Submitted by: Michelle Love

ACCREDITED CHEST PAIN CENTER AT TJ

Heart disease, such as coronary artery disease, heart attack, congestive heart failure, and congenital heart disease, is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. and have been for over 150 years. Society’s strategy to reduce these numbers is to recognize signs and symptoms and teach proper nutrition, weight management, physical activity, smoking cessation, and what to do if you start to have a heart attack.

In 2015-2016, T.J. Samson Community Hospital has experienced tremendous growth with their cardiac services program. With this growth due to the communities support, we are taking our program to the next level. Our goal is to once again become an Accredited Chest Pain Center.

Chest Pain Center Accreditation combines evidence-based science, quality initiatives, American College of Cardiology (ACC) and American Heart Association (AHA) Guidelines, and clinical best practices for the most effective care for our Low Risk, Acute Coronary Syndrome, and Acute Myocardial Infarction patients. The focus is to improve patient outcomes with

streamlined processes and protocols. Also, with these improvements or opportunities, it will increase patient satisfaction and demonstrate to the community our commitment and dedication to provide exceptional cardiac care.

With the accreditation, many departments will be working together on focused metrics, and processes that are currently in place will be reviewed. Our cardiac care is just part of the accreditation process. We also look at our Community Outreach, our education for our employees and all new employees joining our facility, our EMS services, our Emergency Department, and many other areas for achieving this higher level of expertise. You may start seeing subtle changes throughout the hospital and more education opportunities for each person. This is all part of the teamwork we need for this accreditation to be successful.

One of the biggest areas of need is the education of patients, our clinical and non-clinical staff members, and our community on what to do if

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having a heart attack. This also includes awareness of the signs and symptoms. EHAC or Early Heart Attack Care is the benchmark of community outreach and education for heart disease. 85% of all heart damage occurs within the first two hours of a heart attack. On average, 50% of these patients ignored the warning signs. Heart attack symptoms have many misconceptions. For instance, the portrayal as seen on television is a person gripping their chest in pain and falling over; this is not always how it happens. Men and women vary on what they experience, so knowing the differences will help a person seek immediate medical care. The goal for a true heart attack or myocardial infarction is to restore blood flow. Every minute that passes causes more of the heart muscle to die. The standard across the country for opening up the blocked artery that caused or is causing the heart attack or MI is less than 90 minutes. Time is the key, and every minute counts. TIME IS MUSCLE.

Most of us have experienced some type of heart disease with either a family member, co-worker, or even a patient we are taking care of. It touches everyone in some way, and with the slightest changes, we can help each other just by learning what to do and what to look for.

EHAC PledgeI understand that heart attacks have beginnings that may include chest discomfort, shortness of breath, shoulder and/or arm pain, and weakness. These may occur hours or weeks before the actual heart attack.

I solemnly swear that if it happens to me or anyone I know, I will call 9-1-1 or activate our Emergency Medical Services.

$$$ Important Payroll info $$$REMINDER ABOUT HOLIDAY HOURSEmployees accrued the Memorial Day Holiday time on the last pay check. You have until July 23 to use this holiday time. If you do not use the holiday by then, you will lose it. Please make sure to use your holiday time before July 23.

NEW INSURANCE PREMIUMSNew insurance premiums went into effect on last week’s pay check. Please double-check your paystub to ensure that all premiums match your open enrollment choices. Please contact Payroll or HR with any issues ASAP. This is the last week to make insurance changes. If changes are not made this week, insurance choices will remain in effect until May 31, 2017.

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The following employees are the lucky winners drawn from the Relay for Life fundraising activities. Thanks to all who donated to this great cause! The TJ Family raised over $4800 that will be given to Barren and Metcalfe Counties’ Relay for Life. Great job, team! • Ipad: Terri Cash • Home Décor Gift Set: Valerie Burnett • Cookout Gift Set: Rebecca Smiley • Fiesta Dishes Set: Amelia Stockton

Relay for Life

BLANKET DONATIONSMembers of Summer Shade Baptist Church recently visited the Skilled Nursing Unit, Pediatrics, and Oncology areas to donate handmade blankets to patients. The ladies made and donated the blankets to bring comfort to patients who are in the hospital or in chemotheraphy treatment. The following church members were present: Shirley Hammer, Alene Bowman, Carol Bowman, Kathy White, Madison Gray, Rhonda Gray, Susan Botts, Pam Vance, and Katie Beth White. Thank you, Summer Shade Baptist Church!

Papa John's of Glasgow has increased the discount we offer to T.J. Employees. Please see information about the great additional savings below.

Order online with code tj45. Receive 45% off your entire menu-price order.

Or, call the store at 270.651.7775 and use code tj40 to get 40% your off entire menu-price order.

Thank you all so very much for going above and beyond to serve our community.

Tony RobertsonDirector of Operations

Kandace Webster, APRN

T.J. HEALTH COLUMBIA PRIMARY CARE810 Jamestown Street ● Columbia, KY 42728

270.384.4764

Clinton Kiteck, MD

Shindig on the SquareThe T.J. Rehab team participated in Glasgow's Shindig on the Square last week. They provided lots of fun, development activities for kids.

Great job, Rehab Team!

