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Regional & Divisional News
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In This Edition
- Our Aspirus Story: Paula Randall (Determination)
- Emerging Leaders Fall Session
- Safe Patient Handling
- Cybersecurity Policies
- AMG Awarded Grants
- Award of Excellence Nomination Period Ending
- Leadership Video Series: Sherry Bunten
- Community Health Needs
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Resources
- Save Money & Feel Better
- Bike to Work in June & Get Rewarded
- U.S. Senior Open: Ticket Discount
- Camping Tips
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Has a co-worker ever done something that really inspired or wowed you?
Share the story by clicking the banner on the intranet. You can also read meaningful stories submitted by others.
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Emerging Leaders Fall Session
Applications accepted through July 7
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The application period is now open for the Fall 2023 session of the Aspirus Emerging Leaders program. Interested employees should be considered “individual contributors” and can apply through end-of-day on July 7. It is a two-step application process involving your manager.
Aspirus Emerging Leaders is a leadership development program designed to provide additional learning opportunities for employees who have a desire and the potential to become leaders within Aspirus. The program, while not a guarantee of future promotion, provides opportunities and challenges for those who desire advancement or want to have a better understanding of the skills needed to become an effective leader at Aspirus.
Additional details about eligibility, requirements and the fall schedule are available on the Aspirus intranet. Look for the homepage banner or the program link under the “Life & Career” menu. The online application will be accessible from this page through July 7.
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Mariah Mork started out as a triage nurse at Aspirus Waupaca Clinic where she expressed her interest in leadership. She was accepted into the Emerging Leaders program in September 2022 and was offered a position as a nurse supervisor at Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital before she graduated in December. She has since moved up to Clinic Manager at Aspirus Waupaca Clinic.
Click the video to hear Mariah talk about her experience with Aspirus Emerging Leaders.
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Safe Patient Handling & Mobility Coaches | |
Aspirus Employee Health & Wellness (EHW) is partnering with clinical leaders throughout our system to further advance our Safe Patient/Resident Handling and Mobility program, with the goal to positively impact these measures:
- Reduce employee injuries, allowing improved available staffing.
- Reduce the number of staff members on restricted or light duty.
- Improve employee safety and work efficiency.
- Reduce patient length of stay.
- Increase early patient mobility, improve outcomes, and reduce falls.
- Reduce occurrence and associated cost of hospital-acquired pressure injuries (HAPIs).
To help achieve these goals, we are re-instating Mobility Coaches at each of our hospitals who will be identified by business unit leaders.
Mobility coaches are well-versed in the use of equipment, best practices, and standards surrounding safe patient handling. These individuals consistently demonstrate a passion for excellent patient care with a focus on safety and best practices to improve employee compliance and competency with equipment utilization, reduction of employee injuries, and improved efficiencies with patient care.
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Aspirus has a cybersecurity program that is aligned with Health Industry Cybersecurity Practices. Aspirus cybersecurity policies are reviewed annually to ensure our practices remain updated and current as the threat landscape evolves. Our policies provide requirements, set expectations that help us manage cyber risk, and:
- Are a key element of cybersecurity governance.
- Help us comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Are used by auditors to assess our performance and compliance.
Our cybersecurity policies are in PolicyStat. Most cybersecurity related policies can quickly be found by searching “Information Technology” as the policy “Area.” Learn more about PolicyStat.
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AMG Awarded Grants to Support APC Training
Aspirus Medical Group (AMG) has been awarded a two-year grant from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services to support advanced practice clinician (APC) training. The grant awards $50,000 to AMG in each of our next two fiscal years running from July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024, and from July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2025.
Aspirus has received the APC Rural Training Grant from DHS every year, starting with our FY2019. These grants support our ongoing efforts to recruit and retain APC preceptors and train APC learners within the Aspirus system as part of a long-term rural workforce development strategy.
The grants enable the Aspirus Office of Medical Education to provide stipends to teaching providers, welcome packages to each of our new APC students, and teaching awards to preceptors who are nominated by APC and medical students throughout the academic year. In Academic Year 2022, Aspirus trained 182 APC students who took part in 267 rotations.
