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• Celebrating Employee Appreciation Week – May 10-16

• How Much Do You Know About Stroke?

• New! Metabolic Diabesity Program for HHCP Employees

• Diane Shannon Achieves Radiology Nurse Certification

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Hanover Hospital

NATIONAL NURSES WEEK

SEE PAGE 3

MAY 6-12

Table of Contents

Nurses Week Events ................. 3

Diane Shannon Achieves

Radiology Nurse Certification ... 3

Employee Appreciation

Week Events ............................. 4

Diane Redding is Recipient

of AHA Go Red For Women

Luncheon Award ...................... 4

Environmental Services Staff

Receive Special Recognition ...... 4

Micah Aumen is the April

FOCUSED Award Recipient ....... 5

How Much Do You Know

About Stroke? .......................... 6

Helping Patients with

Swallowing Dysfunction ........... 8

Ask the Patient Safety Officer ... 9

Social Services –

Who Are They? .......................10

Metabolic Diabesity Pilot Program

– for HHCP Employees .............11

Anita Fordyce is the

New Auxiliary Secretary ...........12

Auxiliary & Volunteer

Services Update .......................13

New Employees, Interns

and Volunteers ........................14

Transfers & Promotions ............14

Birthdays .................................15

Upcoming Events .....................16

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EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION

To Heather Ernst, [Senior Speech Language Pathologist]:“May your kindness come back to you a thousand-fold! Thank you so much. You have made the fear of a stroke a little easier. You are a comfort to our family and our Mom (we see it on her face).

Thank you for taking the time to share all your information. God bless you. You are truly a caring, genuine, loving person!”

~ Sincerely, M.S. and family

To Jim Wissler, President & CEO:“I am writing this letter to make you aware of how lucky I feel to have the Medical Fitness Center at Hillside so near to my residence.

I am having problems with arthritis in my spine and knees, and find the heated pool to be a Godsend. The warm water pool is great for those like myself who need the help of decreased gravity to exercise. The classes are run by highly qualified, caring people who suggest exercises to help alleviate pain and increase mobility. The facility is clean and well-maintained and all of the staff are friendly and helpful. I am not only trying to allay pain in my knees, but I am trying to build up muscles in my legs to help with the eventual knee replacement rehabilitation.

Last summer I used a facility in Maryland that had the Alter G anti-gravity treadmill. That machine made it possible for me to exercise during a painful knee flareup. These machines are very new and I could not find a center that had one nearby. Exercising in water decreases force on joints, but patients are not able to use the pool after surgery until the wound heals. I have noticed that several of the exercise machines at Hillside have been replaced with newer models during the last several months. Please consider purchasing an anti-gravity treadmill for post-surgery patients. I can attest to what a blessing it was for me, both physically and emotionally.

It is my strong opinion that funds that have been budgeted for this facility have been well spent.

~ Sincerely, J.P.

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DIANE SHANNONachieves radiology nurse certificationCongratulations to Diane Shannon, RN, BSN, CRN, who is a Clinical Nurse IV in the Radiology Department, on earning her Certified Radiology Nurse, CRN status from the Radiologic Nursing Certification Board (RNCB).

Diane has worked at Hanover Hospital for over 25 years, formerly working in PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) and in cardiac services, before serving in her current position in Imaging, where she has been for the past five years. She decided to pursue the certification to add validation to her position.

A radiology (imaging) nurse is responsible for managing the nursing care of imaging patients

using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. They also assist with the care of patients undergoing invasive imaging procedures and provide pain assessment, screening and management of care, administer moderate sedation, and are responsible for the accurate maintenance of patient records during the procedures. Radiology nurses provide explanations and verbal reassurance as needed for the patient and family.

Because Diane also works one day a week in IV therapy, she hopes to obtain infusion nurses (INS) certification in the future.

NATIONAL NURSES WEEK

MAY 6-12

NURSES WEEK SCHEDULEFRIDAY, MAY 1 CLINICAL ADVANCEMENT PROGRAM LUNCHEON

SUNDAY, MAY 3 COMMUNITY RECOGNITION Check out the front page banner of the Evening Sun!

MONDAY, MAY 4 INTERNAL RECOGNITION We will acknowledge and celebrate Nurses Week with information in the Admin Report, flat screens, and banners. Special Deliveries will be made to all of the units.

