S 2016Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology Receives Accreditation from the College of American PathologistsDebbie Miyashiro, Director Laboratory Services

Champions of Care LuncheonAnne Marie Ross, Events & Publications Coordinator

On Wednesday, August 17th, Providers enjoyed lunch “fit for a champion” as they celebrated the Olympic Games at the Champions of Care Luncheon held in the Physician’s Lounge.

Did you know? Little Company of Mary Hospital has its very own Olympic star right in our Nationally Accredited Breast Health Center! Fellowship-trained breast surgeon, Jilma Patrick, M.D., was born and raised in the Virgin Islands and spent her time prior to medical

school growing her skills as a track-and-field athlete. Dr. Patrick competed in the 4×100-meter relay in the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta, GA.

Providers were thrilled to learn about her experience at the Olympic Games.

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As a result of a recent on-site inspection, the Accreditation Committee of the College of American Pathologists (CAP) has awarded accreditation to the clinical laboratories the Little Company of Mary Hospital Main Campus, Care Station East and Care Station West (OPCC).

LCMH Laboratory Director, Robert Pooley, MD, was notified of this national recognition and congratulated for the excellence of the services being provided.

The US federal government recognizes the CAP Laboratory Accreditation Program, which began in the early 1960’s, as being equal-to or more-stringent-than the government’s own inspection program. During the CAP accreditation process, designed to ensure the highest standard of care for all laboratory patients, inspectors examine the laboratories, records and quality control of procedures for the preceding two years. CAP inspectors also examine laboratory staff qualifications, equipment, facilities, safety program and record, and overall management.

Congratulations to the team at Little Company of Mary Hospital Main Campus, Care Station East and Care Station West (OPCC) for the excellent work they do every day to maintain the stringent standards set by the CAP Accreditation Committee.

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Brave BeginningsLee Batsakis, Public Relations & Marketing Specialist

This month, members of the Brave Beginnings Neonatal Grants Committee toured the Neonatal Special Care Unit at LCMH. Recently, LCMH was awarded a grant to purchase an Airborne 750i Neonatal Transport Incubator (pictured below) to aid in the treatment of our littlest patients. Brave Beginnings, a Program of the Will Rogers Motion Picture Pioneers Foundation, provides grants for essential neonatal intensive care equipment such as critical airway carts, infant resuscitators, incubators, omnibeds and much more.

“We are most grateful for this addition to our Special Care Unit,” said Mary Grimm, RN. “This equipment plays an important role in caring for our newborns in need of extra care while allowing the opportunity for mom and dad to stay by their side.”

L to R: Mary Grimm, RN, Maternal/Child Nurse Manager at LCMH, with Brave Beginnings Neonatal Grants Committee Members Matt Kalavsky, Paul Holliman and Samantha Black

Do You Know What’s ‘Round the Hospital?Anne Marie Ross, Events & Publications Coordinator

Each month, we will be featuring an item in a prominent hospital location and our Rounds readers will have the chance to win a prize for guessing where in the hospital this can be found. This month, Doc Clemens from Brave Beginnings made a pit-stop during his recent hospital tour for a quick photo-op. Can you guess where Doc is in the photo? To submit your response, contact Anne Marie Ross at x5047 or aross@lcmh.org using the hashtag #docbravebeginnings - Best of luck!

TRADING PostFOR SALE: • Oak Corner Entertainment Center with glass doors,

shelf and cabinet 48”W x 32”D x 70”H excellent condition $100

• Papasan Chair Natural Rattan with base and foot rest (no cushion) excellent condition $25

• Solid Oak Dining Table with 4 upholstered chairs $30 Call Carol (708) 955-2276.

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Autumn AbundanceEileen McNichols, Director Community Health and Pastoral Care

As summer comes to a close, autumn has many wonderful gifts to share. The cooler temperatures, the change in fresh produce, sweaters, the beauty of the autumn leaves. Even though it may be warm today, we are blessed to have autumn’s gifts to anticipate.

Let’s think of autumn as a time of renewal, a chance for a fresh start at living a full and healthy life. Put away the shorts and the swim suits and take out the corduroys and sweaters. As the season changes walking, jogging and biking become more comfortable in the cooler weather. Staying active is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. The change in season allows for a change in activity as well. Lawn mowing becomes less frequent but never fear; raking waits just around the corner. Autumn brings the crisp air, apple picking, pumpkin carving, the beautiful fall foliage, and the crunch of leaves underfoot. Consider taking a hike in one of the local forest preserves on a cool afternoon.

Awaken your palate to the wonderful and nutritious fruits and vegetables that come in season during autumn. Autumn’s crops carry the promise of an assortment of new flavors and textures to delight the senses: apples, figs, pears, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, and winter squash to name just a few.

A key element to a healthy lifestyle is a positive attitude. Surround yourself with others who can appreciate the beauty of autumn. Seek the positive in every day. Maybe it is the leaves as they change color. Maybe it’s the joy of opening the windows and watch as the cool breeze gently moves the curtains. Maybe it’s watching the geese fly overhead in a V formation as they begin their winter migration. Always remember that only you can control your attitude. Use that power to transform your life. Eat well, move, and focus on the positive.

