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The health system announced the advanced certifications of two of its administrators. James Cooney, NHA, vice president of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Facilities, and Travis Davis, MHA, NHA, administrator of Allied Services Transitional Rehab in Scranton, earned the title of Health Services Executives Qualified COONEY Administrators as recognized by the National Association of Long Term Care Board Administrators. NAB is the nation’s leading authority on licensing, credentialing and regulating administrators of organizations along the continuum of long-term care. Cooney joined in 2014, when he led the opening of the new 55-bed Transitional Rehab Unit located in the Allied Services Rehab Hospital, Scranton. Cooney, a graduate of the University of Scranton, is a Pennsylvania Licensed Nursing Home Administrator with more than 19 years of professional experience in health care. Davis joined in 2014. He earned his master’s degree in health administration from the University of Scranton, and brings with him a strong background in marketing, business management and health care referral source collaboration. The health system recDAVIS ognized four recipients of the Charles Luger Memorial Award, which recognizes an employee or employees for their outstanding commitment and dedication to Allied Services and their embodiment of the organization’s ideals and mission. Jeff Snyder of South Abington Twp., director of operations, Burnley Employment and Rehabilitation Center, began his career at Allied in 2005. He previously worked as a program manager in the Developmental Services Division, assisting residents with disabilities. He enjoys his role working with community partners to create new opporSNYDER tunities for employment and vocational advancement. Margy Fiscus of Scranton, director of vocational services, joined Allied in 1982 as a direct care worker in the Developmental Services Division. Over three decades, Fiscus has become known for her depth of experience and commitment to assisting individuals with disFISCUS abilities. In her current position, she oversees the Community Employment Program, the William Warren Work Services Facility and the Adult Day Program. She has been instrumental in developing therapeutic and recreational programs for individuals served by the Adult Day Program. Bob Ames of Peckville, vice president, community services, has demonstrated a commitment to serving individuals with disabilities during his almost 30-year
career at Allied. He began as director of accounting before being promoted to executive director of vocational services. Today, he oversees staff and programs that deliver a variety of vital services across Northeast and Central Pennsylvania, including the Behavioral Health Division, Developmental AMES Services Division, Vocational Division and Waiver Coordination Services. Lori Ashman Williams, PT, MS, IMT, CLT, of Jefferson Twp., clinic director, Allied Services Dickson City Rehab Center, worked as an occupational therapist for nine years at Allied Services and also in the Pittsburgh area. AshmanWILLIAMS Williams has been part of the Allied family for more than three decades, helping countless patients to maximize their abilities and improve their quality of life. Jeff Snyder, BS, was announced as executive director of Burnley Employment and Rehabilitation Center and Waiver Coordination. He began his career at Allied Services in 2005 and for many years worked as a program manager in the Developmental Services Division. At Burnley in Stroudsburg, Snyder ensures individuals with disabilities are given specialized training and supervision and learn key work-related skills. Within the Waiver Coordination program, he oversees staff that assist consumers with access to home and community supports and services, which are tailored to their individual and varied needs. Snyder resides in South Abington Twp. Travis Davis, MHA, NHA, was announced as assistant vice president of the Transitional Rehabilitation Unit in Scranton. Davis, who joined Allied Services in 2014, earned his master’s degree in health administration from the University of Scranton, and also holds a Health Services Executive qualification. Davis brings with him a strong background in marketing, business management and health care referral source collaboration. He has been instrumental in several areas of the health system, most recently serving as administrator of the Transitional Unit. Travis lives in Waverly Twp. Joe Brudzinski was announced as network analyst. Within the Information Systems Department, the network analyst ensures network connectivity and analyzes network activity throughout the system to reduce downtime. Brudzinski joined Allied Services in 2016 BRUDZINSKI as an operations analyst. He brings more than 17 years of experience in information technology to his role at Allied Services. He resides in Scranton. Matt Lewis, BS, was announced as the manager of Technology Services. In his new role, Lewis will continue managing all mobile devices, LEWIS applications and telecom-
