| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 6 |
As per the by-laws, each of the entities has one "member", that being Atlantic Health System, Inc. There are no other members or classes of membership whatsoever as indicated in the by-laws. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a |
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is the only "member" which wholly owns each of the entities. As a result, Atlantic Health System, Inc. may elect the members of the governing bodies for each of the entities. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7b |
Atlantic Health System, Inc. is the only "member" which wholly owns each of the entities. As a result, Atlantic Health System, Inc. approves the decisions of the governing bodies. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 |
The 2013 IRS 990 was distributed to Senior Management and the Board of Trustees for their review. Any comments were addressed accordingly. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c |
We require disclosure of potential conflicts. This policy governs all personnel at Atlantic, including Board Members. Additionally, the Board Committee members must fill out annual disclosures with specific questions regarding potential conflicts. For potential conflicts involving employees, conflicts involving business relationships require prior disclosure and approval by the Compliance Officer (General Counsel). Conflicts involving Board members require approval from the Compliance Officer and the head of the Audit Committee, who may refer those conflicts to the Compliance Committee of the Board. Restrictions are fact-dependent, but may include recusal from deliberations regarding subject matter affected by the conflict. |
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- A review of officer compensation by an independent 3rd party (Integrated Healthcare Strategies) is completed every year. The most recent survey was conducted in 2013. Officers include President and CEO AH, VP HR & CAO, VP Finance & CFO, VP Legal Affairs, VP Quality & Chief Medical Officer, AHS; VP Government Affairs; VP, Behavioral & Integrative Medicine & CIO, VP Finance & Treasurer, VP AHS & President OH, VP AH & President MMC, and VP AHS & President NMC; VP, System Development & Chief Strategy Officer. In 12/15/2013, VP AHS & President CCM. - On behalf of Atlantic Health, Integrated Healthcare Strategies conducts an annual total compensation survey based on appropriate comparability data for like positions in like organizations. - The results of the survey are presented to the Executive Compensation Committee of the board which documents the findings and recommendations in committee minutes. - Compensation for key physicians is determined by soliciting salary data from 3 to 4 published sources. These salary recommendations are then reviewed with the MD Contract Committee and approved by the Physician Compensation Committee of the board. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 18 |
Currently each site of the organization retains copies of the filed IRS 990 for the last three years and IRS Form 1023 with the most senior management's assistant. Public disclosure of these IRS 990's can be made at any time at each of the organization's sites. In addition, the 990 is posted on the website "www.foundationcenter.org" and "guidestar.org". |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 |
The organization does not currently make it's financial statements open to public disclosure but the statement of financial position is available by accessing the Form 990. The governing documents and conflict of interest polices are not currently made available to the public. |
| Form 990, Part XI, line 9: |
Net Assets released from capital restrictions 7,168,680. Government grants used for capital purchases 151,152. Change in funded status of benefit plans 153,602,919. Increase/Decrease in permanently restricted net assets 5,404,322. Increase/Decrease in temporarily restricted net assets 782,811. |
| 2013 Community Benefit Report |
Atlantic Health System offers world-class medicine through its three medical centers-Morristown Medical Center (MMC), Overlook Medical Center (OMC), and Newton Medical Center (NMC) and their outstanding physicians, procedures and technologies. In 2013, we had more than 818,000 patient encounters at our medical centers. In addition to treating patients, Atlantic Health System provides many benefits to the community. In 2013, Atlantic Health System contributed over $106 million to continue improving the health and well-being of the people we serve in the communities of Northern New Jersey, Pike County in Pennsylvania and southern Orange County in New York. Of which, $ 72.5 million was the cost of delivering free and discounted health care services to the poor, uninsured, aged, and others who need a safety net. $4.3 million was spent providing a broad array of community programs related to health care missions and responding to needs in the community touching over 2.6 million individuals, $ 988,500 was contributed to other not-for-profits and community organizations, and $ 28.4 million was provided in services needed in the community despite a negative margin to our health system. At Atlantic Health System, we also support a vibrant graduate medical education program, currently encompassing 280 residents and fellows. In addition, we contribute substantially to the local economy, purchasing millions of dollars in goods and services and employing over 11,700 people. Atlantic Health System's medical centers mission of caring is matched by our commitment to service. We are committed to using our resources to make a meaningful difference in the quality of life for members of our community. Atlantic Health System is privileged to play a role in the lives of so many people in the community. This report serves to measure the value of our medical centers to the community. Atlantic Health System Executive Summary Atlantic Health System is one of New Jersey's largest not-for-profit health systems. We offer world-class health care through our three medical centers - Morristown Medical Center (MMC), Overlook Medical Center (OMC), and Newton Medical Center (NMC) - which are known for their outstanding physicians, procedures and technologies. Atlantic Health System is committed to improving the health status of the communities it serves, and provides community benefit as part of a measured approach to meeting identified health needs in the community. In 2013, Atlantic Health System contributed $106,310,429 in community benefit to the communities of Northern New Jersey. Community benefit includes charity care, subsidized health services, uncompensated Medicaid services, community health activities and financial contributions to community-based health organizations. Of this total, $52,556,247 was provided by Morristown Medical Center, $43,533,084 by Overlook Medical Center, and $ 10,221,098 by Newton Medical Center. Health Care Atlantic Health System's Board of Trustees adopted a new vision statement that is guiding Atlantic Health System in the future. This new vision statement, "Empowering our communities to be the healthiest in the nation, allows Atlantic Health System to increase its focus on prevention and the well-being of our communities. Atlantic Health System's mission is: -Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable patient care within a healing culture -Educate, in an exemplary manner, present and future health care professionals -Innovate through leadership Atlantic Health System has conducted a Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for each of its three Medical Centers in compliance with the requirements of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (Pub.L. No. 111-148). The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act's intent is to accomplish three objectives: provide care for more people, make the health care system easier to use and lower the cost of care without sacrificing quality. The CHNA provided Atlantic Health System the opportunity to assess the current needs of its populations in Northern New Jersey, Pike County in Pennsylvania and southern Orange County in New York, while keeping a watchful eye on health disparities and matching community benefit resources to address the health priorities of the community. Atlantic Health System's medical centers (MMC, OMC and NMC), in partnership with its diverse array of community representatives, have developed action plans to respond to its identified community needs. The medical centers chose priorities related to prevention and, in line with the National Prevention Strategy (National Prevention Council, 2011), to affect a broad range of health factors and outcomes before they cause significant problems in the future. Atlantic Health System's world-class facilities feature state-of-the-art equipment in a comfortable, family-friendly environment that puts patients first. Our nationally recognized physicians, experienced nurses and skilled staff provide outstanding and compassionate care. Atlantic Health System physicians are leaders in such specialties as pediatrics, orthopedics, cancer care, rehabilitation medicine, women's health, cardiovascular care, sports medicine and neuroscience. Morristown Medical Center is renowned for the breadth and expertise of its cardiac services, performing the most heart surgeries in New Jersey. According to U.S. News & World Report, Morristown Medical Center is ranked nationally as the Best Hospital in three specialties, including cardiology & heart surgery, geriatrics and gynecology and is the Best Regional Hospital in eight specialties, including cancer, diabetes and endocrinology, gastroenterology and GI Surgery, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, orthopedics, pulmonology, and urology. Overlook Medical Center was the first hospital in the Northeast to offer the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System, a leading technology for precision radiation treatment of prostate cancer, brain tumors, spine, lung, liver and pancreatic cancers. According to U.S. News & World Report, Overlook Medical Center is the Best Regional Hospital in seven specialties, including gastroenterology and GI surgery, geriatrics, gynecology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, pulmonology, and urology. Overlook Medical Center is the regional leader for comprehensive stroke care and neuroscience. Newton Medical Center offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient programs and services in a state-of-the-art environment. Newton Medical Center is affiliated with the finest physicians in the region and also has a staff of specialists representing more than 40 medical specialties and subspecialties. They include cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, oncology, orthopedics, pediatric neurology, and reconstructive surgery. Atlantic Health System is a member of the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) network of hospitals. Rutgers CINJ is one of the nation's 40 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers and the only one in New Jersey. Some of the awards and recognition for our quality programs and dedication to leading technology include: - The Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission for Primary Stroke Centers: Atlantic Health System stroke centers. - CEO Cancer Gold Standard accreditation for commitment to the health of employees and their families. - A member of AllSpire Health Partners an alliance of seven hospital systems that addresses quality, population health management, best practices and medical research in the Northeast region. - Top Doctors by New Jersey Monthly and Castle Connolly Medical Ltd. - Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission with Disease-Specific Care Certifications for Joint Replacement Programs in the Hip, Knee, and Spine Categories: Morristown Medical Center - Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service by American Nurses Credentialing Center and Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence by American Association of Critical Care Nurses: Morristown Medical Center. - Three-Year Approval with Outstanding Achievement from the American College of Surgeons' Commission on Cancer: Overlook Medical Center. - Three-Year Approval with Commendation from the American College of Surgeon' Commission on Cancer: Morristown Medical Center. - Three Year Accreditation with the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC) Overlook Medical Center. Outreach Award from BMW and Susan B. Komen Foundation. - Three year Accreditation and Breast Center of Excellence from the American College of Radiology: Overlook Medical Center and Morristown Medical Center - Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society for Chest Pain Centers: Overlook Medical Center |
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- The Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission for Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Certification: Morristown Medical Center. - Hospital of the Year: 2013 NJBIZ Healthcare Heroes Awards: Morristown Medical Center. - The ACTION Registry-GWTG Gold Performance Achievement Award from the American College of Cardiology Foundation and American Heart Association: Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center. - Joint Commission Accreditation: Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, Atlantic Home Care and Hospice. - Joint Commission Wound Healing Program certification: Overlook Medical Center - Under Sea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) Seal of Approval: Overlook Medical Center. - Level IV Epilepsy Center: Overlook Medical Center. - Center of Excellence in Bariatric Surgery from the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Overlook Medical Center. - Accreditation for the School of Cardiovascular Technology by the Commission for the Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs: Morristown Medical Center. - Accreditation with the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for the Surgery, Internal Medicine and Family Medicine Residency Programs. Health Professions Education Atlantic Health System strengthens communities by training New Jersey's future health care professionals. In 2013, Atlantic Health System trained 280 residents and fellows, 192 at Morristown Medical Center and 88 at Overlook Medical Center. AHS graduated 66 residents from various programs in June 2013. 30 of these graduates chose to pursue fellowship training. 