NICU Celebration

On Aug. 20, more than 250 people gathered on the patio at SFMC for the annual NICU Celebration. Children who have "graduated" from the NICU are invited to bring their families and join us for a picnic. This event is designed for families to reconnect with caregivers and other families who shared their NICU experience.

Everyone enjoyed a great meal, entertainment, tons of prizes and a sunny afternoon.

Some of the families gathered for a group photo.

Sox the Fox meets one of our pet therapy dogs.

The staff were holding babies all afternoon but they didn't seem to mind.

Penrose Hospital ED Remodeling Project

The remodeling project in the Emergency Dept. at Penrose Hospital begins on Sept. 6. This project is expected to last about nine months because they will be working in phases, to eliminate as much disruption to the department as possible. 

Phase 1 will be the construction of the new entrance to the Emergency Department. The new entrance is adjacent to the old entrance so the existing entrance will remain open during the construction phase. From there, crews will move inside and work on various parts of the building. 

What can you do to help?
The construction of the new entrance will impact some of the parking spaces outside the ED that are reserved for patient parking. We would like to ask those associates who park in the lot next to the new Margery Reed Memorial Park (between Human Resources and Finance) to help us by keeping those spaced available for emergency patients. You are welcome to park across Jackson St. in the lot adjacent to Pen-North or in the garage. 

Watch for further updates on this project in future editions of the Pulse.

ASCENT RN Residency Program

Every year, Education Resources sponsors 2-3 sessions of the ASCENT RN Residency Program. ASCENT is a standardized Centura program which stands for Autonomy, Safety, Competence, Evidence-Based Practice, Nursing Excellence, and Transition to Practice. This 6-week program is designed for newly practicing nurses and/or nurses returning back-to-practice as a way to assist with their transition into the acute care setting.

The focus of the program is to empower them with the basic tools that they need to get started in their respective areas of work. The nurses from the July/August program are:

PH ED:   Denise Loveless & Haley Schlepp
BBU:   Jennifer Walker
CVU:     Rená Fahey, Alexandria Kaskewicz, & Megan Ransford
5th Floor:  Kaitlin Veselicky
7th Floor:   Camilla Sampson & Yun Hui Yi 
8th Floor:   Lisa Gore & Kenneth Meyers
9th Floor:  Stephanie Seeger
11th Floor: Elizabeth Berardi, Jill Westhoff, & Phil Wuthier  
Float Pool: Megan Conway—7th and 9th floors
SFMC ED:  Heather Kuykendall
Postpartum: Katherine Sullivan
5 Surgical: Sarah Ii

Please welcome these new nurses to Penrose-St. Francis Health Services and stand ready to support their journey!

Cancer Center Corner

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Play it Safe!

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Pro Cycling Challenge

As you probably heard, Centura Health was the offical medical provider for last week's US Pro Cycling Challenge. During the Prologue on Monday, Penrose-St. Francis hosted a booth near the finish line. Attendees registered to win a mountain bike valued at $500, learned about car seat safety and other trauma issues related to cycling and driving.

During the entire week-long event, Centura Health physians and nurses folllowed the riders through the mountains, providing medical care to the riders before, during and after each stage.

PDOC

PDOC (electronic physician documentation) application to be made available to providers on Sept. 12

Centura Health is in the process of transitioning to Electronic Health Records (EHR), an exciting step-by-step change that will benefit our patients and help us to treat them more safely, quickly, and with a higher quality of care. Now we’re elevating our EHR capabilities even more by making an application available to all physicians in MEDITECH.

Physician Documentation (PDOC) refers to physician notes in the electronic health record for inpatients. It has already been piloted by 13 physicians at St. Mary-Corwin, but will be made available to any willing provider within Centura on Sept. 12. This is considered a voluntary go-live of the application. (Note: Mercy physicians will not be able to utilize PDOC at this time.)