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munication throughout the organization with the addition of developing and maintaining all new technology services. Lewis joined Allied Services in 2013 as a student intern while earning his Bachelor of Science in information technology from Keystone College. He resides in Clifford Twp. BOLCAVAGE Christina Bolcavage, BS, was announced as systems analyst IV. In this role, Bolcavage will provide technical guidance and leadership to system development staff and oversee department projects. She will also be responsible for completing system analysis, verifying program changes, complete testing and implementation of existing and new systems. Bolcavage earned her Bachelor of Science in management information systems from Misericordia University and has been with Allied Services for more than 11 years. She resides in Clifford Twp. April James, RN, BSN, was announced as director of nursing and professional services for the health system’s Home Health division. April earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from Wilkes University and will earn her master’s in nursing in February. She has been a member of the Home JAMES Health team for 10 years, most recently serving as a clinical care team supervisor. She resides in Kingston. Lisa Mortimer, PT, DPT, COS-C, was announced as manager of rehabilitative services for the health system’s Home Health division. She earned her master’s degree in physical therapy from Misericordia University and her doctorate in physical therapy from Utica College. She has been a physical therapist at Allied Services since 2009, serving in both outpatient and MORTIMER inpatient settings. Mortimer resides in Bear Creek Twp. Melissa Palermo, LPN, was announced as unit coordinator at the Allied Services Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Scranton. Palermo’s journey with the Skilled Nursing Center began in 2003, when she was hired as a certified nurse’s aide. Through the use of Allied Services’ weekPALERMO ender program, she became a licensed practical nurse almost three years later. She is currently enrolled at Excelsior College and is expected to graduate in the coming weeks as a registered nurse. Palermo resides in Old Forge. Melissa Pedriani, BSW, was announced as assistant director of social services. She attended Millersville University and PEDRIANI
earned a bachelor’s degree in social work and psychology. While she has been an employee of Allied Services Skilled Nursing Center for five years, she brings more than 10 years of experience working in a skilled nursing setting. Prior to joining the Allied family, she spent four years as a director of social services and three years as a social worker specializing in dementia care. She resides in Jermyn. Laura Marion, RN, BSN was announced as assistant vice president of Allied Services Hospice and Palliative Care. In her three years with Allied Services, she has been responsible for the research, development and rollout of the health system’s Palliative Care program and oversaw MARION the development, credentialing and opening of Allied Services Hospice Center. She earned her Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Scranton. She lives in Clarks Summit. Suzanne Corby, RN, BSN, was announced as clinical director of Allied Services In-Home Hospice Care. Suzanne has more than 14 years’ experience in nursing, with more than nine years dedicated to hospice nursing. She graduated from Misericordia University with a Bachelor of Science in nursing and also CORBY holds a Bachelor of Science in dietetics and nutrition. In addition to hospice nursing, she has served patients in acute care, long-term care and skilled nursing care settings. Corby lives in Tunkhannock. Kelly Langan, RN, BSN, CHPN, was announced as clinical director of Allied Services Hospice Center. She coordinates care for patients that transfer to the center from the in-home hospice care team and also new admissions. She manages the staff at the Hospice Center to ensure the best quality of care for patients and their families. She graduated from Misericordia University with a Bachelor of Science in nursing and has more than 23 years’ experience as a hospice nurse. Langan lives in Scranton. Joyce Wizda, LSW, MSW, LANGAN was announced as social worker and bereavement coordinator for the Hospice program. Wizda holds a Master of Social Work from Marywood University. In her role, she will provide support to current patients and families. She also provides bereavement support to family members for up to a year after a loss. She brings WIZDA more than 35 years of hospice experience to her role at Allied Services. Prior to joining Allied Services, Wizda was a social worker for Hospice St. John. She lives in Peckville. Please see Personnel, Page 23