20 stayed in the Atlantic Health System catchment area: of these, 5 stayed on as chief residents, 4 pediatricians, 3 practiced in OB/GYN, 1 stayed on as an OMC Internal Medicine faculty member, 2 podiatrists, 3 family medicine physicians, and 2 stayed for fellowship training. In addition, Atlantic Health System provides third- and fourth-year medical students with clinical educational experiences. Atlantic Health System is the primary academic affiliate in New Jersey of The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (ISMMS). The affiliation provides opportunities for student rotations, faculty teaching and appointments, and research and clinical collaborations. Atlantic Health System also maintains medical school affiliations with, New York-Presbyterian Hospital, St. George's University Medical School, Rutgers- New Jersey Medical School,Rowan School of Osteopathic Medicine and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School. These affiliations have the added benefit of enabling Atlantic Health System to offer patients the opportunity to participate in the latest clinical trials and allowing us to provide even more advanced care. In addition, rotating residents are sent to Atlantic Health System from the following institutions: - Lenox Hill Hospital (Morristown Medical Center- Orthopedic Sports Medicine) - Mountainside Hospital (Overlook Medical Center Pediatrics) - New York Presbyterian Hospital (Overlook Medical Center- Surgery) - Rutgers- New Jersey Medical School (Overlook Medical Center Orthopedic Surgery) - Rutgers- Robert Wood Johnson (Overlook Medical Center Colorectal Surgery) - Warren Hospital (Atlantic Health System - Pediatrics) - Meadowlands Hospital (Morristown Medical Center Radiology) Atlantic Health System underwent a Clinical Learning Environment Review (CLER) by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) in November 2012, making us the 8th institution in the country to participate in this new type of survey which assesses sponsoring institutions in six focus areas: - Patient Safety - Quality Improvement - Transitions in Care - Supervision - Duty Hours, Fatigue Management and Mitigation - Professionalism A report was received from the ACGME in April 2013 which outlined areas on which to focus in the next 18 months, when the next survey will take place. Since 2009, Atlantic Health System has been collaborating with Drew University to offer a certificate of Medical Humanities to medical residents. The three-year program yielded its first 12 graduates in May 2012. In 2013, another group of internal medicine and family medicine residents were conferred degrees. Atlantic Health System also hosts several allied health certificate programs; over 5,023 emergency medical technicians were trained through the EMT basic course, EMT refresher course, and continuing education units in 2013. Economic Development Atlantic Health System contributes significantly to economic development in the region. We are one of New Jersey's largest private employers with 11,776 employees. In 2013, for the 5th year in a row, Atlantic Health System was honored to be among the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For the only hospital system in the New Jersey and New York metropolitan area to earn this prestigious, national recognition. An important part of Atlantic Health System's mission is to improve the health status of its communities. In 2013, Atlantic Health System's Medical Centers engaged in 818,838 patient encounters, of which 72,744 were inpatient and 746,094 were outpatient. Atlantic Health System delivers high-quality safe, affordable patient care with respect and compassion within a healing culture and provides considerable benefit to the communities it serves. Morristown Medical Center In 2013, Morristown Medical Center contributed a total of $ 52,556,247 in community benefit to its service area. This includes charity care, subsidized health services, uncompensated Medicaid services, community health activities and financial contributions to community-based health organizations. Morristown Medical Center Morristown Medical Center, an acute care hospital with 687 licensed beds, has been serving the Morris County community for almost 120 years. MMC sets high standards for patient care in state-of-the-art facilities with a full range of medical specialties and services. Morristown Medical Center offers advanced technology and support services, and brings specialists renowned for their work in areas such as cancer, cardiology, emergency medicine, orthopedics, women's health, and pediatrics to New Jersey. With its advanced technology and comprehensive support services, Morristown Medical Center has attracted physicians who are leaders in such areas as cancer, cardiology, emergency medicine, orthopedics, women's health and pediatrics. This has enabled Atlantic Health System to build outstanding specialty programs within Morristown Medical Center and across Atlantic Health System. They include Carol G. Simon Cancer Center, Goryeb Children's Hospital and Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute, the largest cardiovascular surgery program in New Jersey. Morristown Medical Center is also home to the North Jersey Regional Arthritis Center. In addition, Morristown Medical Center is the official health care partner of the New York Jets and offers a comprehensive sports medicine program. As an organization, Morristown Medical Center always searches for the most effective diagnosis and treatment options for each patient. This commitment to quality patient care has earned the Medical Center national recognition: - Designated as a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, the nation's leading nursing credentialing organization. - Named a Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and a Level II Trauma Center by the state of New Jersey. - Accredited stroke trauma center, the only one in the region. - Awarded the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission with Disease-Specific Care Certifications for Joint Replacement Programs in the Hip and Knee Categories, one of 16 facilities nationwide. - Ranked in the Top 100 Hospitals for Cardiovascular Care by Thomson Reuters. - Named a Level III Regional Perinatal Center by the state of New Jersey, with a 26-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Morristown Medical Center delivers the largest number of babies in northwestern New Jersey. - Accredited by the Joint Commission. - Beacon of Safety Award from the New Jersey State Safety Council. - Hospital of the Year: 2013 NJBIZ Healthcare Heroes Awards. - Five Game Changers for Community Health Award: Morris County Branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). - Goryeb Children's Center provides comprehensive care in a warm, compassionate and patient- and family-centered environment that includes the Center for Advanced Medicine in Pediatrics (CAMP), Day Hospital, Liam's Room, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), Pediatric Unit and the Lion's Den at the Morristown Medical Center location. |
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- Goryeb Children's Center Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. In 2013, Morristown Medical Center had 429,366 patient encounters, of which 39,803 were inpatient and 389,563 were outpatient. Of these, 20,264 inpatient encounters and 231,906 outpatient encounters were with residents of Morris County, and of these, 3,540 inpatient encounters and 51,004 outpatient encounters were with residents of Morristown. Community Benefit Morristown Medical Center provides community benefit as part of a measured approach to meeting identified health needs in the community. The services highlighted herein support Morristown Medical Center's mission to improve the health status of the communities it serves. The quantifiable services highlighted in this report generate a low or negative margin, even after applying grants and other supplemental revenue. Where possible, both direct and indirect costs have been considered. Additional community benefit services not easily or inadequately portrayed quantitatively are reported in a narrative summary. 1. Charity Care Morristown Medical Center provides charity care for medical services and procedures to patients who are uninsured, under-insured or who lack financial resources to pay. In 2013, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 22,726,940. This cost has been calculated on an incurred cost basis and reflects the subsidy received from the State of New Jersey. Bad debt has also been excluded. If overhead and bad debt were included, the provision of charity care would total $ 44,780,940. 2. Subsidized Health Services Subsidized health services are clinical patient care services that are provided, despite a negative margin, because they are needed in the community. In 2013, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $11,622,588. This includes community health ($ 9,156,095), research ($ 634,232) and training ($ 1,832,261). 3. Uncompensated Medicaid Services Medicaid is a health insurance program that covers low-income parents/caretakers and dependent children, pregnant women, and people who are aged, blind or disabled. In 2013, Morristown Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 16,277,316. 4. Community Health Activities Morristown Medical Center provides a wide variety of community health activities, including health education, screening and prevention programs, and health fairs (see Appendix A). For instance, at Morristown Medical Center's screenings, participants receive individualized testing from medical professionals who then provide on-site counseling based on test results. These screenings may result in referrals to community services or agencies, or appropriate physicians. Morristown Medical Center also offers a number of ongoing support groups as well as several information and referral lines. Morristown Medical Center Blood Donor Services conducts mobile blood drives independently in the community to collect blood and platelet donations for AHS hospitals. These community health activities were held at Morristown Medical Center and at easily accessible locations through the Morristown area including: - Church of the Redeemer Soup Kitchen - Centro Biblico Church - St. Vincent Church - Family Health Center of Morristown - First Baptist Church - Head Start - Headquarters Plaza complex - Hispanic Affairs - Hispanic Evangelic Church - Homeless Solutions - Interfaith Council for the Homeless - Morris Center, Madison, West Morris, Lakeland Hills and Somerset Hills YMCAs - Morris Senior Housing Authority - Morristown Municipal Building - Neighborhood House - Pentecostal Church - Raritan Senior Center - Saint Margaret's Church - Salvation Army - ShopRite Supermarkets - Seventh Day Adventist Church - Morristown Church of Christ - Wind of the Spirit Morristown Medical Center views these community health activities as a critical component in its effort to improve the health of the community at large, particularly those community members who are underserved. In 2013, Morristown Medical Center reached more than - 913,453 community members, a total benefit to the community of $ 1,411,604. This calculation includes staff time, travel, materials and indirect costs. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Morristown Medical Center provided $ 517,799 in direct financial contributions in 2013 to the organizations listed below and others to support and enrich community-building efforts and to assist individuals and families in need. - Alliance for Lupus Research - American Cancer Society - Good Grief - American Diabetes Association - Big Brothers Big Sisters - Flying Dreams - American Heart Association - Community Soup Kitchen of Morristown - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Medical Needs Foundation - Morris County Park Commission - Jersey Battered Women's Services - Daisy Foundation - Homeless Solutions - Healing the Children NJ - Morris Habitat for Humanity - March of Dimes - Interfaith Food Pantry - Morristown Partnership - Project Fit America - United Way of Morris County - NJ AIDS Services - The Valerie Fund Morristown Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations (see Appendix B). Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 11,776 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 4,192 live in Morris County and 741 are Morristown residents. Morristown Medical Center employs 5,595 individuals. Health Professions Education Morristown Medical Center provides a clinical setting for medical education for nursing students, residents and other clinical providers. It sponsors the following accredited residency programs: - Dentistry - Emergency Medicine - Emergency Medicine/Pediatrics - Internal Medicine - OB/GYN with rotations at Overlook Medical Center - Urogynecology with rotations at Overlook Medical Center - Podiatric Surgery with rotations at Overlook Medical Center - Radiology with rotations at Overlook Medical Center - Surgery - Cardiology - Family Medicine (DO) - Sports Medicine Morristown Medical Center began its new fellowship training programs in Cardiovascular Disease and Primary Care Sports Medicine in 2011. During 2013, it trained six fellows in cardiovascular disease, four fellows in emergency medicine and pediatrics, two in Allopathic Sports Medicine, and -two in Urogynecology. In June 2012, the American Osteopathic Association granted approval for AHS/Morristown Medical Center to begin a Family Medicine osteopathic residency program. The program recruited its first residents fora July 1, 2013 start date to assist in meeting its strategic mission of recruiting and retaining primary care physicians. In total, there are 15 residents (5-MMC/5 OMC/5 NMC). More than 150 nursing students from various nursing schools, who fulfill their clinical rotation requirements, are educated every month at Morristown Medical Center. Nurses at Morristown Medical Center help students learn to deliver comprehensive nursing care in various health care settings. Morristown Medical Center also offers an external program for junior nursing students who have completed at least two clinical rotations. These students gain extra hands-on experience by working one-on-one with a preceptor in all nursing units in the hospital. In addition, Morristown's Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine provides a clinical, academic setting for training students through its one year Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) Program that is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) with didactic and clinical rotations in Microbiology, Chemistry, Hematology, Transfusion Services, Donor Services, Immunology, and Molecular Diagnostics. A completed transcript is sent to the student's affiliated college and the student is eligible to take the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) Board examination. The current academic affiliates include: Caldwell College, East Stroudsburg University, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Kean University, Rutgers University, York College of Pennsylvania, University of Scranton and Mercy College. Atlantic Health System Laboratories at MMC, OMC and NMC have an affiliated agreement with Harford Community College in Bel Air, Maryland. This online web-based Histotechnology certification program is accredited by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). This certification program provides students with an opportunity to prepare for the HT American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) national certification examination. |
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Graduates who successfully complete the exam are certified as Histology Technicians (HT). Emergency Preparedness Under the supervision of the New Jersey Department of Health and Senior Services, Morristown Medical Center is one of nine designated medical coordination centers (MCCs) designed to organize hospitals in its region to better handle communications and coordination in the event of an epidemic, terrorist attack or other large-scale emergency. The centers will provide information to each other and maintain the integrity of health care delivery in the event that an emergency situation results in mass casualties. Regional MCCs assist in coordinating overall planning, training, exercise, response and recovery activities in each of the five New Jersey Public Health regions: South, Central West, Central East, Northwest and Northeast. Morristown Medical Center is the medical coordination center in the Northwest region of New Jersey. Overlook Medical Center In 2013, Overlook Medical Center contributed a total of $43,533,084 in community benefit to the communities it served. This includes charity care, subsidized health services, uncompensated Medicaid services, community health activities and financial contributions to community-based health organizations. Overlook Medical Center Overlook Medical Center, an acute care hospital with 504 licensed beds, has been serving Summit and the Union County community for more than 100 years. Overlook Medical Center is nationally recognized. Its award-winning doctors and nurses provide the most advanced clinical care and unsurpassed patient safety in a healing, family-centered environment. Overlook Medical Center has developed a number of specialized programs: - Atlantic Neuroscience Institute houses the first comprehensive stroke center in New Jersey, offering patients groundbreaking technologies such as the Merci Retrieval System and Penumbra devices, and Trevo Stentriever. Other inpatient and outpatient services include a Pain Management Center and Concussion and Physical Rehabilitation Center, a Level IV Epilepsy Center, Movement Disorder Program, Brain Tumor Center of New Jersey and Memory and Cognitive Disorders Program - Carol G. Simon Cancer Center provides expert, comprehensive, compassionate treatment for all types of cancer using the latest medical technology. The Brain Tumor Center of New Jersey, part of the Simon Center, offers such advanced treatments such as the CyberKnife Robotic Radiosurgery System and clinical trials for new targeted brain tumor vaccines. The center ranks second in the world in the number of CyberKnife treatments completed for prostate cancer while its thyroid cancer program provides the broadest treatment available in the region. - Goryeb Children's Center provides comprehensive care in a warm, compassionate and patient- and family-centered environment that includes the Pediatric Unit and Liam's Room at the Overlook Medical Center location. - The Chest Pain Center, part of Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute, is accredited by the National Society of Chest Pain Centers. - Overlook Medical Center's Orthopedics Program has received the Gold Seal of Approval - Spine Surgery Certification from the Joint Commission. - Overlook Medical Center's Wound Healing program has been recertified by the Joint Commission and has been given the Under Sea and Hyperbaric Medical Society's (UHMS) seal of approval, showing the organization's commitment to helping patients heal faster. In addition, Overlook Medical Center is home to a center of excellence in bariatric surgery designated by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery, a pioneering wound healing program with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, a maternity center, a Level III Intensive Perinatal Unit, a pulmonary center and award-winning emergency medicine services. Thanks to these centers and other facilities, Overlook Medical Center offers comprehensive programs in breast health, pulmonary medicine, thyroid cancer, minimally invasive surgery, women's heart health, sleep medicine and adolescent eating disorders, among many others. The activities of Overlook Medical Center have had a substantial impact on the health of the surrounding communities. In 2013, Overlook Medical Center had 278,047 patient encounters, of which 24,711 were inpatient and - 253,336 were outpatient. Of these, 15,475 inpatient encounters and 154,545 outpatient encounters were with residents of Union County, and of these, 1,216 inpatient encounters and 16,764 outpatient encounters were with residents of Summit. Community Benefit Overlook Medical Center provides community benefit as part of a measured approach to meeting identified health needs in the community. Where possible, both direct and indirect costs have been considered. Additional community benefit services not easily or inadequately portrayed quantitatively are reported in a narrative summary. 