Ida County Pink Walk supports HMH Women's Health Suite

Judy Andresen and Lorna Steenbock from the Ida County Pink Walk Committee presented Jerri Downs, HMH Radiology Director, $8,100 to the Women's Health Suite. These funds were raised from the 2012, 2nd Annual, Ida County Pink Walk. Over 230 registrants and 150 walkers participated in support of Breast Cancer Awareness. HMH is honored to be the recipient of these funds to support women's health.

Give the Gift of Coffee from the 10th Cup, Specialty Beverages at Horn Memorial Hospital

The 10th Cup has a great holiday promotion going on for all of you coffee lovers out there…for just $25.00 you can purchase a gift basket that includes:

·         2 Bags of Coffee Beans

·         10^th Cup Travel Mug

·         $10 Gift Certificate to the 10^th Cup

·         In addition, each time you refill your 10^th Cup Mug, you  
        will receive 25 cents off your beverage purchase

HMH Announces New OB-GYN Clinic and Surgical Services

Horn Memorial Hospital (HMH) is pleased to announce that Dr. Karl Hasik, Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, will begin providing an OB-GYN outpatient clinic the first Wednesday of the month beginning in January.   Dr. Hasik was in private practice in Paragould, Arkansas before beginning his new practice at Crawford County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) Medical Clinic in Denison.  He is a graduate of the medical school at the University of Missouri, Columbia, and completed his residency at the St. Louis University School of Medicine, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, in St. Louis, Missouri. Throughout his medical career, which has taken him from his hometown of St. Louis to the southern and western states, Dr. Hasik has delivered over 5,000 babies.  Dr. Hasik comes to HMH in cooperation with CCMH to provide not only an OB-GYN outpatient clinic but also gynecology surgical services.

“My practice is a general OB-GYN practice, but I have always had special interests”, noted Dr. Hasik. “I am certified in hysteroscopy and laparoscopy, both minimally invasive approaches to gynecology surgery.” Dr. Hasik’s surgical services will include performing all the noninvasive approaches to hysterectomy, removal of ovaries, and the medical and surgical treatment of female urinary incontinence.

“I look forward to the opportunity to serve the women of Ida Grove and the surrounding areas with my skill set in OB-GYN.  I am grateful for the chance to share my ability,” Dr. Hasik said.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Hasik at Horn Memorial Hospital, call 712.364.3311.

Horn Memorial Hosts an “Experience Health!” Day

Rebecca Burns, RN, BSN, Inpatient Director demonstrates how to administer an injection

Horn Memorial Hospital and Northwest Iowa Area Health Education Center (NWI AHEC) partnered to present the annual “Experience Health” occupation exploration day on November 15th, 2012 at Horn Memorial Hospital.  Micki Paulsen, NWI AHEC recruitment coordinator and Jo Hayes, nursing director at Horn Memorial Hospital, worked together to coordinate the event.  Students from OA-BCIG, River Valley and Ridgeview Schools, attended an eight hour activity packed day at the Horn Memorial Hospital to explore a multitude of different careers available to students in healthcare.  Various local healthcare professionals were involved to extend knowledge of their chosen occupation and the benefits of working in a rural hospital or health environment.

Adult participant experts of all areas of health/hospital services were present to address students’ questions and inquiries of future occupation choices.  In the full day of activities, healthcare professionals and students involved themselves in various hands-on activities and discussions including the following topics:

            What happens in your department in this facility?  What do you do during the day?

            How to choose a health career area to study?

            What education is required?

            How to prepare in high school for college curriculum?

            What are the best and the least interesting parts of this occupation?

Students rotated through the Emergency Room, Ambulance, Occupational Therapy, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Surgery, Physical Therapy, Radiology, Nursing and Public Health, Home Health and Hospice where they engaged in hands-on activities.  Some of the activities included: intubation of a mannequin, giving a health assessment of a “patient”, injections and BP checks, sterile environment and gowning, use of splints in OT, viewing unique X-Rays and CT Scans and some super lab activities of drawing blood on a “fake arm”, urine analysis and other exciting hands-on lab activities.

  

The mission of Northwest Iowa Area Health Education Center is to “grow our own” quality healthcare workforce.  The intent is to recruit youth into healthcare professions, assist youth with pre-professional training, and then provide continuing education to retain professionals in rural

  

communities.  Northwest Iowa Area Health Education Center strives to establish partnerships with local professionals and healthcare facilities to coordinate opportunities like “Experience Health” days for area youth.  NWI AHEC programs provide opportunities for student exploration of the multitude of occupational opportunities in the healthcare field.

Some quotes from the student who participated in the “Health Experience!” event at Horn Memorial Hospital are below:

·         “It was AWESOME!”

·         “You learn about what types of things you could do in the medical field and you learn which one would fit you the most.”

·         “Helped with deciding where to go for schooling.”

·         “It helped me see that there are many options.”

·         “It really helped me understand what some occupations were about.”

·         “I find at smaller hospitals, the people are nicer and more pleasant.”

·         “It puts a lot of things into perspective.”

·         “It gives good information to help decide if you’re right for the medical field.”

·          “Very informational, loved the hands on.”

