Beth Zautke, Volunteer Director

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You are cordially invited to attend a Retirement Reception Honoring

Beth Zautke

Thursday, January 28, 2010

2:00 - 4:00 PM

Cancer Center Conference Rooms A, B, C

Penrose Hospital

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After 32 years of service to Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, Beth Zautke will retire on January 29. Beth began her career at PSF in April, 1978 as a medical technologist in the Chemistry Lab at Penrose Hospital. In June of 1979, she transferred to Penrose Community Hospital and worked in the general laboratory for nearly seven yearsbefore transferring back to Penrose Blood Bank and working in Transfusion Service. 

In March, 1994, Beth was named manager of the Penrose-St. Francis Healthcare System Blood Bank, Transfusion Service and Donor Service. Beth served as manager of that department for seven and a half years before being named Director of Volunteer Services and Information Desk Services in July, 2002.

Beth earned her B.S. in Medical Technology from Bradley University in Peoria, IL and her M.A. in Communication at the University of Colorado, Colorado Springs. While in Illinois, she workedat St. Joseph Hospital in Chicago in Microbiology for one year before moving to Denver in 1967. In Denver, Beth worked at the University of Colorado Medical Center in Pediatric Chemistry,Microchemistry, and Microbiology until 1971 when she married William Zautke, a clinical social worker,who recently retired from private practice. Beth and Bill moved back to Wisconsin for four years; while in Wisconsin Beth worked as a supervisor in the Microbiology Department of Theda Clark Hospital.

Beth and Bill were blessed with two sons, Luke and Nathan, who now live in the Denver area. Over the years, Beth has been involved with various committees for Steele Elementary School, the Pioneer Museum, Pikes Peak Hospice, the West Region of the Cancer Information Service, First Lutheran Church and the North End Homeowner's Association. Beth has also been an officer and active member of the Colorado Health Directors of Volunteer Services.

Currently, Beth is a volunteer for "No One Dies Alone" at Penrose Hospital and is looking forward to other volunteer involvement upon her retirement. She enjoys hiking, gourmet cooking, the symphony, and travel. Friends and family are an integral part of Beth's full and active life. Beth's leadership in Volunteer Services will be greatly missed. Her objectivity, fairness and quiet steadiness have seen the team of volunteers nearly double in number during the last seven years. She is extremely people-oriented, sensitive to the needs of others, compassionate, caring and knowledgeable. She encourages creativity and her stewardship with overseeing the Gift Shops has resulted in very substantialfinancial contributions on behalf of the PSF Volunteer Association to the PSF Foundation and our hospitals.

No One Dies Alone

Ask anyone what he or she most fears about dying and the universal response is usually dying in pain and dying alone.  We all wish for a painless death in the presence of someone who cares.
But what happens to the person who has outlived his family and friends, or the lone traveler who comes to Penrose-St. Francis after an accident?  What of the individual who comes here from a place such as the Rescue Mission, who—by choice or circumstances—has lived life away from family and mainstream society?
Mother Teresa said, “No one should die alone. Each human should die with the sight of a loving face.”
We can provide companionship to patients in the dying process who are truly alone, and in so doing, provide the gift of respect and dignity to another human being at the end of life.
Through the efforts of volunteers, No One Dies Alone provides a reassuring presence to dying patients who would otherwise be alone.  This program is for patients who are expected to die within 48-72 hours and have no friends or family locally or who have no family involved or present.
Each patient is assessed to determine if they meet referral criteria for the program and then a vigil is activated by contacting the No One Dies Alone Vigil Coordinator.  The coordinator then creates a schedule of coverage for the patient, attempting to provide a companion for as many hours as possible.

Volunteer criteria
Only current Penrose-St. Francis employees and active volunteers with at least three months of service can serve as “compassionate companions.”
Volunteers will attend a one-time orientation session.  Topics include the referral process and criteria, palliative and comfort care, the role and appropriate activities, employee volunteer policy and standard precautions, confidentiality, patient rights and ethics.

Volunteer Process
• Volunteers will call before coming to the hospital to ensure that the patient is still there and no family is present. 
• Upon arrival on nursing unit, they will introduce themselves to staff and proceed to patient’s room.
• Volunteers will not perform or assist in any usual and customary patient care done by medical personnel, but may help in any way the staff requests, as long as the task is something the volunteer is comfortable with, has been trained to do, and it doesn’t endanger their physical or emotional well-being.
• During the vigil, they will act as a friend to the patient…..they may read to them, converse with them, play music for them……whatever is within the patient’s wishes. 
• They will observe the patient for signs of discomfort and report this or any change in condition to staff. 
• If family arrives, they will exit quietly and gracefully, and let vigil coordinator and nursing staff know of this development. 
• The volunteer will notify staff when they leave, and if known, when to expect another companion to arrive.