1. Charity Care Overlook Medical Center provides charity care for medical services and procedures to patients who are uninsured, under-insured or who lack financial resources to pay. In 2013, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 17,950,348. This cost has been calculated on an incurred cost basis and reflects the subsidy received from the state of New Jersey. Bad debt has also been excluded. If overhead and bad debt were included, the provision of charity care would total $ 41,750,348. 2. Subsidized Health Services Subsidized health services are clinical patient care services that are provided, despite a negative margin, because they are needed in the community. In 2013, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 15,128,101. This includes community health ($ 10,448,077), research ($ 346,563) and training ($ 4,333,461). 3. Uncompensated Medicaid Services Medicaid is a health insurance program that covers low-income parents/caretakers and dependent children, pregnant women, and people who are aged, blind or disabled. In 2013, Overlook Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 7,820,400. 4. Community Health Activities Overlook Medical Center provides a wide variety of community health activities, including health education, screening and prevention programs, and health fairs (see Appendix C). For instance, at Overlook Medical Center's screenings, participants receive individualized testing from medical professionals who then provide on-site counseling based on test results. These screenings may result in referrals to community services or agencies, or appropriate physicians. Overlook has an award-winning follow-up program "Closing the Loop" that has proven to be highly successful in encouraging patients with negative screenings to get follow-up care. Community Health has received the Outreach Programs Award from the Health Research and Education Trust of New Jersey. Overlook Medical Center also offers a number of ongoing support groups as well as several information and referral lines that connect patients to parenting assistance, drug and alcohol assistance, counseling services and support groups in the community. Overlook Medical Center Blood Donor Services Department also conducts mobile blood drives independently in the community to collect blood and platelet donations for AHS hospitals. These community health activities were held at Overlook Medical Center and at easily accessible locations through the Summit area including: - Banks - Board of Health - City Hall - CVS - First Baptist Church - Fountain Baptist Church - Girl Scouts - Home Depot - Italian American Club - Liberty Drugs - Libraries - Ministerios Monte Santo - Pilgrim Baptist Church - Recreation Centers - Schools - Senior and Low Income Housing - Senior Centers - St. Teresa's Church - State Capitol - Street Fairs - Temple Emanuel - Temple Israel - Temple Zion - Town Parks - Vauxhall Family Health Center - YMCAs (Westfield, Scotch Plains/Fanwood, Summit, Berkeley Heights, Springfield and Union) Overlook Medical Center views these community health activities as a critical component in its effort to improve the health of the community at large, particularly those community members who are underserved. In 2013, Overlook Medical Center reached more than 936,925 community members, a total benefit to the community of $ 2,297,775. This calculation includes staff time, travel, materials and indirect costs. |
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5. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Overlook Medical Center provided more than $ 336,460 in 2013 to the organizations listed below and others to support and enrich community-building efforts and to assist individuals and families in need. - Morristown Neighborhood House - Department of Community Programs - American Cancer Society - Springfield Avenue Partnership - NJ Sharing Network Foundation - Arthritis Foundation - Curemonos - City of Summit - DWC Downtown Westfield 5K - SAGE Eldercare - Professional Assistance Program of NJ - National MS Society - Komen New Jersey Race for the Cure - Teddy Bear Foundation - Morris Education Foundation - Summit YMCA - Partners for Health - Boys and Girls Club of Passaic Overlook Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations (see Appendix D). Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 11,776 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 1,927 live in Union County and 274 are Summit residents. Overlook Medical Center employs 3,460 individuals. Health Professions Education Overlook Medical Center provides a clinical setting for medical education for nursing students, residents and other clinical providers. It sponsors the following accredited residency programs: - Dentistry - Family Medicine (MD & DO) - Internal Medicine (MD & DO) - Urology Fellowship with rotations at Morristown Memorial - Pediatrics - Podiatric with rotations at Morristown Medical Center - OB/GYN with rotations at Morristown Medical Center - Sports Medicine (DO) - Radiology with rotations at Morristown Medical Center Overlook Medical Center maintains osteopathic programs in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine. Currently, two positions are available for training in family medicine. Overlook trained one fellow in Allopathic Sports Medicine, one fellow in Osteopathic Sports Medicine and one fellow in Urogynecology during 2013. Newton Medical Center In 2013, Newton Medical Center contributed a total of $10,221,098 in community benefit to its service area. This includes charity care, subsidized health services, uncompensated Medicaid services, community health activities and financial contributions to community-based health organizations. Newton Medical Center Newton Medical Center, an acute care hospital with 148 licensed beds, has been serving Warren and Sussex counties in New Jersey, Pike County in Pennsylvania and southern Orange County in New York for more than 80 years. Newton Medical Center is known for its medical and technical excellence, and has emerged as a leader in diagnostic cardiac services with the opening in 2006 of The Charles L. Tice Heart Center for Diagnostic Services. The Heart Center offers the latest services in diagnostic cardiac care. In 2006, Newton Medical Center opened the Sleep Diagnostic & Treatment Center where people are treated more like hotel guests than patients. Newton Medical Center is known for providing state-of-the-art care at the most impressive and dynamic Emergency Department in the area. Equipped to handle 45,000 patient visits per year, the Emergency Department features a CT scanner and quick access to Laboratory and Radiology services. The medical center also has Psychiatric Emergency Services, which offers emergency 24-hour assistance for anyone experiencing an acute mental health emergency or crisis. In the last decade, Newton Medical Center has effectively positioned itself as a health care system with the opening of the Health & Wellness Centers in Sparta, NJ, Vernon, NJ and Milford, PA and Urgent Care Centers in Vernon, NJ, Hackettstown, NJ, and Milford, PA. The Health & Wellness Centers house physician offices, blood-draw sites, and provides radiology and other diagnostic services. They are proof of the hospital's commitment to providing quality care close to home. Sparta Health & Wellness additionally offers concussion care & Atlantic Sports Health provides sports injury prevention and treatment services at this location. At the Urgent Care Centers, no appointments are necessary and extended hours are offered. These centers are designed to care for the whole family from illness to injury including kids' school/sports physicals and drug screenings for work. The Urgent Care Centers have all the testing, diagnostic evaluations and treatment services one might require. For more serious emergencies, the Atlantic Health System Urgent Care Centers are seamlessly connected to the hospitals of Atlantic Health System including Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center and Newton Medical Center. The Charles L. Tice Heart Center for Diagnostic Services offers the latest diagnostic cardiac technology and expert care from Newton Medical Center's board-certified cardiologists. Newton Medical Center is affiliated with the finest physicians in the region and also has a staff of specialists representing more than 40 medical specialties and subspecialties. They include cardiology, endocrinology, nephrology, oncology, orthopedics, pediatric neurology, and reconstructive surgery. Newton Medical Center also provides inpatient and outpatient surgery, state-of-the-art diagnostic services, rehabilitation facilities, aftercare support, the latest and greatest technology in cardiac care, sleep diagnostics, in-house physicians available around the clock and programs for the uninsured and underinsured. Newton Medical Center takes great pride in providing these programs and services in a state-of-the-art environment and by a staff that places high priority on customer service and compassionate care. Newton Medical Center is a community-based health care provider that is dedicated to the community allowing them to be a resource not only for outstanding health care but also in community support, spirit, and pride. In 2013, Newton Medical Center had 111,425 patient encounters, of which 8,230 were inpatient and 103,195 were outpatient. 6,307 inpatient encounters and 70,373 outpatient encounters were with residents of Sussex County. And of these, 1,885 inpatient encounters and 21,970 outpatient encounters were with residents of Newton. Community Benefit Newton Medical Center provides community benefit as part of a measured approach to meeting identified health needs in the community. The services highlighted herein support Newton Medical Center's mission to improve the health status of the communities it serves. The quantifiable services highlighted in this report generate a low or negative margin, even after applying grants and other supplemental revenue. Where possible, both direct and indirect costs have been considered. Additional community benefit services not easily or inadequately portrayed quantitatively are reported in a narrative summary. 1. Charity Care Newton Medical Center provides charity care for medical services and procedures to patients who are uninsured, under-insured or who lack financial resources to pay. In 2013, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 5,303,275. This cost has been calculated on an incurred cost basis and reflects the subsidy received from the state of New Jersey. Bad debt has also been excluded. If overhead and bad debt were included, the provision of charity care would total $ 13,894,276. 2. Subsidized Health Services Subsidized health services are clinical patient care services that are provided, despite a negative margin, because they are needed in the community. In 2013, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 1,730,849. 3. Uncompensated Medicaid Services Medicaid is a health insurance program that covers low-income parents/caretakers and dependent children, pregnant women, and people who are aged, blind or disabled. In 2013, Newton Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 2,466,106. 4. Community Health Activities Newton Medical Center provides a wide variety of community health activities, including health education, screening and prevention programs, and health fairs (see Appendix A). For instance, at Newton Medical Center's screenings participants receive individualized testing from medical professionals who then provide on-site counseling based on test results. These screenings may result in referrals to community services or agencies, or appropriate physicians. Newton Medical Center also offers a number of ongoing support groups as well as several information and referral lines. The Diabetes Education Program at Newton Medical Center has received recognition for quality self-management education from the American Diabetes Association. |
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These community health activities were held at Newton Medical Center and at easily accessible locations through the Newton area including: - Green Township Municipal Building - Sussex Homestead - Newton Pharmacy - Sparta Health & Wellness Center - Project Self Sufficiency - Milford Health & Wellness/Urgent Care - Vernon Library - Newton Shop Rite - Littel Center - Lounsberry Hollow Middle School - Knoll Heights Senior Center - Sparta Middle School - Sparta Senior Center - Sussex County Community College - Dingmans Fire Hall - Newton High School - SCARC - Camp Nejeda - Sussex YMCA Newton Medical Center views these community health activities as a critical component in its effort to improve the health of the community at large, particularly those community members who are underserved. In 2013, Newton Medical Center reached more than 842,033 community members, a total benefit to the community of $ 586,558. This calculation includes staff time, travel, materials and indirect costs. 5. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Newton Medical Center provided $ 134,310 in direct financial contributions in 2013 to the organizations listed below and others to support and enrich community-building efforts and to assist individuals and families in need. - Police Unity Tour - Pass It Along 2 - Camp Nejeda Foundation - American Red Cross - Hello Neighbor - Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice - Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities (SCARC) - Newton Fire Department - SB Foundation - Sparta Education Foundation - United Way of Northern NJ - Sussex County YMCA Newton Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations (see Appendix F). Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 11,776 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 1,234 live in Sussex County and 317 are Newton residents. Newton Medical Center employs 1,121 individuals. |
