November 21, 2023

Passion for excellence. Compassion for people.

Every day, we show compassion for our patients, their loved ones, and one another. Below are a few recent examples from our intranet's Recognition Wall. To recognize a co-worker or view more staff recognitions, click here.

Michelle Jahnke, Medical Assistant, Aspirus Behavioral Health-Stevens Point-Wilshire Boulevard

Michelle ~ Thank you for always being willing to help out the system Behavioral Health team during short staffing. It is greatly appreciated! You always have a great attitude in your role, and we are lucky to have you on our Behavioral Health team!

Lucas Thao, Field Service Tech I, Information Technology, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Thank you for always being so kind to the staff at APH during our IT requests. Everyone always enjoys seeing you work hard at making our life easier.

Barb Hookham, Dietary Aide, Aspirus Tivoli Community Assisted Living 

Thank you for always helping us in the dining room. You always put a smile on my face. Thank you for just being you!

Charles Lamb, Greeter, Aspirus Doctors Clinic

Thank you for never hesitating to assist in any area of the clinic! You were amazing today, jumping right in to help with a patient who needed immediate attention in the parking lot. You keep calm in every situation. You genuinely care about all staff and patients. Keep up the fantastic work!

Kate Heaton, Physical Therapist Assistant, Therapy, Aspirus Divine Savior Wellness Center

Thank you, Kate for seeing a patient of mine who arrived at the wrong time. You were able to provide the patient with the care he needed, so his trip here was not wasted. Thank you so much!

Michelle Marshall, Surgery First Assistant-Certified, Nursing-OB, Aspirus Doctors Clinic

While on her way out of the clinic, Michelle became aware of a patient looking for help with mental health needs in the lobby. Michelle went above and beyond to help a patient in need! Thank you for your compassion!

What Our Patients are Saying

Excerpts from recent NRC patient satisfaction surveys

Dr. Marco Dotti, Neurology, Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic-Illinois Avenue

Dr. Dotti continues to raise the bar, providing a level of care I have never seen elsewhere. It is always a pleasure meeting with him, addressing any concerns, and building a plan moving forward. I look forward to meeting with him no matter the medium. He has helped me more than I could ever explain!

Aspirus Plover Clinic Walk-in

Every time I go to Aspirus, I never have a problem. They have the most fantastic nurses, doctors, assistants, etc. From the moment I walk in and talk to your first employee, to the last person I see, I'm always taken care of. You all hire the best!

Lindsay Reimer, PA-C, Aspirus Doctors Clinic

Lindsay was a very careful listener. She explained things very carefully and so I could understand them. She was not hurried and made me feel very comfortable. It was my first visit, and I just thought she was terrific. Thank you.

Dr. Brad Rogowski & Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital ER Team

We were visiting the area due to family illness/death/funeral and apparently contracted COVID on the plane. We were tested, prescribed appropriate meds as we could not take Paxlovid, counseled as to how long to isolate, wear masks, etc., so that we would not infect others but be able to attend the funeral, etc. The care we received was both professional and compassionate.

Patient Safety Tip

MSDS Online

Why: It is important to understand the process for MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet). MSDS is a document that contains information on the potential hazards and how to work safely with the various chemical products or substances used in the hospitals and clinics.  

Content: The MSDS lists the hazardous ingredients of a product, its physical and chemical characteristics (i.e., flammability, explosive properties), its effect on human health, the chemicals with which it can adversely react, handling precautions, the types of measures that can be used to control exposure, emergency and first aid procedures, and methods to contain a spill.

Call to Action: You should be able to access the online tool "MSDS Online." You can find the tool under "Work Tools & Resources," then listed under the "Resources & References" column. When you click on this tool/app, simply enter the name or description of the item you wish to review. A list of products should appear that match your description. Click on the item that matches your product.

 

Questions?

Amanda Walloch, Director Quality Improvement, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Annie Allen, Director Quality Improvement, Aspirus Divine Savior Hospital

Vicki Peshek, Director Quality Improvement, Aspirus Riverview Hospital

Alex Jaye, Environment of Care & Emergency Management Projects Administrator

Helping Our Neighbors by Supporting United Way

Even the smallest of donations from our many hands can truly make a difference in helping those in most need in our communities. Please be assured that our Aspirus Divine Savior United Way donations will be kept local to support our local community needs.