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If you are an APC or physician interested in working with APC and/or medical students – and have not had a student placed with you recently – please email the Office of Medical Education. | |
Nomination Period Ending for Award of Excellence | |
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The nomination period for this quarter’s Aspirus Award of Excellence closes on June 30. Be sure to submit your nominations soon to recognize the accomplishments of physicians and advanced practice clinicians (APCs) who demonstrate the Aspirus values not only in their clinical practice, but in their daily interaction with patients, staff and communities as well.
The nomination form is available via the Aspirus intranet: Life & Career > HR & TOTAL REWARDS > REWARDS & RECOGNITION. All recognition options, including the Aspirus Award of Excellence, can be found on the right side of the page. Here’s a direct link to the form on the MedStaff intranet.
Winners are selected quarterly based on the selection criteria indicated on the submission form.
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Leadership Video Series
Several Aspirus senior leaders are being featured on the Aspirus LinkedIn page. Leaders discuss their career paths, thoughts on the future of their areas of expertise, what makes them proud and much more.
This week features Aspirus President of the Northeast Division Sherry Bunten.
Click below to learn more about Sherry’s career history, how she came to Aspirus and her advice for someone entering this line of work (2:21 minutes).
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Visit the Aspirus LinkedIn page throughout the week to see more videos featuring Sherry speaking about her role in the health care industry. | |
Aspirus Works to Identify Community Health Needs | |
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The Aspirus Community Health Improvement (CHI) team works to advance the Aspirus vision by being a catalyst for building healthy thriving communities.
The community health team partners with community-based organizations to address basic needs such as food, shelter, transportation, education and more.
“As a health care system, we know the services that we provide to community members and the goal is to bridge the gap between health care and community needs so that we can improve the health of the whole person and increase their optimal health,” says Meghan Mattek, Community Health Improvement Lead.
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Resources | |
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) is crucial for workplace well-being as it promotes a positive and inclusive environment where employees feel valued, respected and supported.
By embracing DEI principles, we can create a workplace culture that prioritizes the mental, emotional and physical well-being of all our employees.
Click the image to open a PDF featuring a variety of helpful resources and ideas.
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Save Money & Feel Better
Create your own success story!
You don’t want to miss this second chance to earn over $600 or $1,200 in savings on your health premium next year. This offer is for employees and spouses or domestic partners on the Aspirus Medical Plan.
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Step One: Log into the wellness portal (www.ManageWell.com) and click on “Earn 2024 Health Premium Discount-Complete Ruby Plus” for details.
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Step Two: Complete the online Health Risk Assessment (HRA) before June 30.
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Step Three: Complete the Primary Care Provider (PCP) engagement form, health coaching, and three wellness activities by October 31.
Contact a Health Coach to get started today. They can walk you through the program steps and make it easy for you to earn your reward! Call 844-309-1269 or email wellness@aspirus.org.
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Our Wellness Program gets results…
Sasha Kesy (Aspirus Wausau Clinic - N 3rd Street) shares that Aspirus adding the gym membership through the Active&Fit ExerciseRewards Program helped motivate her to attend the gym 10 times a month.
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Bike to Work in June & Get Rewarded
Opportunities exist to earn Rewards & Recognition Points and/or Wellness Activity credit toward the Health Plan Premium Discount Wellness Program.
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U.S. Senior Open: Ticket Discount Available | | |
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Aspirus employees wishing to attend the event as a spectator can receive a discount of $5 off any tickets purchased. Tickets are available at several different levels ranging from $25-$100. The discount applies to all ticket types and is available through July 2. | Aspirus and Aspirus Health Plan are proud to serve as the Official Regional Supporter and on-site medical provider for the event. | |
Calling All Campers: Essential tips for a safe & fun trip | |
Camping is an excellent way to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and connect with nature. Before you make a beeline for the woods, a lake or some other idyllic camping spot, review important safety tips.
Tip #1: Be prepared. Pack a first-aid kit, along with essential supplies like a flashlight and extra batteries, bedding, food, water, sunscreen, bug spray, matches and, yes, s'mores.
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“Make sure to pack your prescriptions so you don’t have a medical emergency while you’re out in the woods,” says Rachel Laszko, MD, Aspirus General Surgeon. “In case something does happen, you also want to have your provider’s phone number on hand, as well as your health insurance information.” | |
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