THURSDAY, MAY 7 ANA NURSES WEEK WEBINAR: MY PATIENT, MY CODE, MY PRACTICE Ethical Decision-making and Action – Conference Room M, 1:00 p.m.

NURSING SYMPOSIUM LIFE AFTER DEMENTIA: A STORY OF HOPE 400 York Street, Hanover Dinner: 5-6 p.m. Presentation: 6-7 p.m. Please register online at www.HappierNurses.com or call (717) 316-7169

MONDAY, MAY 11 HAPPY BIRTHDAY FLORENCE NIGHTINGALE!

TUESDAY, MAY 12 NURSES LUNCHEON Conference Room M, 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Catered By: La Cucina

Pictured on cover (l-r): CAP nurses Toni College, Dawn Osterling, Julie Mosebrook and Jeanine Albin.



Congratulations to Diane Redding, Marketing, who received the AHA York Division Go Red for Women Luncheon Award at the recent Heart Ball in recognition of her dedicated service to the mission.

employee appreciation week events

ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES STAFF RECEIVES SPECIAL RECOGNITIONDr. James Fenwick, Hanover Orthopaedics – WellSpan, recognized the Environmental Services staff for making Hanover Hospital such a nice clean place to be. “Every time I walk in it makes me happy to see how nice and clean it is here, which is not necessarily true at other hospitals. It takes a lot of effort and [the Environmental Services] folks are usually not recognized. Our patients also tell us how nice and how clean it is here. I totally appreciate what they do – it’s a very important part of this place and without them, we can’t have good health care. I really like being here!”

Shown in photo: Dr. Fenwick and Rich Titman, Housekeeping Supervisor.

SUNDAY, MAY 10Check out the Evening Sun front page banner!

MONDAY, MAY 11Breakfast at Employee EntranceOff-site representatives will come to Conference Room M to pick up breakfast and Rita’s.

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13 START Walking Day all locations with Senior Leaders participating

Rita’s Social2 - 4 p.m. at Nadine’s Cafe

Announce Patient Experience Week Winner

THURSDAY, MAY 14 Car Wash Drive Noon on Highland Avenue

Employees who donate $5.00 to the Cath Lab renovations will have a chance to win a car wash.

Restaurant DaySubway will be on campus. Pre-orders for off-sites will be available. 10% of proceeds will be donated to Cath Lab renovations.

FRIDAY, MAY 15Employee Picnic in MOB parking lot (Charles St.)Off-sites are encouraged to send staff. Pre-orders will be available.

Our Dedication Makes the Difference!

Congratulations!

PATIENT EXPERIENCE


Read the complete nomination and view photos of his award presentation on the Patient Experience page of the hospital intranet.

Congratulations to Micah Aumen, of Safety & Security, who is the April FOCUSED Award recipient. Nominated by a fellow employee, Micah was “caught” role modeling the Friendly, Service-oriented, Communicative, United, Empathetic and Devoted & respectful Standards of Performance.

HERE IS AN EXCERPT FROM HIS NOMINATION:“Last evening, a dementia patient (estimated to be in her 80s) from [a local care home] was here to have services provided. When she needed to leave, the [care home] van arrived to take her back home. She got upset, not wanting to get into the van to leave… She was banging on the valet booth, asking me to call the police, then started to run away. The nursing staff followed her and tried to get her to calm down.

I called for a security officer to come and help. Micah arrived, and when she saw that someone “new” was there, she asked if she could speak with him in private. Micah calmly listened to her… He walked with her to the van and showed compassion until they left.”

MICAH AUMENIS THE APRIL FOCUSED AWARD RECIPIENT

ADULT MEDICINE MULTI SPECIALTY GROUP“My doctor [Moushumi] Kundu and her entire staff are just great. She takes the time to explain so you can understand your problems. I feel that they really care about me and I’m in good hands. Thank you.”

HANOVER MEDICAL GROUP PULMONARY“Susan [Walbeck] is tops – very caring and pleasant, extremely proficient in all duties as clinician. Dr. [Ayman] Bishay goes above and beyond his fellow doctors. He has often called me in the evening (6-8 p.m.) after a procedure or test had been ordered and he had the results, to let me know what was discovered and to hear from me how I was feeling! I haven’t heard of very many MDs being this concerned about their patients since the physicians came to the patient’s home with their ‘little black bags’ more than 60 years ago!”