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Centralized Community Benefit Services A number of critical services that benefit the community are located within Atlantic Health System organization, rather than at an individual medical center. They include protection and security services/emergency management, ambulance and helicopter service, research and clinical trials, library services, and efforts to provide a sustainable, green environment of care. Protection and Security Services/Emergency Management Atlantic Health System's Protection and Security Services /Emergency Management Department is committed to providing a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, volunteers, patients and visitors. It also oversees Atlantic Health System's response to community emergencies. Protection and Security Services/Emergency Management is involved in many community planning committees. They include: - Business Executives for National Security (BENS) - Glen Ridge Local Emergency Committee - Metropolitan Medical Response System (MMRS) - Montclair Township Local Emergency Planning Committee - Morris County Bioterrorism Taskforce - Morris County Mass Immunization and Quarantine Committee - Morristown Local Emergency Planning Committee - New Jersey Hospital Association Education Subcommittee - New Jersey Hospital Association Emergency Preparedness Taskforce - New Jersey Hospital Association Equipment Subcommittee - NJ State Med Prep Committee - NJ State Domestic Security Preparedness Task Force - Summit Local Emergency Planning Committee - UASI Regional Planning Committee - Union County OEM Committee Atlantic Health System's Protection and Security Services /Emergency Management Department also offer many programs on personal protection and emergency preparedness. Some of these activities include: - Bioterrorism training - Compliance, Direction, Takedown (CDT) personal protection - Last Resort Tactics (LRT) personal protection - Nurse Safe - EMT Safe - Fall Safe - Parent Workshops on protecting children from sexual predators - Outreach services, including HIV and STD awareness, prevention and support groups In addition, staff members in the department contribute their time and leadership to a number of professional organizations. This includes Project ALERT (America's Law Enforcement Retiree Team), of more than 170 retired federal, state and local law-enforcement professionals who donate their time and expertise as consultants to the law-enforcement communities throughout the country. As part of Project ALERT, staff members have worked with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. This organization serves as a clearinghouse of information about missing and exploited children, operates a cyber tip line for the public to report Internet-related child sexual exploitation and offers training programs to law enforcement and social service professionals. It also provides standards for the prevention of infant abduction from health care facilities. Additionally, staff are frequent guest lecturers for the FBI Advanced Investigation Course taught to local law enforcement officers and detectives, providing their expertise in providing training in the behaviors and methods utilized by sexual predators to kidnap, abduct and sexually exploit children, as well as the behaviors of infant abductors. These roles have received both national and state recognition from the FBI Director, Governor and state senators. Staff are also members of both the Morris County and Essex County Sheriff's Crimestoppers programs, volunteering their time to set appropriate incentives to the anonymous reporting of crimes in the communities we serve, as well as providing educational programs to the public on measures they can take to protect their communities. Atlantic Ambulance Corporation--Ambulances Atlantic Ambulance Corporation ambulances respond to individual health care emergencies as well as disasters in surrounding communities. In both cases, it coordinates with other community agencies. In 2013, NJ ambulances were dispatched 4,670 times for 911 calls, and 4,512 patients were treated. In 2013, PA ambulances were dispatched 1,720 times for 911 calls and 1,485 patients were treated. Additionally, in 2013, Atlantic ambulances provided 30,822 Basic Life Support (BLS) transports and in 2013, Atlantic ambulances provided 8,926 Mobility Assistance Vehicle (MAV) transports. During 2013, Atlantic Ambulance's Specialty Care Transport Unit (SCTU) team provided 5,007 ground transports. Atlantic Ambulance Corporation also strengthens the community's response to emergencies by training emergency responders. Atlantic Ambulance offered a series of basic EMT courses that enrolled 95 people. In addition, 2,367 people participated in continuing education unit (CEU) programs and 860 people participated in EMT refresher programs. A total of 15,712 CEUs were awarded and 6,880 EMT refresher CEUs were awarded in 2013. Atlantic Ambulance Corporation--Helicopter Atlantic Ambulance Corporation began operating a helicopter service in 2006 to ensure the quick transport of patients with medical emergencies. As a result, Atlantic Health System was the first hospital system in New Jersey to have its own helicopter service; other hospitals rely on the state police for air transport. Atlantic Air One, a Eurocopter EC-135 twin turbine engine model designed to reduce noise and created specifically for medical transport, allows Atlantic Ambulance Corporation to provide the quickest transportation to Morristown Medical Center, a regional trauma center or to the closest appropriate facility. In addition to responding to trauma cases, Atlantic Air One also provides inter-hospital transport throughout Northern New Jersey. Patients who require specialized treatment for cardiac care, neuron emergencies, pediatrics or high-risk labor and delivery often are transferred to Morristown Medical Center from elsewhere in the state. The helicopter can travel as far as Boston or Baltimore to take patients to medical facilities with more specialized services. In 2013, Air One was dispatched 118 times for 911 calls and provided 137 inter-facility transports. Atlantic Air Two, a Eurocopter EC-135, began operating with Atlantic Health System in 2011. Atlantic Air Two is based in Cumberland County, New Jersey. Atlantic Health System is partnering with Cooper University Hospital in Camden to improve emergency medical service delivery to the area. Atlantic Air Two has two primary missions: inter-facility hospital patient transports, and functioning as the closest available Medevac helicopter responder to those areas of southern New Jersey requesting services. In 2013, Air Two was dispatched 152 times for 911 calls and provided 143 inter-facility transports. Atlantic Air Three, another Eurocopter EC-135, launched into the skies with Atlantic Health System in April 2013. Atlantic Air Three is based in Netcong, New Jersey and provides service to the residents of Sussex and Passaic Counties on the heels of Atlantic Health System's merger with Newton Medical Center in November 2011. Atlantic Air Three responds to medevac calls from the helipad located at the Mountain Creek Ski Resort in Vernon and transports patients from trauma scenes as well as between facilities. In 2013, Air Three was dispatched 112 times for 911 calls and provided 60 inter-facility transports. Atlantic Center for Research Atlantic Health System conducts research in a wide variety of areas to evaluate experimental drugs and drug combinations, medical devices, and techniques, and to identify new approaches to prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Currently, more than 350 clinical research studies are underway, led by dedicated physician investigators in most specialties and supported by the organization's 35 research coordinators. These research programs have grown significantly in every discipline, including oncology, pediatrics, surgery, cardiology, neuroscience, internal medicine, nursing, orthopedics and rehabilitative medicine. The Atlantic Center for Research serves as a central point of contact for new and established clinical trial sponsors and investigators who are affiliated with Atlantic Health System medical centers, as well as for attending physicians interested in conducting clinical trials and physicians looking to refer patients to research studies. Led by a medical director and an administrative director under the auspices of a vice president experienced in clinical research and staffed by trained professionals, Atlantic Center for Research provides grants and contract management, budgeting, biostatistician support and a dedicated institutional review board. Staff at Atlantic Center for Research tracks each trial, streamlining enrollment, approvals, financial management, compliance and trial monitoring. |
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Atlantic Center for Research's in-depth training and education programs ensure that core competencies are maintained for safe and effective research. Its compliance policies and compliance education programs ensure that researchers qualify for the kinds of funding that can help support next-generation breakthroughs. As Atlantic Health System's research enterprise grows, our research facilities continue to expand: - Atlantic Health System's Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute opened its flagship facility on the Morristown Medical Center campus in January 2009. This 250,000-square-foot facility houses space for clinical research and supports Atlantic Health System-affiliated investigators who participate in dozens of research studies each year in electrophysiology, cardiac surgery, vascular surgery and clinical cardiology. - Carol G. Simon Cancer Center has grown from its base at Morristown Medical Center to include a new, expanded center and research office at Overlook Medical Center. A major research clinical affiliate of the Cancer Institute of New Jersey, the cancer center participates in a multitude of clinical studies on new diagnostic procedures and treatments and conducts Phase II and III clinical trials through various pharmaceutical companies. - Atlantic Neuroscience Institute's premier sub-specialists are advancing clinical neurosciences and leading the adoption of innovative technology through clinical research in such areas as stroke, epilepsy, brain tumors and multiple sclerosis. During the past decade, Atlantic Health System has invested more than $22 million in Atlantic Neuroscience Institute and is committed to additional funds being used to expand its facilities, programs and services. - Physician leaders in more than 15 specialty areas of pediatric medical, surgical and emergency care at Goryeb Children's Hospital and Goryeb Children's Center have attracted a wide range of clinical research projects. - An 86,000-square-foot, child-friendly facility at Morristown Medical Center houses the state-designated Regional Perinatal Center for northern and northwest New Jersey. Physician-scientists, basic research scientists and clinicians conduct research into the mechanisms of brain and lung injury in extremely premature infants. Atlantic Health System is the primary academic and clinical affiliate in New Jersey of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and The Mount Sinai Hospital, enabling our physicians to pursue research opportunities in areas such as genetics and personalized medicine. These alliances and other clinical partnerships with industrial and cooperative groups allow Atlantic Health System to play a role in regional and national efforts to develop more effective treatments. Atlantic Health System Medical Library Atlantic Health System libraries are open to hospital employees and affiliated physicians, as well as patients, their families and the general public. Our libraries have the largest collection of consumer health materials in New Jersey, including 4,000 health books as well as newsletters, magazines and free pamphlets, all written in non-technical language. From January through November 2013, 132 books were borrowed by the public. Our libraries are staffed by professional medical librarians and well-trained assistants who provide a full range of services, including reference, circulation, interlibrary loans and computer database searches. Photocopy machines, FAX machines and computers with Internet access are available in the libraries. The computers can also be used for searching medical/health databases, including the Healthcare.gov website. Walk-ins are welcome to use the facilities and all of their services, which also include Wi-Fi. Atlantic Health System's libraries also provide easily understandable, current, reliable health information to the public through the Consumer-Library Health Information Prescription (CLIP), accessible via a link on the Internet. This service is accessible from Atlantic Health System's website or by phoning, emailing or faxing the Overlook or Morristown Medical Centers' libraries. Atlantic Health System has placed computer kiosks in The Library of the Chathams and the Summit Public Library, an online request form is accessible on these computers or via a link on the public library website. The libraries work closely with other libraries in the Atlantic Health System's catchment area, and many have placed a link to CLIP on their webpages. In 2013, the libraries answered 50 health-related questions per month for the public. The Atlantic Health System librarians exhibited at the Careers in Healthcare Day held at Overlook Medical Center providing information about medical librarianship as a career choice. They also participated at Community Night Out held on July 23rd on the Green in Summit; through this venue the librarians not only shared information about the CLIP program to community members but to other community benefit organizations. The AHS librarians continue to outreach to area school nurses providing much needed library services. The librarians have introduced a Consumer Health Ambassador program, which extends the CLIP program to hospital inpatients. The program is a partnership of the libraries and the volunteer departments. Specially trained volunteers round in the hospital, visiting patients and their families asking if they would like information about their diagnosis or any health concerns they might have. The volunteer brings the request to the librarian who fills and delivers it to the bedside the same day. Whether they need information at that time or not they are encouraged to contact the library any time after they are discharged. The Overlook Library hosted eight young adults, 17 to 21 years old, from the Early Childhood Learning Center of New Jersey in Chatham, who gained work experience in the library from January through May and September through December 2013. In addition, six young adults did the same during the month of July. The young people each spent two to four hours a week working in the library. A Sustainable, Green Environment of Care Consumers nationwide are increasingly concerned with preserving our natural resources and so is Atlantic Health System. Our goal is to pursue recycling and energy savings to the fullest extent possible. From grassroots employee efforts to large-scale construction projects, we are doing our best to treat our environment with respect. For instance, the new and expanded Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Morristown Medical Center is certified as a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) project by the U.S. Green Building Council. LEED-certified construction projects use materials and finishes with more natural or recycled fibers and more energy-efficient ventilation systems. Other instances of efforts to promote and practice sustainability include: - Certification by the Green Guide for Healthcare of Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute at Morristown Medical Center. - Go Baby Green parent education classes at Morristown Medical Center and Overlook Medical Center, which offer information about creating a non-toxic environment for baby. - The formation of a Go Green team, which initiates and reports on eco-friendly projects throughout our health care system. - Carpooling services and related incentives for our employees. - The use of Green Seal certified cleaning products by our environmental services departments. - Free monthly e-newsletters from Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, and Goryeb Children's Hospital My Atlantic Health News, an electronic publication. APPENDIX A-MORRISTOWN MEDICAL CENTER COMMUNITY HEALTH ACTIVITIES In 2013, Morristown Medical Center reached more than 913,453 community members though ongoing health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 1,411,604. Total Number of Activities 132 Total Persons Served 913,453 Total Community Benefit $1,411,604 Program Descriptions - Atlantic Health System Class/Screening Registration Service - The Atlantic Health System Class Registration Service (call center) provides the community with information and enrollment on health screenings and information programs. - Atlantic Health System Healing Arts Public Art Exhibit AHS employees and their immediate family members are invited to submit their original artwork pieces as art for the community to enjoy. - Atlantic Health System Website Atlantic Health System website informs users of health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the communities. - Behavioral Health Lectures - Lectures concerning important aspects of behavioral health, stress management techniques and discussions of available resources available to the public. |
