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| 5 | The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f).. | ||||||
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| 9 | Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. | ||||||
| 10 | Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.).. | ||||||
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| 12 | Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) .. | ||||||
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| PROCESS TO REVIEW FORM 990 | FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11 | --------------------------- COPIES OF THE FORM 990 ARE SUBMITTED TO THE FULL BOARD VIA EMAIL PRIOR TO FILING. |
| MONITORING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY | FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12B AND 12C | --------------------------- ANNUALLY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND MEDICAL STAFF LEADERS COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE. COMPLETION OF THE ANNUAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS COORDINATED BY GENERAL COUNSEL AND EPHRAIM MCDOWELL'S CORPORATE COMPLIANCE OFFICER. THE COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRES ARE REVIEWED BY THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND THE CORPORATE COMPLIANCE OFFICER. THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IS MADE AWARE OF CONFLICTS WHICH HAVE BEEN DISCLOSED ON ANNUAL STATEMENTS. IF CONFLICTS EXISTS, THE CONFLICT IS DISCLOSED AND THE INDIVIDUAL WITH THE CONFLICT DOES NOT PARTICIPATE OF VOTE ON ACTIVITIES WHERE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST IS PRESENT. |
| PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION | FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15A AND 15B | --------------------------- EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IS PART OF AN INTERGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM WHOSE PARENT IS EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. COMPENSATION FOR ALL AFFILIATES IS OVERSEeN AND COORDINATED THROUGH EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. THE MERCER GROUP, INDEPENDENT CONSULTANTS, CONDUCTED A REVIEW IN 2012 FOR ESTABLISHING REASONABLE COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES FOR THE SYSTEM. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO UTILIZED COMPENSATION STUDIES. THE COMPENSATION IS APPROVED BY THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE OF THE EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE DECISION AND PROCESS IS DOCUMENTED BY THE COMMITTEE. |
| MAKING FORMS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC | FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 | --------------------------- THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. |
| COMMON PAYMASTER | FORM 990, PART V, LINE 2A | --------------------------- EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IS THE COMMON PAYMASTER FOR THE FOLLOWING RELATED ORGANIZATIONS: EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH RESOURCE, INC. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION, INC. JOHN HILL BAILEY CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER, INC. EMHFL, INC. COOPERATIVECARE, INC. ALL SALARIES AND PAYROLL TAXES ARE REPORTED ON A CONSOLIDATED FORM 941. THE EIN ON THE FORM 941 IS 61-0492356. |
| MEMBERS OF THE ORGANIZATION | FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6, 7A & 7B | --------------------------- EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. IS THE SOLE CORPORATE MEMBER OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC., A RELATED 501(C)(3) ENTITY, IS THE PARENT ORGANIZATION OF AN INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. ELECTS BOARD MEMBERS OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. THE BYLAWS OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER REQUIRE APPROVAL OF CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS BY EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS | FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A | --------------------------- Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center (EMRMC) is a not-for-profit, 222-bed licensed level III trauma center dedicated to serving the health and wellness needs of the populations of Boyle, Lincoln, Mercer, Garrard, Casey and Washington Counties. EMRMC scope of services include: behavioral health, cancer care center, outpatient cancer care, cardiac care services, critical care, diabetes and endocrinology, diagnostic services, level III trauma/emergency care center, Kids Can Do pediatric therapy center, laboratory services, medical-surgical services, orthopedic/spine care, pastoral care, pain management center, pulmonology, rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, surgical services, vascular services, orthopedic/neuro, volunteer/auxiliary, women's health services and wound healing center. Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center for Fiscal Year 2013 experienced 7,940 admissions including nursery, and 42,043 patient days for all services including nursery and observation days. Observation patient days for FY 2013 totaled 3,303 verses 2,429 for 36 percent increase over FY 2012 volume. Outpatient registrations (including ER visits) increased by nine percent to 133,428 as compared to 122,536 in FY 2012. Surgical procedures at EMRMC fell six percent in FY 2013 to 4,830 as compared to 5,155 in FY 2012. The ambulatory surgical center volume decrease in FY 2013 by one percent to 6,569 procedures verses 6,614 in FY 2012. Community Health Education --------------------------- Cancer Eduction - Over 1,000 individuals participated in skin cancer awareness events at InterCounty Energy; 250 at Lincoln County Relay for Life; 250 at Mercer County Beef Festival; and over 500 at Casey County Apple Festival. Approximately 900 regional 4-H campers received sun screen, lip balm and sun safety education. Additionally various sports groups received sun safety products and education. EPA sun safety literature, sun screen and lip balm with sun screen was distributed to re-enforce the message of sun safety. Seven thousand two hundred and forty sun safety items were distributed at twelve sites. All funded by Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF). CPR/First Aid - Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF) funded CPR/AED/First Aid education for thirty-five 9th Grade Academy students in Mercer County. One student performed CPR on a sibling that was not breathing and saved his life CPR/first aid was also provided for eight congregates from the health ministries supported by Community Service. CPR/first aid training was also provided to thirty-five teen leaders as part of their leadership training at Camp Feltner, at no charge. Another event provided CPR/first aid for 105 4-H leaders. A total of 142 community members from the service area, spanning in age from teens to senior citizens, were trained in CPR/first aid at no cost to the individuals. Education Website/Community Publication - Eleven editions of the Health Ministry/Faith Community Nursing newsletter were produced, and distributed in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina. The intent is to provide relevant and current information to the congregations. All information can be reproduced and used for congregation information/education. Exercise/Fitness - In collaboration with the regional 4-H chapter, Wilderness Trace YMCA, and McDowell Wellness Center 3,292 children school age through teens were served. Venues included Mercer County horse camp, Healthy Kids Day and Feltner 4H camp. The focus was developing leadership skills, promoting physical activity, and encouraging healthy life style habits. Health Fairs - Services were offered at 176 events at 87 sites in Boyle, Lincoln, Garrard, Mercer, Casey, and Washington Counties with focus on reaching at risk and vulnerable populations. Including all programs, over 26,407 community contacts occurred (screenings, education, support groups, etc.). Forty-five percent of participants were male; 55 percent were female. Ninety-three percent of clients served were Caucasian, five percent were African America, one percent Hispanic, and less than one percent were other; this reflects the population of the region. Sixty-three percent of participants served within our health ministry programs had a household income below $35,000; of the total population served by community service 65 percent had a household income less than $35, 000. Twenty-two percent were unemployed that were served within the health ministry program; 18 percent of the total population served by the department were unemployed. Thirty-five percent of the participants within the health ministry programs were retired, compared to 36 percent in the total population served. Twenty-one percent of those served were uninsured. Forty-six percent of those served through the health ministry programs did not have a primary care provider compared to 33 percent of all participants served. A registered nurse (RN) met with each client to develop a written plan to decrease their life style associated health risk factors. At each screening, referral options were provided including Hope Clinic, reduced fee program and primary provider listing for the region for the uninsured participant. Forty-seven percent of screening tests were abnormal (very similar to 2012 ) with 22 percent requiring a referral to primary care; down from 25 percent in 2012. Parish Nursing Program - Grant funding from Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation, O'Donnell Scholars, and Margaret T. Stoeckinger Foundation made possible the Faith Community Nursing educational programs. The Faith Community Nursing Foundation Course in the spring of 2013 produced eight graduates and an Advanced Faith Community Nursing Module offered in Danville, August 2013 had 24 participants that completed the 12 hour course. A partnership with Eastern Kentucky University (EKU) made possible both KBN and ANCC credits for the course participants. Faith Community Nursing (FCN) faculty provided consultation to the Manchester Hospital chaplaincy group regarding health ministry/faith community nursing within congregations to bridge care for at risk individuals. There were 16 volunteer chaplains representing multiple denominations in Clay County. FCN faculty also served as faculty for the Tri-State Foundations Course in Southern Indiana in collaboration with the University of Southern Indiana. Eighty-seven participants have completed the faith community nursing foundations course since its inception at EMRMC in 2008 and serve as volunteers within their congregations. These community partners serve in 23 counties within the Commonwealth of Kentucky and support persons of all denominations. Eleven health ministry newsletters were created and disseated to health ministry partners in Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Virginia and North Carolina. School-Based Programs - High school aged students were involved in the building of a canvas, selection of a famous painting, reproducing a painting, and an opening night at the Community Art Center culminating in the auction of their painting. This is both a skill building project and a self-esteem enhancing project (Rosenbum). Students