HMH Women's Health Suite Receives Donation from OA-BCIG Students

OA-BCIG Volleyball Team Representatives
Coach Schroeder, Cailin Carstensen, Mallor Cates and Jerri Downs, Radiology Director

OA-BCIG Student Council Representatives
Hannah Gustafson, Trisha Hayward, Alex Veit, Jake Roeder and Jerri Downs, Radiology Director

Horn Memorial Hospital was the recipient of an $887.00 donation from the OA-BCIG Volleyball Team and Student Council.  The students raised these funds for the HMH Women’s Health Suite through various fundraisers, the “Pink Out” Raffle and donations.

Horn Memorial Foundation Festival Raises over $34,000

Over 300 people were in attendance for Horn Memorial Hospital’s 13^th Annual Foundation Festival held on Friday, November 2 at the Ida Grove Skate Palace.  The fun-filled evening had a 50’s theme that carried throughout the evening from the table decorations and costumes to the evening’s entertainment by “Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s”.  The event raised over $34,000 from ticket sales, sponsors, and auction items to support the purchase of a new Chemistry Analyzer for the Laboratory Department.  Thank you to the community for your generous support of our local hospital.

Horn Hospice Recognizes National Hospice Month

No one likes to think about death and dying, but it’s something everyone has to face eventually.  There’s an incredible resource in our community that provides comfort, dignity and respect to all those coping with a serious or life-limiting illness. It’s Horn Hospice.

November is National Hospice Month, a time to reach out to our community to raise awareness about the compassionate care that hospice and palliative care provide.  One of the most important messages to help people understand is that hospice care helps patients and families focus on living.

The Horn Hospice team provides expert medical care to keep patients comfortable and able to enjoy time with loved ones. The hospice team answers questions, offers advice on what to expect, and helps families with the duties of being a caregiver. The team also provides emotional and spiritual support for the entire family.

Hospice is covered by Medicare, Medicaid , and by most insurance plans and HMOs. Hospice care is provided in the home, nursing homes, assisted living facilities and long term care centers.  It is available to people of all ages, with any illness.  Horn Hospice professionals and their trained volunteers will ask you what’s important and listen to what you say; they make your wishes a priority.  

The Horn Hospice Team is made up of physicians, nurses with over 50 years of nursing experience, aides and homemakers, massage therapists, a wound consultant, chaplain and 16 trained volunteers.

If you or a loved one is facing a serious or life-limiting illness, the time to find out more about hospice and palliative care is right now.  For more information, contact Horn Hospice at 712.364.7310.

Horn Memorial Foundation Plans for the 13th Annual Fall Festival

The Horn Memorial Hospital Foundation is planning its 13th Annual Festival set for Friday, November 2nd at the Ida Grove Skate Palace. This festive evening will include cocktails, dinner, auctions, and entertainment!

 

The Foundation Board has recently set a new goal to raise the $156,000 needed to replace the laboratory’s Chemistry Analyzer. This instrument performs the majority of the lab tests ordered from Horn Memorial Hospital, Horn Physicians Clinics, several outpatient clinic providers, and many area nursing homes. In short, this instrument helps the hospital service MANY community members. With the new Chemistry Analyzer, patients will benefit from faster turnaround times, which means less waiting for our patients, and less blood work sent to a reference lab.

 

Sarah Harm, Public Relations Director comments, “Horn Memorial strives to provide a large variety of services right here in our local community. The new Chemistry Analyzer is just another way for us to allow patients the opportunity to receive medical services without driving out of town. The annual Foundation Festival is a community-supported tradition that we hope to continue for many years to come.”

 

This year’s theme, “Doo Wop, Lab Hop”, will reflect the atmosphere for the evening’s entertainment, Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s. Community members will once again decorate tables, and as many of you know, browsing the tables before the dinner is something to see!

 

Attendees are encouraged to arrive between 5:30 and 6:00 in order to view all of the wonderful table decorations and silent auction items. Dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m. followed by the live auction and entertainment.

 

The following items will be won by the highest bidder in a SILENT AUCTION format:

 