Program Development
This program was fashioned after the original program at Sacred Heart Medical Center and started at Penrose Hospital in July of 2009, where we have had four patient vigils to-date.  We will now be starting the program at St. Francis Medical Center, with our first orientation program on February 23rd from 5:30-8:30pm.

Patient Identification
If you identify a patient who may die alone, please communicate with the Charge Nurse and have them page the No One Dies Alone vigil coordinator.  Patients at Penrose Hospital can be served at any time by the volunteer team that has already been established.  We will begin serving patients at St. Francis Medical Center on March 1, 2010 after the orientation session has been completed.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact Ginny Vravick, Palliative Care CNS, 719-776-5646, VIRGINIAVRAVICK@CENTURA.ORG, or Theresa Gregoire, Chaplain, 719-776-2682, THERESAGREGOIRE@CENTURA.ORG.

Health Screening

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Lunch with Margaret

Ever think about what you would do if you were CEO for a day? What do you like best about working here? Join Margaret Sabin, President and CEO of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, for a FREE lunch and an informal chat. Let her know what rocks your Centura world! Most lunches will be held on the last Friday of each month, from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m., in the Barry Nolan Board Room at Penrose Hospital or in SFMC’s Conference Room 1. There will also be two night “lunches” for associates working the evening shift. 

Lunch is open to everyone – associates, volunteers and physicians – working at any PSF facility.  Space is limited to 20 people per month, so an R.S.V.P is required by e-mailing Julie Cox at juliecox@centura.org. Please designate which month you would like to attend.  Include your contact information, the department and facility you work for, and a number where you can be reached.

Your lunch date choices are:

Penrose Hospital – Barry Nolan Conference Room – 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
January 19
February 26
March 26
May 21
June 25
July 30
October 29
November 26

St. Francis Medical Center – Conference Room 1 – 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
April 30
August  27
December  17

Night Shift – Penrose Hospital – Barry Nolan Board Room – 11:30 p.m. – 12:15 a.m.
March 30
September  24

Trauma Symposium

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Gift Shop Winners

During the holiday season, anyone purchasing $25 or more in merchandise at either Gift Shop was entered into a drawing for a variety of prizes. More than 1000 people were entered at Penrose and almost 500 people were entered at St. Francis Medical Center. Congratulations to all of the winners!

2009 Gift Shop Christmas Drawing Winners

Penrose Hospital
1. 32” Flat Screen TV - Diane Buscarello
2. Pillow and Tote - Rick Waite
3. Musical Gund Bear - Lona Mewbourn
4. Rooster - Merlyn Bernabe
5. 3 Feather Trees - Kim Tucker
6. Artificial Flower Arrangement - Shannon Darelo
7. Vase and Flowered Lights - Vivene Jones-Pruitt
8. Frog - Tamra Renzelman
9. Talking Dog - Casondra Locke
10. Purse/Scarf - Ruby Hernandez
11. 2 pc. Bronco Set - Val Fritz

SFMC
1. 32” Flat Screen TV - Mary Jo Bowman
2. Kinkade Christmas Village - Kim Kraus
3. Bearington Christmas Bear - Michiyo Miller
4. Bearington Christmas Bear - Nancy Martz
5. Western Purse/Scarf - Jody Brady
6. Jim Shore Christmas - Angel  Kristin Novak
7. Nativity Snow Globe  - Christine Tavenner
8. Nancy Perez - Nutcracker Doll
9. Salt/Pepper Set in a Sleigh - Pat Tetterton
10. Christmas Pitcher - Joann Goodson
11. Umbrella/Tote Bag - Cheryl Paolinelli

Donate your old cell phone to TESSA

Did you get a new cell phone for Christmas and are wondering what to do with the old one? The Outreach Committee would be happy to accept your donation to give to T.E.S.S.A. Your discarded phone helps those women and men who are dealing with domestic violence or sexual abuse.  Since 2004, Penrose-St. Francis has collected 788 cell phones providing many people peace of mind.

Be confident that T.E.S.S.A will erase all of your personal information from your phone if you don’t.  Please help save a life!  Bring your old cell phone to the information desks at Penrose Main or St. Francis Medical Center or to the registration desk at St. Francis Health Center. At the ASC, you can leave them at the front desk.  Please put the phone together with the charger in a plastic bag. Thanks for making a difference!

