Med West Press

Med West Press
an employee & physician centered publication of medical west
vol 5 issue 6 2014
03.17.14
a letter from keith pennington
features
Many of you might have noticed major construction off Highway 150 in Hoover over the past
several weeks. This site will be the future home of the Medical West Freestanding Emergency
Department (FED). We are very excited for this growth and opportunity to further serve the
Hoover community.
pg. 2
The Medical West FED will be part of a
larger development to be known as the The
Shoppes of Hoover. The mixed-use center
will include retail space and a neighborhood
grocery store called Sprouts offering farmfresh produce and natural, organic foods, will
anchor the development.
pg. 6
As discussed at our previous Town Hall
meeting, construction on our FED is
scheduled to begin this summer. Our family
of Medical West Emergency physicians will
expand their services to the facility. The
building itself will be approximately 19,804
square plus an additional 985 square feet of
shelled space for future expansion. Key elements of the FED will be:
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Ultrasound
EKG
Shelled space for future expansion
In addition to the Emergency Department, there will also be clinic space that is approximately
2,700 square feet with 8 exam rooms.
The FED is expected to open in the Summer of 2015. We anticipate 30 - 40 visits per day and
12,000- 15,000 visits per year.
We are so proud to be part of a growing hospital with great employees and look forward to this
new adventure. We will continue to keep you updated on the progress of this new facility, as
well as other exciting things happening at Medical West.
Thanks for all you do,
Keith Pennington, CEO and President
YOUR HEALTH
Scale Back Alabama: Health Tip
Week 8
MEET YOUR CO-WORKERS
Cotrell Nalls, Food Services
pg. 9
SCALE BACK
ALABAMA
UPDATE
This Week’s Events
your health
healthtip
week8
“Healthy Outdoor Activites”
Botanical Gardens
Have you ever wanted to get away for the weekend
or have a family event that’s not indoors? Since
you live in Alabama, you have that opportunity!
Alabama offers twenty-two million acres of
outdoors throughout the state with healthy
activities for all ages. Our state has four national
forests, seven national parks and twenty-two state
parks with activities that will keep you healthy!
To find a state park or national forest close to you
visit www.alapark.com or www.alabama.travel.
Look for local areas in your city or county that
offer outdoor activities or check with local officials.
Get out and explore all the outdoor activities this
beautiful state has to offer!
Biking
Biking is a great physical activity
that works your entire body.
It increases your muscle tone,
builds up stamina, burns
calories, and is good for your
heart. There are over 100 miles of
bike trails found in nine state parks
throughout Alabama. To find a wheelchair
accessible trail in the state of Alabama, please visit
www.traillink.com
Hiking & Camping
Hiking and camping are two of
the most common activities to
do outdoors. Alabama’s state
parks provide 200 miles of trails
and more than 100 campgrounds
throughout the state.
There are a number of different
botanical gardens throughout the
state of Alabama. If you enjoy
beautiful flowers and different types
of plants, get out and be active
around these amazing gardens.
Paddling & Rafting
Paddling and rafting are activities
that really work your upper body
and are good for your heart. The
Alabama State River Trail starts at
the Georgia line and runs 631 miles
through the state. It is the longest
water trail in a single state.
Rock Climbing
With Alabama being located at
the foothills of the Appalachian
Mountains, it offers many locations
that are great for rock climbing.
One example is Horse Pens 40.
Located just outside of Oneonta,
Horse Pens 40 offers 115 acres that are
great for climbers.
Fishing
Some of the best fishing throughout
the whole country can be found
right here in Alabama. Having both
fresh water lakes and rivers, along
with salt water at the gulf, you won’t
have to go a long way to fish. Just be
sure to grill the fish you catch instead
of frying it! For healthy fish recipes, visit www.
sparkrecipes.com.
(Source: www.scalebackalabama.com)
Important Reminders:
Parking & Cell Phone Usage
Employee Parking
There appears to be a need to clarify the designated parking lots. The Green and Yellow lots, including the lot
located next to the Cafeteria entrance, are for our patients and visitors only. There are three employee parking
areas, Lot A, B, and I. Please see the map below of the designated employee lots as a reference. In addition to
these lots, employees may park in the parking deck, except for level three – which is clearly marked for patients
and visitors. Employees found to be violating the parking guidelines, will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and
including termination.