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- Blood Pressure Screenings - Measurement of blood pressure in individuals and health education based on findings. - Body Fat/BMI - Body Mass Index (BMI) measurements to provide the community with the opportunity to learn their body mass index and to take action based on results and health education provided. - Bone Density Screenings - Ultrasound measurement of bone density status; screenings performed for high-risk or at risk adults. - Cancer Center Activities - Staff perform outreach, education and community liaison duties on behalf of the Cancer Center such as Health Fairs, ACS, County Cancer Coalition and Komen activities, "Cancer of the Month" to provide education and awareness. - Cancer Lectures Lectures to increase cancer awareness within community and to improve the health status of our community through education. - Cardiac Rehab Cooking Demonstrations Cardiac Rehab registered dietitian presents cooking demonstrations, using heart healthy foods and preparation methods. Food is eaten by the participants and audience questions are answered by the dietitian. - Cardiovascular Fair Pulmonary function screening offered by Respiratory Care Department - Cardiovascular Fair Pulmonary Center of Excellence Educate public on the community tobacco cessation program. - Cardiovascular Lectures - Lectures given by cardiologists, vascular physicians and other professional staff concerning cardiac and vascular health. - Carotid Artery Bruit Exam Nurse Practitioner exams carotid arteries for bruit. - Carotid Artery Screening - Cardiovascular technician performs Doppler studies of carotid arteries to provide the community with the opportunity to learn about their health status and to improve it or to take action based on results and health education is provided. - Chair Massage Massages for individuals to relieve stress and tension, in addition to educating people on the change their body goes through due to stress from everyday living.Child Development Center Support Group to discuss childhood developmental issues and best practices with peer support available. - Cholesterol Screenings - Cholesterol screening for measurement of total cholesterol and TC/HDL ratio as well as blood pressure and glucose levels. These screenings provide the community with an opportunity to learn about their health status and to improve it or to take action based on results and health education provided. - Combative Sports Symposium content focused on the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of injuries seen in ringside medicine. - Community Benefit Planning Time spent to plan and follow-up on findings from screenings and community health programs done in the community. - Community Benefit Report Preparation time and effort spent in preparing Community Benefit report. - Community Health Needs Assessment A comprehensive community-wide needs assessment prepared with AHS staff and Halloran, a national research and consulting firm, in which the results from the assessment were widely communicated to the public and implementation plans were developed by AHS to work on the priority findings. - Community Health and Wellness Lectures - Lectures held to promote general wellness for the community at various community locations to gain new health care knowledge - Cost of Community Benefit Software Cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Concussion Management This presentation informs educators on the concussion management guidelines currently recommended by leading experts. - Creative Arts Therapies & the Healing Arts Lecture to the community to help the community understand creative art therapies and the positive affects the healing arts have on your well-being. - DDC Outreach Services Developmental Disability Center provides medical and mental health services to the community, including the competency of group home staff and other caregivers. - Dental Screening Screenings provided twice a year during the Family Health Community Day event to ensure underinsured and medically compromised patients have serious dental health conditions identified. - Dental Screenings for Autistic School Children Screening and dental evaluation provided to autistic school children to teach children to be more comfortable and be more cooperative during dental examinations. - Dermascan - Screening using a facial scanner to view sun damage and provide education on skin protection and skin self-exam. - Diabetes Education - Group lectures regarding diabetes and the management of the disease along with healthy eating education and exercise tips - Diabetes Screenings - Glucose screening using Accu check inform monitor to provide the community with an opportunity to learn their health status and to improve it or take action based on results and health education provided. - Donation of Expired Products to TADMI Inc. Assist the Affum-Darkwah Mission International organization by donating IV Solutions, trays and wound care products to use in serving the poor and underprivileged. - Dominican Republic Community Outreach Diagnose and treat patients with diabetes, hypertension, skin diseases to learn how to prevent disease and illness. - E Z Detect Kits - Participants are given kits to test for fecal occult blood along with education on colon cancer and colon cancer screening. - E-health Newsletters Atlantic Health System E-health newsletters (My Atlantic Health System News - Overlook Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News - Morristown Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News Newton Medical Center, and My Kids' Atlantic Health System News - Goryeb Children's Hospital) inform users regarding health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the community. - Expressions Using art as a healing method for children with chronic illness to deal with their pain. Children creating artwork pieces will achieve relaxation, increase self-esteem and promote health & healing. - Faith Community Nurse Course Educate future and existing Faith Community Nurses in our area emphasizing the spiritual dimension, professionalism, holistic health and community as a central conceptual model for faith community nursing. - Farmers Market Fair Educate the community about sports-related injuries and proper recovery techniques, along with proper sports nutrition at the Sparta Market. - Flu Vaccine Clinic - Administration of influenza vaccine to public and private school staff. - Foot Screening - Assessment of the foot for any abnormalities by Atlantic Rehab Institute and staff podiatrists. - Give Kids a Smile Program offers free dental care for children under 13 years old and educate children about oral health and the need for oral health awareness. - Goryeb Children's Hospital/ Star Ledger Health Fair Pediatric GI staff education to the community on basis GI issues and general nutrition. - Healing Arts Coalition Educate community members on the healing power of art and understand the value of art and the creative process in health and healing. - Healing the Children New Jersey, Inc. Donated Medical Services The hospital and physicians volunteer medical care, surgeries & related services for children in need in NJ and worldwide through the Inbound Children Program. - Health Fair: Center for Well Being Education to the community on better lifestyle choices and how to maintain a healthy life balance (physical, emotional, mental) at work and at home. - Hearing Screenings - Audiometric community screenings to provide the community an opportunity to learn their health status and to improve it or take action based on results and health education provided. - HIV Counseling and Testing - Provide free anonymous/confidential HIV Antibody testing, counseling and referrals to treatment as needed. - Hypnosis Programs - Lifestyle modification program lead by certified hypnotherapist. - Integrative Medicine Lectures Series of lectures provided to the community on living a healthier lifestyle and making better food and exercise and stress-reduction decisions. - Injury Prevention Bike & Seat Belt Safety on School Buses Interactive program shows children the proper use of seat belts on buses and the use of a bike helmet. - Injury Prevention Bike Safety Fire safety and prevention presentation/exhibit including home safety and escape plan. - Injury Prevention Booster Seat Assessment - An interactive program for Kindergarten students that educates them on booster seat use. If a child does not have a Booster Seat, we provide one for them. - Injury Prevention Car Care Maintenance Drive Safe A program for college students to learn how to properly care for a vehicle and adopt safe driving habits. |
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- Injury Prevention Car Fit A senior driving program allows seniors to be evaluated for proper fit in their vehicle, in addition to providing recommendations to improve vision, use of seat belts and proper seating. - Injury Prevention Car Seat Inspection Station - Two car seat inspection stations are open for 6 days a month to provide free car seat inspections by certified techs. - Injury Prevention Concussion Management An introductory program on concussion management for youth, parents, coaches and trainers. - Injury Prevention CPS Inspection Car seat inspections are conducted by nationally certified CPS Techs for the community to ensure its safety. - Injury Prevention CPS Introduction - An interactive program designed to inform parents and caregivers the 4 steps to car seat safety. - Injury Prevention Distracted Driving - An interactive exhibit on distracted driving for all ages. - Injury Prevention Every 15 minutes - A program designed to highlight the issues associated with Teen MVC. - Injury Prevention Halloween Safety - Pedestrian safety tips are discussed and presented in an interactive exhibit for children and adults as an extension of the Safe Kids Walk This Way program. - Injury Prevention In and Around Cars An interactive program that highlights safety around cars. Program stations include seatbelt, back overs, entrapment and heat. - Injury Prevention Introduction to Injury Prevention Presentation highlights how Injury Prevention can minimize deaths and injuries, including motor vehicle collisions, falls, sports, fire, burn and water. NJ laws are reviewed and discussed. - Injury Prevention Nursing as a Career Presentation highlights nursing as a career, focusing on the educational tracks available to become a nurse. - Injury Prevention Peds Trauma Care An outreach program that works with the Pediatric Trauma Program designed to educate children, parents and community members about the changing trends of traumatic injuries and the needs of children. - Injury Prevention Senior Fall Prevention A presentation and interactive exhibit highlight dangers associated with household falls for seniors and simple fixes/tips to avoid injury. - Injury Prevention Sport Safety Injury Prevention Interactive sport safety exhibit and presentation for students Kindergarten grade 12. - Injury Prevention Teen Driving - Presentation highlighting the issues concerning teen driving. - Injury Prevention Teen Driving GDL Activity Sessions for teen drivers highlighting the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) process. GDL eases teen drivers through the challenges of learning driving skills to become fully licensed drivers. - Injury Prevention Water Safety PFD Open Water - An interactive program with multiple stations highlighting safety near open water. Each child receives a portable floatation device (PFD). - IT Related Equipment Donations - Donations of IT related equipment to community organizations in need. - Jersey Health Connect This Health Information Exchange (HIE) Collaborative was formed by competing hospital systems and physician organizations to support rapid stakeholder expansion and adoption of current data exchange efforts. - Kid Fit Program Program to teach overweight children and adolescents how to make healthier lifestyle choices regarding food choices and exercise. Outreach to educate the community on childhood obesity. - Male Caregiver Support Group An opportunity for male caregivers to support one another. - Medications and Diabetes Supplies for Uninsured Program to assist uninsured patients with the cost of medications and diabetes testing kits and supplies to ensure clients can routinely check their blood glucose levels. - Memory Screening Using the GP COG testing tool, participants are screened cognitive deficits and referred to their physicians for abnormal results. - Mended Hearts Support Group - Cardiovascular survivors and caregiver support group that meets one time a month with a guest speaker on cardiovascular health. - Mid Atlantic Cystic Fibrosis Conference Provide Medical education to multi-disciplinary groups for the care and treatment of cystic fibrosis. - MMC Liberty Science Center Surgery Broadcasts An educational program, "Live from the Cardiac Classroom" allows middle and high school students to watch cardiac surgery and interact with the surgeons via video conference. - Multi Faith Clergy Council Local faith community leaders educate AHS on the basics of various religions/denominations to better address the spiritual needs of our patients and AHS educate the faith community leaders on various health conditions and topics. - National Congenital Cardiac Defect Awareness Day Increase community awareness on congenital heart defects (CHD) and provide psychosocial support to parents, socialization for children with CHD. - Neuroscience Lectures Lectures given by neurologists and Advanced Nurse Practitioners on stroke prevention and stroke education. - Newborn Classes - Infant care and safety classes provided to parents. - NJCEED Cancer Grant Screening Screenings for underserved and uninsured for breast, cervical, colorectal and prostate cancers. To eliminate the barriers to screening such as: language, literacy, poverty, lack of health insurance, fear, cultural inhibitions to provide first line access to the health care system and to teach regarding how to use it appropriately, as with free clinics, not the ER. - NJSIAAWorkshop Workshop for high school athletic trainers and physical therapists focusing on the current health issues and injuries facing student athletes. - Nutrition/Weight Control Lectures - Community classes held by a registered nurse to teach methods of weight control and healthy eating. - North Jersey Health Collaborative Organization coordinates resources of public health, healthcare and other organizations to maximize our impact on the health status of our communities and minimize avoidable illness, injury and hospitalization. - Oncology Education exhibit that educated the public on any aspect of cancer prevention, risk, testing or treatment. - Oral Cancer Screening - Participants are examined by a dentist and education and counseling is provided. - Oral Health Presentations Presentations on oral health to the community by the Medical Director of Dentistry. - Orthopedic/Sports Medicine Lectures - Community lectures given by orthopedic physicians to discuss current treatments modalities for arthritis and sports-related injuries. - Pain Fair To raise awareness of integrative medicine services in the community to improve overall health and provide free chair massages. - Parents Inflammatory Bowel Disease Support Group Educational group for parents for raising a child with inflammatory bowel disease that meets throughout the year. - Pediatric Lectures - Community lectures given to educate the public on children's health issues. - Pediatric Pulmonary Outreach Education to physicians, nursing staff and other clinicians about childhood asthma and other pediatric pulmonary issues. - Perinatal Classes Classes to help new parents prepare for childbirth and caring for a newborn. These classes are offered free of charge to HealthStart patients. - Project Fit America - The Community Health Committee at MMC funds this fitness program to improve the cardiovascular fitness of children and to create opportunities for children to be active, fit and healthy as part of the everyday school experience. - Project Healthy Bones Interactive, educational program lasting 24weeks on the importance of exercise, nutrition, safety, drug therapy and lifestyle factors related to osteoporosis. Participants are provided exercises targeting the body's larger muscle groups to improve strength, balance & flexibility. - Project Independence - Grants are given to individuals that have a temporary financial need to allow people to be able to pay for their health care needs. - Prostate Cancer Screening Screenings to identify men with increased risk of prostate cancer and educate them on resources available. - Providing Consultations about Research for Nursing Students Foster professional development and advance nursing knowledge through research design and implementation. - Psych NP Behavioral Health Assessments Psych Nurse Practitioner assesses and treats patients at the health center, assessing their mental health diagnosis secondary to medical diagnosis. - Quit Smoking Program - Quit Smoking Program is a program to support those in the community who wish to quit smoking to better their health. It is 6 week program that offers support as well as nicotine replacement products. - Quit Smoking Program Eric Johnson House Quit Smoking Program for the residents of this transitional housing program for homeless men and women living with HIV/AIDS to quit smoking and become tobacco free. |
