CHRONICLE
August 2014
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Employee Wellness Summer Program Kickoff On July 9th, RUMC hosted a kickoff event for a summer employee wellness program. The initiative was developed in partnership with the Office of the Borough President. A calendar for July activities was shared with all employees, and August is available on the intranet as well as in Human Resources. Throughout the months of July and August, all wellness programs offered on the calendar are free. At the end of August, the wellness committee will meet to analyze the programming and will launch employee wellness activities for the remainder of the calendar year. Leading the committee are Pat Caldari, Vice President of Human Resources, and Dr. Phil Otterbeck, Chief of the Division of Endocrinology at RUMC. Local farmers set up a market in the cafeteria where they sold fresh produce to employees. Healthy cooking demonstrations were also part of the kickoff event and will continue through the calendar of events.
All are welcome to attend the classes and workshops. If you are interested in becoming part of the wellness committee, please email info@rumcsi.org for more information.
Susan G. Komen Greater NYC Awards Grant to RUMC Greater NYC Affiliate of Susan G. Komen® has awarded a $74,250 grant to Richmond University Medical Center for Collapsing Barriers to Breast Health, a Breast Health Patient Navigator program for the fifth year. The grant will support the Collapsing Barriers to Breast Health program, an initiative to provide education, guidance and services to the uninsured and underserved. The program will involve identifying barriers to care, including financial, language and cultural obstacles, lack of information, psychosocial distress, as well as services to overcome the obstacles and facilitate breast cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship as indicated. Funding allows for mental health counseling, wigs, and other head coverings, prosthesis, transportation assistance, and meal vouchers. “The employees and community members of Richmond University Medical Center are grateful to receive this grant once again. The hospital has been able to expand its cancer services available to the community through the continued support of this grant funding. We thank Komen Greater NYC and look forward to working together in the future to help our community fight the battle against breast cancer,” shares RUMC President & CEO Dan Messina, Ph.D., FACHE, LNHA. Susan G. Komen is the world’s largest breast cancer organization, and Komen Greater NYC is number one of 120 Affiliates on the front lines dedicated to ending breast cancer in their communities. Komen Affiliates fund innovative programs that help women and men overcome the cultural, social, educational, and financial barriers to breast cancer screening and treatment. “At Komen Greater NYC, we conducted a needs assessment of our community and discovered Staten Island has a higher than average breast cancer incidence rate than the overall rate for New York and nationally, and that Richmond University Medical Center provides for the healthcare needs of Staten Island’s most indigent and marginalized residents,” said Anita McFarlane, MPH, Komen Greater NYC Director of Grants & Public Policy. “We are confident that through the Collapsing Barriers to Breast Health program, the underserved minority women in our community will be able to overcome barriers to improve screening and breast health care.”
A PUBLICATION FOR EMPLOYEES, PHYSICIANS, TRUSTEES, AND VOLUNTEERS OF RICHMOND UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER
President’s Update
Message from the President & CEO Daniel J. Messina, Ph.D., FACHE, LNHA In July, the hospital embarked on a new initiative to promote health & wellness among our staff. We kicked off the summer calendar of free events with Borough President Jim Oddo, and offered staff information on ways to get healthy, including a chance to connect with some of our local partners: JCC, YMCA, Crunch Fitness, Weight Watchers, and others. The free events will continue through August and I encourage you to participate and share feedback. We have made great advancements in our research at the hospital. Congratulations to our medical staff, recognized further on in this edition, who won awards at the Continuing Medical Education Committee of the Academy of Medicine of Richmond County’s 2014 Resident Research Competition. In our Quality and Patient Satisfaction section of this month’s Chronicle, you will find we have made solid strides in our HCAHPS scores. My personal thanks to each and every one of you on these nice improvements in the second quarter. This is a vital component to our success and part of our outcomes-based reimbursement. During July, the hospital participated in many community events and activities, and we look forward to sharing a calendar of upcoming events with all staff and volunteers as our community outreach continues to expand. Lastly, as parents prepare for the “back to school” season, the hospital is collecting school supplies for our children in the clinic to ensure they have everything they need to start a successful school year. If you are interested in donating, please contact the Development office at x2100. Remember the power of one, you make a difference! Wishing you a healthy and restful summer season,
Daniel J. Messina, Ph.D., FACHE, LNHA
Walking around the hospital, you may notice a piece of paper or wrapper on the floor. Do you pick it up? Do you notice it? Sometimes we get so busy that we don’t even notice something small, but people visiting the hospital do. As part of the team, we ask that you take that extra step to ensure we stay neat and presentable. It’s an easy way that you can help improve patient satisfaction! If you pass by a hallway or elevator that is in need of cleaning, please take a moment and dial extension 4365. The housekeeping staff will be notified and can attend to the area quickly.