1. FREE Sitting and 8 x 10 Photograph donated by Roxy Stevenson Studios, and a Hair Care Package from Total Image
2. Pie of the Month donated by Brenda Schumacher
3. Hand Painted Sled donated by Leah Drews
4. 4 H-Vee Infield Seats to a 2013 Kansas City Royals Baseball Game, and a Gift Certificate for a Variety Basket donated by Tiefenthaler Quality Meats
5. Autographed Photo of Minnesota Viking Quarterback, Christian Ponder, Cooler with 6-pack of Soda donated by Pamida, 3 Gift Certificates for an 8-Wing Appetizer and 1 Large Pizza Gift Certificate from Pizza Hut, a Pair of Socks donated by Village Shoe Shoppe, and 1 Bottle of Whiskey donated by Randy Forinash
6. Fishing Trip for 2 at West Okoboji with Gaylen Reitz (transportation, lodging, fishing gear, and fish cleaning provided), and a Bottle of Canadian Spiced Whiskey donated by Randy Forinash
7. Punch Card to the Ida Grove Rec Center, ½ hour massage by Megan Ackerman of Just Relax Massage Therapy, Water Bottle, and a 6-Inch Sub Sandwich Certificate from Subway
8.  Punch Card to the Ida Grove Rec Center, Water Bottle, 3 Zumba Classes at Ida Grove Rec Center donated by Christi Ladwig, and (2) 6-Inch Sub Sandwich Certificates from Subway
9. Jewelry Set donated by Kim Veit, ½ hour massage by Megan Ackerman of Just Relax Massage Therapy, and a Bottle of Chocoberry Wine donated by Amy Godbersen
10. Terry Redlin Print, “Silent Sunset”, donated by Dr. Curtis Hesse, and a $250 Detail Certificate at Mac’s Chevrolet
11. Terry Redlin Print, “Homeward Bound”, donated by Dr. Curtis Hesse, and $250 Detail Certificate at Mac’s Chevrolet
12. Terry Redlin Print, “Sunday Morning”, donated by Dr. Curtis Hesse 
13.  Plate/Candle Gift Package donated by Meier Pharmacy, $250 detail certificate donated by Mac’s Chevrolet, and a Gift Certificate for a Prime Rib Dinner for 2 at the Beef and Brew in Mapleton
14. 24-Inch Toshiba Television donated by the Hoffman Agency
15. $20 Gift Certificate to the BC Bakery and Café in Battle Creek, $10 Gift Certificate to The Bread Box in Battle Creek, 2 “coffee refill” Travel Mugs donated by Sparkey’s in Battle Creek, and 2 Tupperware Bowls and an Avon Plush Turkey donated by Phyllis Groth
16. Family Portrait Session with 11 x 14 Wall Portrait donated by Christina Kjar Photography, $25 Gift Certificate to Freddy’s in Holstein, and a $25 Gift Certificate to The Inside Scoop in Holstein
17. Wash, Buff and Hand Wax Certificate at Vollmar Motors, and a $25 Gift Certificate to The Inside Scoop in Holstein
18.  18 Holes of Golf with Cart Rental donated by Ida Grove Golf & Country Club, $25 Gift Certificate to Mi Rancho in Ida Grove, and a Bottle of RumChata donated by Randy Forinash
19. Animal Pet Basket donated by the Pampered Pooch, $25 Gift Card to Food Pride, Pedicure Certificate donated by Tabitha Bockleman, and a $20 Gift Certificate to the Family Table
20.  $25 Gift Certificate to Ida Grove Kawasaki, $10 Gift Certificate to Malcom’s Paint and Hardware, a Bottle of Blackberry Brandy donated by Randy Forinash, and a Gift Certificate for a Family Pasta Dish from Pizza Hut
21.  Coffee of the Month - fresh roasted coffee donated by Marc Jensen, Gift Package donated by Flower and Design by Carol Ann, and a $50 Gift Certificate to Kahill’s
22. 2 Bags of Bean Seeds donated by Farmers Coop, $250 Detail Certificate donated by Mac’s Chevrolet, and a Bottle of Vodka donated by Randy Forinash
23. Holiday Table Centerpiece by Vicky Murray, and a $50 Gift Certificate to Vision Care Clinic in Mapleton
24. Holiday Wreath by Vicky Murray, and a Gift Certificate for a Prime Rib Dinner for 2 at the Beef and Brew
25. Samsung Tablet with Keyboard donated by Grant, Julie, Kent, and Jill Godbersen
26. 2 Dozen Decorated Fall Cookies donated by Barb Kacmarynski, and 10 Beverage Certificates to The 10th Cup at Horn Memorial Hospital
27.  Wine Gift Basket donated by the Skate Palace, and a $20 Gift Certificate to Nellie Anna’s
28. $100 Mapleton Bucks donated by Valley Bank in Mapleton, Mixed Berry Medley Schnapps donated by Randy Forinash, and an Autographed Photo of Chicago Cubs Second Baseman, Darwin Barney
29. GatorVac Electric Weed Eater donated by Hardware Hank in Holstein
30. John Deere Toy Tractor - 420 Tractor with KBL Disc donated by Hultgren Implement
31. Farmall Super M Toy Tractor donated by Vetter’s, and a Certificate for a 15-18 Pound Ribeye Loin donated by JR Pauley
32. Wine Gift Basket donated by Murray Jewelers, and a $40 Gift Certificate to Bev’s on the River
33. Decorated Cookies with Gift Certificate for 4 Dozen more donated by Mallory and Mariah Cates
34. Wine Package from Old Town Winery donated by Dr. John & Lenee Sinnott, and a Gift Certificate for a 10-Pound Prime Rib donated by Tiefenthaler Quality Meats
35. Embroidered Sweatshirt donated by Tami Hemer of Fancy Threads Embroidery, 3 Gift Certificates for Pizza Hut Buffet, and a $25 Gift Card to Food Pride
36. Gift Package to Trendue including Spa Mani and Pedi, $20 off Color Service, Aveda Shampoo, Conditioner, and Lotion, donated by Jerrica Brenner
37. Gift Certificate for Teeth Whitening OR Sonicare Toothbrush donated by Patera Family Dentistry
38. iPod Touch with Case donated by Swanson Insurance
39. 4 Dozen Fall Decorated Cutout Cookies and a Gift Certificate for 2 Dozen Cookies a Month for 1 Year donated by Cakes and Confections – Pam Steuk
40. Ice Fishing Gift Basket featuring a custom built ice fishing rod made by Jack Johnson of Schleswig donated by Dale and Kathy Edsen
41. Gift Certificate for a Whole Boneless Pork Loin donated by the Holstein Supermarket, and a Smores Maker donated by Brenner’s Entertainment
42. Blu-ray Disc/DVD Player by LG donated by The Hoffman Agency
43. Battery Charger/Maintainer donated by Bomgaars, and a Gift Certificate for an Oil Change at Rex Chevrolet in Odebolt

