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Health BeatJuly 2012

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Daisy Award Winner

P.E.E.R. Award Winner

Julie Withers from the Oncology Clinic was presented with the May DAISY Award For Extraordinary Nurses. “Julie exceeds all expectations of what it means to be an extraordinary nurse. Julie is always professional. She is able to stay calm and collected in intense, emotional situations. Her compassion for patients is beyond explanation. She always puts herself in their shoes. Being an oncology nurse Julie not only has to console a devastated patient but their scared and tearful families. Julie is able to do this by creating a trusting relationship with her patients and their families.”

Pictured Above: Julie Withers the May

DAISY award winner.

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Employee of the Month Carmen Robinson, CV Tech, was the June Employee of the Month. Below is an excerpt from a nomination form from a fellow co-worker.“Carmen deserves to be employee of the month because she is a dedicated, thoughtful and caring employee. She makes patients feel comfortable and at ease by always having a smile on her face. Carmen is there for all of her co-workers and is reliable. To sum it up, Carmen is awesome!”

Pictured Above: Carmen Robinson, CV Tech, June Employee of the Month.

Pictured Above: Chris Fineran the May

P.E.E.R. award winner.

Chris Fineran, PCU/House Supervisor received the May P.E.E.R. award for exemplifying excellence. “There is not a better candidate. I am sure many would agree. Chris is a vital resource for Centerpoint. Working as a House Supervisor, Charge RN, Preceptor and Floor RN, he wears many hats; but underneath is all the same. He is compassionate, knowledgeable, committed and kind.”

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Survivor Dinner Brings Honor, Opportunity and Engagement

Lilly Oncology On Canvas Art Exhibition

Honoring cancer survivors is an essential part of Relay For Life. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life encouraged cancer survivors and their caregivers to attend a celebration of life and hope on June 12, 2012 at V’s Italian Restaurant.

The event commemorated the lives of hundreds of residents who have survived cancer, while offering the H.O.P.E. (Honor, Opportunity, Provide, Engagement) of finding a cure. Survivors are the heart of Relay, and their caregivers are the beacons of support through the cancer journey. Relay gives communities the opportunity to honor and support those who have faced cancer.

I walked around a track today;I walked to help a disease go away.I walked because there is a need;I walked that bodies could be freed.I walked to give a small child hope;I walked to help someone cope.I walked for a husband or a wife;I walked to help prolong a life.I walked with my head held high;I walked for that one about to die.I walked excitedly not demure;I walked to help find a cure.I walked for everyone to see;I walked for you, I walked for me. ~ Cancer Survivor

Lilly Oncology On Canvas, an art exhibition honoring the journeys people face when confronted by a cancer diagnosis, was on display at Centerpoint in conjunction with Relay For Life and the celebration of Centerpoint’s Cancer Outpatient Clinics’ one year anniversary. A public exhibition showcasing the art was hosted on June 19, 2012.

The exhibit, which is touring communities nationwide, showcased select pieces of art from the 2010 Lilly Oncology On Canvas competition. Launched in 2004, the Lilly Oncology On Canvas Art Competition and Exhibition invites people from the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada, who are diagnosed with any type

of cancer – as well as their families, friends, caregivers and healthcare providers – to express, through art and narrative, the life-affirming changes that give their cancer journeys meaning. Winners’ prizes consist of donations made to the cancer-related charities of their choice. Art from the competition tours hospitals, cancer centers and cancer advocacy group events.

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American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life A Huge SuccessThe American Cancer Society Relay For Life is a life-changing event that brings together more than 3.5 million people every year to celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer, remember loved ones lost, and empower individuals and communities to fight back against a disease that takes so much. The event is designed to raise awareness about cancer and raise funds to support the Society’s vital mission of eliminating cancer by helping people stay well, get well and by finding cures.

On June 22, Centerpoint Medical Center hosted its first Relay For Life and raised more than $46,055; exceeding the goal of $30,000. More than 345 participants and 35 teams helped make this possible, as well as countless hours spent by staff and committee members.

