by Dan Royer on Monday, April 20, 2009
Leave a CommentAs the association representing the interests of Iowa hospitals and health systems, we owe many thanks to the great people keeping these organizations moving.
This week we’d like to congratulate the following individuals on their recent achievements:
- Steve Krob joined Iowa Methodist Occupational Health and Wellness as marketing and sales coordinator.
- Katy Hill, a registered nurse, now serves as emergency medical service coordinator at Iowa Health-Des Moines.
- Dr. Ken Cheyne accepted the role of interim medical director for Blank Children’s Hospital.
Thanks to the Des Moines Register for the notifications.
If you’d like to recognize someone for their achievements (or be recognized for your own) on the IHA blog, send us the details.
by Dan Royer on Thursday, April 16, 2009
Among the more than 70,000 people who do their work in Iowa hospitals every day, there are countless heroes. To recognize and promote these individual hospital employees who contribute heroically and selflessly to Iowa hospitals, patients and communities, the Iowa Hospital Heroes Awards will be presented at the 2009 IHA Annual Meeting in Des Moines. Hospitals are encouraged to nominate outstanding employees who measure up to the Iowa Hospital Heroes criteria.
“The value of Iowa hospitals is exemplified by dedicated employees who daily choose to do more than anyone expects,” explained IHA President Kirk Norris. “We will honor not only those who have reacted courageously in an instant, but also those who have made heroism a habit by giving of themselves in ways that truly make a difference for the people they care for and the communities they serve.”
A Hospital Heroes Award nomination may be submitted by anyone affiliated with an Iowa hospital. Nominees must be employed or have medical privileges at an Iowa hospital.
How to Submit a Candidate for Nomination
To submit a candidate for the award, a nomination form must be completed and accompanied by a narrative explaining why the nominee deserves this award. The narrative should describe the actions or programs initiated by the nominee and the measurable results. Up to three testimonial letters may accompany the nomination.
Download the Iowa Hospital Heroes Award nomination form. The deadline for nominations is June 1. Questions regarding the award can be directed to Scott McIntyre at IHA.
by Scott McIntyre on Thursday, April 16, 2009
The 2009 Iowa Trauma Coordinators (ITC) Spring Conference, to be held June 17, will cover a variety of topics, all with a focus on providing excellent trauma care.
Sessions will include an overview of traumatic injuries that may be seen in the emergency department setting and the role of the medical examiner in those cases; the responsibility of a system evaluation and quality improvement committee in reviewing quality indicators and identifying challenges to the Iowa trauma system; lessons learned during the collector educational sessions; loop closure as part of trauma performance improvement; caring for pediatric trauma patients; and family presence at the bedside of critically ill patients in the emergency department.
The ITC Spring Conference will be held at the Hilton Garden Inn-Des Moines/Urbandale in Johnston. Detailed conference information will be available in the coming weeks.
by Scott McIntyre on Wednesday, April 15, 2009
The 2009 IHA Summer Leadership Forum has an incredible lineup of sessions from beginning to end. Highly regarded health care consultant Maureen Swan will launch the forum by providing a CEO dashboard assessment of the top trends.
She’ll be followed by the American Hospital Association’s Rick Pollack with an up-to-the-minute policy and legislative report. Economist Dave Swenson will then discuss Iowa’s economy – successes and failings as well as how government funding could assist in the recovery. The first day will close with a panel of IHA members discussing the future of health care financing. Hospital financing will be covered the next morning by David Grossklaus, a bond attorney with Dorsey & Whitney.
The 2009 forum will close with Tom Atchison, who is always an engaging and thoughtful strategist, providing insights on maximizing return on capital.
This year’s forum is scheduled for June 10-11 at the Coralville Marriott Hotel & Conference Center.
For program details and online registration, click here.
by Dan Royer on Tuesday, April 14, 2009
The Iowa Society of Healthcare Education and Training (ISHET) will hold its spring conference on April 23 at the Holiday Inn and Suites in West Des Moines. The day will open with a focus on creating a culture of accountability with employees and peers. Participants will also have an opportunity to review tough conversations that will demonstrate the behaviors needed to be a strong and successful leader. Attendees will also receive a brief update on legislative activity at the state and federal levels.
The afternoon session will focus on health literacy. Barbara Savage, a health literacy project coordinator for Iowa Health System in Des Moines, will define health literacy, identify barriers in communication with patients and help participants identify challenges when delivering care to diverse populations.
To reserve a room at the Holiday Inn, call 515-309-3900 by April 17.
To sign up for this event and receive more information, use our online registration.