E4“The nursing staff on E4 were all exceptional. Special thanks to Ann Baker for her support during my first chemo round.”

MATERNITY“Wonderful delivery nurses. Meghan [Gildow] was the absolute best and kept me calm as possible.”

MCSHERRYSTOWN FAMILY PRACTICE“Dr. [Ralph] Dickson is a great doctor and always answers any questions and never rushes you in and out.”

“Every time I have an appointment with Dr. [Ralph] Dickson I am treated with the utmost care and I have constant input in my care.”

SAME DAY SURGERY“My nurse… with me during surgery was …Judy [Crowe] and she was so friendly and went out of her way to make me feel safe.”

SOUTH HANOVER FAMILY MEDICINE“I would rate everything in this office as excellent health care. Dr. [John] Schwartz is one of the best. Extremely caring and concerned about his patients. “

SPRING GROVE FAMILY MEDICINE“Aside from his outstanding treatment, one of the best things about seeing Dr. [Tracy] Prince are his nurses/medical assistants. I know Lee [Smith], Amanda [Dooley] and Rachael [Rhinehart] by name, as they do me. I love this ‘small family’ medical atmosphere, as it fosters trust, comfort and support. I have extensive medical problems, so this is very important to me.”

Press Ganey Survey Compliments

DID YOU KNOW?

MAY IS

STROKE AWARENESS

MONTH


WHAT IS STROKE?Stroke is a disease that affects the arteries leading to and within the brain. It is the fifth leading cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. A stroke occurs when a blood vessel that carries blood and oxygen to the brain is either blocked by a clot or ruptures. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs so brain cells die.

In the past, doctors couldn’t do much to help stroke victims. That’s not true today. Now stroke doesn’t have to lead to disability or death. The key is to recognize a stroke and go to the hospital immediately. The clot-dissolving drug tPA (tissue plasminogen activator) can reduce long-term disability if it’s given within three hours after an ischemic stroke starts. Ischemic strokes are caused by clots and are by far the most common type of stroke. Unfortunately, tPA isn’t used as often as it could be, because many people don’t seek care quickly enough. Please don’t make that mistake! If you or someone near you exhibits the warning signs of a stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately.

RISK FACTORSThere are a number of risk factors for stroke, some we can control, and others we cannot. Risk factors that can’t be controlled include age, family history, race, gender, and a previous stroke or heart attack. Some risk factors that can be controlled include high blood pressure, cigarette smoking, diabetes, carotid or other artery disease, peripheral artery disease, atrial fibrillation, high cholesterol, poor diet, and physical inactivity.

Many Americans do not think of stroke as a major health concern, yet 795,000 people have a stroke each year. That’s one every 40 seconds! Remember, stroke is largely preventable, treatable and beatable. Do you and your family members know your risk factors?

If you think that you or a loved one is having a stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately! A stroke is a medical emergency and TIME is BRAIN. The faster someone reaches the hospital, the faster they can be properly diagnosed and treated. Never attempt to drive yourself or a loved one to the hospital. When you dial 9-1-1, emergency medical providers notify the local hospital that a patient who is having a stroke is on their way. This helps medical providers, such as doctors and nurses, prepare for the patient’s arrival and hasten the care that they will require.

HOW MUCH DO YOU KNOW ABOUT STROKE?

WHAT ARE THE SIGNS & SYMPTOMS OF A STROKE?F.A.S.T. is an easy way to remember the sudden signs of stroke. When you can spot the signs, you’ll know that you need to call 9-1-1 for help right away:

FACE DROOPING Does one side of the face droop or is it numb? Ask the person to smile.

ARM WEAKNESS – Is one arm weak or numb? Ask the person to raise both arms. Does one arm drift downward?

SPEECH DIFFICULTY Is speech slurred, are they unable to speak, or are they hard to understand? Ask the person to repeat a simple sentence, like “The sky is blue.” Is the sentence repeated correctly?

TIME TO CALL 9-1-1 If the person shows any of these symptoms, even if the symptoms go away, call 9-1-1 and get them to the hospital immediately.

DID YOU KNOW?


On March 24, Hanover Hospital’s helicopter pad was buzzing with activity. As a part of the hospital’s ongoing multi-faceted education for stroke, the staff performed an intra-professional simulation exercise. At approximately 9 a.m., the Emergency Department collaborated with security, nursing supervisors, and the Penn State Hershey Life Lion flight crew to hold a mock educational scenario.