Welcome New Residents Adedeji Adebayo Aderonke Ramos Adesanmi Ojo Agegndia Fuoching Allen Wolfe Amrit Adhikari BK Angela Grigos Ankara Dwal Arkady Ganelin Bharat Puchakayala Catherine Abied Clarisse Cadang Denise Fernandes Dona Poulose Helen Kay Hla Moe Iris Jo Josephine Urbina Katherine Williamson Kenneth Asogwa Laura Nunez-Herrero Le Yu Khine Leila Montaser Leonardo Moqattash Ludmila Aramian Luis Beverido Marija Tusheva Marjilla Seddiq Mubeena Abdulkarim Ohm Ma Pushpjeet Kanwar Rafine MorenoJackson Sagheer Ahmed Shruthi Arora Simon Fawzy Sina Milani Usman Sheikh Vahid Tavakoli Valerie Leach Wai Zaw Xiaoting Wang Yaron Markfeld Yevgeniya Dudko
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Chronicle August 2014
Teen Leadership Program This summer, Richmond University Medical Center welcomed 40 teens as part of the hospital’s Teen Leadership Program. The seven week program is sponsored by the Nursing Education Department, under the direction of Michele McMurray and Colleen Ford. Each day, the volunteers participate in educational sessions, held throughout the hospital, paired with hands-on volunteer experiences. This year the program is focusing their studies in Emergency Medical Services, the Operating Room, Bio Med, Pharmacy, OB/GYN, Physical Therapy, and Nursing.
Volunteer Star of the Month Amanda LoMonaco Amanda has been an intern in the hospital’s Development Department since November 2014. She is currently entering her senior year at Wagner College where she is a Business Administration major concentrating in Marketing. “It has been an amazing learning experience working with the professionals in the Development team. Richmond University Medical Center has allowed me to grow and apply my classroom learning with the work force. It is gratifying to work on projects within the hospital… I have gained knowledge and experience pertaining to special events, marketing and advertising,” shares Amanda.
Do you know a great volunteer? Nominate them to be our Volunteer of the Month email info@rumcsi.org or call 718-818-2100.
Richmond University Medical Center Board of Trustees Spotlight The Honorable James P. Molinaro James Molinaro served Staten Island as Borough President from 2001 through the end of 2013. His political career began when he joined the New York State Conservative Party in 1964. Mr. Molinaro rose quickly within the ranks of the state’s Conservative Party, winning the election in 1974 as Chairman of Richmond County, and subsequently as Vice Chair of the state party. In 1989, he was elected Executive Vice Chair of the New York State Conservative Party. Before becoming Borough President, Mr. Molinaro served for 12 years as Deputy Borough President to former Borough President Guy V. Molinari (1990-2001). Mr. Molinaro also served as Chief of Staff to Congressman Guy V. Molinari, representing New York’s 14th Congressional District. In addition to work, Mr. Molinaro, a Fort Wadsworth resident, has dedicated himself to health care-related charitable works in memory of his late wife. In 1991, a new dialysis unit at Bayley Seton Hospital was dedicated in memory of Carol E. Molinaro. Mr. Molinaro was the first Chairman of the Board of St. Elizabeth Ann’s Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, and in 2000, St. Elizabeth Ann’s opened the James P. and Carol E. Molinaro Health Care and Rehabilitation Center Atrium.