Please remember that as a healthcare provider, we have an obligation to provide our patients and visitors with
quality service. Providing easy accessibility to our services is the first step in providing quality healthcare in an
environment focused on our patients and others who visit our hospital.
Cell Phone Usage
We have had an increase in the number of complaints related to employees using personal cell phones during
designated work times and in designated work areas. As per the policy stated in the handbook, employees are
expected to use personal cell phones only during non-work times, such as meal or rest breaks, and in non-work
areas. The use of personal cell phones for personal reasons must never cause a delay in responding to a patient
or visitor and should never be used when assisting a patient or visitor. While attending to a patient or visitor,
employees are prohibited from responding or making a cell phone call, sending a text message, checking electronic
email or social media sites. All personal cell phones must be carried in a safe and concealed area that does not
interfere with the physical requirements of the job, will not fall off or cause others to be distracted by the presence
or appearance of the device. Ear attachments or earphones are not to be worn except during non-work times
and in non-work areas. Additionally, the use of camera equipped cell phones to take photographs while at work is
prohibited as a preventative step to protect the privacy of our patients.
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Please join the Hospitality
program in welcoming and
congratulating our newest
employees/members! We
are thrilled to have these
individuals as part of our
Medical West team. Captioned
below is some personal
information on these
individuals and where they
will be working. Please take
an opportunity to welcome
them as valued team
members!
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Kelly Acker, Parkwest
Health Center
Kelly is from Greenpond, Alabama
and will be a Medical Office
Assistant at our Parkwest Medical
Center. She likes to workout and
has a daughter and a dog. Kelly
enjoys ministering to people
and letting Jesus live and shine
through her.
Anthony Adams, E/S
Anthony is coming from
Birmingham to be a Floor
Technologist in the Environmental
Services Department. He likes to
read and hunt in his spare time.
Chrisdon Ballard,
Respiratory
Chrisdon is from Opelousas,
Louisiana and will be working as a
Respiratory Therapist. She enjoys
spending time with her four-year
old daughter, Kenley, and baking,
and the performing arts.
Margie Bridges, 4 North
Margie is from Cordova, Alabama
and will be joining us as an RN
on 4N. She has two sons and
two grandchildren. Margie
likes spending time reading,
going to church, and taking her
grandchildren to the park.
Samantha Ferguson,
Marketing
Samantha is from Hoover and
will be working with us as a
Senior Care and Marketing
Coordinator. She enjoys playing
the piano, spending time with her
family, friends and her boyfriend
and their two dogs, Henri, a
Hungarian vizsla, and Odin, a
boxer-lab mix.
Ruby Hamilton, E/S
Ruby is coming to us from
Fairfield and will be an E/S
Assistant. She enjoys playing
softball and spending time with
her family. She has two grown
sons and three grandchildren.
Technologist in the ES department.
He enjoys spending time with his
Aunt Lois.
Roger Holifield, ER
Roger is coming to us from
Bessemer as a PAR in the
Emergency Department. His
hobbies include videography and
photography.
Adarrius Jenkins, ICU
Adarrius is joining us from Fairfield
and will be working with us as an
RN in the ICU. He is married and
has children and enjoys spending
time with his family.
Ansley Johnson, Clinical
Dietitian
Ansley is joining us from Alexander
City to be one of our Registered
Clinical Dieticians. She loves
spending time with her family and
friends and meeting new people.
Ansley also enjoys cooking and
participating in outdoor activities.
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Mellissa Meadows, Hueytown
Health Center
Mellissa will be working with us at
the Hueytown Health Center as an
Office Manager. She loves Auburn
football and has a daughter who
is a senior at Auburn. Mellissa is
married and has a wirehair fox
terrier named Rudy who is a cancer
survivor and is one of two dogs in
the U.S. who breathes through a
tracheostomy.
