Every day, we show compassion for our patients, their loved ones, and one another. Below are a few recent examples. To recognize a co-worker or view more staff recognitions, click here. | |
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Elaine Thompson, Med Surg ICU, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
Elaine ~ Thank you for going above and beyond to help with all the patients even if they were not assigned to you. You are an amazing CNA and dedicated team member; I appreciate your help so much!
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Lynn Janssen, Therapy Administration, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
You take your role as therapy admin to a degree that surpasses the norm. Not only do you make sure the department runs smoothly and professionally, but you acknowledge the concerns and needs of our department on a daily basis that blend a level of accountability and compassion to the fullest degree.
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KC Limbach, Inpatient Pharmacy, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
KC ~ Thank you so much for thinking of additional safeguards in our Pyxis machines to prevent high-risk medications from being removed mistakenly!! You are a huge asset to Aspirus Stevens Point!
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Kimberly Scheunemann, Physical Therapy, Aspirus Riverview Therapies
Kim was willing to see a patient of mine to assess for vestibular dizziness. She added the patient onto an already busy day of hers. Thank you for all the hard work you do for our patients!
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Lori Finnessy, Nursing, Aspirus Doctors Clinic
A patient wrote you a thank you note: "Lori, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for going the extra mile for us! You are a pillar employee, who took our problems and held our hands to the end. This is what compassionate, caring kindness is!" Thank you for going above and beyond for our patients!
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Clarissa Krzykowski, Nursing, Aspirus Doctors Clinic
Clarissa goes out of her way to accommodate patients. She asks appropriate questions and escalates these questions when appropriate. She is a great resource for fellow team members. Clarissa is a great team worker and a joy to work with!
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Local Aspirus Experts in the News & Community | |
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Need a Lift?
Aspirus Health was honored to be the presenting sponsor and provide the keynote speaker for the Portage County Business Council's Women in Business luncheon in Stevens Point on July 14.
Aspirus Plastic Surgeon Dr. Elizabeth Renaker-Jansen discussed the many "lifting" products and services offered by Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics, ranging from skincare products, to in-office procedures, to surgical options.
Aspirus Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics is based in Wausau and has outreach locations in Rhinelander and Wisconsin Rapids. To learn more, visit aspirus.org/renew.
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Healthy Student Lunches
When packing lunches for students, it's important to make sure it's a balanced meal, including meat/protein, vegetables and fruit, according to Ashley Chrisinger, clinical dietitian with Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital.
Ashley recently shared this advice and other healthy lunch tips in an interview with WAOW TV-9.
Click here to see the story.
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Symptoms of Juvenile Arthritis
Early diagnosis of juvenile arthritis can help prevent lifelong consequences, said Dr. Amy Falk, pediatrician with Aspirus Doctors Clinic, in a recent interview with WAOW TV-9.
Dr. Falk stressed the importance of recognizing symptoms early to reduce unchecked inflammation, which can lead to joint damage. Symptoms include red, swollen, stiff, or warm joints; dry and red eyes; skin rashes; diarrhea; bloating; shortness of breath; fatigue; fever; and loss of appetite.
Click here to see the story.
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Imaging Patient Shares Appreciation | |
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An Aspirus Riverview imaging patient recently sent the following message via the Aspirus website:
"I had imaging done today of my throat, and Aaron (Michie) was super nice and fast. I say fast because I told him I can't lay on my back long. He is a pleasant person to talk to and put me at ease when this was done. AAA job done."
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Southwest Division Welcomes New Employees | |
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Hannah Bulin
Registered Nurse
Nursing Administration
Aspirus Riverview Hospital
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Kayla Gross
Central Monitor Technician
Intensive Care Unit
Aspirus Riverview Hospital
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Stevens Point Team Helps Dad Walk Daughter Down the Aisle | |
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Our Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital team recently received the following words of appreciation from a patient and his wife.
"We are so grateful for our competent care, attention to detail, and compassion during (patient's) stay in June. We were able to celebrate our oldest daughter's wedding on June 25, with (patient) proudly escorting his daughter down the aisle, and sharing a dance. Thank you, and may God bless all of you!"
According to Renee Chatman, Manager 5E Med Surg, the patient was "a very sweet man and really touched all the hearts of the nursing staff and our respiratory department. The floor staff and RT were a perfect example of our value of collaboration (and, of course, compassion). They worked together and were able to get him the oxygen supplies he needed so he could be at his daughter's wedding."