Quality & Patient Care
HCAHPS Scores
Patient Satisfaction:
The Cause and Effect Flow to HCAHPS
A Letter of Thanks
Press Ganey RUMC Peer Group 14
January- AprilMarch June 2014
2014
Scores Increased
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Rate Hospital 1-10
44
50.6
Recommend the hospital
47
51
COMM W/ NURSES Nurses treat with courtesy/ respect
71
73.2
79
80.3
Nurses listen carefully to you Nurses explain in way you understand
65
70.2
69
69.1
RESPONSE OF HOSP STAFF Call button help soon as wanted it Help toileting soon as you wanted
53
61.1
55
59.2
51
62.9
COMM W/ DOCTORS Doctors treat with courtesy/ respect
75
76.1
74
81.8
Doctors listen carefully to you Doctors explain in way you understand
71
73.6
71
73
HOSPITAL ENVIRONMENT Cleanliness of hospital environment Quietness of hospital environment
51
53.7
56
60.2
45
47.1
PAIN MANAGEMENT
66
67.2
Pain well controlled Staff do everything to help with pain
60
65.7
71
68.6
COMM ABOUT MEDICINES Tell you what medicine was for Staff describe medicine side effect
57
60.9
73
73
41
45.3
DISCHARGE INFORMATION
77
74.8
A community member recently wrote a letter of gratitude, sharing their appreciation of our employees. We acknowledge the staff who assisted the patient, and thank everyone for going above & beyond with patient care! Please see the letter below:
To Whom It May Concern, A week ago today, I gave birth to my third girl! All three of my girls were born at this hospital. Although things have definitely changed in 9 years, I could not have been more pleased with the professional staff that assisted in my delivery and care. From the moment I entered the emergency room I was greeted with personnel that assisted diligently to my needs. After being screened in the maternity triage I was off to labor/delivery room. My OB/GYN, Dr. Michael Campanella, was fantastic. From his wake-up call at 2:00am to the birth at 12:00pm, Dr. Campanella was an active listener— attentive and caring. In addition to this doctor, I could not have done it without my nurse, Deana Rice in Labor & Delivery. Both professionals were supportive and kind. They treated me with such compassion. This time around, I was lucky to request and be granted a private room. In maternity, I had the privilege of meeting Nicole Barone and Debbie Dawson. The two would be my child’s and my primary care nurses during our stay. They were excellent! I was a bit concerned of this new initiative of having my newborn with me all of the time. But Nicole and Debbie made me feel comfortable that they would be there for me. They helped me through the first two days of the postpartum and I felt confident that I was on a good road to recovery. Catherine Mooney, nurse manager, came to meet me before I was discharged. I commended her on her staff. It takes a good manager to motivate and cultivate a great team. It was a fabulous stay and experience. This was such an important and exciting time in my life. And even though it was my third delivery I was treated like a queen with my little princess. Best Regards, Michelle
Human Resources
Dr. Mansoor Khan Named Chair of Emergency Medicine RUMC has named Mansoor Khan, MD, MHA, FAAEM, Chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at the Level I Trauma Center. Most recently, Dr. Khan was the Medical Director of Overlook Emergency Services-Union Campus. During his tenure at Overlook, the Union Campus achieved an average patient satisfaction score of 92%. Dr. Khan also served as the Emergency Department Associate Chairman at Christ Hospital in Jersey City for 4 years. Dr. Khan is a Fellow of the American Academy of Emergency Medicine and a member of the American College of Emergency Medicine and the American College of Physicians. Dr. Khan obtained his bachelor's degree at City College of New York's Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education and his medical degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine. Dr. Khan completed his combined emergency medicine/internal medicine residency at Long Island Jewish Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, where he was chief resident. He is board-certified in emergency medicine and internal medicine, and holds a master's degree in healthcare management from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. When asked about his new position, Dr. Khan said, “I’m excited to work with such a talented team at RUMC. Their energy to deliver the highest level of care to our community is refreshing. I am confident that the Medical Center and Emergency Department will continue to grow and flourish under Dr. Messina’s Leadership.”
The Joint Commission Joint Commission time is approaching soon and we need staff’s timely compliance with LICENSURE, CERTIFICATIONS (INCLUDING BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP) ANNUAL HEALTH ASSESSMENTS AND ANNUAL MANDATORIES. Please remember you are due for your annual health assessment during your birth month even if that is shortly after your hire date. Any questions, please contact Human Resources or Employee Health for the assessment.
