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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 Opens Pain Center

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HaysMed Opens Pain Center

Hays, KS – HaysMed has recently opened a Pain Center.  Dr. Keith Green, Anesthesiologist will be providing services in a clinic located at 2500 Canterbury, Suite 206.  While Green has been providing pain management for over 25 years in the hospital setting this will be the first time that a dedicated clinic area will be utilized.

“Dr. Green is very well known in Hays and the surrounding area” said Bryan Brady, Vice President of Physician Practice Administration and Ancillary Services.  “We are excited to expand the availability of pain control for patients in western Kansas.”

Services provided for interventional pain management include trigger point injections, nerve blocks, ablations, kyphoplasty, spinal column stimulator and epidural steroid injections.

Conditions that Green will treat are baclofen pump management for spasticity disorders, neurolytic blocks for cancer associated pain, chronic pain, cervical, thoracic and lumbar radiculopathy and complex regional pain syndrome.

Green also conducts an outreach clinic at Pawnee Valley Community Hospital (PVCH) on a regular basis.

As an anesthesiologist Green can offer a higher level of solutions for complex pain management.

“We are very fortunate to have Dr. Green’s expertise in the area of pain management.” Noted Brady.  “There are many people who can benefit from these specialized services offered at both HaysMed and PVCH.”

To schedule an appointment in Hays call 785-623-5940.  Appointments at PVCH can be made by calling 620-285-8870.

HaysMed Physician Named Preceptor of the Year

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Hays, KS – Dr. Joel Fort, Obstetrician/Gynecologist was recently named the 2022 Physician Preceptor of the Year by Wichita State University College of Health Professions, Department of Physician Assistant.

The Physician Assistant program at Wichita State relies on providers who serve as clinical rotation preceptors and mentors for their students.  The students work closely with preceptors, progressively developing the skills and clinical judgment needed to become practicing PAs.  Preceptors play a vital role in the education of students and mentoring future colleagues.

Dr. Fort is a newer perception for the program but has quickly made an impact on students.

“He put the utmost effort, care, and time into my clinical education experience in the time I spent with him, even going as far as to purchase our OB/GYN book and highlight it beforehand with things he felt most important that I know.” Commented a student.  “ He invested time during his one afternoon off a week to sit down and go through topics with me, rather than spending time to catch up on things he needed to do himself. He trusted me to first assist in surgery, and I felt my skills improved so much in my time with him. He truly cares about his students.”

Dr. Fort has been with HaysMed since 1999 and practices in the Women’s Clinic.

HaysMed Named Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital

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Hays, KS – HaysMed was recently named one of the top 20 rural and community hospitals in the country.  HaysMed was the only hospital in Kansas to earn this designation.

The National Rural Health Association (NRHA) has announced the 20 highest-ranked prospective payment system hospitals in the country based on an evaluation by the Chartis Center for Rural Health. The hospitals are identified using the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX, the most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural PPS hospital performance. These hospitals will be recognized May 12 during NRHA’s Rural Hospital Innovation Summit in Albuquerque, N.M.

The determining factors for the top 20 rural and community hospitals are based on eight indices: inpatient market share, outpatient market share, quality, outcomes, patient perspective, cost, charge, and financial efficiency.

“HaysMed is proud of the efforts of its physicians and Associates who have contributed to our hospital achieving this designation,” said Eddie Herrman, President and CEO. “Our recognition as a top health care provider proves our community can count on us to deliver the services they need now and in the future.”

HaysMed Nurse Recognized with Daisy Award

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Hays, KS –Mallory McQueen, RN, Progressive Care Unit, was recently recognized as a Daisy Award winner at HaysMed.  This award is presented to a nurse in deep appreciation of all that they do, who they are, and the incredible meaningful difference that they have made in the lives of so many people.  McQueen was nominated by four family members of one of her patients.

McQueen was selected from a group of blinded nominations voted on by the HaysMed Practice Committee.  The Practice Committee consists of nursing staff, supervisors, and directors from HaysMed.  Nominations are received from patients and family members, physicians, volunteers, and Associates for nurses in inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings.

“We are proud to be among the hospital systems participating in The DAISY Award program,” said Terry Siek, VP of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer at HaysMed.  “Nurses are heroes every day. It’s important that our nurses know their work is highly valued, and The DAISY Foundation provides another way for us to do that.”

The DAISY Award is an international 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 one of our nurses with this special honor every quarter.

To nominate a HaysMed nurse for the DAISY Award online, go to www.haysmed.com/daisyaward.  If you have questions, you can call 785.623.2365.

The Center for Women’s Health joins statewide movement to support mothers’ mental health

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HAYS, Kansas – HaysMed’s Center for Women’s Health joins Kansas Department of Health and Environment in supporting mothers’ mental health through the Kansas Moms in Mind (KMIM) program. Clinics participating in this program have demonstrated commitment to implementing evidence-based practices to improve mental health screening and treatment practices during the perinatal period.

As part of the KMIM project, clinic staff participated in implementation technical assistance and case consultation seminars from a team of perinatal behavioral health experts to support effective screening and treatment practices during pregnancy.

“One of the greatest benefits of the program was the chance to meet one on one with an expert to discuss how things improved for our patients, talk about best practices, and how best to implement them” said Dr Jenna Sloan, OB/GYN.

