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| FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11 | PROCESS TO REVIEW FORM 990 -------------------------- COPIES OF THE FORM 990 ARE SUBMITTED TO THE FULL BOARD VIA EMAIL PRIOR TO FILING. |
| FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12B AND 12C | MONITORING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY ------------------------------------------ ANNUALLY, BOARD OF DIRECTORS, SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND MEDICAL STAFF LEADERS COMPLETE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE. COMPLETION OF THE ANNUAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS COORDINATED BY GENERAL COUNSEL AND EPHRAIM MCDOWELL'S CORPORATE COMPLIANCE OFFICER. THE COMPLETED QUESTIONNAIRES ARE REVIEWED BY THE SENIOR LEADERSHIP AND THE CORPORATE COMPLIANCE OFFICER. THE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS IS MADE AWARE OF CONFLICTS WHICH HAVE BEEN DISCLOSED ON ANNUAL STATEMENTS. IF CONFLICTS EXISTS, THE CONFLICT IS DISCLOSED AND THE INDIVIDUAL WITH THE CONFLICT DOES NOT PARTICIPATE OF VOTE ON ACTIVITIES WHERE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST IS PRESENT. |
| FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15A AND 15B | PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION ------------------------------------ EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IS PART OF AN INTERGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM WHOSE PARENT IS EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. COMPENSATION FOR ALL AFFILIATES IS OVERSEeN AND COORDINATED THROUGH EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. THE MERCER GROUP, INDEPENDENT CONSULTANTS, CONDUCTED A REVIEW IN 2012 FOR ESTABLISHING REASONABLE COMPENSATION OF OFFICERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES FOR THE SYSTEM. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO UTILIZED COMPENSATION STUDIES. THE COMPENSATION IS APPROVED BY THE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE OF THE EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. BOARD OF DIRECTORS. THE DECISION AND PROCESS IS DOCUMENTED BY THE COMMITTEE. |
| FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 | MAKING FORMS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC ------------------------------------ THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC UPON REQUEST. |
| FORM 990, PART V, LINE 2A | COMMON PAYMASTER ---------------- EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER IS THE COMMON PAYMASTER FOR THE FOLLOWING RELATED ORGANIZATIONS: EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH RESOURCE, INC. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION, INC. JOHN HILL BAILEY CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER, INC. EMHFL, INC. COOPERATIVECARE, INC. ALL SALARIES AND PAYROLL TAXES ARE REPORTED ON A CONSOLIDATED FORM 941. THE EIN ON THE FORM 941 IS 61-0492356. |
| FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6, 7A & 7B | MEMBERS OF THE ORGANIZATION --------------------------- EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. IS THE SOLE CORPORATE MEMBER OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC., A RELATED 501(C)(3) ENTITY, IS THE PARENT ORGANIZATION OF AN INTEGRATED HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM. EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. ELECTS BOARD MEMBERS OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. THE BYLAWS OF EPHRAIM MCDOWELL REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER REQUIRE APPROVAL OF CERTAIN TRANSACTIONS BY EPHRAIM MCDOWELL HEALTH, INC. |
| FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4A | PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS ------------------------------- Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center (EMRMC) is a not-for-profit, 222-bed licensed level III trauma center dedicated to serving the health and wellness needs of the populations of Boyle, Lincoln, Mercer, Garrard, Casey and Washington Counties. EMRMC scope of services include: behavioral health, cancer care center, outpatient cancer care, cardiac care services, critical care, diabetes and endocrinology, diagnostic services, level III trauma/emergency care center, Kids Can Do pediatric therapy center, laboratory services, medical-surgical services, orthopedic/spine care, pastoral care, pain management center, pulmonology, rehabilitation, respiratory therapy, surgical services, vascular services, orthopedic/neuro, volunteer/auxiliary, women's health services and wound healing center. Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center for Fiscal Year 2014 experienced 7,713 admissions including nursery, and 38,753 patient days for all services including nursery and observation days. Observation patient days for FY 2014 totaled 3,022 verses 3,303 for a -9% percent decrease over FY 2013 volume. Outpatient registrations (including ER visits) increased by four percent to 139,064 as compared to 133,428 in FY 2013. Surgical procedures at EMRMC fell six percent in FY 2014 to 4,537 as compared to 4,830 in FY 2013. The ambulatory surgical center volume decreased in FY 2014 by one percent to 6,510 procedures verses 6,569 in FY 2013. Community Health Education -------------------------- Cancer Eduction - Over 1,000 individuals participated in skin cancer awareness events at InterCounty Energy; 250 each at Lincoln and Boyle County Relay for Life events, 500 at Casey County Apple Festival, and 150 at the Garrard County Tobacco Cutting Contest. Approximately 