The Little Company of Mary Health Education Center offers a variety of programs and services to help you achieve your health goals. Make this autumn the season of YOU. Call the Health Education Center at 708 423-5774 or x5830 to find just the right program for you.

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Hospice Volunteer Appreciation BrunchAnne Marie Ross, Events & Publications Coordinator

On August 17th, our exceptional hospice volunteers were celebrated at the Hospice Volunteer Appreciation Brunch. Attendees enjoyed a delicious menu and participated in a very special Hand Blessing ceremony. Thank you to our hospice volunteers for all that you do each and every day!

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You are sick and need to come to the hospital and be admitted. You are anxious, scared and desperate for information. Once admitted, we take your clothes and ask you to wear a hospital gown that exposes your backside and leaves you feeling vulnerable. The bed, well, it’s not home, not your pillow, not your blanket, not your quiet bedroom that is so familiar to you.

Add IV’s, medications and tests that are scary in their own right. You pray for a good outcome, a negative biopsy, a good lab value…while you wait and worry, desperate for information. So many people coming in and out of that room, all with different roles and tasks to fulfill…it’s so confusing. Isn’t it?

All of a sudden someone knocks to come into your room. They wash their hands and walk over to you, all the while making eye contact. They introduce themselves, explain their role in your care, demonstrate empathy and communicate in a way you understand. Maybe they lightly squeeze your hand while they listen to your fears and concerns while providing the follow up and communication you so deserve and crave.

That’s all we want as patients, don’t you think? We must remind ourselves with every patient, every encounter, every time. This could be our mother, our father, spouse, child, loved one. Even you! How blessed we are to be able to care for those at their most vulnerable. Please never forget that and empower your team to remember this… always!

Picture This…Mary Ellen Namoff, Physician and Patient Experience Coordinator

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Madeline McElroy, Care Partner, 4SE; Carla Joiner, Physical Therapist, Registry; Angela Trueblood, Care Partner, 4W; Barbara Cechman, Care Partner, ICU; Audrey Mangerson, Radiation Therapist, Radiation Oncology

Each month new employees attend an all-day orientation where the following topics are presented. AIDET training helps every employee understand that they are

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Mary Ellen Namoff, Physician and Patient Experience Coordinator

Please welcome our new employees when you see them on campus.

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ROW: 1 Ulysses Luyahan, Agency RN, HCCA; Julie Wedster, Surgical Technician Registry, Surgery; Arkela Beamon, Registrar, Care Station East

ROW: 2 Anne McCarthy, AFF Patient Service Representative, Practice Support; Judith Orgazi, RN, ICU, Keely Jones, Care Partner, PCU

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The following employees joined at August orientation:

Lorraine L. BerentJanina H. Boladz, RN

Irma BrightTaura Bronson

Bonnie A. Camacho, RNErica R. Canales

Erin R. Collevy, RNStephanie A. Colson, RN

Katelyn M. Edgeworth, RNMaggie E. FaheyLori L. FenderKatie E. HigginsRose B. Hodges

Magdalena G. Kowalska, RNMariana Lopez

Katie A. Lucas, RNAshley N. Mack, RN

Amanda R. Murphy, RNAmy E. Pell, RNKevin J. Penn

Kokovi S. PetikouRaida Rabadi, RNAndrew V. Reiser

Darlene N. Reyes-PayneVenus P. Rosendo, RN

Ryan M. RoweNatalie R. Rybicki

Mindy J. Sherack, RNDavid O. SodeNancy M. Stout

Courtney E. Tobolski, RNSonia Vaniglia, RN

Jackie Neidhart, Medical Staff Services Specialist, retired after 25 years of service. Congrats, Jackie!

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ROW: 1 Keyona Puckett, RN, Special Care Unit; Kelly Cowan, Speech/Language Pathologist; Tykesha Baker, Medical Laboratory Technician, OLW Laboratory; Goranka Reynolds, Ultrasound Technologist, Ultrasound; Patrick Cahill, Marketing/Outreach CH REP, HBS;

ROW: 2 Declan McCaron, Transportation and Registry; Owen Hurley, EKG Technician, EKG; Margaret Dinneen, RN, Emergency Room

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Marlon Everett, MDCardiology

AMG Cardiology10837 South Cicero Avenue, Suite 200

Oak Lawn, IL 60453708.636.7575

708.636.6193 (fax)

Welcome New Providers

Bassem Chaar, MDHematology/OncologyAffiliated Oncologists

4400 West 95th Street, Suite 311

Oak Lawn, IL 60453708.427.9710

708.424.8904 (fax)

Sheila Barry, MDInfectious DiseaseMetro Infectious

Disease13755 South CiceroCrestwood, IL 60445

888.220.6432708.385.2434 (fax)

Briana Decuir, MDEmergency Medicine

2800 West 95th StreetEvergreen Park, IL

60805708.229.5600

New Vascular Access TeamKatie Murray, 5W Nurse Manager/Stroke Program Coordinator

I am happy to introduce the new Vascular Access Team that consists of two highly trained nurses. Cathy Madura, RN, (right) who has worked as a staff nurse here in the ICU. She also is a certified infusion nurse (CRNI) for more than 12 years. Cathy Lowery (left) joins the Little Company of Mary family with more than 20 years of experience as a vascular access nurse. These two professionals have a wealth of knowledge with regards to insertion of PICC lines, midlines, mediports, and hemodialysis catheters. They will see patients from 9am to 8pm and offer coverage from five to six days a week.

