Editor: Rick Coulter | Thumb: 989-269-9521 x 4332 | Caro: 989-672-5795 | [email protected] | |
MARC'L NEUMANN ANNOUNCED AS VICE PRESIDENT OF PATIENT CARE SERVICES/CHIEF NURSING OFFICER | |
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Submitted by: Connie Koutouzos
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Marc’l Neumann, MSA, BSN, RN, as Vice President of Patient Care Services/Chief Nursing Officer for McLaren Thumb Region and McLaren Caro Region effective October 23, 2022.
Marc’l brings with her to her new role nearly 20 years of nursing and leadership experience. An accomplished strategic and operational leader in hospital systems large and small, Marc’l holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from Saginaw Valley State University in addition to a Master’s of Science in Administration from Central Michigan University. As a lifelong resident of Huron County, she is proud to serve the communities of our two Critical Access Hospitals support in her new leadership role.
Marc’l began her career as a registered nurse in the emergency department at McLaren Thumb Region—a position that laid the foundation for her career and fostered her love for rural health. From there, Marc’l gained experience at St. Mary’s of Michigan as a registered nurse before coming back to McLaren Thumb Region as the Director of Acute Care & Emergency Department for several years. Most recently before her current role as Quality Program Manager for McLaren Thumb Region and McLaren Caro Region, Marc’l spent four years at McLaren Bay Region as the Director of Patient Care Services and Critical Care Manager. In this position she provided direct leadership over three high acuity critical care units and a Level III Trauma Center designated emergency department which provided care to over 35,000 patients annually.
Throughout her extensive background, Marc’l has demonstrated an engaged leadership style along with a strong commitment to ensuring the delivery of the highest quality of care. Operationally, culturally, and professionally, Marc’l understands how to achieve the best possible results for our patients. Her expert assessment and restructuring skills have time and again resulted in patient care excellence, financial success, and improved culture. These skills will no doubt be a tremendous asset to our nursing and leadership team.
Please join me in welcoming Marc’l to our executive leadership team at McLaren Thumb Region and McLaren Caro Region!
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MAMM MIXER PARTY AT McLAREN CARO REGION | |
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On Wednesday, October 19, McLaren Caro Region will host a Mamm Mixer Party that will be open to the public from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. The party is a fun way to promote the early detection of cancer and encourage women to get a mammogram.
Local vendors will have items available for purchase, and prizes will be given to attendees. The McLaren Caro Auxiliary will be giving away a pink KitchenAid mixer and offer extended business hours at the Heartfelt Gift Shop during the party.
Please encourage friends and family to celebrate women's health with McLaren Caro Region during this special event. Mammogram appointments can be scheduled by calling (989) 672-5111.
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HAPPY RETIREMENT SUE BRESKY | |
Medical Surgical Unit Assistant Sue Bresky recently announced her retirement from McLaren Thumb Region. Sue has been working for the hospital for forty-seven years and was given an autumn bouquet for her many years of service. We wish Sue the best during her retirement! | |
Caro Walk-In Flu Shot Schedule: | |
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Thursday, October 20
7:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
Hospital Outpatient Clinic Area
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Thursday, October 27
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Angela Titus's Office
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Thumb Walk-In Flu Shot Schedule:
(All Thumb Walk-In Flu Clinics will be held in Employee Health Services Room 218)
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Tuesday, October 18
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 20
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Tuesday, October 25
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, October 27
7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
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Big Change:
Flu Vaccines received outside of the organization must have an “outside” form filled out and submitted to employee health. Flu vaccines without this completed form will not be accepted.
All vaccines are entered in OHM and that information is mandatory. Please copy the attachment and take it with you when you get your vaccine.
Click here for the Outside form.
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Thank you to all of our Medical Assistants for your hard work! | |
We would like to recognize our tremendous pharmacy employees! | |
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Nursing Skills Days are currently being held at McLaren Thumb Region to help nurses improve their knowledge with current treatment, equipment, policies, and procedures.