Through this project and the work of perinatal stakeholders across the state, providers will be better equipped to identify and treat perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, leading to improved maternal and child health outcomes for Kansas families.

For more information about KMIM, including the Kansas Connecting Communities (KCC) grant that supports this work, visit Kansasmch.org/kcc. Providers in Kansas with a perinatal mental health or substance use treatment questions may call the Kansas Provider Consultation Line for Perinatal Behavioral Health at (833) 765-2004 or visit bit.ly/ProviderConsult.

HaysMed Designated a 2022 Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital

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HAYS, Kansas – HaysMed has been recognized as a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital in 2022, 2020 and 2019 by The Chartis Center for Rural Health.  This annual recognition program honors outstanding performance among the nation’s rural hospitals based on the results of the Chartis Rural Hospital Performance INDEX™.

“Being recognized as a Top 100 Rural and Community Hospital is especially important to HaysMed.”  Said Eddie Herrman, President and CEO.  “We are passionate about rural health and this recognition validates the focus we have on the quality of the specialty services we provide close to home.”

“Despite unprecedented adversity rural providers continue to display resiliency and a steadfast commitment to their communities,” said Michael Topchik, National Leader, The Chartis Center for Rural Health. “Honoring the Top 100 is one of the highpoints of our year. We are delighted to recognize the exceptional performance and innovation of this year’s recipients, particularly in light of the extraordinary challenges facing America’s rural health safety net.”

Over the course of the last 12 years, the INDEX has established itself as the industry’s most comprehensive and objective assessment of rural hospital performance. Leveraging publicly available data, the INDEX is trusted by rural hospitals, health systems with rural footprints, hospital associations and state offices of rural health across the country to measure and monitor performance across a variety of areas impacting hospital operations and finance.

Daisy Nurse Leader Award

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Hays, KS – Melissa Portenier, RN recently awarded the first Daisy Nurse Leader Award at HaysMed.  She was selected from a group of blinded nominations voted on by the HaysMed Administrative Team.  The Practice Committee consists of Staff and Supervisors from a variety of departments across HaysMed.  Nominations are received from patients and family members, physicians, volunteers, and Associates for nurses in inpatient, outpatient, and clinic settings.

“As the healthcare landscape becomes more complex, with increasing demands on Nurse Leaders, the Daisy Award recognizes those who create an environment of compassion and recognition for others.” Said Terry Siek, Vice President for Patient Care.  “They strongly deserve to be recognized themselves. 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.”

Melissa continues to go above and beyond for her staff and Hays Med.  Much like everyone else in the nation currently, we have been working with limited staff.  With the absence of several key nurses, Melissa knew that she was going to need to fill the void.  She continued to do her day-to-day supervisor duties as well as work as Charge Nurse for the OR front desk.

Nurse Leaders provide a haven of safety for staff, both physically and emotionally. In this environment, Nurses are inspired to do their very best by Nurse Leaders who role-model caring behaviors. These leaders provide a setting where compassion is valued, and staff, in turn, treat patients and their families with deep humanity.

To nominate a HaysMed nurse for the DAISY Award online, go to www.haysmed.com/daisyaward.  If you have questions, you can call 785.623.2388

The Center for Health Improvement Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary

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The Center for Health Improvement Celebrates 20 Year Anniversary

 Hays, Kansas – Twenty years ago The Center for Health Improvement opened its doors becoming the first medically based fitness facility in Kansas.  During February they will be offering a series of events highlighting their 20 years of making a difference in the Hays Community.

During February you can join The Center and the health enrollment fee will be waived.  No agreement is required but monthly dues still apply.

Other activities for the community include:

Community members 18 and older can:

*Use the facility or attend classes for free on the following dates:

Thursday, February 3

Monday, February 7

Tuesday, February 15

Wednesday, February 23

*Attend a group fitness class at 9:00 am in the gym and 9:30 am in the lap pool on the following dates:

Saturday, February 5

Saturday, February 12

Saturday, February 19

Saturday, February 26

Youth activities include (parents may attend):

*Ages 10 – 14 – Free Activity on Saturday, February 12 from 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm in the gym.

*Ages 6 – 9 – Free Activity on Saturday, February 19 from 1:00 – 2:00 pm in the gym.

Associate Spirit Award Winners

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HAYS, Kansas – The Associate Spirit Award at HaysMed recognizes an outstanding Associate who has gone above and beyond their daily job duties to care for a patient, visitor, or Associate at HaysMed, Recent award winners include Abby Scinto, PCT, and Molly Goodnow, LPN, both working on the surgical unit.

In addition to her duties at HaysMed, Scinto has recently completed cosmetology school. After a call from one of the charge nurses, Scinto volunteered her time to come in and take care of a patient whose hair needed attention.  She spent 5 hours cutting, cleaning, and styling her hair spending 5 hours to take care of the patient on her weekend off.  The patient and her husband were beyond pleased with the result

On a hot August day Goodnow received a call asking if she would be willing to come help Bone, Joint & Spine out for a few hours. She said she would but her car was in the shop so it would be a little while before she could get to the hospital.  Knowing the importance of coming to help her teammates right away, she decided not to wait on her car and began the walk from her house, which is near TMP, all the way to the hospital. On arrival she caught her breath and cooled off, then she was asking what she could do to help. All of this with a smile on her face.

Both Associates went above and beyond with their dedication to the care of patients at HaysMed.

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