Congratulations to our most recent T.J. Trooper recipients! Thank you to everyone who submitted nominations. Recipients were selected based on nomination forms submitted, and a portion of those are included below. Trooper Award nominations are now being accepted for the next quarter. Forms are available via the T.J. Intranet and should be submitted to Kasey Peters.

Congratulations, Pam Bray, Benefits Coordinator!T.J. Samson Individual Recipient

Congratulations, Tammy Glass, Financial Services!T.J. Health Pavilion Individual Recipient

Congratulations, Cassi Howe, Nursing Step-Down!T.J. Samson Individual Clinical Recipient

Congratulations, Karen Borders, Pavilion MOB!T.J. Health Pavilion Individual Recipient

“Tammy gives 110% constantly. She exhausts all options to help patients with their healthcare needs. Recently, she helped a patient obtain a $12,000 grant for cancer medications they could not afford.”

“Pam goes above and beyond her job duties; she works hard and dedicates a lot of time to ensure that projects are completed effectively. She has a caring voice when you call and is always willing to help anyone. She takes time to explain your benefits so that you understand all options. Pam has a friendly personality and a can-do attitude.”

“This young lady is a gem. Cassi has the most positive caring attitude. She made us feel welcome; she is wonderful; she made my hospital stay more enjoyable. I looked forward to her coming into my room because whatever I needed I knew she would help me. She is an inspiration. ”

“Karen has a great attitude and is always willing to help out whenever needed. While she has a behind the scenes role; she has been instrumental in assisting with physician credentialing. We value and respect her role within the T. J. Health Partners family.”

JUNE 18, 2016T.J. Health Pavilion

7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

Basic Lab Panel(Sodium, Potassium, Chloride, Carbon Dioxide, BUN, Creatinine, Calcium, Glucose)

For accurate results, do not eat or drink the morning of the test. Juice and Breakfast Bars will be available.

Lipid Panel(Cholesterol, HDL, Calculated LDL, Trigylcerides and Calculated VLDL)

PSA: Prostate Specific Antigen (For men only, additional $5 charge for this screening)

Bone Density Screening • Height & Weight • Blood Pressure • Body Mass Index

Cash only, no insurance billed. Lab results will be mailed.

Receive all of this for just $15:

Many other T.J. Samson professionals will also be availableto answer questions and provide health-related information.

PRE-REGISTER

online atwww.tjsamson.orgNOW

ABI, Carotid & Aorta Screenings$50 each or all 3 for $120

FREE SPORTS PHYSICALS8:30 to 10:30 a.m. • T.J. Samson Rehab • West A/Urgent Care EntranceKHSAA APPROVED ANNUAL SPORTS PRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICAL - GRADES 6-12

• KHSAA pre-participation physical forms pages 1-3 must be completely filled out by parent(s) or legal guardian(s) before coming to the physicals. Parent or legal guardian signature is required.

• You can get a copy of the form off the KHSAA website. Go to khsaa.org. Click on KHSAA forms at the bottom left of the home page in the gray area. Next click on General Administrative Forms (Physical, Transfer, Contract)(PDF). Then click on General Administrative Forms (Physical, Transfer, Contract)(PDF). Then click on Combined GE04 and PPE/Athletic Physical Forms (High School) for High School students OR on Combined MS01 and PPE/Athletic Physical Forms (Middle School) for Middle School students. If the student plays on middle school AND high school teams, you must complete both forms.

Rehab and Sports Medicine

2016 SPORTS PHYSICALSSATURDAY, JUNE 18, 2016

8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.T.J. Samson Rehab Department

in the T.J. Health Pavilion

This is a free event sponsored byT.J. Samson Rehab and Sports Medicine!

Student athletes should enter in the West A Entrance by T.J. Urgent Care and then enter the Rehab Department.

KHSAA Pre-participation Physical Forms pages 1 through 3 must be completely filled out by parent(s) or legal guardian(s) before arriving at the 2016 Sports Physicals event. Parent or legal guardian signature is required.

You can print a copy of the form on the KHSAA website. • Go to khsaa.org. • Click on KHSAA forms at the bottom left of the home page in the gray area. • Next click on General Administrative Forms (Physical, Transfer, Contract). • Then click on Combined GE04 and PPE/Athletic Physical Forms (High School) for High School students OR on

Combined MS01 and PPE/Athletic Physical Forms (Middle School) for Middle School students. If the student plays on middle school AND high school teams, you must complete both forms.

KHSAA APPROVED ANNUAL SPORTSPRE-PARTICIPATION PHYSICALS

FOR STUDENT ATHLETES IN GRADES 6-12

T.J. Health Pavilion Community Center310 N. L. Rogers Wells Blvd. • Glasgow, KY 42141

LUNCH & LEARNwith

DR. ALISON CAMPBELLTUESDAY, JUNE 21

12 P.M. to 1 P.M.

Bring a sack lunch and drinks will be provided.One CEU will be awarded to nursing professionals who attend.

Please call 270.659.3378 with any questions or for more information.All guests may register for door prize drawing.

I’M MUCH TOO YOUNG TO FEEL THIS DARN OLD!

COMMON CAUSES OF FATIGUE