care, HaysMed offers a wide variety of specialty programs including cardiology, orthopedics, cancer, general, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, ENT, pulmonology, critical care and women’s services. HaysMed is a Level III Trauma Center, an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI, a Primary Stroke Center and a Certified Hip and Knee Replacement Center of Excellence by DNV GL Healthcare.

Other services include rehabilitation, hospice, neonatal, intensive care and diagnostic imaging, as well as a Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Center and a Sleep and Neurodiagnostic Center. In 2022, HaysMed was named as one of the top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country by the National Rural Health Association. Learn more at haysmed.com.

HaysMed Nurse Recognized with Daisy Nurse Leader Award

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Janine Kisner BSN, RN recently was awarded the DAISY Nurse Leader Award at HaysMed.  She was selected from a group of blinded nominations voted on by the HaysMed administrative team.  Nominations for DAISY Awards are received from patients and family members, physicians, volunteers, and associates for nurses in inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings.

“The DAISY Nurse Leader Award was created to shine a light on those nurses who do not typically have direct patient care as part of their work as well as those who create an environment where compassion, mutual trust and respect, and skillful care thrives” said Sandy Gottschalk, Director of Professional Development at HaysMed. “Janine supervises several units and works with the Float and Flex nurses at HaysMed. Her caring and compassionate nature resonates in the areas she supervises. Janine is very accessible, available, and responsive to the needs of her units.”

“The DAISY Award is a worldwide program that rewards and celebrates the extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate care given by nurses every day. HaysMed is proud to be a DAISY Award Hospital Partner, recognizing our nurses with this honor.”

HaysMed Orthopedic Surgeon Recognized for Literary Contributions

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HaysMed Orthopedic Surgeon Recognized for Literary Contributions

Hays, Kansas –Dr. Oluwaseun Akinbo, orthopedic surgeon at HaysMed was recently recognized as a top 10 reviewer for Orthopedics journal.  The award recognizes the quantity, quality and timeliness of reviews for the journal. Dr. Akinbo has been recognized 4 out of the last 5 years for his contributions.

For over 40 years, Orthopedics, published by Slack, Inc. has been the preferred choice of orthopedic surgeons for clinically relevant information. A bimonthly, peer-reviewed journal, Orthopedics offers clinically valuable, original articles covering all aspects of adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery and treatment.

Dr. Akinbo has been a peer reviewer for Orthopedics since 2015.  In addition, he serves as a peer reviewer for three other publications.  According to Akinbo, peer review is a way to ensure that only the most rigorously researched papers make it to publication and inform practices and patient care of fellow orthopedic surgeons in an evidence based manner.

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