from Boyle County, Danville, and Bruce Hall Day Treatment Center participated in the program, producing 74 paintings. There were 726 community patrons on opening night; an additional 785 community visitors viewed the showing at the Community Art Center during the month of May. In collaboration with the Boyle County School District nurses, height/weight/body mass index was completed for 716 middle school students. The Perkins risk assessment was completed for 850 high school students. Approximately 30 percent of students were referred for follow-up. Nine hundred Boyle County High School students participated in the spring safety fair. The focus was the role of alcohol and driving impaired using the breathalyzer to demonstrate. Seventy area teens participated in the District 4-H Teen Summit. Community Service staff collaborated with Boyle County 4-H on this project. A total of 4,077 youth from Mercer, Boyle, Casey, Garrard, Lincoln, Powell, Estill, Jessamine counties were served through these venues. Speakers Bureau (Health Topics) - The speakers' bureau reached 3,352 individuals, through venues including service clubs, churches, professional groups, teen programs, governing boards and colleges. Topics included heart health, stroke risk, leadership, health ministry, care for the care giver, end of life decisions, and skin cancer prevention and warning signs. There were twenty-three sites across the commonwealth. |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | This was the fifth year to be part of the Centre Expo to recruit student volunteers for work in the community to decrease stroke risk. This is an excellent event for meeting students and introducing them to the concept of population health. A new offering in FY 2013 was "Violence in the Health Care Setting" presented to the Kentucky Hospital Association Safety Officers and engineers presented in Louisville by the Ephraim McDowell Health System Safety Director. Other new programs included a T'weens program for twenty-three middle school children and a senior adult program related to use of compression stockings by a physical therapist. Community Health Education -Self Help -------------------------------------- Fitness/Exercise - Fifty jump ropes donated by the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary were provided to the Hogsett Elementary School for a fitness project with the students. One hundred balls were also provided to the Hogsett Elementary students as part of the student fitness project. This is a volunteer led after school program with an at risk student population. Tobacco/Smoking Cessation - One hundred forty four individuals were referred to the area health departments for smoking cessation assistance. This is a eight percent referral rate; down from 16 percent the prior year. The decline in adults reporting tobacco use is believed to be attributed to the passage of no smoking ordinance in some of the communities served. A statewide ordinance has been drafted by some of the agencies (FHK, SoAHEC, etc.) for consideration by the legislature during the 2014 session. Stress Management - Two hundred nineteen individuals were screened using the perceived stress scale or the stress vulnerability scale at six sites. Community Health Education - Support Groups ------------------------------------------ Alzheimer's - Ten Alzheimer's Support Group meetings were facilitated by an advanced practice mental health practitioner. The group serves both patients and care-givers/family. Given the incidence rate of stroke and the aging of the population it is anticipated the need for this service will continue to grow in this region. Community-Based Clinical Services-Health Screenings --------------------------------------------------- Asthma Screening - Lung capacity was used to screen for lung function at five sites. Two hundred-ninety individuals were screened. Thirty-three percent were referred for further evaluation. Blood Pressure Screening - Blood pressure screenings were offered at 32 sites, serving 1,342 individuals. Eighty-two percent of clients had a blood pressure reading that exceeded the recommended range by the American Heart Association (AHA). Those classified as pre-hypertension received instructions for monitoring and recording as well as dietary instructions related to low sodium diet. Those that were on medications but exceed the recommend range were instructed to share the finding with their primary care provider. Those at stroke level were transported for immediate follow-up by a physician. Blood pressure control is a factor in cardiovascular risk reduction. This factor continues to increase, as does body mass index, in spite of client education. Cancer -Colorectal Screening - The Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF) funded colorectal screening at 24 sites for a total distribution 267 kits with a 50 percent return rate. Kits were distributed in six counties. Sites included churches, senior citizen centers, wellness center, assisted living facilities, health departments, clinics, hospital lobbies, and the county extension service offices. There was a five percent referral rate up from two percent the prior year. We attribute the increase in the outreach in Casey, Garrard and Washington Counties. Even though 100 fewer kits were distributed, the return rate was up eight percent and referral rate was up 3 percent. We attribute the change to reaching a more at risk population. Cancer -Mammography/Breast - A HRSA Outreach grant funded education, screening and early detection of breast cancer through the Woman to Woman program in the six county service area. There were 109 mammograms provided through the outreach