Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
| (i)Name of supported organization | (ii) EIN | (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) | (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? | (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) | (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions) | |
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| 1 | Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... | ||||||
| 2 | Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf....... | ||||||
| 3 | The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge.. | ||||||
| 4 | Total. Add lines 1 through 3 | ||||||
| 5 | The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f).. | ||||||
| 6 | Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. | ||||||
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| 7 | Amounts from line 4.. | ||||||
| 8 | Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... | ||||||
| 9 | Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. | ||||||
| 10 | Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.).. | ||||||
| 11 | Total support Add lines 7 through 10. | ||||||
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(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 1 | Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . | ||||||
| 2 | Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose...... | ||||||
| 3 | Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513.. | ||||||
| 4 | Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf... | ||||||
| 5 | The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge.. | ||||||
| 6 | Total. Add lines 1 through 5. | ||||||
| 7a | Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons... | ||||||
| b | Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year. | ||||||
| c | Add lines 7a and 7b.. | ||||||
| 8 | Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.) | ||||||
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(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 9 | Amounts from line 6... | ||||||
| 10a | Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. | ||||||
| b | Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975. | ||||||
| c | Add lines 10a and 10b. | ||||||
| 11 | Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on. | ||||||
| 12 | Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) .. | ||||||
| 13 | Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. | ||||||
| Section A - Adjusted Net Income | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Net short-term capital gain | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Other gross income (see instructions) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Add lines 1 through 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Depreciation and depletion | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Other expenses (see instructions) | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) | 8 | ||||
| Section B - Minimum Asset Amount | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): | 1 | ||||
| a | Average monthly value of securities | 1a | ||||
| b | Average monthly cash balances | 1b | ||||
| c | Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets | 1c | ||||
| d | Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) | 1d | ||||
| e | Discount claimed for blockage or other factors (explain in detail in Part VI): | |||||
| 2 | Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Subtract line 2 from line 1d | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Multiply line 5 by .035 | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) | 8 | ||||
| Section C - Distributable Amount | Current Year | |||||
| 1 | Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Enter 85% of line 1 | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Income tax imposed in prior year | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a non-functionally-integrated Type III supporting organization (see instructions) | |||||
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| 3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations | ||
| 4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets | ||
| 5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required) | ||
| 6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions | ||
| 7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. | ||
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| 9 Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6 | ||
| 10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount | ||
| Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) |
(i) Excess Distributions |
(ii) Underdistributions Pre-2014 |
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| a From 2009.......X | ||||
| b From 2010.......X | ||||
| c From 2011.......X | ||||
| d From 2012.......X | ||||
| e From 2013....... | ||||
| fTotal of lines 3a through e | ||||
| g Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
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| j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f. | ||||
| 4Distributions for 2014 from Section D, line 7: | ||||
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| a Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| b Applied to 2014 distributable amount | ||||
| c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4. | ||||
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| 8 Breakdown of line 7: | ||||
| a From 2010.......X | ||||
| b From 2011.......X | ||||
| c From 2012.......X | ||||
| d From 2013....... | ||||
| e From 2014....... | ||||
| Facts And Circumstances Test |
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| Return Reference | Explanation |
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| Atlantic Ambulance and Practice Associates Medical Group | Atlantic Ambulance is a Box 9 organization. It receives more than 33 1/3% of its support from activities related to it's exempt functions and no more than 33 1/3% of its support from gross investment income and unrelated income from businesses acquired by the organization after June 30, 1995. Practice Associates Medical Group (PAMG) is a Box 11 organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of one or more publicly supported organizations described in Section 509(a)(1) or Section 509(a)(2). PAMG is a type 1 organization and is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or Section 509(a)(2). PAMG did not receive a written determination letter from the IRS that it is Type I, Type II or Type III supporting organization. Since August 17, 2006, PAMG has not accepted any gift or contribution from (i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii) and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization. (ii)A family member of a person described in (i) above. (iii) 35% controlled entity of a person in (i) or (ii) above. PAMG provided support to AHS Hospital Corp-Morrsitown Division (EIN #52-1958352)during 2014 in the amount of $6,094,135. |
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Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at| Return Reference | Explanation |
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| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 1 | The Organization's Group 990 tax return consists of the following three exempt organizations comprising of a total of 40 voting trustees: 1. AHS Hospital Corp. This organization primarily consists of major health care programs for four hospitals and its supporting administrative functions. It comprises the majority of Atlantic Health Care System's resources in terms of operational, financial and management decision making. Fourteen (14) of the twenty (20) voting trustees are deemed to be independent in conjunction with IRS guidance. 2. Atlantic Ambulance This organization is comprised primarily of ambulance transportation for emergency medical services. Due to the rather small operations, all five of its voting trustees represent management employees from an affiliated organization (AHS Hospital Corp). As a result, the five trustees are deemed not to be independent. 3. Practice Associates Medical Group This organization consists of a physician group providing physician programs. All of its fifteen (15) voting trustees are physicians and are generally affiliated with Atlantic Health System, Inc. either through employment or by practice leasing agreements. As a result, all fifteen (15) of the voting trustees are deemed not to be independent. |
| 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 2014 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. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 | - A review of officer compensation by an independent 3rd party (Integrated Healthcare Strategies) is completed every year. The most recent survey was conducted in 2014. 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: | Government grants used for capital purchases 497,955. Change in funded status of benefit plans -125,994,884. Contributions 35,599,394. Donations 1,984,168. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | At Atlantic Health System, our vision is to empower our communities to be the healthiest in the nation. We are dedicated to this goal by providing world-class medicine at our four medical centers-Morristown Medical Center (MMC), Overlook Medical Center (OMC), Newton Medical Center (NMC), and Chilton Medical Center (CMC) via outstanding physicians, procedures and technologies. In 2014, we had more than 1,030,000 patient encounters at our medical centers. In addition to treating patients, Atlantic Health System is committed to creating healthier communities. In 2014, Atlantic Health System contributed over $116 million to continue improving the health and well-being of the people we serve in the communities of Northern New Jersey, Pike County in Pennsylvania and southern Orange County in New York. This includes: -$ 79.5 million in free and discounted health care services to the poor, uninsured, aged, and others who need a safety net. -$ 5.8 million on a broad array of community programs related to health care missions and responding to needs in the community touching 3.9 million individuals -$ 1.3 million to other not-for-profits and community organizations -$ 29.7 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 286 residents and fellows. In addition, we contribute substantially to the local economy, purchasing millions of dollars in goods and services and employing over 12,200 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. In 2014, Atlantic Health System contributed $116,219,765 in Community Benefit summarized as follows: Section 1 - Direct Patient Care $99,765,205 Medical Assistance Shortfall $54,038,921 NJ Medicaid is health insurance provided by the state covering low-income parents/caretakers and dependent children, pregnant women and people who are aged, blind or disabled. Uncompensated Charity Care $25,441,822 Free and reduced cost care provided for people unable to pay. Subsidized Health Services $20,284,462 Clinical services provided by the health system hospitals despite a financial loss to the organization. Financial loss is measured after removing losses from uncompensated charity care, bad debt and Medicaid shortfalls. Section 2 - Professional & Patient Education and Research $9,635,185 Medical Education $4,665,813 Includes the salary expenses for supporting graduate and undergraduate medical education and other support activities, such as the hospital library. Nursing Education $1,015,707 Includes the salary expenses for nurses educating and mentoring nursing students in the healthcare system during 2014. Research Activities $868,662 Includes the clinical research expenses for cardiology, pediatric, surgery, oncology and emergency services shared with the public and funded by the government or other tax-exempt organization. Patient Education $1,452,079 Includes salaries, benefits and other expenses for Community Health patient educators and patient education materials. Clinical Education $1,632,924 Includes salaries and other expenses for clinical