900 regional 4-H campers received sun screen, lip balm and sun safety education. Additionally various sports groups received sun safety products and education. EPA sun safety literature, sun screen and lip balm with sun screen was distributed to re-enforce the message of sun safety. Over three thousand sun safety items were distributed at twenty sites. All funded by Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF). CPR/First Aid - CPR/first aid training was also provided to teen leaders as part of their leadership training at Camp Feltner, at no charge. Another event provided CPR/first aid for 4-H leaders. CPR/first aid training was provided at Mercer County 9th Grade Academy for 155 students. A total of 225 community members from the service area, spanning in age from teens to senior citizens, were trained in CPR/first aid at no cost to the individuals or host organization. This service was funded by the EMHCF. Education Website/Community Publication - Eleven editions of the Health Ministry/Faith Community Nursing newsletter were produced, and distributed in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Virginia, and North Carolina. The intent is to provide relevant and current information to the congregations. All information can be reproduced and used for congregation information/education. Exercise/Fitness - In collaboration with the regional 4-H chapter, Wilderness Trace YMCA, The Salvation Army, Boyle, Lincoln, and Danville school systems and McDowell Wellness Center 5,173 children school age through teens were served. Venues included, but were not limited to: Mercer County horse camp, Healthy Kids Day Bunny Davis Center, The Salvation Army day camp and Feltner 4H camp. The focus was developing leadership skills, promoting physical activity, and encouraging healthy life style habits. Health Fairs - Services were offered at 112 events at 87 sites in Boyle, Lincoln, Garrard, Mercer, Casey, Washington, and Madison Counties with focus on reaching at risk and vulnerable populations. Including all programs, 28,131 community contacts occurred (screenings, education, support groups, etc.). Thirty-four percent of participants were male (an 11 percent decrease from the prior year); 66 percent were female. Ninety percent of clients served were Caucasian, six percent were African America, four percent Hispanic, and less than one percent were other; this reflects the population of the region. Forty-three percent of participants served by community benefit programs had a household income below $35,000. Twelve percent of participants served were unemployed; a six percent decrease in unemployment from FY 2013. Twenty-six percent in the population served were retired; compared to 36 percent in 2013. The uninsured served decreased by fifty percent: 11 percent in FY 2014 compared 22 percent in 2013. Those reporting a primary care provider (PCP) increased by 14 percent in FY 2014; to sixty-eight percent with a PCP. A registered nurse (RN) met with each client to develop a written plan to decrease their life style associated health risk behaviors. At each screening referral options were provided including Hope Clinic, reduced fee program and primary care provider (PCP) listing for the region for the uninsured participant or those without a PCP. Forty-four percent of screening tests were abnormal with 11 percent requiring a referral for follow-up. One explanation for the decrease in referrals for follow-up relates to the decrease in high risk values seen, i.e. reduction in stage two hypertension, uncontrolled blood sugar or lipid ranges in the high risk category. Parish Nursing Program - Grant funding from Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation and Margaret T. Stoeckinger Foundation made possible the Faith Community Nursing educational programs. The Faith Community Nursing Foundation Course in the spring of 2014 produced eight graduates. A partnership with University of Kentucky (UK) College of Nursing made possible both KBN and ANCC credits for the course participants. Faith Community Nursing (FCN) faculty provided consultation to the Manchester Hospital chaplaincy group regarding health ministry/faith community nursing within congregations to bridge care for at risk individuals. There were 16 volunteer chaplains representing multiple denominations in Clay County. Consultation was also provided to Centennial Baptist Church in Mercer County regarding establishing a health ministry. FCN faculty also served as faculty for the Tri-State Foundation Course in Southern Indiana in collaboration with the University of Southern Indiana. Eighty-seven participants have completed the faith community nursing foundations course since its inception at EMRMC in 2008 and serve as volunteers within their congregations. These community partners serve in 23 counties within the Commonwealth of Kentucky and support persons of all denominations. Eleven health ministry newsletters were created and disseminated to health ministry partners in Kentucky, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Virginia and North Carolina. Volunteer Faith Community Nursing services were active at Lexington Avenue Baptist Church, St. Andrews Catholic Church, Saints Peter & Paul Catholic Church, Gethsemane Baptist Church, Indian Hills Christian Church, and Centenary United Methodist Church-Danville. Actives include but are not limited to home visits, nursing home visits, blood pressure checks, health and wellness educational programs, support groups referrals for follow care and emergency assistance (seizures, chest pain, fainting, hypertensive