service during the wrap of this grant. Cancer- Skin Screening - The Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF) funded skin cancer screening by a licensed independent practitioner during May and June. Seventy-seven individuals were seen. Sixty-nine percent were female; 30 percent male. Fifty percent stated on an exit survey that they would not have seen their doctor for a skin cancer screen; down from sixty-two response in 2012. Eighty-two percent had a primary care provider; compared to 89 percent the prior year. Thirty-six percent were referred to a specialist for follow-up care compared to 42 percent in 2012. Sun safety school age children and continues across the life span and has been a consistent message and focus of the community service work plan since 2008. Cholesterol Testing - Total cholesterol was measured for 1,251 clients in six counties at 39 sites within health ministries and community settings with 35 percent of participants exceeding the recommend range as set by AHA; down from 42 percent in 2012. We attribute the change to the focus on cardiovascular risk reduction work being done with the HRSA Outreach grant to help clients track and improve their cardiovascular (CV) risk profile. Within the lipid panel 60 percent of participants had one or more measure outside the recommended range. 2013 was the first year we have offered cholesterol testing to children age 12-18, if accompanied by a custodial parent. We did not have a statistically significant number of participants in the pediatric age range. Derma Scan for Sun Damage - EMHCF funded the purchase of the DermaView equipment for screening for sun damage in the region due to the increase in skin cancer and the agrarian lifestyle in the region. Seventy individuals were screened at 4 sites with 26 percent of participants were referred to their primary care provider for follow-up care down from a 36 percent referral rate in FY 2012. Diabetes Screening - Blood glucose testing conducted on 1,251 participants. Thirteen percent exceeded the recommended range as set by the American Diabetes Association compared to 28 percent in FY 2012. No one was below the recommended range. This represents a 24 percent increase in the number of individuals screened between FY 2012 and FY 2013. This is the first year that glucose testing was offered to children age 12-18, if accompanied by a custodial parent. Again the number of pediatric participants was not statistically significant. Mental Health/Depression Screening - The Beck Depression Scale was used to screen for depression in at risk groups at two sites involving 109 individuals. Twelve individuals (11%) were referred for follow-up by a mental health provider. This reflects a three percent increase in the referral rate and may be a function of our aging baby boomer population. The Caucasian male at retirement is very vulnerable for depression and this fits our population demographics. Nutrition/Obesity Screening - Height, weight, percent body fat, calculated body mass index (BMI) was offered at 43 sites in six counties with 1,220 adult participants. Seventy-nine percent of the participants exceeded the recommend range; compared to 75 percent in 2012. Again, BMI and blood pressure are two CVD risk factors that continue to increase. Eighty percent of life style change is implementation of the change; twenty percent is the knowledge. The HRSA Outreach grant is focusing on providing the knowledge and for those that choose also encouragement in the implementation of the change. Stroke Screening - The American Stroke Association Stroke Risk Scorecard became the standard tool for screening for stroke risk within the department in fiscal year 2012. Stroke risk screening was conducted at 33 sites in six counties involving 913 participants with a 23 percent referral rate. This is one of three screening tests that has resulted in direct referral and transport to emergency care. Five hundred ninety nine clients were screened for signs and symptoms of sleep apnea or sleepiness at 24 sites using the Kentucky Sleep Society assessment tool. Twelve percent reported sleepiness in the moderate or above category; 31percent reported three or more symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and were provide information for further evaluation. | |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | Women's Health Screening - Funding by HRSA Outreach grant contributed $31,987 for women's health screenings for the purpose of prevention and early detection. Services offered included: - Mammograms - Pap smears - Lipid panel - Glucose - Dexa scan for osteoporosis - Lung function - Body Mass Index - DermaView for sun damage - Blood pressure - Stress vulnerability scale - Patient education material - Sleep disturbance - Stroke Risk ScoreCard - RN consult The goal of this event was for the women we served to realize that the well-being of both body and mind was something often overlooked. We reached out to local business to see if they would like to be a participant in this endeavor and the response was overwhelming. Presentations were given by Ephraim McDowell Wellness Center; Cooking on a budget; ROC Martial Art, Danville Chiropractic, Ephraim McDowell out-patient pharmacy; Essentials Yoga Studio and Hair by Rhonda. One hundred ninety-six participants were served during this 8 hour event hosted by the Boyle County Extension. Community-Based Clinical Services-Immunizations -------------------------------------------------- Flu Shots - Flu shots were administered at 18 sites in Mercer, Lincoln, Boyle, Garrard, and Washington Counties to 496 individuals age 12 and above; representing a 34 percent increase in the