HIIP News

2010 CLUB HIIP HEALTH SCREENING                     
YOU ARE WANTED! 
Join us at the Club HIIP 2010 “Hoe Down” Health Screening! Save the Date!                
The health screenings will include: Blood pressure checks, cholesterol/ HDL/glucose lab, BMI, neck/back massages, carpal tunnel evaluations, osteoporosis heel scan, pulmonary function, hearing, vision and more! Info will be available on smoking cessation, ask a dietitian and cancer prevention. There will be food, prizes, and contests!                                    
Tues, Feb 23  9 a.m.-noon  SFHC/5th Floor Conference rooms                                                                           
Wed, Feb 24      2-4:30 p.m.  SFMC/Conference Rooms 1-3                                                                          
Thurs, Feb 25     8:30 a.m.-noon SFMC/Conference Rooms 1-3
 Wed, March 3    2-6 p.m.  PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room
 Thurs, March 4 8 a.m.-noon  PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room
 Fri, March 5   9 a.m.- noon  PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room                                       
Saddle Up and Register to Participate in the screening: Please go to www.healthcalc.net/penrose log in and go to “HIIP Classes” to sign up or call 776-7494.  **Walk-ins permitted after the first 2 hours of the screenings

JANUARY LUNCH 'N LEARN
"Moving Up Stream: What Does this Mean for Penrose-St. Francis and our Community”
Join Margaret Sabin, President & CEO of Penrose-St. Francis Health Services, for her Part II presentation (continued from January 2009) on why wellness is important in our lives, for our company, and for our community.  She will share with you the strategies that PSF is engaging in to "move upstream" and work toward our 2020 Centura Vision. Learn more about the special projects that are occurring at our facilities to move toward a new culture and paradigm of true "health” care. Margaret will emphasize the important role each of you have in living true to our mission of "nurturing the health of those in our communities" as healthcare providers, family members, role models, and community members.                  
Wednesday, January 13, 12:05-12:35 p.m., SFMC/Conference Rooms 1-3             

PSF EXTENDED FITNESS CLASSES
Pick up a schedule at HIIP Wall pockets at all sites for registration form
Penrose Hospital
Bootcamp: Session 1: Starts Jan 11 from 5-6 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks                         
Body Toning: Session 4a/b: Starts Jan 11 from 11:45-12:50 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 wks 
Yoga for the Healthy Back: Sess 3: Starts Jan 12 from 5:15-6:45 p.m. in the PH/E-Tower Aerobics Room for 6 weeks                                                                     

St. Francis Medical Center                                       
Yoga: Session 2: Starts Jan. 11 from 5-6:15 p.m. in the North Care Bldg, 2nd Floor Julie Penrose Center for a  6 week session                             
Bootcamp: Session 1: Starts Jan. 14 from 6:30-7:15 a.m. in the North Care Bldg, 2nd Floor Julie Penrose Center for a  6 week session                                

****HIIP Coupon available at all HIIP Flyer boards, New Year New Year Promotion: Bring a friend to sign up for one of Club HIIP’s Group Fitness Classes, and you both will receive $5 off your registration fee!!! Ring in the new year with better health, fitness and cheer!

WELLNESS CENTER ORIENTATIONS
Please register for orientations via HealthCalc on My Virtual Workplace or call 776-5839, ext 2.
SFMC Wellness Center- Jan. 12 at 8 a.m.- cancelled                      
PH Wellness Center- Jan. 19 at 4 p.m.                                            
SFMC Wellness Center- Jan. 20 at 1 p.m.
Anyone over 40 years old must have a physician’s form signed giving permission to use Wellness Centers.  

WELLNESS CENTER CLOSURE DATES                       
The PH wellness center will be closed on the following dates/times due to a special event and annual cleaning. Closed: Fri. Jan 22, at 1 p.m.             
Reopen: Sat. Jan 23, at 8 p.m.                               
Closed: Wed. Jan 27, at 2 p.m.            
Reopen: Fri. Jan 29, at 5 a.m.             
Thank you for your patience & cooperation.

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet.
Contact Michelle Somers x5034
SFMC Walking Club:  Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. meet outside 1st floor/valet entrance. Winter season- the group will walk the stairs indoors. Contact Rox x11064

News Briefs

Community Blood Drive Schedule for January 2010

Jan. 12, 2 to 6:00 p.m., St. Francis Medical Center (The Blood Vessel)
Jan. 17, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Divine Redeemer Catholic Church (inside the church),
1520 E. Yampa, Colorado Springs, 80909    
Jan. 19, 3 to 7 p.m., Tri-Lakes Cares (The Blood Vessel), 235 Jefferson Street,
Monument, 80132     
Jan. 21, 2 to 7 p.m., Our Lady of the Woods (inside the church), 116 West Street,
Woodland Park, 80863    
Jan. 24, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., St. Michael’s (The Blood Vessel), 7400 Tudor Road,
Colorado Springs, 80919
Jan. 26, 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Coronado High School, 1590 W. Fillmore, Colorado Springs, 80907 

ASSOCIATE REMINDERS
• HR forms and policies can be found on DocuShare through “My Virtual Workplace” web site.
• All job postings and applications are online at http://www.penrosestfrancis.org
• Associates who need a computer for compliance training purposes, may contact Education Resources at 776-5186. They have a computer located in a private area.