DURING THIS EDUCATIONAL SIMULATION THE STAFF WAS ABLE TO:

After the educational simulation, all particiapants gathered and discussed areas of strengths and opportunites for improvement. There was a tremendous amount of positve feedback by all participants. This simulation will be extended to other staff and provided again later this year.

HANOVER HOSPITAL IS AN

ADVANCED CERTIFICATION PRIMARY STROKE CENTERHanover Hospital was first awarded Advanced Certification as a Primary Stroke Center by The Joint Commission in January 2013, and earning re-certification in December, 2014. This certification specifically recognizes hospitals that make exceptional efforts to foster better outcomes for stroke care. Having achieved this certification signifies that the services Hanover Hospital provides have the critical elements to achieve long-term success in improving outcomes.

STROKE SIMULATION EXERCISE

1. Practice mixing tPA (tissue plasminogen activator) for patient administration

2. Review the required patient documentation for stroke patients

3. Evaluate all necessary communication between departments, flight crew, and the Penn State Hershey Medical Center

4. Run through a live simulation helicopter transfer

5. Analyze opportunites for safety during a time sensitive situation

DID YOU KNOW?


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Patient’s Initials: _______________ Speech Language Pathologist: ______________________

Patient’s Room #: ______________ Extension: ____________

I HAVE SPECIAL EATING

AND DRINKING NEEDS!

o My diet recommendations are:

______________________________________

o My liquid recommendations are:

______________________________________

o I take my medications with: ______

______________________________________

o Nothing by mouth until alert

o Head of bed 90º when taking

anything by mouth

o Out of bed for all meals

o Supervision with all meals

o No straws at any time

o Liquids by spoon only

o Alternate liquids and solids

o Small sips and bites

o Chin tuck

o Slow rate of eating

o Dentures/denture cream in place

o Frequent oral care

o Aspiration precautions

o Reflux precautions/upright after

meals 45-60 minutes

I have been seen by a Speech Language Pathologist to evaluate my

swallowing. The following are my eating and drinking instructions:

Thank you for following the written guidelines above and keeping me safe!

Hanover HospitalRehab Services

New speech-language pathology posters are now in use in patient rooms at Hanover Hospital. An initiative of the “Do No Harm” patient safety campaign, the new signage is meant to alert staff, volunteers and families of special eating and drinking needs to keep our patients safe.

According to Heather Ernst, MS, CCC-SLP, Senior Speech-Language Pathologist, the new posters were created to update and refresh speech therapy-swallowing recommendation signage to increase awareness of their recommendations for proper and safe eating for the benefit of anyone who provides the patient with food or drink. They are displayed in the room of any patient with swallowing dysfunction, medical condition or behaviors warranting increased safety measures to decrease the risks of aspiration.

“The new posters were introduced beginning in March,” says Heather. “They replace the former orange sign and are meant to bring more attention to safety precautions for eating and drinking and to heighten awareness of the patient’s needs.” So far, the outcome has been as hoped. “The sign is much more visible within the patient’s room, and has been well received by all staff.”

There are currently six speech-language pathologists employed by the Hanover Hosptial Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department: Carmela Champ, Maddy Baer and Jessica Laucks, who specialize in pediatrics at Cherry Tree Pediatric Rehab; Emily Callanan and Rachel Gurecki, who split time between Cherry Tree (adult) outpatient therapy and hospital rehab and Heather Ernst, who provides full-time inpatient therapy at the hospital.

NEW POSTERS HELP PATIENTSwith Swallowing Dysfunction

For more information about Speech-Language pathology, please contact Heather at ext. 2156 or at [email protected].

May is Better Speech & Hearing Month

DID YOU KNOW?


Employee: “I identified that a patient had a safety event when I was reviewing the record. Why didn’t the staff nurses put the report in? Who is responsible for putting one in?”

Patient Safety Officer: “Everyone in the hospital is encouraged to be a patient safety advocate and has access to Occurrence Reporting on all computers . The program will walk you through the documentation of the incident for of the incident for investigation and trending.”

OR Nurse: “The other day a procedure had to be interrupted. Do I need to put in an Occurrence report?”

Patient Safety Officer:

“Yes. If a procedure in any department was aborted or an event

occurred during the procedure (putting the patient at risk), an incident should be documented for follow up.”