The focus is on educating nursing staff on the following items: wound care, vascular access devices, use of glucometers and cleaning of the equipment, trauma charting, crash cart checks, rapid infuser use, suicide policy and requirements, restraints policy and requirements, sepsis protocol, donning/doffing of personal protective equipment and monkey pox symptoms/treatments.
Thank you to all nurses that are participating in this program!
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October is National Crime Prevention Month!
McLaren Thumb and Caro Region Security would like to highlight five safety tips for your home:
- If you’re moving into a new home or apartment, don’t forget to change the locks if you own the new residence or ask the manager to change them if you rent.
- Stop leaving notes on your door announcing when you will be home.
- Always double-check that you’ve locked all your home’s doors and windows when you leave for the night.
- If you arrive home and your door is open, or things appear to be out of place, get out of the house immediately and call 911.
- Don’t allow strangers into your home, even if they are hurt or say they need help. Keep the door locked and call the police for them.
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Human Resources Director Wesley Gwisdala will continue to lead "Ask HR" meetings every Thursday at 1:30 p.m. on Microsoft Teams. These meetings aim to find the issues important to employees and answer questions related to Human Resources. All employees are welcome to attend and have their voices heard!
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There are currently job openings at both McLaren Thumb and McLaren Caro Region. If you or someone you know is interested, please click on the job posting link below: | |
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Cook
Part-time
McLaren Caro Region
For a complete job description Click here
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Physical Therapist
Full-time
McLaren Thumb Region
For a complete job description Click here
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PUMPKIN DECORATING CONTEST | | |
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Human Resources will be emailing information on a pumpkin decorating contest that will take place at the end of October. Prepare to get creative and show off your pumpkin decorating skills while competing against other departments. Stay tuned for more details! | |
WELCOME OUR NEW EMPLOYEES | |
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Brittany Harrison
Medical Laboratory Technician
Caro
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Zachary Barber
RN, Emergency Department
Thumb
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Madysen Hoag
RN, Oncology
Thumb
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Christina Tanton
RN, Medical Surgical
Thumb
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Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival | |
On Sunday, October 9, McLaren Caro Region participated in the Tuscola County Pumpkin Festival Parade. McLaren volunteers handed out candy and sunglasses, and Medical Assistant Brittney Vassallo proudly displayed her patriotic Jeep for parade-goers. Thank you to all staff members that participated in making this such a memorable event. To watch a video from the parade click here! | |
On Friday, October 14, McLaren Thumb Region was a sponsor for the "Pink Out" game at Bad Axe High School. Volunteers gave out fresh donuts and apple cider to fans. Pink thunder sticks and hair extensions were also available for purchase; all proceeds benefited the "Pink Out" event. It was a great night for football and the fight against breast cancer! | |
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Mamm Mixer Party
Wednesday, October 19
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
McLaren Caro Region in Front Lobby
Open to the public, this event will feature local food, business vendors, and a pink KitchenAid mixer will be given away to one attendee.
Friends and family of McLaren employees are encouraged to attend. Mammograms can be scheduled by calling (989) 672-5111.
Christmas Holiday Open House
Monday, November 7
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
McLaren Thumb Region Well-Wisher Gift Shop
Hosted by the McLaren Thumb Region Auxiliary and open to the public with extended hours, find the perfect holiday gift for a loved one or friend at the Well-Wisher Gift Shop during their Christmas Holiday Open House. Also, see the parade of trees available for purchase during your visit!
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CONTACT IT THROUGH MICROSOFT TEAMS | |
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A new tool makes resolving computer and phone-related issues easier for staff members. By sending a message to "ITSupport Chat" through Microsoft Teams, employees can quickly create an IT ticket, chat with a live support specialist, and sometimes resolve their issue within a few minutes.
Use this tool the next time you require IT help!