Welcome July New Hires Arlene Eastman
Nursing Department
Cheriee Slobodsky
Clinical Services Dept.
Desheena Armstrong
Nursing Department
Gina Barbera
Behavioral Health Dept.
Gizzette Wallace
Behavioral Health Dept.
Henry Orjuela
Nursing Department
John Marquez
Facility Management
Kaitlyn Rosendorf
Nursing Department
Kerri Flagello
Finance Department
Lauren Pagnotta
Ambulatory Clinical Dept.
Lionel Hunte
Behavioral Health Dept.
Maureen Goff
Medical Clinical Dept.
Melissa Clarke
Clinical Services Dept.
Michael Meshreki
Radiology Department
Nick Nicoloff
Clinical Services Dept.
Nicole Gaglione
Radiology Department
Porfibert Crisantos
Pharmacy Department
Samantha Langhorne
Nursing Department
Shannon Carberry
Finance Department
Sofiya Dupliy
Nursing Department
Stephanie Lagana
Nursing Department
Tiffany Pacheco
Behavioral Health Dept.
Vanessa Diaz
Clinical Services Dept.
Human Resources News: Retirement Planning Exciting News About Retirement Planning:
Upcoming Wellness Activities for Staff
Each month H.R. is sponsoring , along with MetLife, retirement seminars. These seminars can help you with investing, planning, and general information on how to manage your 403B, annuity account, and other advice.
Weight Watchers: Wednesdays, August 6, 13, 20 & 27 in MLB Pilates: Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 12:30-1:15pm, Villa Conf. Rm. Intro to Chi Gong: Thursdays, August 7, 14, 21 & 28, 1:15-2pm, Villa Conf. Rm.
Their next session is scheduled for August 25, 2014 from 12:00pm-1:00pm in the MLB Conference Room.
For a full calendar, visit the intranet or pick up a hard copy in HR.
Be on the look out for more information!
In the Community
SI Rotary Foundation Funds Pediatric Infusion Chair Trustees of the Staten Island Rotary Foundation and the Board of Directors of the Rotary Club of Staten Island granted the hospital $1,500 to purchase a new pediatric infusion chair. The infusion chair will help our patients who spend a great deal of time receiving their chemotherapy or other infusion treatments. A reception was held on July 8th at the Staaten where the check was presented to Richmond University Medical Center along with the other grant funding recipients.
Hospital’s Medical Professionals Honored with Top Awards The Continuing Medical Education (CME) Committee of the Academy of Medicine of Richmond County is an organization dedicated to the furthering of medical knowledge to provide the physicians of Richmond County with the highest quality of medical care for patients on Staten Island. This year under the direction of their President, Dr. Allan Perel, the Academy of Medicine sponsored the 2014 Annual Residents’ and Fellows’ Research Paper Competition for both residents and fellows currently in training programs throughout Staten Island. This year, Richmond University Medical Center’s medical professionals were recognized with top awards in every category. This year’s winners of the 2014 Resident Research Competition are 1st place– Epidemiology of Infective Endocardilis – Anjan Marella, M.D., Dennis Ghodaaara, M.D., and Ana Oppenheimer, MD. Second place was awarded to the research paper titled Kim’s Game, written by Anjan Marella, M.D. and Dennis Bloomfield, M.D. Richmond University Medical Center also had winners in the categories of Case Reports with You Have to be Flexible with Differential Diagnosis of Rigidly by Hilary Enuh, M.D. and Edward Arsura, M.D. In a tie for first place in Case Report were Hilary Enuh, M.D. and Jay Nfonoyim, M.D. for their report, Unusual Cause of Low Hemoglobin in the Intensive Care Unit. Research at the Hospital Richmond University Medical Center’s Department of Medicine extends and enhances collaboration in medical education and research. Supporting the Division of Research’s expanding commitment to basic and applied research, the facility now
hosts 27 research projects, with the goal of increasing this number in the next couple of years. “It is not typical for a hospital of our size to have such an extensive research division,” says Dennis Bloomfield, M.D., Richmond University Medical Center’s Emeritus Chairman of Medicine, Director of Research. “It has taken a strong commitment from the Department of Medicine and the hospital’s senior administration, as well as a recognition of the importance and prestige that research can bring to an institution.” Research has always been part of the hospital’s core mission that also includes patient care, education and advocacy. One of the hospital’s primary goals is to teach medical students and residents proper research techniques and enhance overall medical knowledge at the hospital. The research program is currently focusing on four key areas: pain management, diabetes, high blood pressure and calcium intake. Through one grant, researchers are studying the effectiveness of intravenous Tylenol® used post-operatively for pain management. Another study is investigating diabetes, specifically the types of mental and intellectual changes that affect people who have been managing diabetes for a long time. This kind of research allows Richmond University Medical Center to actively participate in broader medical community discussions. At Richmond University Medical Center, research is more than test tubes and clinical trials. It’s the opportunity to expand scientific understanding of medical conditions and to develop better treatments. Through this commitment to research, Richmond University Medical Center gives families access to state-of-the-art treatments and diagnostic tools, closer to home.