PATIENTSAFETY

OFFICER

ASK THE

Add the Occurrence Report

shortcut to your desktop to make

reporting fast and easy!

DID YOU KNOW?


Under the direction of Mary Flinner, the Social Services department provides oversight of the social workers, the Chaplaincy Program, Interpretive Services, Critical Incident Stress Management and the Palliative Care Program. The social workers provide discharge planning assistance for inpatients and outpatients, which includes referrals to home health, long term care, acute rehab, long term acute care hospital (LTAC), and community agencies. The social workers also arrange for patients to have home IV antibiotics or enteral feedings and they get involved with adoptions. They provide short term counseling with patients and employees. The social workers are Jodi Davison, Erin Detter, Joanne Kosmala-Ferraro, Wendy Rudisill, Jan Schellhase and Cary Study.

The hospital chaplain is Pastor Eric Stenman. The chaplain attempts to visit all patients who have not listed a relationship with a specific local religious group. Special emphasis is placed on visiting patients for whom a Chaplain Service Request has been entered during registration. Support is offered to all patients and families of patients, regardless of their religion or if they have no particular religion. The chaplain is also available to offer support to Hanover Hospital employees and individuals from the community who are in need of grief and depression support. Support is done through regularly scheduled support groups, as well as one-on-one. There is no charge for these services.

WHO ARE THEY?You likely have heard the names of these hospital services and departments, but are you aware of who they are and what they do? Over the next few issues, we’ll feature a description for Social Services, Care Transition Team, Community Paramedics, Patient Financial Advocates and Care Managers.

NOW YOU KNOW!

INTERPRETIVE SERVICES includes arranging services for patients who require language and deaf and hard of hearing translation/interpretation. This includes the use of telephonic and live interpreters.

CRITICAL INCIDENT STRESS MANAGEMENT is a team of trained individuals who respond to crisis situations that affect our employees. Through debriefings, the team can help reduce long-term stress and provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment where staff can talk openly. Examples of some of these events include death or serious illness of a co-worker, an adverse patient outcome, a community disaster, or other events that causes a strong emotional reaction.

PALLIATIVE CARE includes palliative care nurses, social workers, the chaplain and other members of the multi-disciplinary team. Each of the nursing units have dedicated nurses who provide palliative care consults. The team works with patients and families with life threatening or end stage illnesses.

SOCIAL SERVICES

WHAT’S NEW?


Hanover Medical Group Metabolic Wellness is currently piloting a new innovative metabolic program that shifts the focus from chronic disease management to disease prevention and regression.

According to Dr. Michael Ader, VP Medical Affairs, this new model directed by Dr. Gayle Andrews-Murray, an endocrinologist, uses a team-based, patient-centered rather than a disease-centered approach; looks at chronic metabolic disease as a continuum, rather than a list of unique diagnoses; identifies the underlying triggers for metabolic imbalance, which are unique to each person; emphasizes the importance of lifestyle medicine and shifts the focus away from disease management towards the direction of disease regression and prevention.

The Metabolic Diabesity Program is a lifestyle modification program that requires patients to be highly motivated to effect the changes that ultimately produce a healthy lifestyle with a reduced burden of chronic disease.

For more information about the program, please call (717) 646-7385 and select Dr. Gayle Andrews-Murray’s clinician.

METABOLIC DIABESITY PROGRAM New Pilot Program for HHCP Employees

INDIVIDUALS EMPLOYED THROUGH HANOVER HEALTHCARE PLUS WITH ANY OF THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS MAY BE REFERRED FOR CONSULTATION BY THEIR PHYSICIANS TO DETERMINE IF THEY WOULD BENEFIT FROM THE PROGRAM:

» Insulin resistance » Pre-diabetes

» Metabolic syndrome » Obesity

» Syndrome X » Type 2 diabetes

» Adult onset » Polycystic diabetes ovarian syndrome

WHAT’S NEW?


ANITA FORDYCE is new auxiliary secretary

“Collectively a person’s life experiences often come together in unexpected & delightful ways.”

The Auxiliary office is now located in the hospital, within the Volunteer Services Department. You can reach Anita at ext. 2281 or at [email protected].