Lori Morrows, Rehab
Lori is joining us from Pelham and
will be a Rehab Liaison. She has
a nine-year old daughter, named
Sophie Rose, and enjoys spending
time with her. Lori is originally from
Texas.
Heather Nevitt, E/S
Heather is from Birmingham and
is joining us as an Environmental
Services Assistant. She loves
anything that makes her smile and
enjoys spending time with her
family.
Annie Robinson, 4 North
Annie is joining us from Bessemer
to be an RN on 4N. She is married
and enjoys gardening and watching
lifetime movies.
Justin Perry, ER
Justin is coming to us from West
Blockton and will be working with
us as a PCT in the Emergency
Department. He enjoys singing and
entertaining people. Justin’s family
consists of his parents, two younger
sisters and their Shih Tzu, Sophie.
Rachel Willingham, Ultrasound
Rachel is joining us from Southside
and will be working with us as an
Ultrasound Technologist. She enjoys
reading, playing the guitar, and
spending time with her husband,
Jeremy.
MEDICA
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Farmer's Market
provided by pinkston farms
The Farmer’s Market
is Back!
The Medical West Farmer’s Market is back! Pinkston Farms will be on
campus every Wednesday from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm with fresh, locally
grown fruits and veggies ready for you to take home! They will be located
on Level C near the Civic Room and will accept cash or checks. Be sure to
check them out!
Interested in CrossFit?
Come to the Lunch & Learn
on Thursday!
Have you heard about CrossFit before but never really understood what it
was all about? Now is your chance to learn, ask questions, and see it for
yourself! Join us for a Lunch & Learn on Thursday, March 20th from 12:00
pm - 12:30 pm in the Civic Room. Over the Mountain CrossFit Coach, Kyle
Crocker, will be on campus to speak about their program and all of the
the benefits that CrossFit has to offer. You won’t want to miss this!
Scale Back Special: Chicken Orzo Pasta - $4.75 + employee discount.
Interesting Fact: Andi Crocker, ASC, is Kyle’s mother!
facility UPDATE
New Café Furniture & OB/GYN Suite Update
It has been an exciting couple of weeks at Medical West! The Cafeteria and Civic Room have received new tables
and chairs and the OB/GYN Suite renovation is moving right along. Check out the progress!
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Receptionist Area
MW Sponsors Miles for Missions 5K
Medical West is sponsoring Tannehill Valley Baptist Church’s Fifth Annual Miles for Missions 5K Run/Walk on
Saturday, April 5th at Tannehill State Park. All race proceeds will benefit the Casa Betania Children’s Home in Jerez,
Mexico. For more information or to register, please visit www.tannehillvalley.org or call (205) 477-6811. You may
also pick up a registration form from the Marketing Office in Suite 202 of the POB.
Registration Fees
5K Race
$30 *Registrants will receives a complimentary race t-shirt while supplies last.
Fun Run
$25 per family - includes one t-shirt. *Additional t-shirts may be purchased for $12. Orders must be placed by March 14th.
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Vikki Pierson
promoted to Cash Poster
Vikki Pierson has been promoted to the position of Cash Poster. She has been with
the Medical West for thirty-three years, holding a previous position with Purchasing
for twelve years, Carraway Federal Credit Union for thirteen years, the Surgery Center
for four years, Dr. Issis’s office for one year, and most recently the Business Office as a
Customer Service Representative for almost three years.
In her spare time, Vikki enjoys arts and crafts and spending time outdoors - especially
hiking and riding bikes.
Medical West would like to congratulate this deserving employee! We are excited to
welcome you to this new position and know you will do an outstanding job.
meet
your
co-workers
cotrell nalls
food services
Name: Cotrell Nalls
Department/Position: Food Services/ Store Room Clerk
Education Background: Holy Family High School/ Jacksonville State University
How long have you worked here? 3 months
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I love reading.
I love sports.
I love smiling.
I love helping people.
I love sleeping.
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I love eating.
I love being creative.
I love music.
I love relaxing.