Jeans/Favorite Sports Team Attire Day

• November 22 ~ Purchase stickers for $5 at the hospital front desk

Raffle Tickets for Recognition Points

• Drawing for 8 winners of 20,000 Reward & Recognition Points! Points can be used to purchase a variety of items
• Purchase tickets at the hospital front desk for $5 each, or $20 for 5 tickets

“Round Up” to Support the United Way

• A United Way donation jar is in our cafeteria so you can “round up” by making a donation of spare change from your purchase

You may also donate directly by clicking on the following link and selecting the United Way location of your choice (Portage Area United Way, for example). Every $10 donation equals one entry into a drawing for five $25 Amazon gift cards.

https://www.secure.unitedwaymc.org/crm/Start.jsp

Login = email address

Password = employee ID

Meet Our New Southeast Division Team Members

* Denotes Contract Staff

Andrea Greubel

Counselor & Clinical Therapist

Aspirus Behavioral Health-Stevens Point-Prentice Street

Angela Cook

Counselor & Clinical Therapist

Aspirus Behavioral Health-Stevens Point-Prentice Street

Jill Reimer

Medical Receptionist

Aspirus Stevens Point Clinic-Illinois Avenue

Kacey Johnson

Imaging Technologist

Imaging

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Melinda Moore

Physical Therapist

Therapy

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Sandra Cherek

Laboratory Clerk

Laboratory

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Serenity Wilterdink

Certified Nursing Assistant

Med Surg

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Todd Higgins

Maintenance Mechanic II

Maintenance

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Shalyn Pizzala*

Registered Nurse

Med Surg/ICU

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Isaac Zeps

Environmental Services Aide

Environmental Services

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Keegan Janick

Radiologic Technologist

Imaging

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

Penny War Raises $469.38 for United Way

Thank you to everyone who competed in our United Way penny war. We collected a total of $469.38 for United Way of Portage County.

Best Decorated Bucket: Food & Nutrition

Wins Ice Cream!

Most Points (6,313): Therapy

Wins Pizza Party!

Kudos and gratitude to all of our participating teams:

Therapy ~ Lab ~ Emergency ~ Phlebotomy ~ Administration ~ Women & Infant Center ~ IMC/ICU Reception ~ Respiratory ~ Imaging ~ Food & Nutrition (Archangel Café Coins counted separately)

One Last Jeans Day for United Way

Our Remaining Jeans Day:

Wednesday, November 22

Stickers are $5 per jeans day.

Buy your stickers from Hillary Shroda at

Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital or

Gail Oninski at Aspirus Plover Hospital & Clinic.

Cash or Check Payable to United Way of Portage County

Southwest Division News

Aspirus Orthopedic Care Expands to Wisconsin Rapids

Aspirus Health now offers orthopedic services in Wisconsin Rapids. Aspirus Orthopedic Care-Wisconsin Rapids is located within Aspirus Riverview Clinic-Wisconsin Rapids.

The team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons cares for all ages and provides the latest in diagnosis and treatment – both surgical and non-surgical, including:

• Care for all types of injuries and conditions affecting the ankle, elbow, foot, hand, hip, knee, shoulder, and wrist.
• Orthopedic trauma/emergency care.
• Joint revision surgery, joint replacement surgery, and complex bone fracture repair.
• Treatment for osteoarthritis joint pain and sports medicine care.

The Aspirus Orthopedic Care-Wisconsin Rapids team of orthopedic surgeons includes:

• Dr. Tilok Ghose
• Dr. James Carson
• Dr. Dean Lusardi
• Dr. Jeffrey Meincke-Reza

The orthopedic surgeons of Aspirus Orthopedic Care-Wisconsin Rapids partner with their patients to develop a treatment plan that is unique to their needs and ensures the best possible outcome.

“We are excited to bring Aspirus Orthopedic Care to Wisconsin Rapids,” said Brian Kief, president of Aspirus Riverview Hospital. “Many area patients choose Aspirus for their other medical needs, so we are pleased to now also offer orthopedic care within our comprehensive and growing health system.”

To schedule an appointment with Aspirus Orthopedic Care-Wisconsin Rapids, call 715-422-7750. Patients do not need a referral to schedule an appointment.

Meet Our New Southwest Division Team Members

* Denotes Contract Staff

Brittanie Riemer

Certified Nursing Assistant

Med Surg

Aspirus Riverview Hospital

Sandra Hoppe*

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory

Aspirus Riverview Hospital

Sharing Our Blessings with Our Neighbors in Need

Thank you to everyone who was able to donate food for The Family Center. In addition to all the food shown here, our Aspirus Riverview medical staff made a monetary donation to the food drive.

Kudos to this year's food drive coordinator Lori Cesare and to all our Project SEARCH interns, whose hard work made it happen!

Located in Wisconsin Rapids, The Family Center provides safe shelter for people who are in crisis as a result of domestic violence. It also provides advocacy services and offers self-help and support groups. To learn more about The Family Center, visit familyctr.org.

Lights of Love are Now on Sale

Tree Lighting Ceremony is November 28

One Last Jeans & Positive Shirts Day for United Way

Our Remaining Jeans Day:

Wednesday, November 22

Stickers are $5 per jeans day.

Buy your stickers at the

Aspirus Riverview Hospital main lobby desk

or from Stefanie Horn at Aspirus Doctors Clinic.

Cash or Check Payable to United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties

Community Blood Drive November 27

Still Plenty of Time to Shop for Our Toy Drive

Bob Smith

President, Southeast WI Division

Brian Kief

President, South & Southwest WI Divisions