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- Respiratory Screenings - Community screenings using a spirometer to detect diminished lung capacity of those at risk for pulmonary disease. These screenings provide the community with an opportunity to learn about their health status and to improve it or take action based on results and health education provided. - Salvation Army Angels Program Promote good will in the community to those in need during the holidays by collecting donations of clothing and toys from employees to the Salvation Army. - SART/SANE Program Care provided for individuals who present with a complaint of alleged sexual assault. Care provided is a medical screening exam, evidence collection, treatment of injuries, potential infections & prevention of pregnancy, psychosocial support & law enforcement support. - Senior Outreach Attend senior health fairs to provide educational materials. - Shine a Light on Lung Cancer Candle light vigil in honor of lung cancer awareness month. - Skin Cancer Screening - Participants have a whole-body screening by a board-certified dermatologist. Education provided on skin cancer prevention and sun safety. - Spanish Lamaze - Seven-part childbirth and infant care/breastfeeding series for pregnant women and their partners to increase knowledge and comfort level with pregnancy, labor, delivery and early parenting experiences. - Sports Health Medical Lecture Series Lecture series to medical professionals to reduce patient risk of sports injuries, with a focus in Radiology, preventative care and rehabilitation. - Sports Health Medical Services Medical care is provided by Sports Health fellow physicians to athletes during community athletic competitions who become injured before, during or after an event. - Sports Health Workshops Workshops provided to athletic groups in the community who are educated on injury prevention, rehabilitation, nutrition and improving sports performance. - State of NJ Commission for the Blind & Visually Impaired Eye Screenings Eye screenings held twice during the year for diabetic patients with vision problems with referrals to eye specialists, when needed. - Stroke Art Therapy Group Art therapy group sessions provided to stroke survivors to improve functional manipulative ability and other tasks. - Stroke Support Group Group meetings for stroke survivors to help improve the quality of life after a stroke, educate survivors on available resources and services and support people going through the recovery process. - Stroke Survivor Education Lecture - Stroke Survivor educates groups about the signs and symptoms of a stroke and what is involved in recovery. - Teen and Tween Inflammatory Bowel Disease Support Group Education and support group meetings held for teens and tweens diagnosed with Inflammatory Bowel Disease. - Teen HealthFX.com - an award-winning website for teens that provides health information for teenagers via the Internet. Features include quizzes, "hot topics" and "For Teens, By Teens." - Traumatic Loss Coalitions (TLC) for Youth Program Interactive NJ state network that offers collaboration and support to professionals working with school age youth. Reduce suicide prevention and trauma response assistance to schools following unfortunate losses due to suicide, homicide, accident and illness. - USATF Programs Athletic events open to athletes in the community who are interested in learning from experts about competitive running, strength & conditioning and nutrition. - Vascular Screening - To identify those with abdominal aortic aneurysms, carotid artery blockages and/or peripheral vascular disease and to educate participants on ways to reduce their health risks. - Vision Screening - Assessment of visual acuity and gross abnormalities of the eye. - Well Aware - A quarterly magazine to educate the community about health issues and programs available. - Well Aware Kids A bi-annual magazine from Goryeb Children's Hospital to educate the community about kid-related health issues, prevention and wellness. - Wellness Lectures - Community lectures given to education the public on aspects of nutrition, stress management and exercise to maintain or attain optimal health. - Wheel of Health Education - Twelve categories of health-related questions and answers to educate the community on health facts and promote healthy behaviors. - Women's Health Lecture - Community Health lectures on various women's health topics. - Writing Grant Proposals - Staff of Health Foundation involved in getting grants to raise as much money as possible for projects that support the community. APPENDIX BMORRISTOWN MEDICAL CENTER Leadership Activities Morristown Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations: - 50 hours were donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters as a board member. - 24 hours were donated to Morris Catholic High School to develop the school's strategic plan. - 12 hours were donated to the Alliance for Arts and Health NJ as the group's chairperson. - 36 hours were donated to organize a fundraiser drive for Autism as a board member. - 40 hours of nursing services were donated to the Wound Healing Center to assist in performing foot screenings for individuals. - 32 hours were donated to NJ Crohn's and Colitis Foundation to raise money and awareness. - 24 hours were donated to the Get Out, Get Fit, Explore campaign cosponsored by Goryeb Children's Hospital KidFit program and the National Park Service in Morris County to raise money and awareness on childhood obesity. - 20 hours were donated to the West Caldwell Board of Health as a board secretary. - 18 hours were donated to the Deirdre's House as a board member. - 19 hours were donated to the American Heart Association to raise money and awareness of heart disease in both men and women. - 20 hours were donated to raise awareness of cardiovascular diseases at the MMC annual Cardiovascular Health Fair. - 12 hours were donated to the NJ Chrohn's and Colitis Foundation as a chairperson on the Medical Advisory Committee. |
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APPENDIX COVERLOOK MEDICAL CENTER COMMUNITY HEALTH ACTIVITIES In 2013, Overlook Medical Center reached more than 936,925 community members though health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $2,297,775. Total Number of Activities 126 Total Persons Served 936,925 Total Community Benefit $2,297,775 Program Descriptions - "Anna's Story" - Presentation of woman at the end of life followed by discussion of options and advance directives available. - "Hooray for Five A Day" School-based nutrition program for first graders on eating five fruits and vegetables day. - "Snack Attack"- School-based nutrition program for second and third graders on healthy choices. - "Tar Wars" - School-based program for fourth graders on the dangers of smoking. - Amputee Walking School Advanced gait training and running program for lower extremity amputees. - A Walk in the Heart - School base program for 4th and 5th graders. The program educates on CPR, how to make a 911 call, healthy diet and exercise. - Atlantic Health System Healing Arts Public Art Exhibit bringing art to AHS and to the community. - Atlantic Health System Class/Screening Registration Service - The Atlantic Health System Class Registration Service (call center) provides the community with information and enrolls community members in health screenings and information programs. - Atlantic Health System Website Atlantic Health System website informs users of health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the communities. - Bausch & Lomb eye exams Retinal eye exams for the underserved and uninsured diabetic patients at the Family Health Community Center - Bereavement Support Groups - An hour and a half support group over a six-week period offered to grieving people in the community to assist in the normal grieving process. - Bioness To determine candidacy of bioness device to help patients regain mobility and independence to improve quality of life. - Blood Pressure Evaluation of blood pressure and education. - Blood Pressure Screenings - Perform blood pressure screenings at health fairs in Essex, Morris and Union counties to identify seniors with undiagnosed hypertension - Body Fat Screening -Percentage of body fat and body mass index screening with education based on findings. - Bone Density Screenings - Risk level determination for osteoporosis with education based on findings. - Brain Power Educational program using a large inflatable human brain. - Brain Power Community Education Educational program for adults focusing on brain anatomy and disease processes. - Breast Health Presentations - Presentations on maintaining good breast health. - Cancer Survivors Dinner Dinner and activities to celebrate community members who have survived cancer. - Cardiac Health CAT Scan Presentation to educate the community on cardiac computed tomography angiography (CCTA) - Cardiac Health Fair - Physician presentations, screenings and education on cardiac health to the community. - Cardiac Health Lectures Presentations on cardiac health to the community - Careers in Health care Fair Careers in health care fair - Celebration Breast Feeding All day event to support and educate new mothers on breast feeding techniques. - Center for Rheumatic Diseases Activities Nurses and physicians present rheumatic and autoimmune disease awareness and related health education programs in the community. Cholesterol Screenings - Assessment of total cholesterol, HDL ratio, plus education. - Chair Massage Chair massages for patients to help relieve stress and tension and to educate about the changes a body goes through under stress from everyday living. - Charles Miller Photography A collection of Charles Miller prints in the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center for the enjoyment of the community, patients and their families. - Cholesterol Screening Assessment of total cholesterol, HDL ratio and education. - Clinical Affiliations with Schools of Nursing -Nursing students are allowed to learn clinical skills under the supervision of an instructor. - Clinical Affiliations with Sterile Processing Schools Clinical site provided for students from Sterile Processing Schools. - Clinical Breast Exam - Screening to determine good breast health. - Clinical Placements for Continuing Education Clinical placements for students who are pursuing a BSN or MSN degree - Colon Cancer Awareness Colon cancer awareness presentation to the community - Colon Cancer Awareness and Digestive Diseases Colon cancer awareness and digestive diseases educational presentations to the community. - Colorectal Screening - Distribution of home test for fecal occult blood with education. - Community Benefit Report Preparation time and effort spent capturing all community benefit activities. - Community Garden Community building program to learn how to grow fresh organic vegetables, herbs, and fruits in order to eat healthy foods for ideal body weight and overall good nutrition and prevent chronic diseases - Community Health Needs Assessment A comprehensive community-wide needs assessment prepared with AHS staff and Halloran, a national research and consulting firm. - Community Health Planning work and effort in planning activities to benefit the community. - Community Health Storefront in the town of Summit - A Community Health office located in the town of Summit, to provide general education and screenings to the community. Integrative Medicine programs are also offered. Concussion Outreach - Education regarding concussions for the coaches and trainers of the programs as well as the athletes. - Cooperation with Morris County OEM Post Sandy Leadership Conference Conference on post- SuperStorm Sandy with the Morris County Office of Emergency Management to benefit the community. - Cost of Community Benefit Software cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Creative Expressions Arts & Healing Calendar Art Contest Contest open to children who have chronic illness. Sixteen works of art were chose for the final calendar. - Daughters of Israel Caring Conversations Presentations to the long term nursing staff of the Daughters of Israel about the future of nursing care and challenges associated with the aging population - Day of Hope Event for patients, care partners and community members to come together and learn about new research and to receive inspiration and information on helpful resources. - Diabetes Eye and Dental Screening Retinopathy eye screenings and dental screenings for diabetic patients provided through the Commission for the Blind - Diabetes Foot Screening Foot screening for podiatry issues complicated by diabetes - Diabetes Screening -Evaluation of blood glucose level with education. - Ethics and Palliative Care Education Lectures of palliative care given to various healthcare providers, assisted living residents, community groups and graduate nursing students - E-Health Newsletters My Atlantic Health System News - Morristown Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News - Overlook Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News Newton Medical Center, and My Kids' Atlantic Health System News - Goryeb Children's Hospital inform users about health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the community. - Feeding the Homeless Provide nourishment and meals to the homeless and other community members in need - Flu Clinic - Home Care nurses assist in providing flu vaccines in the community. - Golf Outing Physical therapy staff assisted participants with stretching exercises at events for injury prevention - Grief and Bereavement - Educate individuals and professionals about the normal grieving process and resources that can help. |