Welcome to Anita Fordyce, who returns to Hanover Hospital as the Hanover Hospital Auxiliary secretary. In her new role, her primary function is to support the Auxiliary through a variety of projects, which keep their office functioning on a daily basis and helps in bringing together a variety of details needed to carry out Auxiliary activities and events.

Anita previously worked in Hanover Hospital’s Marketing Department as a publications specialist. She currently also works for Weight Watchers and is a contributing writer to Celebrate Gettysburg magazine.

Remarking on her past experiences Anita says, “My career evolved from

being a clerk typist to an executive administrative assistant, then public relations and marketing. Before moving to Hanover, in former positions in healthcare marketing and public relations, I developed a tremendous appreciation for the work of an auxiliary. I worked closely with two auxiliaries, serving as a liaison on one of these boards. In a support role, I helped them with marketing their events and publicizing their work to the public.”

“Collectively a person’s life experiences often come together in unexpected and delightful ways,” she adds, reflecting on her new position. “This has happened for me.”

Construction of the NEW Cath Lab is Underway!Renovation of the former CARM area is well underway as the new cath lab is constructed, with completion projected for later this year.

AUXILIARY UPDATE

VOLUNTEER SERVICES UPDATE


14th Annual Mother’s Day Garland of RosesSponsored by Mountain View OB-GYN, Ltd.

Honor the special women in your life! For a donation of $5, a rose will be placed on our evergreen tree located on the south corner of Charles Street and Highland Avenue. Roses may be placed in honor, remembrance or appreciation of a woman who is close to your heart. A special acknowledgement card may be sent to this individual or to her family. Forms are available in the Hospitality Shop, on Docushare, or by contacting the Auxiliary office at ext. 2281.

Masquerade™ $5 Jewelry & Accessory SaleWednesday, May 6 & Thursday, May 7 – 7 a.m.-7 p.m.

Friday, May 8 –7 a.m.-4 p.m.

Hanover Hospital, Conference Room M (near the Main Lobby)Come and see the fabulous new spring jewelry, featuring the trendiest colors and style – all at the affordable price of $5 per item. Look for great new items (while they last) such as ladies flip flops, children’s animal travel pillows, sun visors, leggings, major league baseball themed merchandise…and more!

Education Gift/GrantThe Hanover Hospital Auxiliary provides an annual Education Gift/Grant for Hanover Hospital employees who wish to continue their education in their field. Applicants may be beginning their education in a health-related field or presently engaged in a health-related profession (nursing and/or allied health) and are continuing their education. Applicants must be employed full or part-time at Hanover Hospital. Employees who are enrolled or accepted into an accredited program related to their career and are committed to their course of study, are encouraged to apply. Application forms are available on Docushare in the Auxiliary folder, in Human Resources and in the Gift Shop. Applications will be accepted until July 1, 2015.

All Hanover Hospital volunteers were recently honored at the annual Volunteer Recognition Dinner. Special recognition was given to Jan Riley and Sally Leese (shown l-r), who were presented with the Distinguished Volunteer Service Award for 35 years of service.

WELCOME


New EmployeesAnthony AndreulaInterim Facilities Director,Facilities Management

Jennifer R. BeckwithFloat Medical Surgical Registered Nurse,Nursing Administration

Selina C. BeckworthHousekeeper,Environmental Services

Samantha M. BrownService Representative,Communications

Natalie M. CrossRegistered Nurse,Emergency Department

Daniel B. FisherMechanic,Facilities Management

Jeannie FisherRegistered Nurse,E4

Ashley R. GrimRespiratory Therapist,Respiratory Therapy

James B. Hazelip, IVRegistered Nurse,Cath Lab

Erin L. HillRegistered Nurse,Pediatrics

Erica L. LawrenceClinical Technician,Eichelberger Lab

Laura E. McBridePatient Account Representative,Patient Accounting

Jessica L. MillerRegistered Nurse,M2

Amira L. MoorePhysician Assistant,Express Care Centers

Jessica L. SpeelmanFood Service Assistant,Food Services

Cynthia L. SpierRegistrar,Emergency Department

Kendra L. ThomasRegistered Nurse,M4

Sara L. WagnerRegistered Nurse,Heart & Vascular

Zoe D. WantzRespiratory Therapist,Respiratory Therapy

Heather L. WoodsOffice Clinician I,McSherrystown Family Practice

Transfers & Promotions

Nancy McGee Hospitality Shop

Lesa Pandoli Food & Nutrition Services

Cindy Smith Transporter

New Volunteers New Interns

Crystal Cherry Office Clinician I, Hanover Medical Group Grandview Family Medicine to Office Clinician I, Hanover Medical Group Pulmonary Medicine