ATTENTION NURSES
South State RN Residency Program for New Graduate Registered Nurses and Back to Practice Nurses will be held March 3rd-April 7th 2010.  Whether you are a new graduate RN or an experienced nurse returning to the profession, Centura Health provides an ideal way to develop your professional practice in a caring, safe and nurturing patient-focused culture.  Internal Centura associates, please apply online to requisition # 36159 which can be accessed through the following path: MVW, Associates, Human Resources, Careers, Careers Centura, Internal Career Site. Questions? Call Human Resources at 776-4796.

RONALD McDONALD FAMILY ROOM
The Ronald McDonald Family Room at St. Francis Medical Center is open but is always looking for volunteers. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Tina Dewar, Ronald McDonald Family Room manager, at: tina.ronhouse@yahoo.com or 243-3574.

SANDWICH ORDERS
The Penrose Hospital Cafe is taking sandwiches orders via fax. The cut off time to submit orders is 9:45 a.m. Pick up fax order sandwich slips by the deli counter to take back to the office.

ASSOCIATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Penrose-St. Francis Health Foundation’s Associate Financial Assistance Fund program guidelines are online at WWW.PSFFOUND.ORG.  Click on the link on the home page and you’ll be directed to the same information sheet that appears on the back of the assistance application. Please note that the application form itself is not available to complete online.  You must still complete the request process in person through the Foundation office located on the third floor of the Margery Reed Memorial Building, Penrose Hospital campus. For additional information or to schedule an appointment, please call 776-7760, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

TUITION REIMBURSEMENT
In an effort to save time and paper, Education will no longer distribute hard copies of applications and guidelines for tuition reimbursement.  Associates can access these documents via My Virtual Workplace.  For more information, please contact PSF Education at 776-5186.
     How to Access:
• Log into My Virtual Workplace
• Click on the Reference Tab
• Click on Docushare
• Click on PSF General Folders
• Click on Education Resources
• Click on Tuition Assistance Forms
• Click on Tuition Application (and print) AND click on Tuition Guidelines (and print)

HLC First Quarter Classes

Check out these community health and wellness classes at the Health Learning Center.

T’ai Chi – A form of ancient Chinese martial arts that works to improve body awareness, strength and coordination.
February 2 - February 25
March 2 - March 25
9 – 10 a.m.
Cost:  $40/ 4-week session

Individual and Family Fitness – A fun and comprehensive class to help you, your friends and your family get moving in 2010.  Experience an overview of different types and intensities of exercise including cardio, resistance training, circuit training and more. A wonderful class for the individual or family (children ages 8 and above with parents please) this class will challenge all fitness levels with its varied class format. One hour twice per week for 4-weeks.
Tuesday and Thursdays
February 2 - February 25
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Cost:    $40 / 4-week session

New!  Treat Your Heart: Cooking Demo and Sampling – Our Registered Dietitians are absolutely the best cooks!  Their recipes taste so wonderful and yet are still healthy treats for your heart.  Join the Penrose Health Learning Center dietitians in learning quick and easy, tasty combinations for meals and snacks.
Wednesday February 24
5:45 pm – 7:15 pm    
Cost: $25

Essential Core Training - Core strength and stability is essential in maintaining functional ability for activities of daily living.  Core training is not just sit ups and crunches but incorporates stability muscles from your chest to your knees to create a foundation for all movement.  Come and join us for great workouts and “take home” information.
Mondays
February 15 - March 8
5:30 – 6:15 pm
Cost: $30

Increasing Movement through Circuit Training - Participants will meet in an organized class once per week, complete the same workout (non-equipment specific) once per week on their own and design and complete one circuit per week on their own.
Wednesdays: February 3 - 24
5:30 – 6:10 pm
Cost: $30

New! YoChi - This unique class will incorporate exercise components of both seated Yoga and Tai Chi to promote relaxation and stress reduction.  
Wednesdays
March 3 - March 24
5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Cost:  $30/ 4 week session

Join The Health Learning Center Gym – Did you know that a one month membership at the HLC gym is equal to one class option through Colorado Springs Utilities?  Join us for one or more months and get your workouts kick started under the guidance of our fitness experts.  Call the registration number for an exercise intake appointment.  By appointment only. Contact 776-4761 to schedule your intake to initiate your membership. The cost is $46 per month / no contracts – month to month membership.