Following the dinner is the LIVE AUCTION with the following items up for bid:

 

• Getaway to the Caribbean Club Resort on Lake Delton in Wisconsin Dells, WI donated by Bob and Jill Webb
• Iowa and ISU Cakes decorated by Judy Bubke, Iowa and ISU Signs donated by Horn Gift Gallery, and Iowa and ISU Outdoor Glass Sculpture donated by Zolene Streck
• LABORATORY Test Tubes – Five “Mystery” test tubes each containing a Gift Certificate for a Wellness Screening and one lucky winner will win an additional $200 cash sponsored by HMH, Byron Originals & Lloyd & Kathy Brodniak
• Henry Golden Boy Rifle donated by Boerner & Goldsmith
• 1 Week Stay at a Condo in Steamboat Springs, Colorado from April 20 – October 31, 2013 donated by the McCormick Family
• Two Hand Crafted Adirondack Chairs donated by Kevin & Terri Carstensen
• Wine Tasting and Hors d’oeuvres for 8 at The Inn at Battle Creek
• Progressive Dinner for 8 in the homes of Kevin and Terri Carstensen, Al and Kathy Wilke, and Jerry and Deb Einspahr
• ShoreLight (solar lamp) donated by Midwest Industries
• 2 Tickets to the ISU vs. Baylor Men’s Basketball Game on Saturday, February 2nd and a $50 gift certificate to Wallaby’s donated by Owen and Carol Bolte
• Japanese Dinner for 8 hosted by Toshi Nishimura and Lynn Segerstrom and Roger and Retha Harrington
• Wine of the Month for 1 Year donated by Spirits, Stogies and Stuff

 And finally, to complete this fun-filled evening, ticket holders will enjoy a performance by Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s. Richie Lee and his band will perform an array of hits from the 50’s and 60’s.

 

Pre-sale tickets are $50.00 each and available through Tuesday, October 30th. Get yours today at Horn Memorial Hospital or call 712.364.3311.

Horn Memorial Hospital and Northwest Iowa Area Health Education Center Impacting the Wellness of Military Families: Continuing Education Opportunity

Ida Grove, IA – October, 2012 – Horn Memorial Hospital, in partnership with Northwest Iowa Area Health Education Center (AHEC), will host a “Behavioral and Mental Health of Veterans and Service Members” continuing education program featuring speakers from the local Veterans Administration, Iowa Army National Guard and the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics. Keynote speaker, CPT Dan Grinstead, has recently been featured on The Daily Nightly, NBC News and The Huffington Post highlighting his personal story as a social worker to enlist in the Iowa Army National Guard at age 59, deploy to Afghanistan, and return home helping soldiers become citizens again.

“Behavioral and Mental Health of Veterans and Service Members” is part of an important national health workforce training initiative because more than 50% of returning veterans, service members, and their families receive health care from civilian providers. This program will be offered on Tuesday, November 6, 2012, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Horn Memorial Hospital in Ida Grove, IA. It is designed to address military culture and increase knowledge/improve practice for civilian healthcare professionals regarding behavioral and mental health of veterans and service members.

Data reported in 2007 by the Department of Defense Task Force on Mental Health indicate that 38% of Soldiers and 31% of Marines report psychological symptoms after returning from deployment. Among members of the National Guard, the figure rises to 49%. Iowa has deployed over 2,800 men and women who are mostly National Guard members and part of our rural Iowa communities. Those with repeat deployments, a growing cohort, have significantly higher rates of symptoms.

Multiple deployments, combat injuries, and the challenges of re-integration can have far-reaching effects on not only the troops and their families, but also upon America’s communities as well. It is important that providers know and understand the impact of veteran and service members experiences during deployment and when re-integrating into routine life situations.

   

Physicians, healthcare professionals, nurses, social workers, counselors, EMS personnel, case workers, crisis intervention specialists, physical and occupational therapists, clergy, and other interested professionals are encouraged to attend.

No registration fee is required thanks to the generous sponsorship provided by the Ida County Veterans Affairs.  Handout materials and continuing education (CEUs) for Nursing and EMTs will be provided.

Pre-registration is required for this event. Contacting Becky Wuebker, Social Worker, at Horn Memorial Hospital at (712) 364-3311 or rwuebker@hornmemorialhospital.org. Please provide name, occupation, contact information and license number, if applicable, when registering.

HMH to Provide MONTHLY Wellness Screenings to Community

Horn Memorial Hospital is pleased to announce a new service to the community.  The Laboratory Department of the hospital is changing things up by offering a new MONTHLY Wellness Screening to be held the FIRST TUESDAY of each month. 

“I know how hectic schedules can get. By providing a wellness screening monthly rather than just once a year during Hospital Week, we hope to meet the needs of more of our patients and ultimately promote health and wellness throughout the community,” comments Liz Anderson, Laboratory Director.