This is available to physicians now in preparation for our full Computerized Provider Order Entry (CPOE) implementation. Here are more details about PDOC:

Physician Documentation (PDOC) for Inpatients
• What: An electronic documentation capability in MEDITECH that allows physicians and other credentialed providers to enter progress notes electronically, rather than hand-writing progress notes on paper.
• Why: PDOC will improve legibility of the patient’s record and enable real-time access to a patient’s progress in the chart. It will also help to create an integrated EHR, and will increase physician efficiency.
• When: PDOC will be made available in MEDITECH to providers on Sept. 12, 2011, on a voluntary basis for now. This is an opportunity for providers to experience the benefits of electronic entry and be more prepared when CPOE implementation begins in January 2012.
• Available templates: For now, three templates will be available: Daily Progress Note, Post-Op Progress Note (short form), and Central Line Placement. An additional 30 templates will be created in the coming months.
• Training: Training materials are available online and trainers will be available at each entity.

Laughter is the best medicine

This is a weekly series of fun stories and jokes to help brighten your day and put a smile on your face.

If all the cars in the United States were placed end to end, it would probably be Labor Day Weekend.

Strive News

Strive News August 2011

PLAY IT SAFE: Prevent Injury and Trauma in the GAME of LIFE!
Julie Penrose Health and Education Center
Wednesday, September 21st from 5:00-7:00 pm
Play it safe with all the FREE fun filled activities and education for kids, teens, parents, and older adults:
• Education session on trauma and injury prevention for all ages from Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Robert Nagy
• Flight for Life helicopter and ambulance tours
• Car accident seatbelt simulator provided by MasterDrive
• Texting and distracted driving Nintendo Wii simulations
• Balance assessment and fall prevention
• Shake baby simulator and prevention
• And much more
Provided by Penrose-St. Francis STRIVE Wellness Program, Trauma, Emergency Services, and Rehab Departments.

COLORADO SPRINGS 5K WALK TO CURE DIABETES
America the Beautiful Park
Saturday Sept. 10, 2011 at 9 am
Join a PSF JDRF Walk team, to show your support and do your part in finding a cure for this costly and debilitating disease.
Join STRIVE’s JDRF Team!
It’s easy, here’s how:
1. Visit http://www.jdrf.org/ and under the “Get Active” heading, click on “Walk to Cure Diabetes”
2. Under the “Register for a Walk Now,” heading, choose Colorado and click “Find Walk”
3. Click “Colorado Springs,” and then click “Register for this Walk.”
4. Click “Join a Team,”
5. In the “Team Name” box, search for “PSF.” All PSF team captains will be listed, and please join the “PSF- STRIVE- Erin” team ? (or any other PSF team).
6. Proceed to register with your options, contact info, and waiver, until your registration is complete.
7. Welcome to the TEAM! We will see you at the walk! 

SEPTEMBER HIKING CLUB
There will not be a hike in September due to community walks occuring this month. Join the fun and participate in the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes or the Pikes Peak Challenge.

MEET OUR NEW INTERN SARAH CHRISTIANSEN
 “My name is Sarah Christiansen. I am a student at Colorado State University in Fort Collins, CO. At CSU I studied Health and Exercise Science with a concentration in Health Promotion. As my final requirement to graduate I am interning at STRIVE, and so far I LOVE it! In my free time I love to be outside, go running, spend time with my family and play with my dogs.I have two dogs, one a black lab and the other a golden retriever, they are my little pride and joys. Right now I am applying to nursing school to receive my Bachelor of Science in Nursing. I am hoping to start an accelerated nursing program next summer/fall. My dream as nurse is to be a neonatal intensive care unit nurse, but we will see what the future brings.”

SMALL GROUP TRAINING
What is the #1 new trend in fitness? The answer is Small Group Training! Small Group Training offers you a chance to interface with a Personal Trainer, but differs from a group fitness class because the sessions are limited to 3-6 participants and are 30 min in duration. Also, the training is specific to each participant’s goals, and not just for general fitness purposes.  Get the benefits of personal training with the energetic mood of working in a group!  Call now to schedule your session!