education programs run by the healthcare system to educate healthcare professionals and clinicians. Section 3 - Community Education, Disease Prevention $5,144,256 and Health Services Community Health and Health Studies Department $1,356,850 Includes community-based initiatives through grant acquisition and management, Community Health Needs Assessment, community school health programs, Teen HealthFX.com website, place-based approaches to community health improvement, and health literacy. Health Promotion, Education and Disease Prevention $2,561,430 Includes Overlook View magazine, Well Aware community newsletters, fitness programs, health fairs, Injury Prevention programs, patient education publications, including e-health newsletters, promoting wellness and disease awareness. Pastoral Care $759,943 Includes salary expenses for pastoral care staff that provides ministry to the healthcare system's patients, family and staff. Emergency Education $326,309 Includes the educational costs for training physicians, nurses and first-responders in the region. Also includes providing disaster preparedness training in the community. Carol G. Simon Cancer Center $139,724 Includes the costs for providing support groups, exercise classes, programs, screenings, counseling and survivor celebrations to the community free of charge. Section 4 - Community Partnerships and Support $1,675,119 Patient Care Community Activities $275,056 Includes free flu shots, medications and diabetes supplies for people unable to pay, eye, dental and other health screenings, providing meals to the community and feeding the homeless. Sponsorships for Community Service Organizations $1,347,147 Includes support for numerous not-for-profit organizations that are aligned with the healthcare system. Also includes the costs for Sussex County Meals-on-Wheels program at Newton Medical Center. Community Building Activities $52,916 Includes coalitions for mental health issues and traumatic loss events, health information technology, healthy communities and school culture and climate. Also includes the costs for the community garden in the Summit community to encourage healthier lifestyles. About Atlantic Health System - OVERVIEW World Class Care Atlantic Health System is one of the largest non-profit health care systems in New Jersey, providing a wide array of health care services. Comprised of Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center in Summit, Newton Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center, and Goryeb Children's Hospital -- all of which are accredited by The Joint Commission and members of AllSpire Health Partners -- the system has 1,599 licensed beds and more than 4,059 affiliated physicians. Among the top 30 US hospitals, nationally ranked by U.S. News and World Report, and recognized by FORTUNE as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For". Atlantic Health System also has a medical school affiliation with the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. 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 four specialties, including orthopedics, cardiology & heart surgery, geriatrics and pulmonology and is the Best Regional Hospital in five specialties, including gastroenterology and GI Surgery, gynecology, nephrology, neurology and neurosurgery, 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 neurology and neurosurgery. 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | Chilton Medical Center delivers various inpatient and outpatient programs and medical services in a compassionate, state-of-the-art setting. Chilton Medical Center has attained Primary Stroke Center certification from the NJ Department of Health and the Joint Commission. Chilton Medical Center is affiliated with highly acclaimed physicians and has a staff of specialists representing more than 60 medical specialties and subspecialties which include bariatric services, breast surgery, oncology, cardiology, orthopedics, pediatrics and stroke care. An important part of Atlantic Health System's mission is to improve the health status of its communities. In 2014, Atlantic Health System's Medical Centers engaged in 1,030,695 patient encounters, of which 84,209 were inpatient and 946,486 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. Community Focus - OVERVIEW The vision of Atlantic Health System is "empowering our communities to be the healthiest in the nation". We are committed to finding ways to help people live and stay well through world-class care, innovative partnerships and impactful programs. In 2014 alone, AHS reached over 3.9 million individuals with $5.8 million worth of services. Atlantic Health System's mission is: - Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable patient care within a healing culture - Educate, in an exemplary manner all our human resources - 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) during 2013. 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 NMC, and CMC), 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. The five community health needs identified, prioritized and currently being implemented by Atlantic Health System at the four medical centers are: Access to Care; Behavioral Health; Healthy Eating, Active Living; Physical Activity and Nutrition; and Cancer Prevention. Atlantic Health System's medical centers (Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Newton Medical Center and Chilton Medical Center) have been making steady progress in addressing the individual needs identified among its communities. Access to Care Accomplishments: - Created and distributed 14,600 resource cards for free and low-cost care in the community - Developed 1,000 resource directories for the community with local services - Created a Transportation resource sheet to distribute in the community - Hosted health literacy photovoice project to highlight patient voices - Increased access to specialists for patients of area clinics by 20% - Over four dozen health education programs were provided to 7,300 underserved individuals - Over 11,500 individuals have been screened to increase preventative service utilization - Healthy Avenues Van brought 103 screenings and educational programs to 20 towns in the community - Provided application assistance for Health Insurance Exchange with 122 residents signing up for insurance Behavioral Health Accomplishments: - Provided educational programs to 465 physicians and pharmacists about prescription drug monitoring and the opiate epidemic - Hosted "Do No Harm" prescription drug abuse program for 150 physicians and healthcare providers - Provided educational programs to 81 school nurses and student assistant counselors about brief alcohol screening - Supported caregiver events by the funded Mental Health First Aid Training (MHFA) Center, training 28 instructors and providing MHFA training to over 360 individuals across our communities who learn how to help people developing a mental illness or are in a crisis situation - Promoted usage of prescription drop boxes placed in the community to help reach over 50,000 residents - Partnered with schools and organizations for drug awareness programs for teens and parents - Provided mental health programs and depression screenings in the community - Increased opportunities for isolated seniors by offering a health and wellness program called New Vitality - Provided "Project Purple" program for 1,400 parents and community members Healthy Eating, Active Living Accomplishments: - Funded Project Fit America playground equipment at three area schools - Provided 6 TeenFit FX in the classroom programs - Supported the creation of community garden in Morris Township - Hosted over two dozen nutrition lectures with community partners to 1,189 participants - Screenings held out in community supermarkets for 1,770 community members - Taught a children's activity and nutrition program to over 950 individuals - Hosted "Dinner and a Lecture" series that reached over 780 participants - Hosted CPS-3 registration program where 75 community individuals signed up for the American Cancer Society's Cancer prevention clinical study Physical Activity and Nutrition Accomplishments: - Established community garden on hospital campus in Summit and the "Bee Healthy" program - Provided nutrition programs and Zumba exercise classes to students - Provided 30 bilingual classes taught by medical residents to low-income families - Provided weekly exercise sessions for seniors in Overlook's downtown location - Offered nutritional and exercise classes to the community - Supported farmers' markets and community gardens in the area Cancer Prevention Accomplishments: - Reached close to 1,000 community members through cancer prevention educational programs and screenings held in the community - Worked with our community partners to provide Breast Health educational programs in the community Atlantic Health System's medical centers (MMC, OMC, NMC and CMC) will continue to address these health needs through the end of 2015. The process for the 2016 community health needs assessment is underway. Atlantic Health System contributes significantly to economic development in the region. We are one of New Jersey's largest private employers with 12,271 employees. In 2014, for the 6th 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. Atlantic Health System earned a ranking among the top 25 companies in 2014. Site Number of Employees Morristown Medical Center 5,394 Overlook Medical Center 3,345 Newton Medical Center 1,016 Chilton Medical Center 1,154 Atlantic Health System 1,362 Total 12,271 Health Professions Education Atlantic Health System strengthens communities by training New Jersey's future health care professionals. In 2014, Atlantic Health System trained 286 residents and fellows in addition to many third- and fourth-year medical students. 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 and oversees Atlantic Health System's response to community emergencies. Protection and Security Services/Emergency Management is involved in many community planning committees and provides training and educational program in the community. Atlantic Ambulance Corporation Atlantic Ambulance Corporation ambulances and helicopters respond to individual health care emergencies as well as disasters in surrounding communities. In 2014, over 33,900 patients utilized an ambulance and 394 helicopter 9-1-1 dispatches were received. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | Atlantic Center for Research Atlantic Health System medical centers have an enduring research history, with primary areas focused on cardiology, oncology, neurology, and pediatric endocrinology and gastroenterology. Morristown and Overlook medical centers are often one of few hospitals selected to participate in groundbreaking clinical trials to treat different types of heart disease, advanced cancers, including women's cancers and melanoma skin cancer, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease. Since the opening of Goryeb Children's Hospital in 2002, specialized centers have also been involved in research activities to improve outcomes for children with blood disorders, lung disease, gastrointestinal disease, hormonal and metabolic disorders, and neurological conditions. In 2013, the Atlantic Center for Research launched a new website that provides information about open and enrolling clinical trials and research studies across Atlantic Health System medical centers. The tablet and smartphone-friendly website, atlantichealth.org/research, features a search tool that allows visitors to easily find trials based on disease area, keywords, and the name of the physician conducting the trial. 