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Southeast Division Welcomes New Employees | |
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Carmen Schultz
Environmental Services Aide
Environmental Services
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Jason Graves
Cytotechnologist
Laboratory
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Kayla Larson
Registered Nurse
Birthing Center
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Laura Charneski
Cook
Nutritional Services
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Lucas Zepeda
Rehab Technician
Therapy Administration
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Mandelyn Adams
Rehab Aide
Aspirus Behavioral Health -Stevens Point - Prentice Street
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Olivia Gagas
Certified Nursing Assistant
Med Surg ICU
Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
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Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital & Clinics Town Hall | |
Job Fair Events July 28 - Including Aspirus Stevens Point | |
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Aspirus Talent Delivery is hosting Job Fair Events on Thursday, July 28, from 4-7 p.m. at Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital and Howard Young Medical Center in Woodruff.
We are looking for enthusiastic team members who bring their best every day to help provide outstanding care for the patients we serve.
Attendees can apply for positions in Nursing, CNAs, Food Service, Housekeeping, Accounting, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Phlebotomy, Pharmacy Tech, Health Unit Coordinator, Security, and many other areas.
Key elements of these in-person hiring events include:
- Same-day interviews and offers
- $500 same-day hire bonus
- No appointment needed
- No resume needed
- No experience in healthcare needed
You can help our team grow by reviewing your personal and professional networks for prospective team members and refer candidates to our organization. You could earn a referral bonus; see the Employee Referral Bonus Program Policy for full details and the referral form.
Visit aspirus.org/careers to view current career opportunities at Aspirus. If you know someone right for a position, let them know we'd love for them to join our team.
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Aspirus Sponsors Greater Plover Open to Help Keep Kids Safe | |
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Aspirus Health is very proud to be a sponsor of the 53rd Annual Greater Plover Open on August 15.
Held at Stevens Point Country Club, this year's golf event will raise funds for the Stevens Point Child Safety Center, an organization dedicated to helping the children of Portage County travel safely and stay safe at home and at play. This year's proceeds will be used to purchase car seats for low-income families.
For details and registration information, click here.
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Systems Integration: What’s Next? | |
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The Aspirus site migration project is approximately 95 percent complete. We will continue to accomplish this project site by site.
Network Cutover Go-Live
The Aspirus networking teams will be executing additional networking changes on Tuesday, July 19, starting at 6 a.m. CDT.
Issues Status Updates will be provided on the Transition Microsite on the Go Live Page.
If you encounter an issue following the cutover, please check the Issues Status Updates for the latest information. If your issue is not listed, please contact the Aspirus Service Desk at 715-847-2300 or ext. 72300 to open an IT support ticket. There will be a dedicated team of IT resources available to troubleshoot and resolve issues reported following this cutover.
Non-Migrated Devices
Any device that has not been migrated was frozen and a message displays upon login that the user needs to contact the Aspirus IT Service Desk to schedule a time for migration. If you have a device and know that it will no longer be in use, please contact the Aspirus IT Service Desk to make the necessary arrangements for collection of the device.
Migration Events for July 18-22
Monday, July 18 - Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital
5 p.m. - Complete Telephone Migration
Need IT Help?
Place a ticket using the Aspirus Self Service Portal
Urgent needs - Call the Aspirus IT Service Desk
Ext. 72300 / 715-847-2300 / 800-297-8780
Reminders
Once your workstation is migrated, users will login using your Aspirus credentials and will access any remaining legacy Ascension apps through Citrix. Also at this time, Aspirus IT will officially take over management and support of your workstation.
On Call Schedule Access
If your workstation has been migrated, access to the On Call Schedule can be located through the Ascension Citrix.
- Must use Microsoft Edge
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Use this link https://apps.ministryhealth.org/vpn/index.html
- Log in with Ascension username and password. Call Ascension IT if you need your password reset: 877-640-1416.
- Follow this path: Click on Internet Explorer 11>Duo>Links/Resources>on Call Phonebook.
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Value of the Week - Compassion
We demonstrate caring in all we do, and cherish the honor of improving lives.
Behavior of the Week
We respect all people and treat them with dignity and worth.
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Bob Smith
President, Southeast WI Division
Brian Kief
Interim President, Southwest Division
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