The cost of each 30 minute class is $10 per participant
Please call Jenna at 776-7494 or email her at JennaFlorea@centura.org to sign up!  You must pre-register to attend and you must have gym access to participate.

GROUP FITNESS CLASSES—NEW CLASSES ADDED!

Penrose Hospital

Body Toning
Mondays, A:11:45-12:15pm   B:12:20-12:50pm   *A/B: 11:45-12:50pm
Session 3 A/B: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17 (Skip September 5)
Thursdays, A:11:45-12:15pm   B:12:20-12:50pm   *A/B: 11:45-12:50pm
Session 4 A/B: September 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, October 6

De-stress Fitness Express: Tuesdays       *NEW CLASS!
How can you fit exercise into your busy day?  Are you too worried about getting sweaty for work?  Then this is the class for you!  In this express workout, join Kristine Barrett, certified group instructor, and you will get a great workout and finish feeling rejuvenated, stronger, and ready to conquer the rest of your day.  Pair this class with De-stress Stretch and feel even more rejuvenated! 
Session 1: Tuesdays, 12:15-12:45 pm: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25

De-stress Stretch: Tuesdays        *NEW CLASS!
Lengthen and relax your muscles with a breath inspired mid-day stretch class.  Follow Jenna Florea, certified group instructor, as you dissolve your worries and unwind by stretching those tense areas of the neck, back, and lower body.  Pair the class with De-stress Fitness Express, or take 30 minute break to stretch.  You will leave feeling balanced, energized, and ready to take on the day!
Session 1: Tuesdays, 12:50-1:20 pm: September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18, 25

St. Francis Medical Center

De-stress Fitness Express: Wednesdays               *NEW CLASS
How can we fit exercise into our busy day?  Are you too worried about getting sweat for work?  Then this is the class for you!  In this express workout join Kristine Barrett, certified group instructor, and you will get a great workout and will finish feeling rejuvenated, stronger, and ready to conquer the rest of your day.
Session 5: Wednesdays 12:00-12:30pm, September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12

Yoga:
Session 6: Mondays 5-6:15pm, September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24

Zumba: Tuesdays             *NEW CLASS!
Ditch the workout and join the party with Nicole Miller, certified Zumba instructor! This high energy class fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away, sculpt your body, and burn fat.  Add some Latin flavor and international zest into the mix and you've got a Zumba class! 
All fitness levels welcome!
*Classes are held in Conference Room 4 on the first floor of SFMC. 
Session 1: Tuesdays 4:15-5:05pm, September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18

GYM ORIENTATIONS
There is no need to sign up for the gym orientation, you just need to simply show up.  To view the full 2011 schedule, please sign in to www.healthcalc.net/penrose and click on Gym Orientation Schedule.  Please call 776-7393 for questions.
September 2011 Gym Orientations
 Tuesday, September 13th  :  4:00p.m. at Penrose Main
 Thursday, September 29th : 4:15 p.m. at St. Francis Medical Center.
 Thursday, September 29th: 11:30 a.m. at Penrose Main

MASSAGES
Massages will be starting up again October. Contact Laura Ryan at 776-7393 at the end of September if you are interested in an October massage.

WALKING CLUBS
PH Walking Club: Every Thursday at 7:15-7:50 a.m. outside of valet.
Contact Erin Heberlein x7394
SFMC Walking Club:  Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. meet outside 1st floor/valet entrance. If temperature is below 30 degrees- cancelled. Contact Rox x11064

HLC Third Quarter Classes

SCHEDULE OF HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CLASSES
Wellness Classes: through September, 2011

Please call the following number for additional information or to register for any of the classes listed below. All classes require pre-registration / cancellation a minimum of 24 hours prior.

New Phone Number (719) 776-7983
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

All Wellness classes held at Penrose Health Learning Center, 1644 Medical Center Point (Union and Templeton Gap) unless otherwise noted. All Birthing/Parenting classes held at the new St. Francis Medical Center, unless otherwise noted.

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Cardio Kickboxing – This class will teach the basic techniques of kickboxing including punching, kicking, and other moves.  Class is held in a cardio-exercise format with focus on developing and maintaining cardiovascular endurance, balance and coordination.