I love coaching.
march 2014
employee of the month
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presented to
David Cheng
congratulations to david cheng, pharmacy, for receiving the march
employee of the month award. david exhibits each of the medical west values
and we are honored to have him as part of our team. thank you david, for
your outstanding performance and commitment to medical west!
Carol received nominations from three different employees. See what they had to say about her!
“His professionalism is exemplary. He will always go the extra two miles if that’s what it takes.”
“David is a strong team player. He always leads by example and is extremely knowledgable, helpful and
patient/detailed oriented.”
“David is inspirational to everyone in not only the Pharmacy, but the entire hospital. No question is trivial or too
complex. His day isn’t over until every task is completed.”
All employees of the month will receive a $100 check, a special designated parking space in the parking deck, 4
meal passes for the cafeteria, an award certificate and photo, and recognition in the Med West Press, Facebook,
the Employee of the Month "Wall of Fame," and at the Service Awards Banquet.
If you would like to nominate a deserving co-worker, pick up a form in Marketing or HR.
The deadline for April nominations is this Friday, March 21st.
Way to Go Scale Back Participants!
Come on Scale Back Alabama participants – keep pushing through! This week we lost 57.4
pounds, bringing our total weight-loss to 908.2 pounds. See the Weight Tracker Chart below
that shows our progress!
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Congratulations to our first seven weekly winners!
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Cindy Scott, Patient Access
Andi Crocker, ASC
Pam Acker, ED
Cindy Robbins, Lab
Naveen Massey, Vascular Lab
Janette Pratt, Food Services
Benita Moore, Rehab
Winner of a $25 Whole Foods Gift Card
Winner of a Free One-Hour Dietitian Consultation
Winner of a Free Pedicure
Winner of 4 Free Scale Back Specials
Winner of a $25 Academy Gift Card
Winner of 2 Free Movie Tickets
Winner of a Free 30-Minute Massage
what's happening this week?
• Tuesday, March 18 - *Group Fitness Activity: Walk Your Lunch Off • 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
• Wednesday, March 19 - Farmer’s Market • 9:00 am - 4:00 pm • Level C
• Thursday, March 20 - Lunch & Learn and Weekly Scale Back Special • 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm in the Civic
Room • Guest Speaker, Kyle Crocker, Over the Mountain CrossFit • Chicken Orzo Pasta - $4.75 + employee
discount
*Each time you participate in a Group Fitness activity, your name will be entered into the drawing. At the end
of the 10 weeks, one name will be drawn to receive a $50 Academy gift card!
MARCH
check out our social medica sites to stay up-todate on everything happening at medical west!
schedule
OF EVENTS
PATIENT
MARCH 18,25
QUOTES
Group Fitness • Walk Your Lunch Off
• 2 - 2:15 pm • Meet on Level G near
Parking Deck Entrance
MARCH 19,26
Farmer’s Market • 9am - 4pm on
Level C
MARCH 17-21
Celebrating HIM Week!
MARCH 20
Lunch & Learn • 12 - 12:30 pm in the
Civic Room
“I recommend Dr. Reed and Dr. Issis to anyone. I had
hernia surgery last month and my gallbladder removed
this month. Dr. Reed did an excellent job. Both of them
are very nice and have a good bedside manner. Very good
doctors.”
- Submitted by a Facebook User
MARCH 21
Employee of the Month Nomination
Deadline
MARCH 24-28
Celebrating Doctor’s Week!
MARCH 25
March Birthday Breakfast • Civic Room
• 8:00 am
Please call ext. 8500 to RSVP
MARCH 28
Sam’s Club • Cafeteria • 11:00 am 2:00 pm
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“The Nuclear Medicine Department received an unannounced State inspection on
March 13, 2014. The Inspection is performed every three years to review all aspects
of performing Nuclear Medicine procedures including our Hospital Radiation Safety
program. The processes reviewed include all required quality control processes,
equipment maintenance records, meeting minutes, technical and medical staff
credentials. The inspector was very complimentary of our Nuclear Medicine
Department, Staff and processes. Thank you to Tiffany Jennings, Christina Self,
Stefane’ Glover and Ferra Cox for making the inspection a success!”
- Submitted by Lee Morrison, Imaging Director
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