RN-Led Initiatives Bring 18 Months of Positive Changes

Process Improvements

• IV pump tracking process
• Bed tracking process
• Telemetry box process
• Updating of WOW carts
• Parking shuttle for employees
• RN Skills Fair

Equipment and Supplies



• New PCA pumps
• Installation of blinds in patient rooms on 2 Central and infusion center
• New recliners for the infusion center
• Ultrasound machine and 8 stretchers for the Flint ED
• New bariatric beds
• Bladder scanner for 12 Tower
• Capnography cabaility and cardiac monitors in every patient room at Fenton ED
• Monitors and alarms at central nursing station for CCU and ICU
• Cardiac chair for 2 Central

Recognition and Recruitment

• Daisy Award for RNs
• Rose Award for ancillary staff
• Successful Nurse Intern Program -20 RNs hired in January were Nurse Interns
• Shout out to staff in Daily Huddle
• Nurse Congress 

Food and Nutrition



• Starbucks coffee in Café with hours

extended for staff.

• Addition of vending machines for patients in the Fenton ED and LDRP
• Vending machines with a variety of food options for night staff
• Improvements to menu selection for 7 Central patients

McLaren Flint Among First in the US to Implant Heart Device

McLaren Flint is among the first hospitals in the country to implant a next-generation cardioverter-defibrillator for patients with dangerously fast or abnormal heart rhythm. The Aurora Extravascular Implantable Cardioverter-Defibrillator (EV-ICD) is designed for patients whose conditions put them at increased risk for sudden cardiac arrest. Find out what McLaren Flint's specialists have to say about this exciting new device here.

Breakdown of Positions Human Resources filled the weeks of March 18 and March 25:

•Internal Offers Accepted- 13



•External Offers Accepted- 6 Housekeeper II, 5 RNs, 3 Patient Service Representatives, 3 Medical Assistants, 1 Medical Assistant-Receptionist, 1 Academic Program Admin, 1 Occupational Therapist, 1 Speech Language Path, 1 Patient Experience Rep, 1 Radiation Therapy Tech, 1 Medical Lab Scientist, 1 Patient Access Representative, 1 Laboratory Technical Assistant

New Benefit Allows You to Access Your Money Before Payday

A new voluntary benefit will help you manage financial stress between paychecks. Thanks to a partnership with Daily Pay, McLaren employees will soon be able to access a portion of their pay before payday. Eligible employees can use Daily Pay to secure instant transfers of earned pay, whenever and wherever, 24/7/365- anytime “life happens.”  So, at any point during a two-week pay period, you can access up to 50 percent of your pay based on regular hours worked. There is no charge for the transaction if you select a one to three-business-day transfer to your financial institution. There will be a nominal fee for instant transfers. 

You will receive additional information, including details on access and registration, via Daily Pay in the coming weeks.   

McLaren is Family

(Pictured left to right) Lana Mesak, RN, Nursing Education; Kristen Begley, RN, ICU.

Coming soon, McLaren Flint will feature employees on social media. These employees are proof positive that McLaren is family. Lana Mesack, RN, Nursing Education, and her daughter, Kristen Begley, RN, ICU, are proof of that. Both Lana and Kristen had life-changing experiences that led them to their nursing careers.

“My mom became ill, and she was sick for a long time,” said Lana. “I watched the nurses care for her and saw the difference that they made for her, myself, and our entire family. I wanted to be a part of something bigger like that, so I decided to become a nurse to help others when they were at their worst."

“I went off to college not knowing what I wanted to do,” said Kristen. “Then, one day on campus, this girl who was riding her bike in front of me crashed, hit her head, and fell unconscious. I rushed over to help her, called for an ambulance, and stayed with her until they took her to the hospital. Later that day, I realized I might make a great nurse.”

You will hear more from Lana and Kristen this week on McLaren Flint's Facebook and LinkedIn pages.

New Social Worker on Staff at Karmanos Starting Grief Support Group

The Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint welcomes Minnie Cabine, LMSW. Minnie, a social worker, will help further our mission to provide quality care to the patients we serve.

Minnie is starting a free support circle for families touched by cancer, including those battling the disease, survivors, previvors, caregivers, friends, and family.



The Masking Grief Circle will meet at 1:00 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month at the Hospitality House at McLaren Flint. For more information, call Minne at (810) 342-3786 or email minnie.cabine@mclaren.org.

Respect: Everyone Deserves It

"Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners." -Laurence Sterne.

We show respect through our tone of voice, the words we choose, and even our body language. The McLaren Flint Universal Skills team wants to remind us that every interaction with others is an opportunity to show respect. Making eye contact, not turning away or looking at our phones during a conversation, and really listening to what someone else is saying are all signs of respect. Everyone- coworkers, patients, and visitors- wants to be seen and heard, and how we respond is critical to establishing mutual respect.

Put Safety First When You Check Out the Total Eclipse

Next Monday, April 8, a total solar eclipse will cross North America, passing over Mexico, the United States, and Canada. It will start on Mexico's Pacific coast at 11:07 a.m. and be visible in parts of southeast Michigan by the afternoon. The rest of us will see a partial eclipse during that time. Total or partial, if you want to see the eclipse, you must take precautions. Family Medicine Assistant Chief Resident Bentolholda Atef shares some important tips for protecting your eyes here.

Password/Account Maintenance and Issue Resolution

Forget your password? Need to unlock your account? Here's a handy self-help work-aid to get yourself back on track.