Ayette Dial Client Services Liaison, Spring Grove Express Care will also work as Drug Screen Coordinator/Breath Alcohol Tech, HanoverWorks

Amanda Dooley Clinical Coordinator, Hanover Medical Group Spring Grove-Dr. Prince will also work as Clinical Coordinator, Hanover Medical Group Spring Grove-Dr. McBride

Melanie Evans Patient Service Representative, Littlestown Family Medicine to Patient Service Representative, South Hanover Express Care

Rita Kessler Monitor Tech/Extender, Critical Care to Patient Care Assistant, E4

Braxtin Leatherman

ED Technician, Emergency Department to Clinical Technician, Hospital Laboratory

Diane Lester

Rehab Tech, York Street Rehab to Rehab Tech, Littlestown Rehab

Regina Nassar Senior Practice Manager, Hanover Medical Group Cardiology to Practice Liaison Tech, Hanover Medical Group Administration

Katie Pandoli Registrar, South Hanover Express Care to Patient Service Representative, McSherrystown Family Practice

Mandy Shank Office Clinician II FC/SC, Hanover Medical Group Pulmonary Medicine to Clinical Coordinator, Hanover Medical Group Pulmonary Medicine

Michelle Smith Clinical Educator, E4 will also work as Clinical Educator, M4

Jenny May Wendell Registered Nurse, M2 to Registered Nurse, Pediatrics

Patricia Worle Account Representative, HanoverWorks to Account Representative, Hanover Medical Group Central Billing Office

Victoria BaumgardnerMaryville University – Hanover Medical Group

Janice Erbe East Stroudsburg University – Community Health Improvement

Robin Wagaman Kaplan University – Hanover Medical Group

VOLUNTEER BIRTHDAYS

BIRTHDAYS


May 1Amber T. DubsShelby J. HoffertFred G. Johnson, Jr.Genna L. KurtzMartha A. RegalScott E. Wolf

May 2Micah J. AumenApril K. MyersJohn T. Pitzer, IICarrie A. SchultzAndrew M. Stoner

May 3Kathy L. Wildasin

May 4Cheryl D. Grove

May 5Karen A. LegoreJennifer B. Murray

May 6Kim M. ShueRobin L. SmithSara L. Wagner

May 7Emily T. CallananApril L. CollinsRebecca L. CrouseBrooke R. FlohrJenine C. HearnGina L. KellyOlivia K. NeeleyKevin M. Snyder

May 8Natalie M. CrossStephanie N. DrechslerMelanie M. EvansEsther K. PintoBobbie M. UtzSherri L. Warner

May 9Jessica K. ClauserMark A. HeiseySusan E. MullerClayton L. SmithJeffrey M. Weinman

May 10Kelly L. BurgardDenise C. CroftWendy R. Davis

May 11Barbara A. MatthewsCynthia A. Tyler

May 12Melissa M. BurnsRichard L. ClarkMaria A. SneeringerMargaret L. Wasielczyk

May 13Stephanie N. CrouseSandra A. DellKara D. ReedAmy K. Triantafyllou

May 14Stacey J. GibsonLinda D. KlimasNicole R. Trask

May 17Ginger L. BruhaSusan Marie FeltchJohn Jay GriffithsBeth A. Rohrbaugh

May 18Jessica M. AlpaughTeresa A. BradfordTosha M. TrostleErica A. Wilson

May 19Danielle J. AppelFaye D. Benn-ParkinsJennifer L. S. FinnMorgan E. HullThomas A. Williams

May 20Brenda K. BevierTanya R. GoldsmithAmy E. MurrenMegan L. ShannonJoy D. StroubleAbby L. TriplettAmy M. Willard

May 21Adam B. FuhrmanKirsten N. LeatheryLori A. LongErik M. OverbaughTeresa E. Sherdel

May 22Damon P. FranklinTiffany Jo OquistAshley R. RillMandy S. Shank

May 23Courtney L. BrunnerAlisha N. DiehlTraci J. KuhlPaul F. LawrenceMaricela E. Marquez