The screening will include numerous blood tests including a complete blood count, blood sugar, kidney function, liver function, thyroid function, cholesterol, electrolytes, and PSA.  Patients can choose any one or all of the tests available.  This service is not billed to insurance, so patients will need to pay at the time of service.  A 12-hour fast is required and the screenings are conveniently done by appointment only, so patients can request a time that works within their busy schedule.  Although a doctor’s order IS NOT needed, all results will be shared with both the patient and his/her healthcare provider.  Schedule your appointment today for the first Wellness Screening date set for Tuesday, November 6^th by calling Liz Anderson at 712.364.7255 or 712.364.3311.

HMH Re-certified as a Community (Level IV) Trauma Care Facility

            Traumatic injury is the leading cause of death for persons in Iowa from 1 to 44 years of age and is often the most common cause of hospitalization.  The cost of injuries is staggering, costing billions of dollars in health-care and social support services.  An estimated 30,000 Iowans are rushed each year to hospitals for emergency evaluation and treatment due to injury.  This costs Iowans in increased medical expense and lost time in work and wages.

            The 1995 state legislative session established the Iowa Trauma Care System Development Act.  It designated the Iowa Department of Public Health through its Bureau of Emergency Medical Services as the lead agency for trauma care system development and implementation.  Iowa's trauma system went "on-line" January 1, 2001. 

            The goal of Iowa's trauma system is to match the injured patient's needs to existing resources so optimal and cost-effective care is achieved.  A systems approach to trauma care involves the collaboration of health-care providers across the continuum of care extending from prevention, to acute care, through rehabilitation.  This system approach will reduce costs, disability, and death associated with traumatic injury.  All hospitals, transporting ambulance service programs, and rehabilitation centers are participating in Iowa's trauma system, which makes it an all-inclusive system.

             Horn Memorial Hospital has successfully completed the categorization and re-verification process to be re-certified as a Community (Level IV) Trauma Care Facility.  Hospitals must re-apply every three years to participate in Iowa's trauma system, and based on availability of resources, they are classified into four areas including:

Resource Trauma Care Facilities - Primarily located in urban areas with resources to provide all definitive surgical and critical care for trauma patients.  Resource trauma care facilities also have extensive research capabilities.

Regional Trauma Care Facilities - Primarily located in urban areas with resources to provide surgical and critical care for trauma patients.  Regional trauma care facilities may transfer patients to resource trauma care facilities for specialized care such as burns.

Area Trauma Care Facilities - May be located in rural or urban areas and have the resources to provide initial stabilization for all trauma patients and may provide surgical and/or critical care for trauma patients when appropriate.  If specialty surgical intervention is necessary or if specialized care is needed, patients may be transferred to a resource or regional trauma care facility.

Community Trauma Care Facilities - Most often located in rural areas and have the resources to provide initial stabilization for all trauma patients while preparing the patient for transfer when appropriate.  If surgical and/or critical care intervention is necessary the patient may be transferred to an area, regional, or resource trauma care facility.  Some community trauma care facilities have surgical capabilities.

  

            Iowa's trauma system is designed to assure that all people throughout the state have access to an organized delivery system for trauma care and that critically injured patients are rapidly stabilized and provided with the appropriate resources necessary to care for their injuries. Iowa's trauma care system is an "all-inclusive" system involving out-of-hospital emergency medical services (EMS) providers and hospital medical providers throughout the state.  The system also assists ambulance service programs in determining appropriate trauma care facility destination based upon the patient's condition and travel time.

            Leading the Horn Memorial Hospital categorization and re-verification process was Jill Webb, BSN, RN, TNCC-I, Trauma Nurse Coordinator.

Horn Memorial Foundation Plans for the 13th Annual Fall Festival

The

Horn Memorial Hospital Foundation is planning its 13th annual Fall Festival set for Friday, November 2th at the Ida Grove Skate Palace. This festive evening will include cocktails, dinner, auctions, and entertainment!

The Foundation Board has recently set a new goal to raise the $156,000 needed to replace the laboratory’s Chemistry Analyzer. This instrument performs the majority of the lab tests ordered from Horn Memorial Hospital, Horn Physicians Clinics, several outpatient clinic providers, and many area nursing homes. In short, this instrument helps the hospital service MANY community members. With the new Chemistry Analyzer, patients will benefit from faster turnaround times, which means less waiting for our patients, and less blood work sent to a reference lab.

Sarah Harm, Public Relations Director comments, “Horn Memorial strives to provide a large variety of services right here in our local community. The new Chemistry Analyzer is just another way for us to allow patients the opportunity to receive medical services without driving out of town. The annual Foundation Festival is a community-supported tradition that we hope to continue for many years to come. We have another great evening planned with dinner and entertainment that all ages are sure to enjoy.”

This year’s theme, “Doo Wop, Lab Hop”, will reflect the atmosphere for the evening’s entertainment, Richie Lee and the Fabulous 50’s. Karen Salmon, Board Trustee and former Foundation Member, suggested this group to the Foundation after seeing them perform last year. Karen comments, “They were fantastic, and I knew that they would be the perfect entertainment option for the hospital’s event. Anyone who enjoys good music will appreciate this young man.”