crisis, etc). School-Based Programs - High school aged students were involved in the building of a canvas, selection of a famous painting, reproducing a painting, and an opening night at the Community Art Center culminating in the auction of their painting. This is both a skill building project and a self-esteem enhancing project (Rosenbum). Students from Boyle County, Danville, and Bruce Hall Day Treatment Center participated in the program, producing 94 paintings. The exhibit was viewed by 1,036 community visitors during the showing at the Community Art Center in month of May, 2014. Staff served as a leader at 4H camp sessions, Kentucky State Issues Conference, State Teen Conference and Teen Leadership Retreat at Jabez. The Children's Program Coordinator also completed year two of a longitudinal BMI project with 4-H District IV. Other children's activities included working summer groups in coordination with Bunny Davis Day Camp, YMCA, The Salvation Army and other area agencies to provide physical activity, and educational programming for kids as part of one hour a day out-of-doors play. Summer student interns from area colleges assisted with this project. Community Service Department staff worked with Danville School System to implement the PEP Grant requirement for body mass index on 1,200 students in the school system and staff. A total of 5,173 youth from Mercer, Boyle, Casey, Garrard, Lincoln, Powell, Estill, Jessamine Counties were served through these venues. Speakers Bureau (Health Topics) - The speakers' bureau reached 3,352 individuals, through venues including service clubs, churche |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | This was the sixth year to be part of the Centre Expo to recruit student volunteers to work in the community to decrease stroke risk. This is an excellent event for meeting students and introducing them to the concept of population health. Community Health Education -Self Help ------------------------------------- Fitness/Exercise - One hundred and fifty jump ropes donated by the Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center Auxiliary were provided to The Salvation Army - Day Camp and A Children's Place for a summer fitness project with school aged children. Four hundred twenty Nerf footballs were also provided for the Boyle County Healthy Kids Day as part of the student fitness project. Tobacco/Smoking Cessation - There was a 64 percent decrease in the number for individuals referred to the area health departments for smoking cessation assistance: 90 in FY 2014 verses 144 the prior year. The continued decline in adults reporting tobacco use is believed to be attributed to the passage of no smoking ordinance in some of the communities served and massive public awareness campaign. A statewide ordinance has been drafted by some of the agencies (FHK, SoAHEC, etc.) for consideration by the legislature during the 2015 session. Stress Management - Ninety nine individuals were screened using the perceived stress scale: a 45 percent decrease. Community Health Education - Support Groups ------------------------------------------- Alzheimer's - Ten Alzheimer's Support Group meetings were facilitated by an advanced practice mental health nurse practitioner. The group serves both patients and care-givers/family. Given the incidence rate of stroke and the aging of the population it is anticipated the need for this service will continue to grow in this region. Community-Based Clinical Services-Health Screenings --------------------------------------------------- Blood Pressure Screening - Blood pressure screenings were offered at 37 sites, serving 1,451 individuals an 8 percent increase. There was a five percent decrease of clients with a blood pressure reading that exceeded the recommended range by the American Heart Association (AHA): 77 percent versus 82 percent in FY 2013. Those classified as pre-hypertension received instructions for monitoring and recording as well as dietary instructions related to low sodium diet. Those that were on medications but exceed the recommend range were instructed to share the finding with their primary care provider (PCP). Those at stroke level were transported for immediate follow-up by a physician. Blood pressure control is a major factor in cardiovascular risk reduction. The intense focus on blood pressure monitoring, self-care education, and follow-up may be a contributing factor in the improved blood pressure readings given a significant number of clients have been followed for an extended period of time. Cancer -Colorectal Screening - The Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF) funded colorectal screening at 21 sites for a total distribution 171 kits with a 43 percent return rate. Kits were distributed in six counties. Sites included churches, senior citizen centers, wellness center, assisted living facilities, health departments, clinics, hospital lobbies, and the county extension service offices. There was a five percent referral rate for follow-up. Cancer- Skin Screening - The Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation (EMHCF) funded skin cancer screening by a licensed independent practitioner May thru July. Forty-eight individuals were seen. Fifty-eight percent were female; 42 percent male (an 11 percent increase in males seen from FY 2013). Sixty-three percent had never been screened for skin cancer. Fifty- five percent stated on an exit survey that they would not have seen their doctor for a skin cancer screen; a five percent increase from FY 2013. Ninety-four percent had a primary care