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 a large collection of consumer health materials, including 4,000 health books as well as newsletters, magazines and free pamphlets, all written in non-technical language. From January through December 2014, 162 books were borrowed by the public. Environmental Sustainability 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. In 2014, Morristown Medical Center contributed a total of $ 58,077,027 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. - Coronary Care Unit - Beacon Award for Critical Care Excellence from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. - 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. - Cccredited 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. - Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality: Human Rights Campaign Foundation Healthcare Equality Index 2014 - Achieved Exemplar status (highest designation) for its NICHE program (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) program. - 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. - Goryeb Children's Center Pediatric Intensive Care Unit - Gold-level Beacon Award for Excellence from the American Association of Critical Care Nurses. In 2014, Morristown Medical Center had 471,332 patient encounters, of which 40,820 were inpatient and 430,512 were outpatient. Of these, 20,863 inpatient encounters and 248,219 outpatient encounters were with residents of Morris County, and of these, 3,507 inpatient encounters and 52,351 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 2014, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 14,726,217. 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 $42,428,215. 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 2014, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 11,522,743. This includes community health ($ 9,031,541), research ($449,012) and training ($ 2,042,190). 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 2014, Morristown Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 29,662,925. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | 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. 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 - Fairleigh Dickinson University - Family Health Center of Morristown - College of St. Elizabeth - 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 - Morris Museum - Morristown Municipal Building - Interfaith Food Pantry - Neighborhood House - Pentecostal Church - Raritan Senior Center - Saint Margaret's Church - Salvation Army - ShopRite Supermarkets - Seventh Day Adventist Church - Morristown Church of Christ - Chester Senior Resource Center - Chester Library - Wind of the Spirit - County College of Morris - Calvary Baptist Church - El Encuentro 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 2014, Morristown Medical Center reached more than 1,339,207 community members though ongoing health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 1,618,193. Total Number of Activities 176 Total Persons Served 1,339,207 Total Community Benefit $1,618,193 Program Descriptions - Association for Community Health Improvement (ACHI) - A professional organization for community health, healthy communities and public health that provides tools and methods to improve community benefit practices within hospitals and health systems. - ABH (Atlantic Behavioral Health) activities - ABH mental health education to the general community population, community physicians and local community business groups concerning mental health issues, substance abuse and various treatment resources. - Adaptability Research (Patients/Communities) - Research into resilience/patient adaptability, led by Mission Development team, in partnership with various clinical departments and communities. - Adaptable Communities Summit 2014 - Atlantic Center for Population Health Sciences hosted the Empowering Adaptable Communities: Building Resilience in Vulnerable Populations Summit at the College of St. Elizabeth. - ALICE Research Advisory - The ALICE program (ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) looks at the financial hardships in New Jersey and works to address the needs of this financially challenged, employed population. - Altitude Steering Committee - Altitude is an empowerment program targeting 8th graders in Sussex County that seeks to inspire students to move toward their highest and best selves. Altitude Steering Committee helps create the foundation for the Altitude program that works with students to provide opportunities for community service, develop life skills and providing mentoring when needed. - Alzheimer's Association - Young Onset Caregiver's Support - Support group that provides emotional and educational support to community members with early onset of dementia (Alzheimer's disease), their caregivers and families. - American Public Health Conference - Community Health manager attended the American Public Health Association (APHA) national conference to gain knowledge on public health policies and practices promoting healthy communities, in addition to presenting at a Round Table discussion. - APA - American Psychological Association convention - Presentation given by AHS Mission Development at this annual convention about health care integration and reform. - APHA Conference - Presentation given by AHS Mission Development at the American Public Health Association (APHA) national conference. - Art Therapy for Stroke Survivors - AHS art therapist provides art therapy sessions for stroke survivors and caregivers to improve functional, manipulative ability and improve neuro plasticity and increase synapsing of right and left brain activity post-stroke. - Arthritis Health Fair - Educational materials provided at this fair to community members about arthritis, its symptoms and treatment options. - Arts in Healing Coalition Community Group: Building Arts Community - Coalition members educate, inspire and encourage people to share the healing benefits of the creative process with community partners to plan community celebrations and educate the community about the role the arts plays in health, healing and well-being. - Atlantic Center for Population Health Sciences Learning Series - The Center assesses the health of our communities and works with local organizations to address their wellness needs and distribute the outcomes among the populations we serve. The Center coordinates the community health departments at each of our hospitals and provides data, evaluation and support within our health system. - 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 Website - Atlantic Health System website informs users of health care programs and services, including classes and screenings for the communities. - Atlantic Healthy Schools MMC - A collaborative project that brings together health care professionals and members of school communities with the goal of improving the health of all students. This project is working to create healthier places for our young people to learn and grow by using "Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child" model. - Autism Awareness - Education program done by Protection and Security Services and educate emergency medical technicians, first responders, law enforcement officers and healthcare professionals on autism symptoms and characteristics and identify public safety risks for individuals with autism. - Balance Screening - Screening for seniors at a community health fair to test participants on their balance level and provide information on risks for falls. - Behavioral Health Education - Share educational materials on mental illness, its signs and symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis and treatment options available to the community to improve their knowledge and ability to access care when needed. - 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 |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Cancer Center Activities 2014 - 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 Health Fair - Education on cardiac health to the community, in addition to treatment options for cardiac health, including integrative medicine therapies. - 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 that provides emotional support for parents of children with autism and lectures on behavior management, educational learning problem in children and child psychology, - 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. - Christmas for JBWS (Jersey Battered Women Service) - Promote good will in the community to those in need by collecting gift cards to victims of abuse and their children in the community so that they can shop for food, clothing and toys during the holiday season. - Colgate Health Fair - Provide educational materials on diabetes to improve individual's knowledge regarding the signs and symptoms of diabetes for earlier diagnosis and their personal risk for diabetes. - Collective Impact - This group meets and coordinates the efforts and 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. - 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 Department Wellness Lectures - Lectures held to promote general wellness for the community at various community locations to gain new health care knowledge - Community Health Fair Morristown - Provide blood pressure screenings, prostate cancer screenings and education to community members on health topics to improve the overall health of the Morristown community. - Concussion Management for Athletes -Education by board certified Sports Medicine physicians to educate athletes, school coaches and parents on signs and symptoms of concussions, treatment, return to play protocols and potential long-term effects. - Coping with Cancer through Creativity Using Art and Music -An interactive program using art and music to help patients manage stress, relax, reflect and thrive during cancer treatments. - Corporate 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. - Cost of Community Benefit Software - Cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - 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. - 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 Education for College of St. Elizabeth Dietetic Interns - Lecture regarding diabetes and the management of the disease to improve the interns' comprehension in diabetes management. - 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. - Diabetes Support Group Type 1 - Support Group offering emotional support and education for adults living with Type 1 Diabetes and diabetes management techniques. - Diabetes Support Group Type 2 - Support Group offering emotional support and education for adults living with Type 2 Diabetes and diabetes management techniques. - Dietetic Interns - Student interns obtain clinical experience and education to become a registered dietitian in this internship diabetes rotation under the supervision of an instructor. - Do Not Harm Symposium - Education for physicians and other healthcare professionals on the latest advances in the diagnosis and treatment of individuals with Parkinson's disease, Dystonia, Restless Legs' Syndrome and other common neurological movement disorders. - 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 - MMC, OMC, NMC and Goryeb Children's Hospital - 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. - Equine Tranquility Wellness Center - Bariatric Medicine exercise physiologist volunteers at this therapeutic riding center that promotes personal development, communication and enhances emotional well-being through riding classes and trail rides for special needs' individuals. - Expressions: Art Therapy Group sessions - Art therapy group sessions for children ages 9-12 years old who are diagnosed with a chronic illness or are experiencing chronic pain that will instill relaxation, increase self-esteem and self-awareness and promote health and healing. - Fairleigh Dickinson University - Continuing higher education for Mission Development management to gain knowledge used to further advance and improve our health care system's community benefit program and practices. - 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. - Family Counseling & Guidance Program Gym Scholarships - Family Health Center provides health education, fitness and psychosocial services for underserved, at-risk children, who receive gym scholarships to exercise, get active and develop a healthy lifestyle. - Family Counseling & Guidance Program Family Year-Long Support Group-Family Health Center runs this support group for underserved, at-risk families which provide emotional support and education to parents and their children who are working to develop a healthy lifestyle through proper nutrition and fitness. - Family Counseling Guidance Program Visit to Grow It Green Morristown - Family Health Center and Grow It Green collaborate to provide an opportunity for underserved children to make healthier eating choices through education and picking their own free vegetables during the summer. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - FCN (Faith Community Nurse) Task Force - Planning group for faith community nurse training and networking events that meets every other month that provides a platform to faith community nurses - 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. - Foot Screenings - Wound Healing Center - Assessment of the foot for any abnormalities by Wound Care Center staff. - Fresh Food Delivery - Food truck provided the delivery of fresh fruit and vegetables to underprivileged residents in need in the town of Summit. - Headquarters Plaza Community Health Fair - Respiratory Care staff provide pulmonary function screening to community members, along with education based on the findings. - Healing Arts Coalition Conference - Conference that brings together the arts and healthcare community through a multidisciplinary look at how the arts plays a vital role in healing, as well as providing support for the Autism spectrum and creative arts therapy communities. - Healing Culture Council - Monthly meetings of this group of system employees from different hospitals and professions who were all devoted to bring our mission of a healing culture for our patients, employees and visitors. - Healing Harp: Kristy Chmura - Harpist played music in public hospital areas for patients and visitors, promoting environmental music therapy in healing and reducing stress and anxiety. - Healing Melodies: Mark Garni - Pianist played music in public hospital areas for patients and visitors, promoting environmental music therapy in healing and reducing stress and anxiety. - Health Fairs - Health Fairs in multiple towns in the community which provides both various health screenings and education on health topics so that individuals learn how to be better health care advocates and improve their health. - Health Insurance and Rehab Services Information Fair - Rehab Services provide educational materials to Morris County community members on health and wellness tips, how to understand Medicare and Medicaid health insurance plans and the different types of therapy services available to individuals based on red flags and their other health concerns. - Healthy Communities - Planning and Development - Community Health Department's time to develop this new program which identifies vulnerable populations and implements innovative and evidence-based initiatives to minimize avoidable injury, illness and hospitalization. - 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. - Integrative Medicine Community Lectures - Medical Director of Integrative Medicine gave a series of lectures to educate the community and healthcare personnel on integrative medicine techniques, stress reduction and self-care. - 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 Rodeo - A mobile event that teaches children safe cycling while riding their bike, in addition to providing a helmet for children who do not have one. - 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. - 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 CPS Introduction - An interactive program designed to inform parents and caregivers the 4 steps to car seat safety. - Injury Prevention CPS Tech Class - A 32-hour class that enables interested community members the opportunity to become certified car seat technicians. - Injury Prevention Every 15 minutes - A program designed to highlight the issues associated with Teen MVC. - Injury Prevention Furniture Tip Overs - A program providing tips to families in the community on how to childproof your furniture and television sets and prevent a tip-over tragedy. - 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 Safe Kids - Safe Communities Coalition Meeting - Injury Prevention nurse practitioner participates in this quarterly meeting with our community partners to review the efforts of the Northern NJ Safe Kids/Safe Communities initiative. - 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 Exhibit - An interactive water safety exhibit that encourages the use of a portable floatation device (PFD) and supervision while swimming. - 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). - Injury Prevention WTW Pedestrian Safety - A program for elementary school children on pedestrian safety. - 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. - Joni Rose Mandala Workshop - Workshop held for oncology patients, cancer survivors, family, friends and caregivers to create art that supports healing of the mind, body and spirit and instill relaxation and promote health and healing. - 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. - Learning Series 2014 - AHS Mission Development hosted a series of symposiums on key topics in population health for our communities. - Lunch & Learn at the Morris Museum - A series of lectures offered to our communities about current health topics, medical conditions and chronic diseases by medical professionals to help individuals achieve better health and well-being. - 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. - Mentorship for MSW Graduate Students - Geriatric Assessment Center social workers provide mentorship to graduate students pursuing a Master's degree in Social Work where the students obtain hands-on clinical experience in Geriatric Care during the academic school year. - Metrowest - AHS Mission Development fostered educational and networking events in the community for community partners in the greater Metrowest NJ area to promote health and wellness for individuals in need. - 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Monthly Q&A Lecture Series - Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute therapists and guest speakers offers a series of lectures for community members of health and safety topics, including fall prevention, safely getting in and out of cars, nutrition, home care, how to exercise safely, stroke prevention and how to better manage their health. - Morris Museum Art Therapy Workshops - Workshops open to community individuals living with chronic pain and chronic illness to create art and help reduce dependence on pain medications through the use of art therapy and provide both stress relief and pain relief. - Msgr. John F. Corr Stroke Treatment and Education Center Activities - Msgr. John F. Corr Stroke and Wellness Center staff and stroke survivors volunteer their time to perform educational outreach on secondary stroke prevention, risk factors for stroke, signs and symptoms of a stroke and healthy lifestyle changes for various community groups, including schools, senior centers and assisted living facilities. - 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. - NASM: Corrective Exercises -Sports Medicine NASM corrective exercise specialist provides this workshop for coaches and trainers on injury prevention, reduction of movement deficiencies, improvement of muscular imbalances and how to maximize results by creating safe, individualized training programs for athletes. - 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. - Neuropathy Lectures - Lecture to the community to educate participants about neuropathy, its signs and symptoms and treatment options. - New Vitality Planning and Development - Community Health Department's time to develop this new program which will meet the needs of today's adults age 65 and older to reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations by providing preventative health screenings, nutrition classes, exercise classes and health lectures to our senior community members. - Newark Boys Chorus - Annual holiday program of seasonal songs provided for the community by the Healing Arts Program to promote good will in the community and optimal mental and emotional health and well-being. - Newborn Classes - Infant care and safety classes provided to parents. - NJCEED Cancer Grant Education - Cancer education provided in Morris County for the underserved, uninsured multicultural minority community. Education will focus on breast, cervical, colorectal and prostate cancer awareness and cancer prevention. - NJCEED Cancer Grant Outreach - Cancer outreach provided in Morris County for the underserved, uninsured multicultural minority community. Outreach includes the distribution of NJCEED flier with clinic phone numbers for all counties, cancer awareness literature and information on locations in NJ where to access cancer screening services. - 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. - NJSIAA Workshop- Workshop for high school athletic trainers and physical therapists focusing on the current health issues and injuries facing student athletes. - 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. - NPAA Grant Brainstorming Session - AHS Mission Development is involved with the National Prevention Partnership Award program that helps provide assistance to individuals least able to help themselves in supplying health promotional programs and preventative disease measures - Nutrition & Cooking for Healthier Lifestyles Grant - A program that allows community members from group homes for developmentally disabled to learn what constitutes healthy eating, helps the participants to understand the reasons for healthy eating, and assist the group home participants how to prepare menus for different diets under different time and budget constraints. - Oral Cancer Screening - Participants are examined by a dentist and education and counseling is provided. - Orthopedic/Sports Medicine Lectures - Community lectures given by orthopedic physicians to discuss current treatments modalities for arthritis and sports-related injuries. - Palliative Care Program Education - MMC - A series of lectures done by the Internal Medicine physician, in conjunction with the MMC Palliative Care staff, to educate healthcare professionals in the community about palliative care. - Parker Home Board Participation - AHS Vice President and Chief Information Officer provides healthcare management and healthcare information technology guidance for a NJ not-for-profit nursing home and long-term care provider, Parker Home, by serving as a Board member on the Board of Directors and several Board committees. - Passion Through Art 8th Annual Employee Art Exhibit - AHS employees, their immediate family members, volunteers and retired AHS employees are invited to submit their original artwork pieces, such as paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography, as art for the community to enjoy. - Patient and Family Education Center - This education center was set up in the David & Joan Powell Center for Healthy Aging Geriatric Center for seniors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, students and community members on geriatrics and issues facing the aging population and caregivers. - Pediatric Outreach Education in Community - Education provided to the community on multiple pediatric topics for school students, teachers, coaches, nurses and healthcare professionals. - 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. - Pope John Parent/Athlete - Series of lectures by medical professionals on concussions and nutrition for the high school athlete for student athletes, coaches and trainers. - 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. - 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. - Resolve Through Sharing Bereavement Support Group - Bereavement Support Group offering emotional support and education for couples dealing with loss and grief in pregnancy and the death of an expected child. - 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. - 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - 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. - Sponsor the Day - Soup Kitchen - Sponsorship of the Morristown Soup Kitchen and Outreach Center by fifteen senior managers who served meals to the community members to raise awareness of hunger and good nutrition for optimal health - Sports Health Community Fitness - An initiative to offer adult fitness opportunities to the community by providing greater access to fitness programs, including bike training, golf fitness and a masters athlete boot camp, in a central location. - 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 Awareness Lectures - MMC - A series of lectures by the Comprehensive Stroke Center staff to educate community members on stroke symptoms and what to do in the event of a stroke emergency. - 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 Support Group at Atlantic Rehabilitation Institute - Support group to provide emotional support to stroke survivors, family and caregivers to help improve the quality of life after a stroke, educate individuals about available support services and support individuals 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. - Sussex County Community Health Coalition - AHS Mission Development participation in this coalition of several community partners whose goal is to assist community members in providing health prevention training and working towards health improvement. - 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." - The Master's Athlete - A program for the aging population of active and athletic individuals, local coaches and trainers of the Master's Athlete where speakers discuss common knee, hip and general fitness issues that affect the aging athletes' experience. Prevention, treatment options and safe training practices for aging athletes are discussed. - 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. - Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society -Hyperbaric Oxygen Services clinical coordinator gave a presentation at the national Undersea & Hyperbaric Medical Society conference to healthcare professionals about an unique hyperbaric oxygen patient case with delayed radiation tissue injury. - Urogynecology Outreach - Series of lectures about urogynecology to both the community and healthcare professionals by medical physicians. - Us Too Prostate Cancer Support Group - Oncology Research manager gave a presentation to this support group to educate its members on clinical research and clinical trials available as treatment options for prostate cancer. - USATF Programs - Athletic events open to athletes in the community who are interested in learning from experts about competitive running, strength & conditioning and nutrition. - UKulele Club - A music therapy group for children ages 8 -12 living with diabetes that assists to reduce or diminish a child's level of stress in managing diabetes, reduce their social isolation and increase their outside interests. - 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. - Wellness Lectures - Community lectures given to education the public on aspects of nutrition, stress management and exercise to maintain or attain optimal health. - 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. - 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. - Your Heath Advocate: Video Answers to Your Palliative Care Questions - Lectures done by the Internal Medicine physician, in conjunction with the MMC Palliative Care staff, to community nursing facilities, to educate healthcare professionals, its residents and families about palliative care through using a family/patient-centered website. 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. - 20 hours were donated to Morris Catholic High School to develop the school's strategic plan. - 3 hours of chair massage services were donated by the Center for Well Being at the Mylan Specialty Company health fair for individuals. - 12 hours were donated to a water company as a board trustee to ensure that lake members have adequate access to water. - 50 hours were donated to several Nursing Advisory Boards at local colleges as an advisory board leader to meet future nursing needs. - 41 hours were donated to Cancer Support Community of Central NJ as the Co-chair for the Board of Trustees. - 15 hours were donated to College of St. Elizabeth as a support group leader in placing 18 nursing students for clinical rotations through the Haitian Nurse Exchange Program. - 17 hours were donated to the Deirdre's House as a board member. 5, Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Morristown Medical Center provided $ 546,949 in direct financial contributions in 2014 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 - Contact We Care - American Diabetes Association - Big Brothers Big Sisters - Pass It Along - American Heart Association - Community Soup Kitchen of Morristown - Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - Medical Needs Foundation - Liberty Science Center - 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 - Alliance for Lupus Research - Project Fit America - United Way of Morris County - NJ AIDS Services - The Valerie Fund Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 12,271 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 4,337 live in Morris County and 683 are Morristown residents. Morristown Medical Center employs 5,394 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: |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - 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 2014, it trained six fellows in cardiovascular disease, four fellows in emergency medicine and pediatrics, two in Allopathic Sports Medicine, and two in Urogynecology. Morristown Medical Center maintains an osteopathic program in Family Medicine in 2014. 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 in July 2013 to assist in meeting its strategic mission of recruiting and retaining primary care physicians. The MMC Surgical Residency Program was accepted into FIRST Trial, designed by the American Board of Surgery and the American College of Surgery to examine how increasing flexibility of surgical resident duty hour requirements affects patient care, surgical outcomes and resident perceptions. The program was assigned to the "Usual Care" Arm (Control Arm). Each academic year more than 600 nursing students and more than 50 graduate and undergraduate students from various nursing schools fulfill their clinical rotation requirements every month at Morristown Medical Center. This number continues to rise. Nurses at Morristown Medical Center assist students to learn how to deliver comprehensive nursing care in various health care settings. Morristown Medical Center also offers an extern program for nursing students in their junior year 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 of the hospital. We also provide mentors for nurses on staff as well as in the community to enable them to attain a BSN, MSN or doctorate in nursing. 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. 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 five 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 In 2014, Overlook Medical Center contributed a total of $ 43,072,782 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, 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. - Accredited by the Joint Commission. - 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 2014, Overlook Medical Center had 304,319 patient encounters, of which 24,467 were inpatient and 279,852 were outpatient. Of these, 15,365 inpatient encounters and 169,194 outpatient encounters were with residents of Union County, and of these, 1,109 inpatient encounters and 16,780 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | 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 2014, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 8,778,203. 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 $39,277,202. 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 2014, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 16,139,082. This includes community health ($ 11,322,717), research ($403,035) and training ($ 4,413,330). 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 2014, Overlook Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 15,591,763. 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. 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 - ShopRite Supermarket - Clark - 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 2014, Overlook Medical Center reached more than 1,305,516 community members though health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 2,185,575. Total Number of Activitis 33 Total Persons Served 1,305,516 Total Community Benefit $2,185,575 Program Descriptions - Artist in Residence Program: Dan Fenelon - Patients, visitors, medical staff, employees, volunteers and the public experience in the creative process as artist Dan Felelon creates new art pieces for AHS medical centers, providing an outlet for stress relief and distraction from medical treatment or job stresses. - Atlantic Healthy Schools Corporate - Atlantic Healthy Schools is working to create healthier places for our young people to learn and grow. A partnership approach to school health that allows us to share best practices and outcomes. This program is using "Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child" model developed by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and the CDC. - "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. - AAA Screening - Vascular screening and evaluation for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) and provide education based on findings to community member. - Alcohol Awareness Month - Educate community and increase awareness of alcoholism and medical treatment options for chemical dependency. - 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. - Atlantic Healthy Schools OMC - A collaborative project that brings together health care professionals and members of school communities with the goal of improving the health of all students. - Bard's Health & Benefits Fair - Disseminate mental health and addition program educational materials at this health fair and share drug addiction treatment options and methods with individuals. - Basic Post Natal Care: Postpartum Depression/ Life Style Changes (SP) - Class held in Spanish for Spanish-speaking community members to educate individuals about postpartum depression which can affect women after childbirth and options available to treat it through life style changes. - Basic Prenatal Care: First and Second Trimesters of Pregnancy (SP) - Class held in Spanish for Latino pregnant mothers on basic prenatal care. - Basic Prenatal Care: Third Trimester/Preparing for Birth (SP) - Class held in Spanish for Latino pregnant mothers on basic prenatal care during the third trimester and preparing for childbirth. - Basics of Breastfeeding - Class held in Spanish and was taught by a Spanish-speaking lactation specialist (RN) to teach Latino mothers the basics on breastfeeding their babies. - Basics of Well Baby Care (SP) - Class held in Spanish by a Family Practice resident to teach new Latino mothers and fathers the baby care basics and how to care for a newborn. - 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. - 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. - Breast Health Presentations - Presentations on maintaining good breast health. - Breastfeeding Support Group - Support group that provides emotional support and education to breastfeeding mothers and learning how to care for their babies. - Cancer Survivors Dinner - Dinner and activities to celebrate community members who have survived cancer. - 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 - Caregivers Health Survey - Two phase survey, quantitative and qualitative, meant to understand the specific health needs of family caregivers in our community so that services can better serve them, which were done in partnership with the United Way of Northern NJ and their caregivers' initiative. - Celebration Breast Feeding - All day event to support and educate new mothers on breast feeding techniques. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Celgene's First Annual Agency Exhibit -Mental health and addition program information was discussed with individuals, in addition to drug addiction treatment options. - 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. - Child Predator Prevention Education for Parents & Law Enforcement - AHS Director of Protection and Security Services offers his time and expertise to various community groups and local Law Enforcement to help prevent the likelihood that your child will be a victim of sexual predators. - Childbirth Preparation - Prenatal class taught to the underserved on childbirth, labor and delivery, breathing and relaxation techniques, medication options and the partner's role. - 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 - College of St. Elizabeth support - AHS Vice President and Chief Information Officer provides technology support and guidance for the college and assists the college with recent information technology management decisions and technology purchases. - 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 Fundraising Events - Events held for care partners and community members to raise funds and promote good will in the community for children not-for-profit organizations. - 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 - Corporate 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. - Concussion Outreach - Educational programs for student athletes, coaches, trainers and physicians on concussion symptoms, prevention and management. - Concussion Screenings - Education to the community about concussions, their consequences and concussion management. - Cost of Community Benefit Software - cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Day of Hope: Living Well with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Disease - Event to provide care partners and community members about new research in Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease and how to manage and live well with these medical conditions. - Diabetes Eye and Dental Screening - Retinopathy eye screenings and dental screenings for diabetic patients provided through the Commission for the Blind. - Diabetes Screening -Evaluation of blood glucose level with education. - End of Life Education - Educational discussion on hospice care, insurance coverage of hospice care and the need for advanced directives by Home Care manager on radio show. - 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 - MMC, OMC, NMC and Goryeb Children's Hospital - 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. - Hands of Hope Food Pantry and Toy Collection - Promote good will in the community to those in need by collecting donations of food, toiletries and toys to Edison and Metuchen households in need. .Employees volunteer time to collect and bring items to the Food Pantry. - Hb A1C Screening - Evaluation of blood glucose and education. - Healing the Children New Jersey Inc. Donated Medical Service OMC - The medical center and physicians volunteer medical care, surgeries and related services for children in need in NJ and worldwide through the Inbound Children Program. - Healing Wars - Workshop provided to caregivers to provide knowledge about sensitive caregiving and being in tune with the caregiver's needs and well-being. - 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 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. - Health System Roundtable - AHS Mission Development participated in this roundtable discussion to gain knowledge in understanding how health care systems can address the health needs of their communities. - 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. - Healthy Communities Corporate - AHS Mission Development participation to work in identifying vulnerable populations and implementing innovative and evidence-based initiatives to our communities to minimize avoidable injury, illness and hospitalization. - Healthy Communities OMC - Community Health program to identify vulnerable populations and implement innovative and evidence-based initiatives to minimize avoidable injury, illness and hospitalization. - Hearing Screenings - Assessment of hearing with education. - High School and College Student Shadowing - program to allow for high school and college 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. - May is Mental Health Month - Share mental health and addition program educational materials to the community to raise awareness of mental health illness and treatment options available. - 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 Alzheimers Foundation of America screening tools - Mindfulness for Parkinson's Disease To increase empathy, focus, concentration and awareness and teaches skills to reduce stress for individuals with this medical condition. - Movement Disorders Community Lectures Updated information presented on some of the most common neurological movement disorders. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Multi Faith Clergy - 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. - Neuroscience Institute Annual Nursing Symposium - Provide education to registered nurses, clinical nurse specialists, nursing researchers, and nurse practitioners on best practices to care for neuroscience patients and new and innovative treatments. - Neuroscience Lectures -Educational programs to the community and healthcare professional groups about neuroscience, nervous system disease and treatment options. - 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 Festival Orchestra Performances at OMC - Musicians from the NJ Festival Orchestra played symphony music in public hospital area for patients, families and visitors, promoting environmental music therapy in healing and reducing stress and anxiety. - NJ HealthNet Board Participation - AHS Vice President and Chief Information Officer provides healthcare management and healthcare information technology guidance for the health provider, NJ HealthNet, by serving as a Board member on the Board of Directors and several Board committees. - New Vitality Corporate - AHS Mission Development participation in creating a health and wellness program designed to meet the needs of today's adults age 65 and older to reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations by providing preventative health screenings, nutrition classes, exercise classes and health lectures to our senior community members. - New Vitality OMC - Community Health wellness program designed to meet the needs of today's adults age 65 and older to reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations by providing preventative health screenings, nutrition classes, exercise classes and health lectures to our senior community members. - NJCEED - OMC - New Jersey Cancer Education & Early Detection Program provides comprehensive outreach, education and screening services for breast, cervical, colorectal and prostate cancers for women in financial need. - NLAPH - National Leadership Academy for the Public's Health - AHS Mission Development is active with this program designed to help our health system better align and address our multiple communities' health problems and needs. - 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. - OMC Diabetes "Head to Toe" Lecture and Health Fair - Share mental health illness and treatment educational materials at this health fair for community members living with diabetes. - OMC Mental Illness Awareness Week - Depression Screening - Raise awareness about depression and educate community members about its symptoms and effective treatments. Provide depression screenings and make referrals to healthcare professionals based on findings. - OMC/MMC 16th Annual NJ State Elks Drug Awareness; Walk Out on Drugs - Community educational program on drug prevention and preventing a child from taking their first hit of drugs. - Oncology Exercise Class - Strength training exercise classes to individuals living with cancer to help improve their physical endurance and maintain physical stability while receiving chemotherapy and radiation. -Overlook Family Practice Activities - Staff provides lectures to the community on diabetes and other diseases so that they can manage their medical conditions through healthy eating, nutrition and exercise. - Overlook View Community Publication - custom publication promoting AH physicians, programs and service lines. - 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. - Palliative Care Education for Community - Lecture to community high school students about palliative care and advance directives. - 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. - POLST Education in Community - Presentation about Practitioner Orders for life sustaining treatment - Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Support Group - Support group that provides emotional support and education to individuals living with PPA and their family members and shares teaching strategies using compensatory strategies to maximize their communication skills. - 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. - Sage Balancing Screening - 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. - Shaping NJ - AHS Mission Development participates in this NJ state-wide coalition, along with YMCA State Alliance, RWJ Foundation and NJ Department of Health, to support grantee communities in making improvements to the physical environment for healthy eating and active living. - Society for Community Research and Action - AHS Mission Development participates with this organization to promote health and empowerment, prevent problems in communities, groups and individuals and commit to social action. - Stress Management and Dealing with Loss - Educational program to instruct others on how to deal with stress during a loss of a family member or friend. - 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. - Susan G. Komen Foundation Education Outreach - Provide breast health awareness, which includes outreach, education, screening and treatment services. - The Relationship between Mental Illness and Violence - Behavioral Health Department participated in this panel discussion held at Seton Hall University to reduce the stigma, dispel myths and increase mental health awareness in response to mass shootings in the United States - Treating Tobacco in Mental Health Settings/Prevalence, Comorbidities - Education to mental health care professionals about the importance of integrating tobacco treatment during mental health care to reduce heart and lung diseases for individuals receiving mental health treatment. - 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 - 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. - Young Men Striving for Greatness - A program that gives an opportunity for young men to learn and reinforce gentlemen etiquette skills. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | 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 and to create programs stressing the importance of exercise. - 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, resource of the month, careers in healthcare and teacher lesson guides. 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 26 million visitors. In 2014, the site had 2,318,911 first-time visitors and 2,470,967 visitor sessions. 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: - 40 hours were donated to help coordinate a teaching art exhibition, Paint Your Pain, to teach other individuals about their pain experience. Assisted with the set-up and breakdown of the event. - 10 hours were donated to the New Providence Boys Scouts troop to raise funds for the summer camp trip and stock the troop's first aid kit. - 12 hours were donated to preparing for the Raise Your Glass Foundation golf classic event that raises funds for children of the Shriner's Hospital for Children. - 24 hours were donated to American Cancer Society Relay for Life dinner event to raise funds for cancer research, honor cancer survivors and remember those who did not beat their battle with cancer. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer to assist during a Prepared Childbirth class. - 40 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse during a Philippines medical missions trip. - 1 hour was donated to present a lecture to a community nursery school for the Community Helpers program to help young children learn about job professions. - 1 hour was donated for the American Heart Association to request donations by mail for heart disease research. - 4 hours were donated as a volunteer for the Wheel of Health at KidFest 2014 by answering health questions to educate the community on health facts and promote healthy behaviors. - 6 hours were donated to the Night of Hopes & Dreams annual event for the Bryan's Dream Foundation to raise funds for pediatric brain cancer research and increase awareness of this disease. - 25 hours were donated to the Careers in Healthcare to provide education and information to middle and high school students regarding careers in healthcare. - 4 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to perform blood pressure screenings, review medications and give education to outreach participants. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer at the annual cardiac symposium for the public and helped to raise funds for the American Heart Association. - 7 hours were donated as a nurse at the Winter Guard competition for the Ridge High School Band Association. - 100 hours were donated as volunteer nurses during a Healing the Children Peru medical missions trip to provide nursing services during reconstructive surgery. - 6 hours were donated to educate students about bariatric surgery and neurological post-op surgery issues at the Seton Hall University Healthcare Fair. - 126 hours were donated to NJ Sharing Network to raise money and awareness of organ and tissue donations. - 12 hours were donated to answer cardiac health questions by fair participants and educate individuals on optimal cardiac health and lifestyle modification at cardiac health fairs. - 4 hours were donated to raise funds for the Claudia West Scholarship Fund. - 6 hours were donated to planning and preparing for the Cranford Hillside Avenue School Spring Scramble to promote good health and fitness for children and parents. - 6 hours were donated to Miles for Melanoma 5K run/walk to raise funds for Melanoma Foundation for research and increase awareness. - 8 hours were donated to AID FOR QUAD event to raise funds for a disabled volunteer firefighter so that the house can be renovated to accompany a wheelchair and make the house accessible to this individual. - 3 hours were donated to Run as One 5K run/walk to raise funds for lung cancer research and increase awareness of this disease. - 36 hours were donated to March of Dimes Multiple Sclerosis Walk to raise funds for multiple sclerosis and increase awareness of this disease. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer local community food banks and local food pantries. - 4 hours were donated to the Revlon Run/Walk for Women 5K to help raise monies for women's cancer research. - 10 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide blood pressure screenings and provide blood pressure education at the Westfield Spring Fling Health Fair. - 6 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide blood pressure screenings and education on managing and controlling hypertension at the Cranford Fair in the Overlook Healthy Avenues van. - 4 hours were donated as a volunteer through the Parish Nurse Ministry Group to perform stroke screenings for the community congregation members. - 4 hours were donated to the NJ Walk with us to Cure Lupus Walk to raise funds for lupus research and to increase awareness. - 12 hours were donated as a volunteer to the Careers in Healthcare fair to provide education to middle and high school students regarding careers in healthcare and as a volunteer in the job shadowing program. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer bereavement support group leader for the Peace After Loss Bereavement Support Group meetings to help parents who experienced a perinatal loss. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer peer support counselor in providing individual interventions and running support groups to both active and retired NYC firefighters during the opening week of the 9/11 Memorial Museum. - 7 hours were donated as a volunteer in the Pet Therapy Program in doing one-hour pet therapy visits to patient rooms with their pet therapy dog. - 15 hours were donated as a volunteer to plan, organize, set up and break down from the annual EMS dinner for emergency medical service personnel. - 60 hours were donated as a volunteer for the Chansonettes Choral Group who sings and visits with seniors in the community. - 4 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. - 388 hours were donated to the American Heart Association walks to raise funds for heart disease prevention and cardiac health research and also increase awareness of this disease. - 8 hours were donated as a volunteer walking tour guide for the Mountainside Gardens tour sponsored by the Mountainside Historic Committee. - 16 hours were donated to the Ride for Autism event to raise funds and awareness for autism. - 49 hours were donated to the Greater Union County Heart Walk to raise monies for heart disease prevention and cardiac health research and increase awareness. - 172 hours were additionally donated to the American Heart Association walks to raise funds for heart disease prevention and cardiac health research and increase awareness. - 6 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide blood pressure screenings and give education at the Maplewood Fair participants in the Overlook Healthy Avenues van. - 20 hours were donated to provide free blood pressure screenings and give education at the Chatham Street Fair participants in the Overlook Healthy Avenues van. - 4 hours were donated to the Valerie Fund Walk/Run event to raise funds for children dealing with cancer and other blood disorders and increase awareness. - 4 hours were donated to the Girls on the Run after school program for girls in the third through fifth grades that develop strategies and skills to navigate life experiences. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - 8 hours were donated as a medical volunteer at the Special Olympics USA Games assisting athletes, trainers and volunteers with a variety of medical needs. - 2 hours were donated as a volunteer at the Overlook 5K Race to raise monies for Summit PALS and the Brain Aneurysm Fund, increase aneurysm awareness and promote healthy lifestyles to prevent strokes. - 48 hours were donated to the Jinny's Rainbow Comfort Quilts group that meets regularly to make lap quilts for patients being treated for cancer at the Carol G. Simon Cancer Center at Overlook. - 10 hours were donated as volunteer nurses to provide blood pressure screenings, counseling and education to the participants at the Plainfield Community Wellness Health Fair. - 24 hours were donated as a high school religious education teacher at the Corpus Christi Parish. - 12 hours were donated as a member of the Overlook EMS Advisory Council to attend bi-monthly meetings and other events. - 24 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide monthly blood pressure screenings and counseling for members of the St. Cecilia Parish. - 40 hours were donated to the Monmouth Beach First Aid Squad as president of the squad, doing fundraisers and answering 911 calls. - 200 hours of nursing services were donated as a camp nurse for campers at Camp Sequoia. - 6 hours were donated to teaching CPR as a certified American Heart Association BLS instructor to local community healthcare providers. - 31 hours were donated as a volunteer emergency medical technician (EMT) for the Califon First Aid Squad. - 40 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide first aid services for a travel baseball team. - 22 hours were donated to the Two Kids Car Show event to raise funds for the Two Kids Foundation that supports children at the Valerie Center being treated for cancer and other serious blood disorders. - 3 hours were donated as a volunteer to provide health education to the public at the National Night Out event in Summit. - 16 hours were donated as volunteer nurses to provide blood pressure screenings and counseling to community members at several street fairs. - 40 hours of nursing services were donated as a camp nurse for campers at Camp Hope. - 8 hours were donated as a Vacation Bible School volunteer at the Grace Bible Chapel vacation bible school. - 6 hours were donated as a volunteer to collect and assemble hygiene care packages to take on a humanitarian trip to the Dominican Republic and Tanzania. - 10 hours were donated to MS Bike Ride event to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research and to increase awareness. - 36 hours were donated as a volunteer to do administrative tasks and other duties, such as bookkeeping, banking and purchase orders for the Arthur L. Johnson High School field hockey team. - 72 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse to provide blood pressure screenings and education to members of the St. Pio Church. - 54 hours were donated as a volunteer at a faith community organization providing education and an adventurers program for children. - 250 hours were donated to the Match Fit Soccer Academy as a board member. - 7.5 hours were donated to the Walk for Obesity walk to raise funds for the Walk for Obesity Foundation and to increase obesity awareness. - 6 hours were donated as a volunteer for the Holiday Gift Giving Program to make homemade coloring books for children at the Children's Specialized Hospital in Mountainside, in addition to giving crayons to the kids. - 56 hours were donated as an EMS volunteer for the Scotch Plains and Westfield EMS groups, in addition to providing education to participants at the College of St. Elizabeth fair. - 12 hours were donated to provide blood pressure screenings and health assessments to community members at local health fair events. - 15 hours were donated as a volunteer to organize a food drive for the Summit Helping Its People (SHIP) organization. - 40 hours were donated to the Monmouth Ocean Soccer Association (MOSA) as a board member. - 9 hours were donated to the American Diabetes Association to raise funds for diabetes research and increase awareness of this disease. - 4 hours were donated as a volunteer nurse for a blood drive to the American Red Cross. - 362 hours were donated by the Summit and Union Emergency Department staff to raise funds for the American Heart Association, Multiple Sclerosis Society, NJ Sharing Network, Bryan's Dream Foundation and Two Kids Foundation. Additional time was spent providing healthcare clinical services at community health fairs, medical mission trips, summer camps and parish nursing ministries. 5. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Overlook Medical Center provided more than $ 378,159 in 2014 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 - Maplewoodstock - NJ Sharing Network Foundation - Arthritis Foundation - Curemonos - City of Summit - Morris Habitat for Humanity - SAGE Eldercare - Komen New Jersey Race for the Cure - National MS Society - Morris Education Foundation - Teddy Bear Foundation - Partners for Health - Summit YMCA - Boys and Girls Club of Passaic Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 12,271 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 1,771 live in Union County and 253 are Summit residents. Overlook Medical Center employs 3,345 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 maintained osteopathic programs in Internal Medicine and Family Medicine in 2014. Overlook trained one fellow in Allopathic Sports Medicine, one fellow in Osteopathic Sports Medicine and one fellow in Urogynecology during 2014. The OMC Presbyterian Hospital Surgery Residency Program at OMC was assigned to the "Intervention Arm" of this trial. In 2014, Newton Medical Center contributed a total of $7,677,312 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 accredited by the Joint Commission and is a Leader in LGBT Healthcare Equality according to the Human Rights Campaign Foundation Healthcare Equality Index 2014. 