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BE SURE TO FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA | |
This week, Director of Nursing Yvonne Vandecar discusses the Swing Bed Program in a video featured on the McLaren Caro Region Facebook Page. The Swing Bed Program offers transitional care for those patients who no longer require acute medical care but aren’t quite ready to go home. Click here to watch!
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MCLAREN PRESCRIPTION SAVINGS PROGRAM
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Introducing the McLaren Prescription Savings Program
McLaren Health Care is proud to announce a new program to provide patients and communities with a free service to save on prescription medications. Through a partnership with SingleCare, the McLaren Prescription Savings Program can help families save up to 80 percent on prescription costs, or an average of $345 annually.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
McLaren’s Prescription Savings Program is a free service that helps our patients save on prescriptions whether or not they have insurance, covers more than 10,000 of the most commonly filled prescriptions, and is accepted at more than 35,000 pharmacies nationwide—including Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Target, Kroger, Duane Reade, and more.
McLaren’s Prescription Savings Program is used just like a cash discount card. It is not an insurance and cannot be used with an insurance co-pay. However, prescription costs in the program are often lower than insurance co-pays, and it can also be used with Flex Spending programs for additional pre-tax savings.
HOW DO I GET STARTED?
You can access the program in several ways. The most convenient is to visit our web page to find prescription savings and participating locations, and send yourself a savings card or coupon through email, text, or print on-demand. Patients can also find cards and coupons at every McLaren facility, which will be delivered and made available soon.
Simply show the savings card or coupon to the pharmacy and discounts will automatically be applied! There is no sign-up process and no collection of any personal data at any time.
WHO CAN USE MCLAREN'S PRESCRIPTION SAVINGS PROGRAM?
While McLaren Health Care created the McLaren Prescription Savings Program for the benefit of our patients, there are no eligibility requirements or restrictions, and anyone can enjoy the benefits of the program.
HOW CAN I HELP OUR PATIENTS WITH THIS PROGRAM?
Spread the word! Materials will be made available at key access points by marketing teams. You can help our patients save by reminding them of this program at registration, discharge, and wherever you interact with patients.
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION | |
A Recipe for Togetherness
The McLaren Messenger would like to ask staff members to submit recipes as part of its Diversity and Inclusion campaign. Food is a large part of what brings people together and by submitting a recipe, you can help people understand your culture as well as introduce people to foods they may never have tried before.
Email recipes to editor Rick Coulter's email. All recipes will be submitted for future consideration in The McLaren Messenger. We are looking forward to hearing from everyone!
This Week's Recipe: California Roll Wraps
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup wasabi mayonnaise
- 6 whole wheat tortillas (8 inches)
- 2 packages (8 ounces each) imitation crabmeat
- 1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1-1/2 cups julienned peeled jicama
- 1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
- 1 small cucumber, seeded and julienned
- 3/4 cup bean sprouts
Instructions
- Divide the wasabi mayonnaise evenly among the 6 tortillas and spread to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Layer with crab meat, avocado, jicama, red pepper, cucumber, and bean sprouts. Roll up tightly.
If you can't find wasabi mayo or don't like the spicy kick, use regular mayo instead. This sandwich lends itself to many flavor options. Toss in your favorite raw veggies, substitute smoked salmon or tuna for the crab, and use half a pita instead of the tortilla. Making this ahead of time? Toss avocado slices with a splash of rice wine vinegar or lemon juice to keep them from turning brown.
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ADD YOUR ARTICLE TO THE MESSENGER | |
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Marketing Communications Specialist Rick Coulter will be the new editor for the McLaren Messenger.
The McLaren Messenger will now be a biweekly newsletter for McLaren Thumb and Caro employees.
Employees are encouraged to send content. What kind of content, you might ask? Anything McLaren-specific. You can acknowledge a coworker, highlight an upcoming event or promote a new service offering in this newsletter.
Please submit your article to the editor Rick Coulter's email.
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