In the Community
Borough Hall Blood Drive The Blood Bank, working in collaboration with RUMC Trauma, has teamed up to host blood drives at Borough Hall in conjunction with SIUH. With the success of the past two blood drives, 52 units of blood have been donated. The next scheduled blood drive at Borough Hall in St. George on September 9, 2014. The hospital will be providing general health information and screenings prior to any donations. We look forward to a continued effort to increase the amount of blood donations for our hospital.
Borough Hall Veterans Event On July 10th, RUMC participated in the first ever Veteran’s Resource Fair at Borough Hall. The event was hosted by Borough President Oddo and featured: health services and enrollment, mental health support, benefits enrollment stations, claim status checks, resume writing workshops, legal support, GI Bill information, National Cemetery Administration information and other resources.
Kohl’s Cares Community Event & Grant On Thursday, July 11th RUMC partnered with Kohl’s for the Associates in Action initiative in hosting the Summer 2014 Kohl’s Cares for Kids Event at the Kohl’s parking lot on Forest Avenue. RUMC staff painted faces for children in the community and distributed health education materials as well as information about the hospital’s services. As a part of the partnership four Kohl’s retailers will be making a generous donation of $500 each, making a total gift to the hospital of $2,000. We thank Kohl’s for their continued support of the hospital!
Back to the Beach On Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th, the hospital participated on the Midland Beach Boardwalk as part of the 2014 Back to the Beach Celebration. The team handed out free giveaways while educating the public on the various programs offered throughout the hospital. The event featured more than 100 vendors, 20-plus rides for the kids, monster trucks, and three stages featuring live musical performances each day.
Chronicle August 2014
Back to School Supply Drive We are encouraging the community to share photos of their babies born at the hospital using the hashtag:
#RUMCbaby Follow us on social media to see this and our other posts:
During August, we will be collecting school supplies and donations for the children at the hospital’s clinic. You can help by donating school supplies, backpacks, lunchboxes, pencil cases, glue sticks, erasers, loose leaf, notebooks, and other helpful items. We will also collect monetary donations which will be used to purchase the supplies. For more information, please call Andrew Burt in the Development Office at 718-818-2100 or email aburt@rumcsi.org.
Free YMCA Classes for RUMC Employees Hospital employees are welcome to try INSANITY classes at the Broadway YMCA led by Master Omar Cross and Kristina Eberle. The Y is also offering a discounted membership for hospital staff.
Sunday, August 17th at 10am Thursday, August 21st at 8pm Call Liza at 718-981-4933 or email lhorner@ymcanyc.org
Upcoming Community Event Back to School Blast Hosted by NYS Senator Diane Savino Friday, August 15th Tappen Park from 12pm to 3pm Back to School Blast assists local parents and students in receiving health screenings and other community resources. If you are interested in participating at the Richmond University Medical Center table, please call x2100 or email info@rumcsi.org.
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Join the RUMC Team at the Annual Komen Greater New York City Race for the CureÂŽ
Sunday, September 7th, 2014 For details, contact Development at info@rumcsi.corg