number immunized. Primary sites were churches and the stockyards. Community-Based Clinical Services-Nonbilled/Reduced -fee Clinic (Hospital Based) -------------------------------------- Hope Clinic & Pharmacy - Hope Clinic and Pharmacy served 213 patients (a 16 percent decrease from 2012) and provided 1,001 clients visits for chronic disease management; a new record high. This eleven percent increase in visits was possible in part due to a pilot project to test the effectiveness of shared visits in a free rural health clinic to manage chronic disease. Eighty-six individuals were screened by The Salvation Army for Hope Clinic; 82 were seen. 2013 had a six percent increase in the number of individuals screened for Hope Clinic. To qualify for Hope Clinic & Pharmacy an individual must have one or more of the following diagnoses: hypertension, diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and/or gastro esophageal reflux disease, be uninsured and with a household income below 150% of the federal poverty level. All staff members are volunteers except the part-time LIP and part-time office manager. The clinic is managed by a community advisory board with members from the Boyle County Health Department, Danville Presbyterian Church, Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation, Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Heart of Kentucky United Way, and the Salvation Army. The clinic was started due to community need by a collaboration of the key board members and is a department of EMRMC. Blood Drive - One hundred nineteen units of blood were donated through blood drives at the health system. Staff that are on duty are paid during the time they are involved in the donation process. are involved in the donation process. Health Professions Education ----------------------------- Continuing Health Professions Education - The Director for Rehabilitation Services Department serves on Physical Therapy Health Professions Board Meeting for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Issues of the profession were addressed including educational requirements, licensure, reimbursement, scope of service and professional practice standards. Interns, Residents and Fellows - EMRMC had two Emergency Medicine Residents in FY 2013; up from none in FY 2012. Both were from the University of Kentucky. Medical Students - Twenty-two medical students rotated through emergency services, anesthesia, OB or surgical services with EMRMC medical staff mentors. Students were from UK or University of Pikeville. Eleven PA students rotated though emergency, pediatrics, surgical, or internal medicine services. Three advanced practice nurses rotated through emergency services or primary care clinic in FY 2013. Nursing - Three hundred ninety two completed their clinical experience or practicum at EMRMC in FY 2013. Educational partners included Campbellsville University, University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, Midway College, Kentucky State University, Northern Kentucky University, Bluegrass Community & Technical College, Loyola University, and Frontier Nursing Programs. Other Allied Health Professions - Fifty nine individuals enrolled and 52 completed the Medicare CNA course with a pass rate of 100 percent. For individuals not completing the CNA course, causes of withdrawal from the class were either health issues or family crisis. EMRMC served as a clinical site for students from multiple disciplines from the following institutions: Utah State, Spaulding University, Bellarmine University, Jefferson Community College, Eastern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, St. Catherine's College, Midway College, Central Kentucky Technical College, Lindsey Wilson College, Kentucky State University, Indiana Wesleyan, Campbellsville University, Marietta College, Murray State, Somerset Community College, Centre College, University of Cincinnati, Union College, Cumberland University, and University of Louisville health sciences. Thirty-two high school students had a shadowing experience at EMRMC in FY 2013. Research ------------- Community Health Research - HRSA Outreach Grant: Healthy People: Healthy Communities targeted cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factor reduction in a rural population. Lincoln, Garrard, Mercer and Boyle County Health Departments and Boyle County Extension Office collaborate with EMRMC on this grant. Four hundred and nineteen individuals were screened by this project in FY 2013. Screening included cholesterol (either total or lipid panel) glucose (either fasting or non-fasting), body mass index, blood pressure, pulse check for atrial fibrillation, family history of stroke, tobacco use, and activity level. Results of testing are recorded on the Stroke Risk Scorecard. The Healthy People: Healthy Communities study has institutional review board approval. Enrollment for the study opened in September 1, 2012 with 3,175 tests completed; 49% (1616) of test results exceeding the recommended range. One hundred twenty-seven individuals (30%) were referred to a primary care provider for follow-up. Two hundred eighteen individuals (52%) consented to participate in the study with follow-up by an RN. These services were funded by HRSA at a cost of $100,329. Good Samaritan Foundation- Group Visits for Management of Chronic Disease in a Rural Free Clinic - The one year pilot to determine the effectiveness of shared health care visits for low-income, uninsured individuals who have uncontrolled chronic Type II Diabetes Mellitus or Hypertension ended August 30, 2013. This was a nurse led intervention related to self-management of chronic disease with free clinic patients. There