provider; compared to 82 percent the prior year. Forty-six percent were referred to a specialist for follow-up care compared to 36 percent in FY school-age children and continues across the life span and has been a consistent message and focus of the community service work plan since inception in 2008. Cholesterol Testing - Total cholesterol was measured for 1,438 clients in seven counties at 37 sites within health ministries and community settings with 30-36 percent of participants exceeding the recommend range as set by AHA. Thirty six percent was seen in the Healthy People: Healthy Community study group that seeks to reduce cardiovascular disease risk by client education and life-style changes compared to 30 percent seen in the general population. We attribute the change to the focus on cardiovascular risk reduction work being done with the HRSA Outreach Grant to help clients track and improve their cardiovascular (CV) risk profile. Within the lipid panel 49 percent of participants had one or more measure outside the recommended range; this is down from 60 percent in FY 2013 and includes all clients. Effective FY 2013, with support for area pediatricians, the department began offering lipid screening for children age 12 and above, if accompanied by a parent. We have not seen a statistically significant number of participants in the pediatric age range. Derma Scan for Sun Damage - EMHCF funded the purchase of the DermaView equipment for screening for sun damage in the region due to the increase in skin cancer and the agrarian lifestyle in the region. Fifty individuals were screened with 38 percent of participants being referred to their primary care provider for follow-up care; a 12 percent increase in referrals for FY 2013. Diabetes Screening - Blood glucose testing conducted on 1,438 participants. Eleven percent exceeded the recommended range as set by the American Diabetes Association (ADA) compared to 28 percent in FY 2012 prior to the focus on cardiovascular risk reduction. No one was below the recommended range. This represents a 15 percent increase in the number of individuals screened diabetes between FY 2013 and FY 2014. Glucose testing was offered to children age 12-18, if accompanied by a custodial parent. Again the number of pediatric participants was not statistically significant. Nutrition/Obesity Screening - Height, weight, percent body fat, calculated body mass index (BMI) was offered at 37 sites in seven counties with 1,447 adult participants. Seventy-one percent of the participants exceeded the recommend range; compared to 75 percent in 2013. Body Mass Index is a major contributor to CVD risk factors and diabetes this is the first year we have seen a decline in BMI. We attribute the change to the CVD risk reduction focus in FY 2013 and 2014. Eighty percent of life style change is implementation of the change; twenty percent is the knowledge. The HRSA Outreach Grant is focusing on providing the knowledge and for those that choose also encouragement/feedback in the implementation of the change. Stroke Screening - The American Stroke Association Stroke Risk Scorecard became the standard tool for screening for stroke risk within the department in fiscal year 2012. Stroke risk screening was conducted at 20 events in seven counties involving 899 participants with a 18 percent referral rate; which reflects a five percent decrease in referrals. This is one of three screening tests that has resulted in direct referral and transport to emergency care: the others being blood pressure in stroke range, extreme elevation of lab values. |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | Community-Based Clinical Services-Immunizations ----------------------------------------------- Flu Shots - Flu shots were administered at 15 sites in Mercer, Lincoln, Boyle, Garrard, and Washington Counties to 279 individuals age 12 and above. Primary sites were churches and the stockyards. Community-Based Clinical Services-Nonbilled/Reduced -fee Clinic (Hospital Based) ---------------------------------------------------------------- Hope Clinic & Pharmacy - Hope Clinic and Pharmacy provided 282 client visits compared to 1,001 clients visits in FY 2013 for chronic disease management. To qualify for Hope Clinic & Pharmacy an individual must have one or more of the following diagnoses: hypertension, diabetes, obesity, hyperlipidemia, and/or gastro esophageal reflux disease, be uninsured and with a household income below 150% of the federal poverty level. All staff members are volunteers except the part-time LIP and part-time office manager. The clinic is managed by a community advisory board with members from the Boyle County Health Department, Danville Presbyterian Church, Ephraim McDowell Health Care Foundation, Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center, Heart of Kentucky United Way, and the Salvation Army. The clinic was started due to community need by a collaboration of the key board members and is a department of EMRMC. The Affordable Care Act has made possible access to expanded Medicaid in Kentucky, resulting in many former Hope clients having insurance and access to both chronic and acute care. Blood Drive - Ninety-eight persons signed up to donate blood. Eighty-eight units of blood were donated through blood drives at the health system in FY 2014 compared to 119 units in FY 2013. Staff that are on duty are paid during the time they are involved in the donation process with an estimated salary value of $3,080. Health Professions Education ---------------------------- Continuing Health Professions Education - The Director for Rehabilitation Services Department serves on Physical Therapy Health Professions Board Meeting for the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Issues of the profession were addressed including educational requirements, licensure, reimbursement, scope of service and professional practice standards. Interns, Residents and Fellows - EMRMC had seven Emergency Medicine Residents in FY 2014; compared to 2 ER Residents in FY 2013. Medical Students - Twenty-three medical students rotated through emergency services, anesthesia, OB, pediatrics, family medicine and/or surgical services with EMRMC medical staff mentors. Students were from University of Kentucky or University of Pikeville Nine physician assistant (PA) students rotated though emergency, orthopedics, surgery, and/or internal medicine services with a mentor. Affiliated programs included: University of Louisville, University of Kentucky, and University of the Cumberland's Three advanced practice nurses (APRNs) rotated through emergency services or primary care clinics in FY 2014 with a LIP mentor. Schools included: Frontier Nursing, Eastern Kentucky University, and Indiana Wesleyan University. Nursing - Four hundred fifty one nursing students completed their clinical experience and/or practicum at EMRMC in FY 2014. Educational partners included Campbellsville University, University of Kentucky, Eastern Kentucky University, Midway College, Bluegrass Community & Technical College, Beckfield College, and Somerset College. Other Allied Health Professions - The Certified Nursing Assistant Course had 43 students enrolled, five no show and 38 individuals completed the course. The pass rate was 97 percent on the state Medicare CNA exam. EMRMC served as a clinical site for students from multiple disciplines from the following institutions: Bluegrass Community & Technical College - Lexington, St. Catharine's College - Springfield, Utah State, Spaulding University, Bellarmine University, Jefferson Community College, Eastern Kentucky University, University of Kentucky, Midway College, Lindsey Wilson College, Kentucky State University, Indiana Wesleyan, Campbellsville University, Marietta College, Murray State, Somerset Community College, Centre College, University of Cincinnati, Union College, Cumberland University, Spaulding and University of Louisville Health Sciences. One hundred sixty nine area students had a job shadowing experience in 43 different areas of EMRMC in FY 2014. This reflects over a two hundred percent increase in the number of students job shadowing within the organization. Research -------- Community Health Research - HRSA Outreach Grant: Healthy People: Healthy Communities targeted cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factor reduction in a rural population. Lincoln, Garrard, Mercer and Boyle County Health Departments and Boyle County Extension Office collaborate with EMRMC on this grant. In 2014 there were 631 participants compared to 419 in FY 2013 screened by this grant funded project. Screening included cholesterol (either total or lipid panel), glucose (either fasting or non-fasting), body mass index, blood pressure, pulse check for atrial fibrillation, family history of stroke, tobacco use, and activity level. Results of testing are recorded on the Stroke Risk Scorecard. The Healthy People: Healthy Communities study has institutional review board approval. Enrollment for the study opened in September 1, 2012. One hundred fourteen individuals (18%) were referred for follow-up. Two hundred thirty-seven individuals (46%) consented to participate in the study with follow-up by an RN; this is down from 52 percent in the study in FY 2013. These services were funded by HRSA at a cost of $165.436. In FY 2014 there were 3,221 contacts made with those enrolled in the Healthy People:Healthy Communities research program by the RN case managers. The monthly contacts were designed to assist in removing barrier to making the necessary life style changes to reduce cardiovascular risk factor related behaviors. The program was evaluated by client feedback at each screening and an outside reviewer for the biometrics/outcomes component of the study. Good Samaritan Foundation- Group Visits for Management of Chronic Disease in a Rural Free Clinic - The extended pilot to assess the effectiveness of shared health care visits for low-income, uninsured individuals who have uncontrolled chronic Type II Diabetes Mellitus or Hypertension early. due to the impact of ACA implementation and uncertainty about eligibility for Hope Clinic services verses expanded Medicaid coverage. There was not sufficient data to report findings and conclusions. UCLA -RNs Referring Quitlines (RNRQ) ------------------------------------ All nurses at EMRMC were offered the opportunity to participate in the RNRQ study sponsored by UCLA School of Nursing. There was a $1,000 contribution to cover time and cost of communications with staff. The intent was to a base line study then a web based educational intervention to then re-assess the nurse to client education related to tobacco use during acute care stay. Thirty one nurses completed the baseline survey, 17 completed the 3-month, and 18 completed the 6-month follow-up survey. Fourteen nurses viewed the educational webcast and received CE certificates. Financial Donations for the Community - In Kind ---------------------------------------------- Personnel/Administrative Support - A staff member serves on the Boyle County 4-H Counsel. Community Service staff participate in both the Boyle and Lincoln Counties Integrated School Health Committees. This all volunteer group works to improve the School Health Index issues that have community impact. Staff also served on the Danville PEP grant implementation team. An advanced practice nurse serves on the Mercer County Health Department Board. A staff member serves on the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky Board and subcommittees. A staff member serves on the governing board for Christian Care Communities, addressing affordable, safe housing for the elderly in the commonwealth. A staff member serves on the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky governing board. The rehabilitation services director serves on the Physical Therapy Board. A staff member from marketing serves on The Salvation Army Board. |