May 24Jennifer L. HollingerDiane S. ShoemakerBruce R. Speir

May 25Tracy L. FeltonSharon KeiserAndrea K. KingJessica A. NelsonDenise E. Stamm

May 26Jane E. AlwineSue A. KrugCynthia K. McCoyJohn R. Samuel

May 27Takela N. BivinsBeth A. CovingtonKristin M. KaminkowKara M. LindstromCynthia R. Parker

May 28J. Brady Slater

May 29Deborah L. LaviolaSusan L. ShatzerKimberly S. WarnerPatty A. Weir-PrinceDebra A. Williams

May 30Eugene F. GroftVanessa HilkerJoan MillerKathryn R. Myers

May 31Cory A. KellenbenzKellie R. Longo

May 6George Sepic

May 8Lorraine Hall

May 16Jane Bish

May 18M. Ann Rinker

May 20Joanne Stenman

May 21Kathleen McMaster

May 25Jo Ann Baum

May 30Susan Sell

Saturday, May 2 — 11 a.m.Mount Olivet Cemetery, 725 Baltimore Street, HanoverYou are invited to be present with friends and family to acknowledge your loss. A brief memorial service will be offered. Families are invited to bring a note to their loved one that will be placed in the grave. Please contact Eric Stenman, Chaplain at (717) 316-6905 for more information and to register your attendance by April 30, 2015.

A Special Memorial

Service for Those Who Have

Experienced a Pregnancy Loss

UPCOMING EVENTSHanover Hospital

Are You Ready to Quit Smoking?Freedom From Smoking – Quit CourseTuesdays, May 5-June 16 – 6-7:30 p.m.

Learn about the proven ways to stop smoking and determine which method is best for you!

For more information, visit www.HanoverHospital.org and click on “Community Health,” or call (717) 316-7894.

MANDATORY EDUCATION PERIODFOR ALL HANOVER HEALTHCARE PLUS EMPLOYEESDon’t forget –please log onto your HealthStream Assigned Learning site to complete the hospital-wide MANDATORY education requirements.

Problems? Questions? Please contact Lisa Gift at (717) 316-2119 or [email protected].

Retiree Luncheon May 20 – 12:30 p.m. — The Brethren Home Community Campus Inn, 2990 Carlisle Pike, New Oxford

All hospital retirees welcome. For more information, please call Nadine DeVine at (717) 359-4203.

Senior Student Athletic Trainer APPRECIATION NIGHT

Join us for dinner and

an evening of recognition &

fun at the York Revolution!

fun at the York

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

5:30 – 9:30 p.m.Tri State and Piedmont Suites

at the York Rev StadiumRSVP by

May 13, 2015

ONE $500 SCHOLARSHIP WILL BE AWARDED TO A SENIOR STUDENT ATHLETIC TRAINER.

To request an application, please contact Julie Emrhein: [email protected] or 717-572-0038; or Jennifer Sherdel: 717-316-6817 or [email protected].

Applications must be received by Friday, May 1, 2015.

FREE Men’s Health SeminarMonday, May 11, 2015Presentation: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Check-in: 6:00 p.m.Wyndham Hotel in Gettysburg, 95 Presidential CirclePresented by Dr. Edward Leventhal of Hanover Medical Group Urology, learn about the Urolift procedure, a whole new approach to BPH treatment that doesn’t require ongoing medication or major surgery. Partners and guests welcome. Space is limited. To register, please call toll-free: 855-564-9722.

Nursing Grand RoundsMay 13 – Noon-1 p.m. Presented by: Alice LippyTopic: Sepsis Conference Room D, Hanover HospitalFor details about upcoming Nursing Grand Rounds, contact Lisa Gift, Education Services, at 316-2119 or [email protected].

LIFE AFTER DEMENTIA:A Story ofHope

JENNIFER HOLCOMB M.S., NHA, CDP WILL OUTLINE THE 10 WARNING SIGNS, WHICH WILL BE FOLLOWED BY INSTRUCTION FROM RETIRED NURSE, LINDA STRINGER.Thursday, May 7, 2015Hanover Hospital Wellness & Education Center400 York St, Hanover, PA

Please register online at www.HappierNurses.com or call Hanover Hospital Education Services at (717) 316-7169.1 CE available

DINNER: 5–6 p.m. PRESENTATION: 6–7:30 p.m.

COMPLETION DEADLINE: MAY 31, 2015