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HaysMed Anesthesia Welcomes New Providers

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HAYS, KS – Two new providers have joined HaysMed Anesthesia this summer.  Dr. Kenneth Kreisler, Anesthesiologist, and Hayley Hullman, CRNA, are recent additions to the group.

Dr. Kreisler completed medical school at the University of Nevada School of Medicine in Reno, Nevada.   He did his residency and fellowship at West Virginia University Hospital in Morgantown, West Virginia.  Dr. Kreisler is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

Hayley Hullman, CRNA, received her Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Saint Luke’s College of Health Sciences.  She received her Doctor of Nurse Anesthesia Practice from The University of Kansas Medical Center.  She is a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist.

HaysMed Receives High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier Recognition

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Hays, KS – HaysMed has continued its commitment to improving infant and maternal health by earning recognition through High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier, a program developed by the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration rates in Kansas.

 High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier provides resources and a framework to help Kansas hospitals and birth facilities implement ten evidence-based practices proven to support successful breastfeeding, improving maternal and infant health outcomes while also reducing racial and ethnic health disparities.

 To obtain High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier recognition, each facility is asked to complete a voluntary and self-reported evaluation and to follow all ten evidence-based practices to successful breastfeeding. 

 “Breastfeeding plays a crucial role in the overall health of babies and mothers,” stated Katie Schoenhoff, Director of Programs at the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund. “Following the ten High 5 for Mom & Baby practices demonstrates HaysMed’s commitment to infant and maternal health by helping moms successfully initiate and maintain breastfeeding.”

 According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), 60% of mothers stopped breastfeeding sooner than they planned. Some factors that influence how long or if a baby is breastfed include: hospital practices, education and encouragement, policies or support in the workplace, and access to community support – which is why High 5 for Mom & Baby facilities are committed to helping women breastfeed successfully, through staff trained in breastfeeding best practices and policies to help mothers meet their breastfeeding goals.

 Along with the recognition of being named a High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier facility, HaysMed also receives ongoing education and training opportunities, support and resources through a community of delivery centers, and scholarship opportunities to further staff education.

 “Breastfeeding provides numerous health benefits for both infants and mothers, and we’re honored to receive this recognition from the United Methodist Health Ministry Fund for our efforts to support successful breastfeeding initiation and maintenance. As a facility committed to providing the very highest quality of care, we have found the High 5 practices and resources to not only improve health outcomes but also increase patient satisfaction,” said Terry Seik, VP of Patient Care.

For more information on High 5 for Mom & Baby Premier, contact Cara Gerhardt, Program Coordinator: coordinator@high5kansas.org, or visit the website at https://www.high5kansas.org/.

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.

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.

Nurses Complete RN Residency Program

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HAYS, Kansas – Eight registered nurses at HaysMed were honored recently at a recognition ceremony and luncheon.  They completed the year-long RN Residency Program offered at HaysMed.

The program began a year ago in July 2021 with training focused on clinical experience, one on one mentorship with their preceptor, high-fidelity simulations and on the job training. Additionally, nurses received training from professionals in several departments, such as radiology, pharmacy, cardiac care, peri-op and others.

The RN Residency class from Hays included Bailey Foss, RN, Cole Jacobsen, RN, Kylie Levine, RN, Shaila Naegele, RN, Olivia Nelson, RN, Sarah Stout, RN, Melissa Pummel, RN and Madison Wilborn, RN.

“It is so important for new nursing graduates to have a group of peers and mentors who assist them in enhancing their skills and becoming comfortable with the challenges of practice,” said Jennifer Peirano, RN Residency Coordinator. “Our program is evidence based, with positive clinical outcomes that will help not only the participating nurses, but also our patients.”

Currently there are 4 nurses scheduled in the next program which begins in February.  The program is open to newly graduated RNs and RNs that have less than one year of acute care experience.

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.

HaysMed Completes MRI Accreditation Survey

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Hays, KS– HaysMed MRI received another 3-year accreditation in MRI Breast Imaging by the American College of Radiology.  The ACR uses a standardized scoring procedure in reviewing of all the submitted images for evaluation.

HaysMed met all the testing criteria established by the ACR committee on Breast MRI Accreditation.

The clinical cases must be passed by 2 radiologists reviewers to receive accreditation. Image quality is scored in the categories of pulse sequences, image contrast, positioning and anatomic coverage, artifact, spatial and temporal resolution, and exam identification.

ACR Accreditation is recognized as the gold standard in medical imaging. ACR Accreditation helps assure patients that your facility provides the highest level of image quality and safety by documenting that your facility meets requirements for equipment, medical personnel, and quality assurance.

Members of the MRI team include Riana Bates, Meghan Brown, Tania Deets, Amy Feldt, Christy Gillogly and Chad Heslet.

For more information on breast care services at HaysMed go to https://www.haysmed.com/breast-care-center/

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