Attendees are encouraged to arrive between 5:30 and 6:00 in order to view all of the elaborate table decorations and auction items. Dinner will be served at 6:15 p.m. followed by the live auction and performance. Tickets for this year’s Festival are pre-sale only and on sale now at Horn Memorial Hospital, Horn Physicians Clinics, Spirits Stogies and Stuff, or from any of the following Foundation Board members: Shari Blake, Kathy Edsen, Deb Einspahr, Amy Godbersen, Gayle Harrison, Diane Patera, Cyndi Rock-Raasch, Lynn Segerstrom, Dale Ullrich and Kathy Wilke. The Foundation looks forward to seeing many community members at this event.

HMH Staff Participate in the "Healthiest State Wa1k"

The HMH Wellness Committee took the initiative to organize and motivate staff to participate in this year’s “Healthiest State Wa1k” on Wednesday, October 3^rd.  Over 60 employees took their break and made the trek from the HMH parking lot to the Ida Grove Swimming Pool and back, each logging 1 mile “for the health of it”!  This was also a great kick off to the hospital’s revived employee wellness program that began on October 1^st. 

Jean Cipperley Achieves Renewal of Certified Diabetes Educator Status

The National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators (NCBDE) announced that Jean Cipperley, RN-BC, CDE, BSN, Health Promotions Director at Horn Memorial Hospital, had renewed the Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) status by successfully completing the continuing education renewal option process.  Candidates must meet rigorous requirements to be eligible for certification.  Achieving the CDE credential demonstrates to people with diabetes and employers that the healthcare professional possesses distinct and specialized knowledge, thereby promoting quality of care for people with diabetes. Currently, there are over 17,400 diabetes educators who hold NCBDE certification.

Jean Cipperley has held the Diabetes Educator Certification since 2002.  She utilizes her knowledge and skills by offering one-on-one and group teaching through the Health Promotions Department as well as facilitating a diabetes support group at Horn Memorial. Jean commented, “People with diabetes, whether they are newly diagnosed or had diabetes for years, benefit from the education.”

Educational Opportunity to Learn About Abusable Drugs

Join us for a presentation by Linda Kalin of the Poison Control Center. TOMORROW from 1:30-3:30 p.m. and repeated from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Ida Grove.

Learn the latest news about designer drugs with nicknames like “K2” and “bath salts” being manufactured, imported and used by today’s youth. Linda is gearing this program toward adults. Feel free to bring family, friends, or neighbors to this informative program.

There are free CEUs for nurses and EMTs.

Golf 4 The Girls Donates $5,000 to Women's Health Suite



Golf 4 the Girls Planning Committee:  Carol Bresnahan, Brandi Sharkey, Kim Clausen, Tammie Dausel, and Wendy Cadwell



Thank you to the Golf 4 the Girls committee, sponsors, and golfers for organizing and participating in this golf outing fundraiser.  This event raised an astounding $5,000 in just one day!  Horn Memorial Hospital is honored to receive this donation that will go towards defraying the cost of the Women’s Health Suite room remodel.

Prairie Pedlar Donates to the HMH Defibrillator Project



Darnell Dennehey, Pam Wessel, Jean Cipperley, Kathy Henrich and Ashley Hoppee

 The Prairie Pedlar of Odebolt donated $445.42 to the HMH Defibrillator Project.  The donation comes from the proceeds of their "Give and Grow" program.  The Prairie Pedlar donated 10% of every purchase from customers that presented a Horn Memorial Give and Grow coupon .  This is the second year HMH has participated in the program.  Thanks to all of the community members who supported this project and to the Prairie Pedlar for offering such a great community program.

Horn Physicians Clinic-Ida Grove Receives $11,240 from the Jillian Grace Duck Race

Michell Weber, Malia, Adam, Brylie, Jodi and Ellie Lansink, and Dr. Al Veltri

The Jillian Grace Duck Race raised an astounding $11,240 this year! All of the hard work and commitment from Adam and Jodi Lansink along with their family and friends contributed to this year’s success.  With the guidance of the Lansink family, it has been decided that the 2012 funds will go towards a room remodel at Horn Physicians Clinic. “We are renovating one of our current rooms into a pediatric room.  The set up and design will be geared towards our younger patients to provide a more kid-friendly environment,” comments Michelle Weber, HPC Clinic Director.  An Open House will be scheduled later this year for the community.

Horn Promotes Patient Safety through the “Ask Me 3” Program



Look for these cards in your
Provider's Office or Patient Room

Horn Memorial Hospital and Horn Physicians Clinic are actively practicing and promoting the education program “Ask Me 3™” to improve the safety of patients.  Ask Me 3™ is a patient education program designed to promote communication between health care providers and patients in order to improve health outcomes. The program encourages patients to understand the answers to three questions:

1. What is my main problem?
2. What do I need to do?
3. Why is it important for me to do this?

“We are encouraging patients to ask their providers these three simple but essential questions in every health care interaction. Likewise, providers should always encourage their patients to understand the answers to these three questions,” comments Heather Gann, Quality Services Director.  “Studies show that people who understand health instructions make fewer mistakes when they take their medicine or prepare for a medical procedure. They may also get well sooner or be able to better manage a chronic health condition,” states Gann.



Take an active role in your health. 

Ask questions, you won’t regret it.