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- Hb A1C Screening - Evaluation of blood glucose and education. - Health Education - Lectures on health topics with educational materials. - Health Education in Community Education on various topic to the community - Health Fair Education materials and discussions about home health care services, including nursing care, physical therapy, occupational therapy and assistance with daily living activities - Health Fair Center for Well Being Education materials and discussions about how to make better lifestyle choices and how to maintain a healthy life - Health Fair Mammography Disseminate breast health educational materials, increase breast cancer awareness, screening and prevention through discussions with community members - Health Needs Assessment To identify and address the health needs of the community. - Health Care Externship with Focus on Delirium Prevention - An 8-week program for college students to learn more about health care by providing bedside companionship to patients and shadowing in health care areas. - Healthy Avenues Van - A community health vehicle that offers many health screenings and education, staffed by trained health educators, nurses, medical residents and physicians who complete confidential screenings and answer questions. The van travels throughout 22 communities to community organizations, senior centers, churches, synagogues, pools, schools, YMCAs and health fairs. - Hearing Screenings - Assessment of hearing with education. - High School Shadowing program to allow for high school students to shadow health care workers to stimulate interest in the health care field. - HIV Counseling One on One Meetings One on one meeting with client for counseling, education and risk reduction - HIV Support Group Support group for individuals living with HIV - Hospice Education Educational classes to multiple community groups about hospice care - Hypnosis (Smoking Cessation) - Program to help individuals to stop smoking through hypnosis. - Hypnosis (Weight Reduction) Program to help people lose weight and become healthier through hypnosis. - Integrative Medicine Lectures Lectures to the community on how to choices to make a healthier lifestyle - Literature & Medicine a Community Dialogue Reading of short stories to understand and share insights about the human experience of wellness and illness - Mammogram Screening/Community Health Partnership Susan G Komen grant free mammograms are offered to the underserved, uninsured members of the community - Medicare Coverage for home health and hospice - Education to seniors regarding Medicare coverage if they need home care or hospice services. - Memory Screening Screenings for memory loss and direct them to community resources for further evaluation if needed using Alzheimer's Foundation of America screening tools - Mended Hearts Newsletter Newsletters for the Mended hearts organization that is given out at Gagnon Cardiovascular Institute. - Mental Health Month Literature and information given to the public on mental health - Mindfulness Based Skills for Residents To increase empathy, focus, concentration and self awareness. - Movement Disorders Community Lectures Updated information presented on some of the most common neurological movement disorders. - Multi Faith Clergy Local faith community leaders attend to learn about health topics while AHS learns about what they need - National Memory Screening Day Lectures Physician based lunch and learn in recognition of National Memory screening day - Neighborhood Health Training Initiative to equip, train and support Neighborhood captains to make their neighborhood healthier - Neuroscience Symposia Annual Stroke Conference Provide Health care professionals with the essentials for a successful integrated approach to stroke care. A multidisciplinary panel of experts to present talks covering the continuum of stroke management, from prevention to stroke recovery and rehabilitation. - NJ Culture & Climate Coalition Provide a cohesive, consistent message regarding the importance of school culture and climate - OMC Liberty Science Center Surgery Broadcasts 'Live from the Brain Works' is and educational program that allows High School Students to watch Neuro Surgery and interact with the Surgeons in the collaboration with Liberty Science Center via video teleconferencing technology. - Options for Weight Loss Seminars Presentations provided to the community on various weight loss options available to combat the obesity epidemic. - Overlook Healthcare Forum Provide dialogue and discourse among opinion leaders in the community about health care reform. - Overlook View community Publication custom publication promoting AH physicians, programs and service lines. - Pain Management Lecture Series Program to provide participants with a detailed overview of current approaches to pain management. - Pain Management Symposium Multidisciplinary approach to topics in pain management and is designed to promote a better understanding of acute and chronic pain and to enhance the knowledge on the treatments available - Pain Skills Day Training to pain management health professionals - Paint your Pain Art Exhibit Teaching exhibition by those affected by pain to tell others about their pain experience; living with it, losing it or both. - Parent Education Classes on parent education that covers every phase of pregnancy and new parenting from prenatal exercise to postpartum infant care - Photovoice Project-Clear Communication in Healthcare A process that is used around the world to engage people in sharing their stories - Poetry Heals Workshop A program of the NJ Council for the Humanties and CavanKerry Press which brings a poet into a healthcare setting to lead a workshop on poetry - POLST Education in Community Presentation about Practitioner Orders for life sustaining treatment - Prostate Cancer Screening - Screening to determine signs of prostate cancer; free DRE and PSA are offered to men. - Provide Meals to the Community Food Services assists in providing meals to the community during community events - Public Health Nurse at Summit Health Department - Public Health Nurse is employed by Overlook Medical Center and reports to Community Health. Her duties include health services and nurse services to the town of Summit. - Pulse Screening - Pulse screening with education. - Respiratory Screening and Education - Lung capacity screening with interpretation by pulmonologist and education information. - Sage Balancing Program A cognitive screening test used to identify Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) and early dementia in order to help reduce the risk of falls by the elderly. - Sage Eldercare Sampler Storytelling AHS Healing Arts program host a sampler storytelling program to residents of SAGE eldercare with dementia during the year. They encourage participants to use their imagination rather than focusing on their inability to remember chronologically. - School Physicals School physicals for underserved children in the surrounding community - Scrubby Bear - Hand washing education for preschool and kindergarten children. - Stroke Awareness Community activities to educate community members on stoke symptoms and what to do in the event of a stroke emergency, - Stroke Education for Health care Providers Stroke education provided at various locations for health care providers including nursing homes, EMS, nursing and inpatient units. To provide basic stroke education increasing awareness on stroke symptoms. - Skin Cancer Screening - Screenings to determine signs of skin cancer with education based on findings. - Stroke Screening - Evaluate the community's risk for stroke through cholesterol and glucose testing, blood pressure, pulse and carotid artery assessment and education based on findings. - Stroke Support Group Program provides emotional and educational support to stroke survivors and their caregivers in a forum where they can express experiences and concerns. - Sue Miller Photography- Sue Miller photography hung to allow patients and community visitors to enjoy the prints. - Summit Schools Art Show Select students from grades 1-12 of Summit public school District had their artwork on display in and around Bouras Auditorium. - Sun Exposure Lectures Lectures to teach people how to enjoy the sun without the harming effects of the ultraviolet rays. Show the effects of the UV rays in the skin with the Dermaview machine. - Susan G. Komen Foundation Education Outreach Provide breast health awareness, which includes outreach, education, screening and treatment services. - Teddy Bear Clinic - Introduction to kids to the hospital environment and procedures with a free teddy bear. - Thomas Glasser Foundation Lectures Lectures by Dr. Eben Alexander Neurosurgeon and Author to community members. |
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- Tuberculosis Screening and Reactors Clinic Provide medical diagnostic care to uninsured individuals such as PPD for tuberculin skin testing as well as offer medications including INH, chest X-rays and follow up lab work. - Walk from Obesity A national 2 mile "Walk from Obesity" to raise awareness of obesity in the community and support those who are fighting to overcome its disabilities. - Weight Loss Surgery Options Seminar- In depth review of bariatric surgery procedures and the program provided by NJ Bariatric Center and Medical Director of the Bariatric Program at OMC. - Weight Loss Surgery Seminar In depth review of weight loss surgical procedures and program provided by Advanced Surgical Associated and the Medical Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery - Women's Day All day community health and awareness event put on by the hospital to support, educate and celebrate women. - Well Aware Kids A bi-annual magazine from Goryeb Children's Hospital to educate the community about kid-related health issues, prevention and wellness. - Women's Heart Lecture - Cardiac Nurse educates the community on the importance of having awareness of women & heart Disease. - Writing Grant Proposals - Staff of Health Foundation involved in getting grants to raise as much money as possible for projects that support the community. Additional Community Benefit Activities - Active Summit Overlook Medical Center is part of a coalition of community agencies called "Active Summit," whose purpose is to develop programs for children and families that address childhood obesity. One of the goals of this group is to provide instructional programs for schools on the importance of good nutrition. - Palliative Care Consultation and Education Palliative care is interdisciplinary care designed to relieve suffering and improve the quality of life of patients with life-threatening illnesses. Overlook Medical Center places strong emphasis on educating the community about palliative care so individuals can make well-informed decisions. Other community services include the publication of Helping Hands, the palliative care newsletter; training for clergy in principles of palliative care; bereavement support, including the services offered by Atlantic Home Care and Hospice; and the Coalition on Family Care giving resource services for families. - TeenHealthFX.com an award-winning website for teens that provides health information via the Internet. Features include quizzes, "hot topics," and "For Teens, By Teens." Atlantic Health System's Community Health Department and the Adolescent/Young Adult Center for Health at the Goryeb Children's Hospital are responsible for the content and operation of the site. This website has been on the Internet since September 1999 and has had over 19 million visitors. In 2013, the site had 19,223,898 unique first-time visitors and 23,925,891 "hits". APPENDIX D - OVERLOOK MEDICAL CENTER Leadership Activities Overlook Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations: - 62 hours were donated to American Cancer Society Relay for Life walks to raise funds for cancer research and increase awareness of this disease. - 21 hours were donated to providing blood pressure screenings at wellness fairs. - 25 hours were donated to Careers in Health care to provide education and information to high school students regarding careers in health care. - 22 hours were donated to local NJ soup kitchen and food bank in collecting non-perishable food items for the community. - 52 hours were donated to help organize the clinical space and provide nursing services and triage assessments at local NJ free clinics. - 12 hours were donated as a lector at the Our Lady of Victory Church. - 6 hours were donated as a volunteer in Occupational Medicine Service (OMS) Wellness for the Mayo Clinic Health Assessment campaign. - 4 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a community lecture about Shingles. - 4 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a community lecture about the causes and treatments of headaches. - 11 hours were donated to OMS Wellness for administering flu vaccinations. - 6 hours were donated to the Bryan's Dream Foundation to raise funds for pediatric brain cancer research and increase awareness of this disease. - 7 hours were donated to Montclair Ambulance Unit to raise funds for this organization.17 hours were donated during Colon Cancer Awareness Month at MMC to raise awareness of colon cancer and colon cancer screenings. - 20 hours were donated for the Women for Women Health Fair in Elizabeth, NJ to provide blood pressure screenings, information on proper nutrition and stress reduction techniques. - 6 hours were donated during the annual March Diabetes Alert Day where blood pressure and glucose screenings were provided. - 35 hours were donated to raise funds for a local family in need. - 19 hours were donated to assist with the PESI nursing documentation training seminar registration and certification process. - 8.5 hours were donated to provide nursing services during the Ridge High School Indoor Winter Guard Competition. - 20 hours were donated to the Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation to raise funds for colon cancer research. - 24 hours were donated to the Teddy Bear Clinic. The Teddy Bear Clinic is an annual interactive program for local pre-school children to learn about things that may occur if they have to visit the hospital. - 4 hours were donated for educating middle school students on the Brain Power program and understanding the signs and symptoms of stroke. - 3.5 hours were donated as a volunteer for the Urban Girl Squad Play Day event. - 4 hours were donated during a fundraising event to raise funds for the Claudia Euest Scholarship. - 4.0 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and education to the community at the New Providence Murray Health Wellness Fair. - 7 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and education to the community at the Summit Street Fair. - 12 hours were donated to March of Dimes to raise money and awareness. - 6 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and education at the Cranford Street Fair. - 6 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and education at the Westfield Street Fair. - 6 hours were donated Susan G. Komen North Jersey Race for Cure walk to raise funds for breast cancer research, mammograms and new therapies and increase awareness of this disease. - 5 hours were donated as a volunteer at the Overlook Community Block Party. - 4 hours were donated during a mass casualty incident drill held at the Long Valley First Aid Squad. - 8 hours were donated during an Open House at the Randolph Rescue Squad. - 2 hours were donated at the Washington School Country Fair PTA fundraising event. - 13 hours were donated to provide blood pressure and glucose screenings and education to the community at the Plainfield Family Health Fair. - 4 hours were donated to Pre Eclampsia Foundation to raise funds for this pregnancy disorder. - 33 hours were donated to provide rhythmic entertainment of residents during two concerts for elderly patients at the Runnells Specialized Hospital in Berkeley Heights. - 164 hours were donated to American Heart Association walk to raise funds for heart disease research and increase awareness of this disease. - 30 hours were donated to the Monmouth Beach EMS Squad as president of the squad, doing fundraisers and answering 911 calls. - 37 hours were donated to NJ Sharing Network to raise money and awareness of organ and tissue donations. - 90 hours were donated to American Heart Association and Lupus Foundation to raise money and awareness. - 2 hours were donated as a PEP Program Career Panelist to answer questions about nursing as a career choice. - 8.25 hours were donated to raise funds for Autism during a fundraising event. - 4 hours were donated to A Walk to Believe to raise funds and increase awareness for individuals suffering from spinal cord injuries. - 4 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and education at the Elizabeth Street Fair. - 12 hours were donated to raise funds for the Summit PAL and Atlantic Neuroscience Institute Brain Aneurysm Fund and raise awareness for individuals suffering from brain aneurysms. - 4 hours were donated for a Point of Dispensing (POD) training drill due to possible biological attack. - 216 hours of nursing services were donated as a camp nurse for campers at Camp Sequoia. - 6 hours were donated to the Morris View Healthcare Center in providing therapy services to the residents under the supervision of the recreational therapist. - 8 hours were donated to Saint Mary & Elizabeth Academy to prepare classrooms for the new school year. |