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Meet with a Retirement Advisor

Retirement Plan Advisors from Empower are available for an individual financial consultation at any stage of life or career and can meet with you—in person or by telephone—at a designated appointment time of your choice.

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Weekly Nutrition Tip: Should You Take a Multivitamin?

Multivitamins are actually a great option for people who aren't getting all the recommended daily nutrients in their diets. However, McLaren Flint dietitians caution that taking any supplement in excess can pose serious health risks.

"It's best to get bloodwork done to check for deficiencies before taking any supplement," said Clinical Dietitian Marisa Young. "For healthy people, supplements are not meant to be long-term. So, routine follow-ups with a doctor are recommended to monitor serum levels. Common short-term vitamin supplements are A, D, E, and K, and minerals are calcium, iron, magnesium, and zinc."

New Healthy Choices Coming to the Cafeteria in April

Get ready for tasty new options in the ground-floor cafeteria! On Wednesday, April 3, the Sunset Cafeteria will start offering fresh-pressed juice and fruit bowls made with oatmeal, yogurt, or acai sorbet. Don't miss out on these delicious, healthy treats.

Apply for One of Thirty 2024-2025 Scholarships

The McLaren Flint Foundation is pleased to announce that 30 Rachor Education Foundation, Ltd. scholarships are available for the 2024-2025 academic year. These $1,500 scholarships are available to aspiring nursing students currently enrolled in programs and students enrolled in health administration and other health-related programs at either Mott College or the University of Michigan Flint. The deadline for applications is May 31.

For a list of the scholarships and the application requirements for each, click here. You will also find more information in this document and at this link.

March Good Catch Recipients Announced

Congratulations to Constance Hollenbeck, Medical Laboratory Scientist, and Kenyetta Snell, Emergency Department Pharmacy Clinical Specialist, McLaren Flint's February Good Catch recipients.

Active Shooter and Stop the Bleed Training

The next Active Shooter/Stop the Bleed Training session is Tuesday, April 9, from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. in the Ballenger Auditorium. The training schedule for the rest of 2024 is here.

RSVP jeffrey.young@mclaren.org or

810-342-4998

A Few Ways to Celebrate the People Who Work Beside You

Daisy and Rose Awards

The Daisy and Rose Awards are given out quarterly. Nomination forms for both awards are available on patient care units and the McLaren Flint Intranet and website. Send your submissions to Tiffany Cannon, Patient Experience Manager, 1 Central, or to tiffany.cannon@mclaren.org. The Daisy Award goes out to registered nurses, and the Rose Award recognizes non-RN staff members.

Physician and Allied Health Professional of the Quarter



The nominee criteria and nomination form are the same for both recognition categories. You will find nomination forms here.

The Fun is Non-Stop in April- No Foolin'

The Detroit Tigers will be back in action at Comerica Park this month, and you can join in on the fun. The Forward Together Committee has several things planned just for employees. You will also have a shot at some free Tigers tickets. Learn more about all of the good things to come in April. Click here for the fun flier.

March's Outstanding Employee of the Month

Congratulations to Sylvester Davis, Patient Transport, McLaren Flint's March Outstanding Employee of the Month. Sylvester is celebrating 45 years with us, and we thank him for his dedication and service to our patients and their families. He is known for his work ethic and his outstanding attitude.

Congratulations to Our April Parking Spot Winner

Deborah Masterson, RN, Pre-Admission Testing, is the April winner and will have access to this special parking spot located in the visitor ramp.

Basic Needs Fair Links Community to Vital Resources

Pictured above: McLaren Flint and McLaren Health Plan Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee Members Cheryl Logan, Yvanna Marlin-Guanga, Tammie Rubel and Dr. Nicole Franklin, with a family that attended the recent Community Basic Needs Fair.

McLaren Flint and McLaren Health Plan proudly supported the 15th Annual Community Basic Needs Fair on March 23, hosted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority and the Gloria Coles Flint Public Library. This free event provided essential resources to Flint and Genesee County residents, and over 100 people participated.

More than 25 community agencies came together to provide everything from family support to healthcare to financial services and workforce development, issues that can be detrimental to a person's ability to maintain good health. McLaren Flint and McLaren Health Plan Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee members provided education and gave out door prizes and other items promoting healthy lifestyles.

Free Stroke Screenings For the Community



The Flint Stroke Coalition, led by McLaren Flint in partnership with all Genesee County hospitals, and the Genesee County Free Medical Clinic, is offering free stroke screenings to the community on the fourth Thursday of each month from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Screenings take place at the Genesee County Free Medical Clinic. To see the detailed screening schedule, click here.

The Special Things Gift Shop is open weekly on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday from 11 a.m.- 2 p.m.

UPCOMING AUXILIARY SALES

Grateful Hearts

50 Percent Off Sterling Silver Jewelry

April 24 and 25

7 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Dining Room 1

Annie's Bazaar

Handmade Items

May 3

7 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Dining Room 1

Cath Lab- "I thought everyone did a wonderful job preparing me for the heart cath. I was not nervous, and everything was explained to me."

Flint ER- "This was the second time I visited this ER. I will use it in the future if necessary."

Fenton ER- "I would absolutely recommend this facility to anyone. They listened to my concerns about my mother. They did not run unnecessary blood work or put in an IV, which she did not need.  They provided the right amount of care for my mom at the right time, were prompt, and the place was extremely clean."

4C- "The nurses were always there when I needed them and answered any questions I had."

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