The nursing staff can put in a referral order for the Vascular Access Team by entering an order via Meditech called “VASCULAR ACCESS RN REFERRAL.” They can also be paged at x1396 or x1376. The “Cathy duo” will round on all inpatient central lines and provide education

to the staff regarding proper central line maintenance.

This team is an excellent resource for our nursing staff.Welcome and Congrats!

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Welcome New Providers

Tomasz Budz, DPMPodiatry

Ashburn Foot & Ankle Associates

8620 South Pulaski Avenue

Chicago, IL 60652773.585.8200

773.585.8004 (fax)

John Rinehart, MDReproductive EndocrinologyReproductive

Medicine Institute5849 West 95th Street

Oak Lawn IL 60453708.857.7230

708.576.8263 (fax)

Lori Fender, CNMMidwifery

(Nurse Midwife)2850 West 95th Street, Suite 103

Evergreen Park, IL 60805708.636.9205

708.229.6075 (fax)12450 S. Harlem AvenuePalos Heights, IL 60463

708.361.6230708.229.6075 (fax)

Mia Layne, MDObstetrics & Gynecology

LCM Medical Group2850 W. 95th Street, Suite 103,

Evergreen Park, IL 60805708.636.9205

708.229.6075 (fax)Outpatient Care Center

6700 W. 95th Street, Suite 220Oak Lawn, IL 60453

708.974.7300708.974.7373 (fax)

Ruth Rudinsky, MDPediatric

Hematology-Oncology2850 W. 95th Street,

Suite 12Evergreen Park, IL 60805

(844) UCM-LCMH

Sarah Chewning, APNEmergency Medicine

2800 West 95th StreetEvergreen Park, IL 60805

708.229.5600

Kenji Oyasu, MDEmergency Medicine

2800 West 95th StreetEvergreen Park, IL 60805

708.229.5600

Sneha Iyer, MDPediatric Hospitalist

2800 West 95th StreetEvergreen Park, IL

60805708.229.5393

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Join us Friday, January 20, 2017 Double Tree Hotel, Alsip, ILProceeds benefit women in need going through breast cancer treatment at LCMH through the Pink Pajama Mini-grant program. Registration includes: Cocktail hour, dinner, dancing open bar, t-shirt and giveaway! All persons attending must be 21 years or older and will be required to show proof of ID at registration.

www.LCMH.org/foundation6 p.m. Cocktail Hour (Hotel check-in 3pm) Double Tree Hotel - 5000 W. 127th St.

SAVE THE DATEPINK PAJAMAPARTY

Health Academy“The Spiritual Side of Healthcare”Presented by hospital specialist to increase your knowledge of health related issues.September 1211:15 a.m. - NoonLocation: North Pavilion Link Room A, N1703CEU’s for nurses who attend.FREE

CHEER ProgramPutting the power of humor in healing to work for you!“September Serenades”September 1411 a.m. - NoonLocation: North Pavilion Link, Room A, N1703FREE

Lung Cancer ScreeningsA 15 minute state of the art screening. Includes low dose CT scan of the lungs.September 17, by appointmentRegistration required.A certain criteria needs to be met to participate.Call for information and registration.Location: LCM Outpatient Care Center6700 W. 95th Street, Oak LawnFee: $125 (value of $1,500)

Wake Up Call ScreeningsAssess your risk for heart disease and stroke.NEW: Metabolic Syndrome Screenings.Includes Healthy heart labs, ultrasound screening of abdominal aorta and carotid arteries, peripheral vascular screening and heart rhythm screening for atrial fibrillation.September 247:30 a.m. - NoonLocation: The Cancer CenterBy appointment. Call for information and registration.$150 (a value of $4,000)

Orthopedic ScreeningsFor Shoulder pain with: Dr. Sujal DesaiSeptember 29Location: W 1535 Call for appointment times. FREE

RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS. Programs are held at Little Company of Mary Hospital. Call 708.423.5774 or extension 5830 to register or for more information. For a full listing of classes, visit www.LCMH.org/calendar. If minimum registration is not met, classes or programs may be canceled.

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“Rounds” is published 12 times a year by the Public Relations and Marketing Department. It provides information for and about the employees of Little Company of Mary Hospital and Health Care Centers.

The next “Rounds” will be distributed Friday, October 7th. The final deadline for story submissions is Monday, September 19th.

September “Rounds” was prepared by Anne Marie Ross and Dana Sorensen, Public Relations and Marketing.