| PROGRAM SERVICE ACCOMPLISHMENTS (CONT) | Community Building Activities ----------------------------- Coalition Building - Heroin overdose and deaths in the service area have increased at an alarming rate. A mental health professional from the Centre College has put together a broad community coalition to address the many faucets of this public health issue. The emergency department nursing and medical directors have worked with this group. An Ephraim McDowell administrative assistant services as the recording secretary for the task force. A case manager also serves on the task force. Community Service staff served in two statewide planning sessions with District 4-H leaders related to the annual Kentucky youth leadership conference. There were a total of 75 community members involved in the conference planning process. Community Health Improvement Advocacy - Community Service staff served on the board of the Foundation for Healthy Kentucky(FHK) and served on the executive, finance and ambassador committees in addition to their board membership advocating for improved access to care, better built environment and improved nutrition. FHK endowed chairs at the University of Kentucky and University of Louisville to focus on public health issues in rural Kentucky. Community Service staff served on the governance, and workforce committees for Christian Care Communities Board advocating for safe housing and care for the elderly. Community Service staff supported the education of health care professionals by serving on the board of the Southern Area Health Education Council. Community Service staff served as community faculty for University of Kentucky with participation in community research, education and performance improvement. Community Service staff served on the board of the Mercer County Health Department. Rehabilitation Services staff served on the Physical Therapy Board and participated at the Legislative Day in Frankfort to address rehabilitation needs in the Commonwealth. Leadership Development/Training for Community Members - Community Service staff collaborated with 4-H staff related to three events to provide leadership and skill development for a total of 40 students within the district. Workforce Development - The Southern Area Health Education Council is involved in the education of healthcare professionals in rural South-Central Kentucky and health policy. Community Benefit Operations ---------------------------- Community Health Needs Assessment- Professional Research Consultants of Omaha, Nebraska was engaged to conduct a scientifically valid six county CHNA for the system, including EMRMC, at a cost of $84,537. The confidence level is 95 percent for a sample of 1,000 area residents. A community focus group was convened for input from key informants from the six counties, with finding included in the report. The results were made available to the governing board in hard copy along with a summary presentation and implementation plan for 2015-2018. Once reviewed by the board, the report and implementation plan were posted on the website for public access. Findings were shared with community partners and speaking engagements were set up to share the findings throughout the service area during the FY 2015. Dedicated Staff - There was a dedicated staff of two full time, two part time individuals and flex RNs and Technicians that work as needed within the community service department and are funded by the health system. The staff was comprised of children's program coordinator, faith community nursing coordinator, a part-time community benefit coordinator and part time project coordinator all reporting to System Director, Nursing Administration, Regulatory Compliance, Associate Education, and Community Services. Total salary expense for dedicated community benefit staff was $2754,143 for FY 2014; with the decrease reflecting the reduction in hours within the department. Community Services total expense was $373,437. There was a part-time RN project director dedicated to the Healthy People: Health Community research and outreach program funded by the HRSA outreach grant. The cardiovascular risk reduction grant expended $165,436 in HRSA funds during FY 2014. There was a part time nurse practitioner and office manager for the Hope Clinic. Salary expenses were $12,526 for FY 2014. The reporting structure is that all department functions report to the system director and share space and resources. The system director then reports to the Ephraim McDowell Health System CNO/COO who reports to the governing board with annual work plan and budget approved by the governing board. In FY 2014, the new Community Health Needs Assessment and implementation plan were presented to the governing board for approval. |
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