Augusta Health employees earn certifications
During the first quarter, 2012, ten Augusta Health employees earned national certifications in their areas of expertise. These certifications require demonstration of extensive knowledge in a subject area, usually by examination.
“I am very proud of the employees who earn their national certifications. We encourage national certifications because the high level of knowledge and professional skill required by certification translates to improved quality and service to our patients and community. We also appreciate each employee’s commitment—these certifications are not easy to earn. They represent a significant investment of personal time and a desire for excellence,” says Mary N. Mannix, FACHE and CEO of Augusta Health. Read more
Lovell first DAISY Award winner at Augusta Health
Brittany Lovell, RN, a nurse in the Emergency Department at Augusta Health, is the first nurse there to be awarded the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses. She was recognized for her caring attitude, her grace under pressure, and her gentle and compassionate communication with patients in stressful situations. Cathy Deane, RN, and Molly Hileman, RN, both of the Intensive Care Unit, were also recognized.
Lovell received a certificate of appreciate, a hand-carved sculpture of ‘A Healer’s Touch’ and Cinnabons to share with her colleagues. The monthly award is sponsored by the DAISY Foundation, a not-for-profit based in Glen Ellen, Calif., and established by family members in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, and in honor of the care he and his family received from nurses during his illness. Read more
Mannix selected for 2012 class of Influential Women of Virginia
Mary N. Mannix, president and CEO of Augusta Health, has been selected for the Class of 2012 of Influential Women of Virginia.
The awards program, now in its fourth year, recognizes the outstanding efforts of women in the Commonwealth in all fields, including law, business, health care, education and the arts. The women selected are individuals who are making notable contributions to their chosen professions, their communities and society at large. Read more
Augusta Health Teen Volunteer Program applications available
Applications for Augusta Health’s Teen Volunteer Program are now available in the Volunteer Services Office at Augusta Health and at all county, city and private high schools in the Staunton-Augusta County-Waynesboro area.
Teen Volunteers at Augusta Health must have finished ninth grade, be at least 14½ years old, and demonstrate serious interest in working in a healthcare setting. This year’s program begins June 18 and ends July 20. Participants will volunteer 20 hours each week, from 8 am until 12 noon, Monday through Friday.
Applications are due April 27, 2012, and interviews are required. Teen Volunteers are selected based on maturity, potential to accept responsibility and the ability to work cooperatively with others. For more information, please call the Volunteer Services Office at 540.332.4740.
Caulkins accepts position as medical director of wound healing at Augusta Health
David W. Caulkins, M.D., a general surgeon who has been in private practice in the area since 1985, has joined the Augusta Health’s Wound Healing Clinic as its Medical Director. In his new position, Dr. Caulkins will provide a unique service and comprehensive treatment regimen for non-healing chronic wounds.
The Wound Healing Clinic is located on the second floor of the Cancer Center on the Augusta Health campus. The clinic phone number is 540.245.7230. Read more
Heart health fair at Augusta Health
Augusta Health will celebrate Heart Month with an interactive event, Your Numbers, on Wednesday, Feb. 15.
This heart health fair will feature many screenings — blood pressures, BMI, glucose, cholesterol, pulse oximeter, neck circumference, cardiac score, carotid screens and stroke risk assessments.
A community CPR class will also be conducted.
The event will be held in the Augusta Health atrium lobby from 3-6 p.m.
The CPR class starts at 4 p.m.
Augusta Health Outpatient Center open house
Augusta Health’s Outpatient Center in Staunton—a facility that will include an Urgent Care Clinic, a laboratory and imaging services in one location—will host an open house for the public on Saturday, Feb. 11, from 10 a.m. until noon.
The Outpatient Center is located at 851 Statler Boulevard. The open house will give the public an opportunity to see how the facility has been transformed from a video store to an Urgent Care clinic, Laboratory and Medical Imaging department. Free blood pressure, glucose and Dermascan screenings will be offered. The staff will be on hand to host tours of their departments and answer questions. Read more