were 43 participants from a small convenience sample. There were a total of 30 group meetings addressing self-care and self-management for those with chronic disease. This was an IRB approved study. The intervention was moderately effective in achieving the goal of reducing HbA1c 0.05 or greater with the diabetic population: 43% met goal, 2 individuals maintained; and 2 showed slight increase. The hypertension management group outcomes showed: 56% met the goal of reducing systolic blood pressure 10 mmHg or more; 1 individual maintained; and 2 individuals increased. Other findings included that 26% of the participants reduced their diastolic blood pressure 10 mmHg or more. Of the Diabetes Group there was improvement in HbA1c, blood pressure and weight; all positive health risk reduction measures. Financial Donations for the Community - In Kind ---------------------------------------------- Personnel/Administrative Support - Community Service staff served on the planning committee for the Kentucky Volunteer Forum. Some of this work was then replicate at the regional level. A staff member serves on the Boyle County 4-H Counsel. Community Service staff participate in both the Boyle and Lincoln Counties Integrated School Health Committee. This all volunteer group works to improve the School Health Index issues that have community impact. An advanced practice nurse serves on the Lincoln County Health Department Board. A staff member serves on the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky Board and subcommittees. A staff member serves on the governing board for Christian Care Communities, addressing affordable, safe housing for the elderly in the commonwealth. The rehabilitation services director serves on the Physical Therapy Board. A staff member from marketing serves on The Salvation Army Board. | |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | Community Building Activities ----------------------------- Coalition Building - Community Service staff served in two statewide planning sessions with District 4-H leaders related to the annual Kentucky youth leadership conference. There was a total of 75 individuals involved in the conference planning process. Community Health Improvement Advocacy - Community Service staff served on the board of the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky and served on the finance and ambassador committees in addition to their board membership advocating for improve access to care, better built environment and improved nutrition. FHK endowed chairs at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville to focus on public health issues in rural Kentucky. Community Service staff served on the executive, governance, and workforce committees for Christian Care Communities Board advocating for safe housing and care for the elderly. Community Service staff supported the education of health care professionals by serving on the board of the Southern Area Health Education Council. Community Service staff served as community faculty for University of Kentucky with participation in community research, education and performance improvement. Community Service staff served on the board of the Mercer County Health Department. Rehabilitation Services staff served on the Physical Therapy Board and participated at the Legislative Day in Frankfort to address rehabilitation needs in the Commonwealth. Leadership Development/Training for Community Members - Community Service staff collaborated with 4-H staff related to three events to provide leadership and skill development for a total of 40 students within the district. Workforce Development - The Southern Area Health Education Council is involved in the education of health professionals in rural South-Central Kentucky and health policy. Staff participated in two regional board meetings and the screening and selection for the Youth Health Careers Camp (an on campus emergence in health science experience for high school age students) at the University of Kentucky. Community Services staff presented the "Brain Saver" program at the Black & Gold Academy. This was a summer enrichment program focused on health careers and science conducted in collaboration with the Boyle County School System, SoAHEC, and the medical center. Community Benefit Operations ----------------------------- Dedicated Staff - There was a dedicated staff of four full time staff plus flex RNs and Technicians that work as needed within the community service department and are funded by the health system. The staff was comprised of a grant writer, children's program coordinator, faith community nursing coordinator and the executive director. Total salary expense for dedicated community benefit staff was $322,845 for FY 2013. Community Service total expense was $360,224. There was a part-time RN project director dedicated to the Healthy People: Health Community research and outreach program funded by the HRSA outreach grant. The cardiovascular risk reduction grant expended $100,329 in HRSA funds during FY 2013. There was a part time project director for the Woman to Woman HRSA Outreach grant. There was a final massive outreach related to Women's Health in FY 2013 with grant expenditures of $31,987. There was a part time nurse practitioner and office manager for the Hope Clinic. Salary expenses were $8,712 for FY 2013. The reporting structure is that all report to community services and share space and office and resources. The department then reports to the Ephraim McDowell Health System CNO/COO with reports to the governing board with annual work plan and budget approved by the governing board. |
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