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- 13 hours of liaison services were donated to be a liaison between Match It Academy and AHS Sports Program. - 27 hours were donated to raise funds for Multiple Sclerosis and increase awareness of this disease. - 4 hours were donated to provide a presentation on electroconvulsive therapy to the National Alliance on Mental Illness group to increase awareness of challenges of individuals with mental health illness. - 4 hours were donated at the Lucent Technology Health Fair. - 20 hours of service were donated to the Stirling Fire Company on healthy eating, proper nutrition and exercise and losing weight. - 13 hours were donated to the Summit EMS Council. - 8 hours were donated to the Mendham Borough Board of Health as a Board member. - 12 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings at cardiac health fairs. - 96 hours were donated to provide free blood pressure screenings, cholesterol screenings and blood glucose screenings at cardiac health fairs, Overlook Downtown and the Healthy Avenues van. - 16 hours were donated to the Two Kids Foundation to raise money and awareness for children diagnosed with cancer. - 90 hours were donated during international medical mission trips. - 12 hours were donated to the American Heart Association as an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) instructor. - 5 hours were donated to the American Heart Association as a Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) instructor to healthcare providers in the community. - 24 hours of nursing services were donated to the Montclair Public Schools during an overnight camping trip of elementary school children. APPENDIX E-NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER COMMUNITY HEALTH ACTIVITIES In 2013, Newton Medical Center reached more than 842,033 community members though health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 586,558. Total Number of Activities 92 Total Persons Served 842,033 Total Community Benefit $ 586,558 Program Descriptions - Altitude An empowerment program targeting 8th grade students in Sussex County to inspire students to move toward their highest and best selves. This program creates safe places and appropriate interventions to help students develop life skills, believe in their own strength and goodness and feel excited about using their time and talent in service to others. - Alzheimer's Disease Education Information on symptoms, cause and treatment of Alzheimer's disease and agencies that will provide information and support. - Anna's Angels Presentation of an end of life story followed by discussion of options and advanced directives. - Atlantic Health System Class/Screening Registration Service - The Atlantic Health System Class Registration Service (call center) provides the community with information and enrolls community members in health screenings and information programs. - Atlantic Health System Healing Arts Public Art Exhibit AHS employees and their immediate family members are invited to submit their original artwork pieces as art for the community to enjoy. - Atlantic Health System Website Atlantic Health System website informs users of health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the communities. - Back to School Health Information for parents to help make the summer to school transition easier for children. - Basic Life Support Training Center Provide education related to saving lives within the community including CPR training and early access to Automated External Defibrillators. - Behavior Health Debriefings- Provide psychological education individual and group debriefings, psychological first aid to staff when needed; also provide group and individual sessions to participants. - Better Breathers Club This support group meets to learn techniques to better manage COPD, asthma and other breathing-related health issues. - Blood Pressure Screenings Evaluation of individual's blood pressure as well as health information about prevention, cause and treatment of hypertension. - Bloodborne Pathogens Education about bloodborne pathogen for health care workers who have a risk of workplace exposure. - Bone Health Education on how to improve your bone density and prevent and/or slow down osteoporosis. - Breast Cancer Education Education on prevention and early detection of breast cancer. - Breastfeeding Education on how to successfully breastfeed. Discussions on proper techniques, knowing when to feed, knowing if you baby is getting enough nutrition, expressing and storage, avoiding common issues, the father's role, and returning to work. - Cancer Education Education on the prevention and early detection of cancer. - Cancer Prevention Study -3 Study for participants between the ages of 30 to 65 years old who have never had a cancer diagnosis to help determine what causes cancer and cures cancer. Blood samples were submitted and survey questions answered. Follow-up surveys to be taken in the future. - Car Safety Seats Car Seats are given to clients in the Prenatal Clinic and community services Birth Haven, Project Self Sufficiency, Head Start and Today's Choice. - Cardiac Rehab Nutrition Lectures Dietitian lectures group on different nutritional meal planning and cholesterol management thru diet. - Cardiac Rehab Individual Nutrition Education Participants meet with registered dietitian to review optimal meal planning and cholesterol management through diet. - CEU Educational Programs for Health Professionals Sponsor CEU educations programs for nurses, dietitians and pharmacists - Clinical Affiliations Behavioral Health Training and supervision of graduate interns receiving hands-on clinical training within the department. - Clinical Affiliations Cardiac Rehab Students are permitted to learn cardiac rehab therapy skills under the supervision of the department manager. - Clinical Affiliations Contract/Orientation Clearance Preparation for students requesting internships. - Clinical Affiliations Health Administration Interns Training and supervision of interns on Health Administration under the supervision of department managers. - Clinical Affiliations Nursing Students Students are permitted to learn clinical skills under the supervision of their instructor. - Clinical Affiliations Nutrition Interns Students are permitted to learn nutritional skills under the supervision of the diabetes and nutrition staff. - Clinical Affiliations Occupational Therapy Students are permitted to learn occupational clinical skills under the supervision of the manager. - Clinical Affiliations Pharmacy Students Students are permitted to learn pharmacological skills under the manager of the department. - Clinical Affiliations Phlebotomy- Students are permitted to learn clinical skills under the supervision of the coordinator. - Clinical Affiliations Physical Therapy Students are permitted to learn physical therapy skills under the supervision of the manager. - Clinical Affiliations Prenatal Clinic Training of interns learning nursing skills on how to treat patients treated in the clinic under the supervision of the nursing manager. - Clinical Affiliations SANE/SART Training of nursing students on how to treat sexual assault patients under the supervision of the SANE/SART coordinator. - Clinical Affiliations Speech Therapy Training of students on speech therapy under the supervision of the department manager. - Clinical Affiliations Surgi Tech Students Students are permitted to learn surgery technical skills under the supervision of the Operating Room manager. - Cold and Flu Prevention Educational information on cold and flu prevention, symptoms and care and when antibiotics should be used to treat colds and flu. - Colorectal Cancer Screening Use of the FOBT screening, which when performed yearly, is a recognized procedure for colorectal cancer detection. - Community Benefit Report Preparation Time and effort spent capturing all community benefit activities. - Community Health Event Calendar Mailing of programs, lectures, CPR and screening that are offered to the community. - Community Health Fairs Free events for the community providing health education and environmental education through the help of community sponsors. - Community In-Kind Donation Donation of supplies to various community organizations. - Conference Room Use for Community Programs Use of various conference rooms for community programs. - Cost of Community Benefit Software cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Community Health Needs Assessment A comprehensive community-wide needs assessment prepared with AHS staff and Halloran, a national research and consulting firm. |
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- Depression Education on health condition and symptoms of depression for teens in the community. - Diabetes Education (ADA Recognized Center) Lectures and programs provided to different community groups educating them on various aspects of diabetes mellitus. - Diabetes/Blood Glucose Screenings Blood Glucose screening for diabetes. - Diabetes Support Group Various Support Groups offering mutual support and education for adults with diabetes. - Dinner & Lecture Series Community Education series which provides a variety of health education information for the community. - Dinner & Lecture Series Diabetes Education series which provides a variety of diabetes health education information for the community. - E-health Newsletters Atlantic Health System E-health newsletters (My Atlantic Health System News - Overlook Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News - Morristown Medical Center, My Atlantic Health System News Newton Medical Center, and My Kids' Atlantic Health System News - Goryeb Children's Hospital) inform users regarding health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the community. - Family Fest A yearly event through the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce which NMC sponsors. Numerous health screening and education of activities from NMC feature a "learning is fun" theme. - First Aid Education on simple first aid techniques and skills for the family to use during emergencies. - Healing Voices An afternoon of selected poems and prose where the writings are read by professional actors, focus on healing from the patient and caregiver perspective. - Health Education Miscellaneous- Educational programs that incorporate several health related topics. - Healthy summer Foods & Safe Food Handling A discussion of healthy summer foods and information on preventing foodborne illness. - Holiday Safety Simple ideas presented to ensure a safe holiday from cooking, Christmas tree safety, safe use of candles and decoration information for family protection. - Lipid Profile Screening- Free blood work which includes total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglycerides. - Maternal Child Health Education Health education for pregnancy through newborn. - Meals on Wheels Assist in providing lunch meals to the senior citizens of Sussex County. Meals that Heal/Meals to Go program allow seniors to purchase nutritious meals to bring home to eat. - Memory Screening Simple screening test are provided through the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. - Multi Faith Clergy Council Local faith community leaders educate AHS on the basics of various religions/denominations to better address the spiritual needs of our patients and AHS educate the faith community leaders on various health conditions and topics. - Newborn Parenting Education on how to care for a newborn in the first few months. This class discusses normal characteristics of newborns, illness and when to call the doctor, proper use of car seats, safety-proofing your home and sleeping and crying patterns. - NJCEED New Jersey Cancer Education & Early Detection Program provides comprehensive outreach, education and screening services for breast, cervical, colorectal and prostate cancers. - Nutrition Community Lectures YMCA Monthly nutrition lectures for the community. - Nutrition Education Lectures Lectures providing education on various aspects of nutrition and proper eating habits. - Obesity/Cholesterol Education Education to the community that focuses on the relationship between childhood obesity and elevated cholesterol levels, which can lead to heart disease. - Oral Cancer Awareness Education Health information on prevention and early detection of oral cancer. - Osteoporosis Education Health information on the prevention and early detection of osteoporosis and risk management. - Palliative Care Educational sessions to the community concerning Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST), Advanced Directives and End of Life decisions. - Pastoral Care Events Representatives of the congregations of Sussex County and provide spiritual help as necessary. - Perinatal Loss Support Group Support group meetings are held for parents who have lost an unborn child in order to provide each other with mutual support and encouragement. - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Presentations and educational materials given to multiple community groups about the benefits of Physical Medicine (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT) and Rehabilitation Services. - Pioneering Healthy Communities The signature initiative of Activate America that focuses on policy and environmental change in communities to promote healthy lifestyles. - Poison Prevention Education Educational presentations to community groups on poison prevention, with special focus on medicine that looks like candy to the younger population. - Prepared Childbirth Class to provide an understanding of the process of birth including breathing, relaxation, and pushing techniques. Participants learn to know when you are in labor, possible medical interventions, comfort measures and the role of the labor coach. - Pulmonary Rehab Nutrition Lectures Registered Dietitian lecture the group on different nutritional meal planning through diet - Respiratory Screenings Lung capacity screening and health information provided. - Safesitter Babysitting- Medically based babysitter course for children 11 14 years old to teach how to become a responsible babysitter. - SART/SANE Grant - Care provided for individuals who present with a complaint of alleged sexual assault. Care provided is a medical screening exam, evidence collection, treatment of injuries, potential infections & prevention of pregnancy, psychosocial support & law enforcement support - School Health/Wellness Fairs Educate school aged children and their parents on a variety of health topics - Senior Health Fairs Educate older adults on a variety of health topics. - Sibling Preparation Program to help children ages 3 through 10 prepare for a new baby. - Single Room Maternity Tour Tours of the maternity floor to help patients feel more at ease in preparing for child birth. - Skin Cancer Prevention/Early Detection Health information discussed for prevention of skin cancer and the importance of self-awareness and skin cancer screenings. - Stress Assess Your Stress Various methods & practices are presented to the community to assist the individual with stress relief. A stress anxiety assessment is given, results are discussed and solutions for reducing stress are reviewed. Referrals are made if necessary. -Stroke Education Community Groups Education to the community about early identification of strokes and the prevention of strokes. - Stroke Support Group Support Group to offer support and encouragement for persons recovering from a stroke. - Surgical Services Education to the community on surgical procedures and bone health at the hospital concerning joint replacement. - Vision Screening Eye exams and retinopathy eye screenings provided to underinsured and uninsured community. - Well Aware Magazine - A quarterly magazine to educate the community about health issues and programs. - Well Aware Kids A bi-annual magazine from Goryeb Children's Hospital to educate the community about kid-related health issues, prevention and wellness. APPENDIX F-NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER Leadership Activities Newton Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations: - 3 hours were donated as a guest lecturer to nursing students attending Sussex County Community College on physical therapy concepts and mobility. - 6 hours were donated to the Sussex County YMCA for the Pioneering Healthier Communities initiative to promote healthy lifestyles. - 10 hours were donated providing administrative and clinical management support to Camp Nejeda. - 72 hours were donated to the NJ Association of Professionals in Infections Control & Epidemology as a board member. - 3 hours were donated to the Frankford School nurse with a diabetes educational update. - 4 hours were donated to Vigil for Victims of Crime organization to raise awareness of violence and violent crime. - 3 hours were donated to Project Self-Sufficiency of Sussex County to raise awareness on supporting and empowering low-income individuals and families to improve their quality of life. - 5 hours were donated to Safe Haven of Pike County to eradicate domestic violence, sexual assault and other crimes. - 8 hours were donated to the NJ Birth Haven Shelter and Hope for Young Mothers with educational presentations on Shaken Baby Syndrome. - 30 hours were donated as a caregiver in Sussex County to support local community families and neighbors with their daily living activities. |
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- 7 hours were donated to the American Cancer Society to raise funds for cancer research and increase awareness of this disease. - 72 hours were donated as a member to the local community newspaper Communications committee. - 120 hours were donated to the Monroe Animal League and the Humane Society Kind News classroom publications reviewed with elementary and middle school students. - 380 hours were donated to Sussex County middle school and high school students as a volunteer youth leader. |