The Junior Service League of Independence, Missouri Comets and Centerpoint Medical Center are partnering to present the TAKE Foundation’s defense training. The event will be hosted at the Independence Events Center on February 10, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. A $20 donation is appreciated but not required to take part in the event.

Giving the Gift of Safety – A message From the T.A.K.E. FoundationThe name Alexandra means helper of mankind or compassionate one. And Alexandra Kemp — Ali to everyone who knew her — was all of that and more. A stunning 19-year-old girl inside and out, Ali was murdered while working at a neighborhood pool in Johnson County, Kansas. Ali is still living up to her name. Through the T.A.K.E. Defense Training program established in her memory, her story has inspired and encouraged women all over the country to take a stand. She has given them the power to stand up for themselves.

It’s all about your education, safety and peace of mind; things that every young girl and woman should have and hold dearly. T.A.K.E. Defense Training provides girls and women of all ages with unique reality-based, hands-on self-defense training. Such training provides safety awareness that everyone needs and deserves.

Your T.A.K.E. training, an integral element in the comprehensive safety awareness program, will take place in a two-hour session. When you attend a class, you’ll receive priceless awareness education and practical application of the skills demonstrated and learned in the session. It’s our goal to give you the advantage if you’re ever in a situation that makes you question your safety. So whether you’re in search of that advantage to feel in control of everyday situations, or you want to make sure a bad experience is never repeated, take part in T.A.K.E Defense Training.

Register online at www.independencejsl.org

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PAGE 2:• RELAY FOR LIFE KICKOFF• GO RED FOR WOMEN DAY

PAGE 3:• FRIST HUMANITARIAN AWARD • FOOD DRIVE FEEDS MANY• CULINARY CONTEST PAGE 4 :• EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION • HIPPA PRIVACY

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Centerpoint to Kickoff 2013 Relay For Life Campaign

February First is National Go Red For Women Day

For a century the American Cancer Society has been fighting back against cancer and celebrating more birthdays. Centerpoint Medical Center will join this battle by hosting Relay For Life on June 21-22, 2013.

Now in its 100th year, the American Cancer Society utilizes the Relay For Life platform to help raise funds for its cancer fighting programs and services. Centerpoint will host Relay For Life on its campus for the second time, setting goals to surpass its fundraising efforts in 2012 of over $50,000; the third highest grossing Relay For Life event in the High Plains Division.

The official kickoff dinner will take place February 12, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at Strikerz (18900 E. Valley View Pkwy. Independence, MO). Centerpoint encourages all Relay For Life team captains, previous, current and new team participants to attend the event to help kickoff the 2013 campaign. This will be a great opportunity to learn more about Relay For Life and how you can become involved.

Funds raised during Relay For Life of Independence help support the American Cancer Society’s mission of eliminating cancer by helping people stay well and get well, finding cures and by fighting back. Information about how to form a team or become involved is available at www.relayforlife.org/independencemo.

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Nominate Peers for the Frist Humanitarian Award

Food Drive Collects 400 Pounds of Canned Goods

Chef Jim Judges Culinary Throw DownStudents from Center, Grandview and Belton high schools participated in the Sodexo Culinary Throw Down at Center High School, January 10, 2013. Center won first overall for the second year in a row, Grandview placed second and Belton placed third.

Guest judges (from left) Mark Mollentine from Sodexo, Jim Tinkham from Centerpoint Medical Center and Stacy Balavender also from Sodexo evaluate student dishes. [Photo Credit JILL TOYOSHIBA/The Kansas City Star]

As part of Centerpoint’s Character Plus partnership with Benton Elementary, Benton and Centerpoint simultaneously held a food drive the month of December to feed those in need within the community. Donations equated to a total of approximately 400 pounds of food! Six large bags collected at Centerpoint were delivered to the school the first week of January with help from a member of Centerpoint’s cardiovascular team, Jane Baker, RN (pictured above with kids from Benton).

Now is the time to recognize your fellow employees, volunteers and physicians for their hard work and dedication that extends far beyond our hospital and touches the lives of many throughout the community.

The Frist Humanitarian Award, named in honor of Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr., is HCA’s most prestigious honor. Since 1972, these awards have recognized individuals who inspire us with their compassion, dedication and spirit. Their achievements demonstrate a level of commitment and caring that goes beyond everyday acts of kindness.

As one of the founders of HCA, Dr. Frist embraced the value of the human spirit and the duty of each of us to work diligently to improve ourselves and others. He remained true to his beliefs about the value of kindness and happiness, thankfulness and giving, and integrity and living a life of gentle morality.

Submissions for the Frist Humanitarian Awards are due Friday, February 15th. We will then select a winner from each category to submit for national consideration. Please submit your nominations to Human Resources, or you may drop your nomination in one of the ballot boxes located throughout the hospital break rooms and lounges.

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Welcome!Please welcome the following new employees to Centerpoint:

Libby Fullbright, Assistant Controller, was recognized as the December Employee of the Month. Below is a quote from her co-worker:

“Many times I’ve seen Libby help visitors find what they are looking for, personally walking them to their destination. She is a team player and is looked to for her broad knowledge base and leadership.”

Employee of the Month

DAISY Award WinnerKristin Holderman, RN - Women’s Services Unit received the December DAISY Award. Below are comments from her nomination form:

“I have had the opportunity to speak to so many patients that have been touched by Kristin’s compassionate nursing care. They continue to comment on the wonderful care and education they receive and how comfortable she makes them

P.E.E.R. Award WinnerKaren Lindenman, RN - Surgical/Ortho was honored with the January P.E.E.R. Award. Karen’s peers voiced that she is an excellent nurse and is respectful to her patients. She takes time to do things right and is a wonderful teacher.

HIPAA Privacy: Keys to SuccessLeona Lee, Facility Privacy Officer (816)698-7189

Most frequently reported types of violations

• Incorrect PHI given to a patient (e.g., registration paperwork, discharge instructions)

• Inappropriate verbal disclosures (e.g., gossip, speaking in front of visitors/family members without patient consent)

• Inappropriate access (e.g., accessing a co-worker’s medical record)

• Minimum necessary (e.g., PHI sent to the wrong internal recipient)

Angela Bullard, RN - Women’s ServicesJill Burgoon, Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory CareKendra Casey, Cardiac Monitor Tech - Telemetry MonitoringRomana Clark, Patient Care Technician - TelemetryWhitney Curliss, GN - Surg OrthoDanica Gibson, GN - Progressive Care UnitRachel Harvey, RN - Wound ClinicJessica Hawley, Nurse Intern - TelemetrySarah Hererra, OB Tech - Women’s ServicesBrian Hulett, Patient Care Technician - Surg OrthoCarlene Kelley, GN - Medical OncologyNicole King, GN - Medical OncologyTamika King, Patient Care Technician - Surg Ortho

Alishia Maxwell, Unit Secretary - Intensive Care UnitCierra McMichael, Patient Care Technician - Surg OrthoChloe Milligan, Patient Care Technician - Medical OncologySarah Miranda, RN - Telemetry Donald Moss, Food Service - Food and Nutrition ServicesJill Parrish, RN Charge - Women’s ServicesJessica Pauls RN, Progressive Care UnitLynn Santini, RN - Cardiovascular ServicesChanelle Taylor, Phlebotomist - LaboratoryTerri Veit, RN - Radiology SupportLindsey Williamson, Respiratory Therapist - Respiratory CareMelissa Wimmer, GN - Surg Ortho