Patients Rank Iowa Hospitals First in National Survey

U.S. Government Asks about Hospital Environment, Communication

DES MOINES – Patients responding to a U.S. government survey have made Iowa hospitals first in the nation. 

The Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) Survey, administered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, is the first national, standardized, publicly reported survey of patients’ perspectives of hospital care.

A state-by-state summary of the latest HCAHPS results shows Iowa tied for first with two other states for overall hospital rating.  Nearly three out four patients gave Iowa hospitals the highest possible rating (either a “9” or “10” on a 10-point scale).  Kansas and Nebraska hospitals received the same overall score.

In addition to giving an overall rating, surveyed patients also responded to nine other aspects of their hospital experience, including communication with physicians and nurses, responsiveness of the hospital staff, cleanliness, quietness, pain management, communication about medicine and discharge information.  In nine out of these 10 ratings, Iowa’s score was no lower than fifth-highest (Iowa ranked eighth for hospital quietness).

“The HCAHPS results show that it is a priority at Iowa hospitals to make every patient comfortable and well informed about their care,” said Kirk Norris, president and CEO of the Iowa Hospital Association.  “A positive, supportive environment for patients is vital to the high-quality care that is found throughout Iowa hospitals.”

Hospitals that are paid by Medicare under the Inpatient Prospective Payment System (IPPS) are required to participate in the HCAHPS survey.  Critical Access Hospitals (CAHs), which are small facilities and not part of IPPS, have the option of participating.  Of Iowa’s 118 hospitals, 72 participate in HCAHPS and several of those are among the state’s 82 CAHs.

The most current HCAHPS Survey is based on patients discharged between July 2010 and June 2011.  The first public reporting of HCAHPS results in March 2008 included 2,521 hospitals and 1.1 million completed surveys; the spring 2012 public reporting entailed 3,851 hospitals and 2.8 million completed surveys.

HCAHPS data is used on the federal Hospital Compare website (http://www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov/), where consumers can see information about hospital quality and compare results for individual hospitals.

The Iowa Hospital Association is a voluntary membership organization representing hospital and health system interests to business, government and consumer audiences.  All of Iowa’s 118 community hospitals are IHA members.

HMH Auxiliary Volunteers Honored at Luncheon



The HMH Auxiliary honored their volunteers at a salad lunch held on May 1^st in the HMH Conference Center.  The luncheon was given as small token of appreciation to the volunteers who give endless hours supporting Horn Memorial Hospital in various ways.  The following Auxiliary volunteers received recognition pins for hours served.  700-hour honoree:  JoAnn Heath.  600-hour honorees:  Lavonne Murray and Mildred Fleenor.  500-hour honorees:  Marjorie Lantz, Janet Mahood, and Ramona Schubert.  400-hour honoree:  Marilyn Skaren.  300-hour honorees:  Twyla Martin and Millie Schuett.  250-hour honorees:  Virginia Wellendorf and Carol Mohrhauser.  200-hour honorees:  Kathy Wilke, Cecile Bargar, Joan Petersen, and Kathleen Lichtenberg.  150-hour honorees:  Alice Hanson, Marge Hauschildt, Wanda Kauffman, Dixie Lansink, Ardyce Wolterman, and Melissa Augsburger.  100-hour honoree:  Donna Forbes. 

Back Row: Bev Jessen, Judy Blanco, Cecile Bargar, Carol Grayson, Dixie Lansink, Carol Mohrhauser, Kim Miller, Marlene Zobel, and Roberta Freese.  Middle Row:  Susan Miller, Joanne Farley, Judy Lansink, LaVonne Murray, Donna Forbes, Virginia Wellendorf, Joan Petersen, Wanda Kauffman, Leilla Lansink, Velma Smith, and Betty Hanson.  Front Row:  Melissa Augsburger, Jane O’Tool, Mildred Fleenor, Millie Schuett, Alice Hanson, Marilyn Skaren, and Marge Lantz.

 



Horn Foundation's 2nd Annual Golf Outing Raises $28,000

The Horn Memorial Hospital Foundation raised $28,000 at their second annual Golf Outing held Friday, May 4^th at the Ida Grove Golf and Country Club.  With 95 sponsors and 17 teams of golfers, Dale Ullrich, Chairman of the Foundation Board, deemed this annual event a great success!   

Funds raised through this golf outing have been designated towards Women’s Health, and more specifically will be used to finalize the last few details of the Digital Mammography project.  The Foundation has successfully set and reached their goal of providing digital mammography at Horn Memorial Hospital with digital mammography services beginning mid-June.

2012 Foundation Board Members include;  Dale Ullrich, Chairman; Kathy Edsen, Vice-Chairman; Barbara Votrobeck, Secretary; Cyndi Rock-Raasch, Treasurer, and members at large include Deb Einspahr, Peter Goldsmith, Karen Salmon, and Bonnie Teut.

For event photos visit: http://www.facebook.com/hornmemorialhospital

Horn Hospice Recognizes Volunteers

Present in photo from left:  Mike Andrews, Sharon Uhl, and Floyd Wilcke.