A survivors’ lap kicked off the event at Centerpoint. Each cancer survivor completed the first lap around the track before being joined by caregivers and other participants. After nightfall, the main highlight of Relay For Life was the luminaria ceremony. Hundreds of luminaria bags dedicated to loved ones lined the grounds and were left shining bright throughout the night to remind participants of the incredible importance of their contributions. Every dollar raised goes toward fighting cancer. The American Cancer Society funds more than $120 million of cancer research each year.

Thank you to everyone who raised funds to help create more birthdays and to the following sponsors:

Kansas City Star, Speaks Family Legacy Chapels, Select

Physical Therapy, Building a Healthier Independence

Initiative, Clarion Sports Complex, Rehab Center of

Independence, Hinckleys Springs, Noodles and Co.,

Panera Bread Co., Chick-fil-A, and Cosentino’s Price

Chopper (24 HWY).

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Welcome!Please welcome the following new employees to Centerpoint:

Lisa Hotchkin recently retired from Centerpoint after 32 years of service as an RN in case management. Hotchkin started her career at Independence Regional Medical Center in 1980 and has been with the organization throughout her 32-year career. (Pictured Left to Right: Laurie Knapp, RN with her sister Lisa Hotchkin, RN )

Hotchkin Retires After 32 Years

Andre Boyd, Associate-Chief Operating Officer ended his tenure at Centerpoint on June 22, 2012 to accept the position of Chief Operating Officer at Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green, Kentucky. A reception was hosted on June 20 to congratulate Andre on his new and exciting journey. (Pictured Left to Right: Carolyn Caldwell, CEO and Andre Boyd)

Boyd Accepts COO Job In Kentucky

Charlotte Benton, Registered Radiology Tech., Imaging Services

Lisa Brown, RN, Women’s Services

Ardreen Burnes, Patient Care Tech., Medical Oncology

Susan Clark, RN, Surgery

Faith Clause, RN, Women’s Services

Elizabeth Craig, GN, Medical Oncology

Tobi Crossland, GN, Progressive Care Unit

Robyn Cunningham, RN, Women’s Services

Amanda Dunkle, GN, Telemetry

Angie Frost, GN, Women’s Services

Kelsey Fulmer, GN, Medical Oncology

Danielle Georgina, GN, Surgical Ortho

Jill Gillespie, Physical Therapist, Rehabilitation Services

Katie Goyen, Nutrition Care Asst., Food & Nutrition Serv.

Kelly Gurera, Patient Care Tech., Float Pool

Mike Hopper, RN, Intensive Care Unit

Lorrie Hopper, RN, Emergency Services

Christina James, Unit Secretary, Float Pool

Patty Jones, Director, Med Onc/Surg Orth/Tele

Jeffery Kaminski, RN, Surgery

Stacie Kirchhoff, GN, Intensive Care Unit

Stephanie Kliethermes, Interventional Cardiovascular

Tech., Cardiovascular Services

Arielle Kramer, GN, Emergency Services

Katie Lackey, GN, Progressive Care Unit

Jennifer Lajam, MRI Tech., Imaging Services

Charla Malaponte, GN, Emergency Services

Diane Mitchell, Processing Tech., Sterile Processing

Chau Nguyen, GN, Intensive Care Unit

Molly Omohundro, GN, Intensive Care Unit

Melissa Ruiz, Phlebotomist, Laboratory

Lindsay Savoie, GN, Surgical Ortho

Tiffany Schultheis, GN, Emergency Services

Amy Skov, GN, Progressive Care Unit

Jessica Smith, GN, Progressive Care Unit

Alexandra Spring, Patient Care Tech., Medical Oncology

Kristian White, RN, Intensive Care Unit

Jennifer Willey, GN, Emergency Services

AngelaWilliams, Cardio. Tech., Cardiovascular Services

Brian Woods, ER Tech., Emergency Services

Renee Zakaryan , RN, Imaging Services

Carrie Ziegelmann, GN, Progressive Care Unit