Date/Time: Tuesdays
September 6 through 27

5:00 – 6:00 pm
  
Cost:       $30.00 / 4-week session  
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T’ai Chi – A form of ancient Chinese martial arts that works to improve body awareness, strength and coordination.

Date/Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning the first Tuesday of the month
September 6 through 29

9:00 – 10:00 am

Cost:       $40.00 / 4-week session 
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Pilates at the HLC – Pilates is a body conditioning routine that helps to build strength, flexibility, endurance and coordination.  Pilates improves mental and physical well-being through controlled movements, increases circulation, and strengthens the core.  This is a mat class.

Date/Time: Wednesdays
September 7 through 28

5:00 – 6:00 pm
  
Cost:  $30.00
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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.

Date/Time: By appointment only
Contact 776-4780 to schedule your intake to initiate your membership
    
Cost:  $46.00 / month
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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 776-4780 to schedule your appointment
    
  Cost:  $50.00
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YogaStretch – YogaStretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses.  Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.  Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Date/Time: Mondays
August 29 through September 26 (skip September 5)

9:00 – 10:00 am  

Cost:  $30.00 / 4 week session
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Aquatics Classes – The Penrose Health Learning Center in cooperation with Colorado Sports and Spine. A structured class 2-3 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).

  Date/Time: M/W/F   M/F  M/W  T/Th
    10:30 – 11:30 am  12:30-1:30 pm 5:00-6:00 pm 8:30-9:30 am
    11:30 – 12:30 pm      11:30-12:30 pm
           12:30-1:30 pm
  Cost:       $46.00 / month for 2x / week
    $66.00 / month for 3x / week

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 & Mornay Sc., Sausage & Biscuits
Lunch
Chicken & Dumplings, Sloppy Joe's, Penne Pasta & Choice Sauce,
New Mexico Panini, Beer Battered Cod, Apple Raspberry Cobbler.

TUESDAY
Breakfast
French Toast & Syrup, Sausage, Egg, Cheese McMuffin, Chipped Beef
Lunch
Beef Taco Bowl, Chicken Enchilada Casserole, Chili Rellanos, Refried Beans
Beer Battered Shrimp, Jalapeño Poppers, Roast Turkey, Chocolate Brownies.

WEDNESDAY
Breakfast
Fruit Topped Pancakes, , Red Potato Fries, Sausage Gravy & Biscuit
Lunch
Tempura Orange Chicken, Beef Stir Fry over Jasmine or Fried Rice
Grilled Reubens, Calamari & Marinara, Apricot Bread Pudding.

THURSDAY
Breakfast
Denver Omelet, Waffles, Breakfast Burritos, Green Chili, Shredded Hash Brown
Lunch
BBQ Rib Sandwich, Vietnamese "PHO" Noodle Bowl, Burgundy Beef Stew,
Tri-Color Cheese Tortellini, BBQ Pork Wings, Sunshine Lemon Orange Cake.

FRIDAY
Breakfast
Bagel Breakfast Sandwich, Green Chili Omelet, Sausage/Biscuit, Tater Tots
Lunch
Coconut Mango Papaya Tilapia, Ratatouille, European Cold Cut Panini
Corned Beef & Cabbage, Chicken Burger, Red Chili, Cherry Cobbler

SATURDAY
Breakfast
Minnesota Baked Casserole, Chipped Beef & Biscuit, Hash Browns
Lunch
Pulled BBQ Pork, Grilled Chicken Breast, Meat Lasagna & Garlic Bread
Green Peas & Pearl Onions, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Blackberry Cobbler.

SUNDAY
Breakfast
Pancakes & Syrup, Red Potato Fries, Grits, Eggs & Sausage & Ham
Lunch
Fried Chicken, Baked Honey Glazed Ham, Sweet Potato & Marshmallow,
Mashed Potatoes/Gravy, Biscuits, Collard Greens, Turtle Molten Bundt Cake