Horn Hospice recognized their volunteers at an appreciation dinner hosted by Hospice staff on Tuesday, April 10^th.  Horn Hospice currently has 16 active volunteers who give their heart and soul to the program.  With the help of these generous volunteers Horn Hospice is able to provide compassionate end of life care.  These 16 volunteers donated 461.25 hours of their time and traveled 1,931 total miles throughout the year to visit patients.  At the appreciation dinner, three volunteers were specially recognized for their commitment to Hospice.  Floyd Wilcke recorded 67.25 volunteer hours, Sharon Uhl volunteered 65 hours, and Mike Andrews volunteered 59.50.  “It takes all of these dedicated individuals to make our program a success, and we are very grateful for each of our volunteers.” commented Zanet Thies, Hospice Volunteer Coordinator. 

Active Hospice volunteers include:  Mike Andrews, Anne Beery, Karen Burnett, Betty Davison, Donna Forbes, JoDee Hewitt, Karen Lansink, Vicki Laugavitz, Cynthia Lindskoog, Cindy Mildenstein, Sue Schultz, Pam Shever, Jane Snyder, Sharon Uhl, Floyd Wilcke, and Florence Wunschel.

Holst Family Presents Donation



Present in photo:  Jim Holst, Stephanie Jacobson and Bob Holst



Jim and Bob Holst presented a donation to Stephanie Jacobson, Dietary Director at Horn Memorial Hospital, in memory of their mother, Sarah Holst.

Sarah was an employee of Horn Memorial Hospital and worked in the Dietary Department for many years. 

The Holst’s donation will be used to purchase new pots and pans for the Dietary Department.

Horn Promotes SERVICE EXCELLENCE



Present from left: Megan Schilling, Jean Whiteing
Linda Ausborn, Crystal Endrulat, and Tina Wellendorf



At Horn Memorial Hospital Service Excellence is about going beyond the basics of your job description to better serve patients and staff.  It isn’t just about your job, but about your attitude and how you represent the hospital and your community. The Service Excellence Committee provides opportunities for staff to do just that.

As a spring project, Service Excellence challenged staff to give back to the community by hosting a hospital-wide food drive for Mid Sioux. The committee set a goal of 200 items and was pleased with the outpouring of support having surpassed this goal by more than 50 items! In addition, a “Pay it Forward” program among staff has also been implemented. Through “Pay it Forward”, staff is encouraged to perform random acts of kindness and try to make someone else’s day a little brighter by doing something unexpected.

“’Pay it Forward’ gives people the opportunity to make someone else’s day brighter. Random acts of kindness don’t have to be extravagant or time-consuming, but can be something small or thoughtful. We hope that this will catch on among staff members and possibly even spread into the community.” said Megan Schilling, leader of the Service Excellence Committee.

The Service Excellence Committee also participates in a bi-annual Adopt-a-Highway Roadside Cleanup as a way to give back to the community. Horn’s goal through Service Excellence is to make an impact one small measure at a time.

“We are always trying to implement more ways for staff to work as a team and serve patients and our community beyond what is expected of them. We hope to use our efforts this spring as a starting point for future projects.” comments Megan Schilling.

HMH Receives ICCBF Grant Funds



Present in photo from left:  Jo Rettinghaus, Peg Cronin, and Crystal Endrulat



Horn Memorial Hospital and the Radiology Department accepted a $10,000 check from the Ida County Community Betterment Foundation from a grant received in 2011.  Funds from this grant were designated for the purchase of a digital mammography unit.  The Siemens “MAMMOMAT Inspiration” has been ordered and digital mammography services should be in place by early spring/late summer.

Thank you to the community and the Ida County Betterment Foundation for making digital mammography at Horn Memorial a reality!

HMH Auxiliary Scholarships 2012

Congatulations to Heather Gann, Gedget Bauer, & Jenni Sohm on each
receiving a $500 HMH Auxiliary scholarship to continue their education!

Emergency Preparedness



Present in photo from left:  Kay Bloyer, ER Tech; Jesse Quail, ER Tech; and Jill Webb, RN, BSN, Outpatient Director



The HMH Emergency Department prepares ten “to go totes” filled with medical supplies as part of the hospital’s emergency preparedness initiative.  These totes will be placed in various departments throughout the hospital to be quickly accessed for transport to and use at an emergency location on or off the hospital campus.  Supplies for the totes were purchase with hospital preparedness grant funds.

Digital Mammography at HMH Moves Forward!

As a result of community fundraising efforts, Horn Memorial is pleased to announce that the HMH Board of Directors approved the purchase of a Digital Mammography Unit at the March 26^th Board Meeting.  After reviewing the pros and cons of three different units, Horn chose to go with the Siemens “MAMMOMAT Inspiration”.   “We were very pleased with the features and pricing of the MAMMOMAT Inspiration and anticipate a smooth transition.  I know that the community is anxious to receive digital mammography services at Horn and if all goes as planned, this should be a reality by late spring/early summer,” comments Marc Augsburger, President and CEO.

Happy Doctors' Day!

HPC and HMH Donate Back to OA-BCIG

Marc Augsburger, Horn Memorial Hospital President and CEO, presented a check for $390 to Dani Trimble, OA-BCIG Superintendent, for funds received from the 2011 sports physicals performed at Horn Physicians Clinic-Ida Grove and Odebolt. Horn Memorial Hospital and Horn Physicians Clinic donated back $10 from each sports physical performed this past fall.

Horn Memorial Hospital Recognizes Judy Andresen