NEW! Your Heart is a Muscle, Too – Finding the right balance of fuel and fitness to maximize your energy levels. An exercise expert and a Registered Dietitian will be your speakers.
Wednesday, February 10
5:30 – 7 p.m.
Cost: $25

New!  Individual Fitness Assessment – Measure your fitness levels against the national averages and note areas in which you excel and potential areas of need. A sub-max VO2 treadmill test as well as evaluations for flexibility, strength and strength endurance will be performed.  Results will be reviewed and discussed with a fitness expert to help direct you in your future fitness goals. 
Date/Time: By appointment only.
Contact 776-4761 to schedule your appointment
Cost: $50

New!  Moderating Blood Sugars – Whether your blood sugars are totally within range or not, managing blood glucose levels throughout your day will help to effectively fuel your body as well as to avoid those sugar peaks and valleys. Discussions with our Diabetes Educators will help you to see the big picture. 
Thursday, March 11.
5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $25

Aquatics Classes – The Penrose Health Learning Center in cooperation with Colorado Sports and Spine. A structured class two to three times per week, concentrating on range of motion, overall strengthening and general cardiovascular conditioning.  All Aquatics classes are located at 1625 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap).  The cost is $46 per month for 2x / week or $66 per month for 3x / week.
- Monday/Wednesday/Friday: 10:30–11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
- Monday/Wednesday: 5-6 p.m.
- Monday/Friday: 12:30-1:30 p.m

All Wellness classes held at Penrose Health Learning Center, 1644 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap) unless otherwise noted.

All classes require pre-registration / cancellation a minimum of 24 hours prior. A $20 no show fee will be billed to the participant if registration not cancelled 24 hours in advance. To register or for more information, please call the Penrose Health Learning Center at 776-3600.

Cafeteria Menu

PENROSE HOSPITAL Breakfast & Lunch Menu (for more choices including Dinner, call # 776-5408) 
For SFMC menu, please call menu line at # 571-1001  
   
MONDAY 
Breakfast: Western Breakfast Skillet, Eggs Florentine, Sausage & Biscuits 
Lunch: Garlic Salmon Cakes, Chicken Teriyaki, Shepherd's Pie, Mac & Cheese,  
Rueben Sandwich, Baked Potato Bar, Blackberry Cobbler. 
   
TUESDAY 
Breakfast: French Toast & Syrup, Sausage, Egg,Cheese McMuffin, Chipped Beef  
Lunch: Beef Taco Bowl, Turkey Cheddar Pepper Panini, Beef Chimichanga,  
Jalopeno Poppers, Beef Fajita's, Santa Fe Egg Rolls, Cinnamon Churros. 
   
WEDNESDAY 
Breakfast: Fruit Topped Pancakes, Breakfast Burritos, Green Chili, Red Potato Fries 
Lunch: Grilled Chicken Spinach Jack Sandwich,Scallop & Seafood Saute, 
Mushroom Meatball Marinara & Pasta, Chocolate Lava Cakes. 
   
THURSDAY 
Breakfast: Denver Omelet, Waffles, Sausge Gravy & Biscuit, Shredded Hash Browns 
Lunch: Grilled Turkey Bacon Swiss, Fresh Veggie Stir Fry, Pork Chop Apricot Sauce, 
White Wine Salmon, Mile High Panini, Baked Potato Bar, Pistashio Cake. 
   
FRIDAY 
Breakfast: Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Tater Tots 
Lunch: Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich, Beef Bacon Cabernet Stew, Fried Catfish, 
Chicken Marsala, Hot Wings, Sweet Potato Fries, Apple Cranberry Crisp. 
   
SATURDAY 
Breakfast: Minnesota Baked Casserole, Chipped Beef & Biscuit, Hash Browns 
Lunch: Beer Battered Fish, Popcorn Chicken, Meat Lasagna, Rosemary Potatoes, 
Chili, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Long Green Beans, Apple Dumplings. 
   
SUNDAY 
Breakfast: Pancakes & Syrup, Red Potato Fries, Grits, Eggs & Sausage & Ham 
Lunch: Fried Chicken, Cabbage Rolls, Patty Melts, Garlic Herb Mashed Potatoes, 
Fresh Cut French Fries, Green Peas, Cherry Apple Cobbler.