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | 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 2014, Newton Medical Center had 117,939 patient encounters, of which 7,909 were inpatient and 110,030 were outpatient. 6,088 inpatient encounters and 74,884 outpatient encounters were with residents of Sussex County. And of these, 1,862 inpatient encounters and 22,237 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 2014, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 319,541. 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 $8,655,541. 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 2014, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 1,368,758. This includes community health ($ 1,089,888) and training ($278,870). 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 2014, Newton Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 4,760,803. 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. 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. 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 - Frankford School - 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 - YMCAs (Sussex, Hardyston, Fairview Lake) - Stanhope School - Wantage Middle School 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 2014, Newton Medical Center reached more than 627,488 community members though health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 934,320. Total Number of Activities 87 Total Persons Served 627,488 Total Community Benefit $934,320 Program Descriptions - Affordable Care Act Insurance Sign-Ups - Assistance provided by community partners to work with underinsured and uninsured community members in completing applications to apply for NJ state and Federal health insurance coverage. - 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. - 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. - Back to School Health - Information for parents to help make the summer to school transition easier for children. - Bariatric Support Group - Support Group to provide emotional and educational support for community members who are deciding to have or had bariatric surgery in a forum where they can express experiences and concerns. - 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. - Blood Pressure Screenings - Evaluation of individual's blood pressure as well as health information about prevention, cause and treatment of hypertension. - 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. - 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - 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 - Nursing Students 6010 - 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 -MHW - 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 - 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. - Community Benefits Coordination - Cost of Community Health staff's time to provide accurate and consistent input of community benefit activities in the community benefit software. - Community Benefit Report Preparation - Time and effort spent capturing all community benefit activities. - Community Health Event Calendar COE - 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. - Corporate Community Health Needs Assessment - A comprehensive community-wide needs assessment prepared with AHS staff and Halloran, a national research and consulting firm. - Conference Room Use by Non-Profits - Use of various conference rooms for community programs, including programs on multiple health conditions and chronic diseases. - Cost of Community Benefit Software - cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Depression - Education on health condition and symptoms of depression for teens in the community. - Diabetes Community Education- 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 - MMC, OMC, NMC and Goryeb Children's Hospital - 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. - Faith Community Health Partnerships - Partnership between Pastoral Care and outside faith congregations that supports the spiritual and physical well- being of community members from the faith congregations in providing healing, spiritual and social support, along with community faith community resources. - Health Education Miscellaneous- Educational programs that incorporate several health related topics. - Healthy Communities NMC - Community Health program to identify vulnerable populations and implement innovative and evidence-based initiatives to minimize avoidable injury, illness and hospitalization. - Healthy Schools NMC - Community Health program that brings together health care professionals and members of school communities with the goal of improving the health of all students. - Life Skills: Grades 6-9 - Educational classes that teach adolescents how to develop personal self-management skills, general social skills and resisting peer pressure to use drugs. - Life Skills: High School - Educational classes that teach high school teens how to develop personal self-management skills, general social skills and resisting peer pressure to use drugs. - Life Skills: Parents - Educational program which promotes positive health and personal development in their children and skills to avoid substance use. - Mammograms Saves Lives -Community Health coordinates free mammograms for uninsured or those individuals not qualifying for NJCEED Program. Program is for women age 40 or older in Sussex County or Pike County, Pennsylvania. - 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. - Meals on Wheels Nutrition Lectures - Educational programs throughout the community at several Meals on Wheels sites by Food Services dieticians and staff on the importance of good nutrition, healthy eating and hydration. -Memory Screening - Simple screening test are provided through the Alzheimer's Foundation of America. - More Than Sad - Program for teens regarding depression and coping with emotional issues.- 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. - New Vitality NMC - Community Health wellness program designed to meet the needs of today's adults age 65 and older to reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations by providing preventative health screenings, nutrition classes, exercise classes and health lectures to our senior community members. - 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. - National Prevention Partnership - AHS Mission Development is involved with this partnership to increase our communities' awareness of programs available for health promotion, preventative disease measures and work towards achieving health equity. - 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 providing education on various aspects of nutrition, proper eating habits and healthy eating to control diabetes. - 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. - Osteoporosis Education - Health information on the prevention and early detection of osteoporosis and risk management. - Pastoral Care Events - Representatives of the congregations of Sussex County and provide spiritual help as necessary. - 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 - Physician Relations/Business Development activities - Physician Relations provides community health education and technology program for community physicians, local community business groups and community members. - Pike Autistic Support Group - Support group for family members and caregivers who take care of individuals with Autism which provides emotional and educational support in a forum where they can express experiences and concerns. - Pioneering Healthy Communities - The signature initiative of Activate America that focuses on policy and environmental change in communities to promote healthy lifestyles. - 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Pulmonary Rehab Nutrition Lectures - Registered Dietitian lecture the group on different nutritional meal planning through diet - 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. - Savvy Caregivers - Educational program for caregivers of individuals experiencing memory loss. - 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. - 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 Screenings - Clinical screening to evaluate a community member's risk for stroke through blood pressure and a carotid artery assessment and provide a physician referral and education based on findings. - Stroke Support Group - Support Group to offer support and encouragement for persons recovering from a stroke. - Summit School District Fine Arts Department Show 2014 -Students in grades 1-12 of the Summit Public School District displayed their art creations in public areas of the medical center and be viewed by AHS patients, families, and volunteers. - Sussex County Community Health Coalition - Community Health Department partnership with local community groups who assist community members to improve their individual health and address health needs. - Sussex County Day - prior Family Fest - Annual event through the Sussex County Chamber of Commerce which NMC sponsors. Numerous health screenings and education of activities from NMC feature a "learning is fun" theme. - The Harmonies Community Choir - A board-certified music therapist facilitates this community choir and provides opportunities improve communication through breathing and singing and movement through rhythm for individuals needing physical and mental relief from Parkinson's Disease symptoms. - Union County Health - AHS Mission Development participation in working with the Union County Health Department to prevent the premature onset of disease and disability and help our community residents achieve healthier, more productive lives. - 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. 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: - 14 hours were donated to the Sussex County Technical School for a youth services program to educate students on resources available if sexual assault occurs, the medical examination process and where follow-up care is provided. - 39 hours were donated to Ginnie's House - Sussex County Children's Advocacy Center as a Program Committee member to support the effective investigation, disposition and treatment of child abuse. - 10 hours were donated to the NJ Association of Professionals in Infections Control & Epidemiology as a board member. 5. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Newton Medical Center provided $ 293,890 in direct financial contributions in 2014 to the organizations listed below and others to support and enrich community-building efforts and to assist individuals and families in need. - Center for Prevention and Counseling - Pass It Along 2 - Foodshed Alliance Farmers Access Network - 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 - Two Kids Foundation Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 12,271 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 1,189 live in Sussex County and 272 are Newton residents. Newton Medical Center employs 1,016 individuals. In 2014, Chilton Medical Center contributed a total of $ 7,392,644 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. Chilton Medical Center Chilton Medical Center, an acute care hospital with 260 licensed beds, has been serving Pompton Plains and the Morris and Passaic counties in New Jersey for more than 65 years. Chilton Medical Center is known for its clinical and technical excellence and sets high standards for patient care by providing state-of-the-art care and a full range of medical specialties and services. Chilton Medical Center is committed to providing innovative patient care in a compassionate and healing environment focused on personalized care. Chilton Medical Center has achieved Mentor Status for its work in the Partnership for Patients - New Jersey initiative. Mentor status means that Chilton Medical Center received the highest score in one or more of the healthcare-acquired conditions being measured. Partnership for Patients is a national initiative developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to improve the quality, safety and affordability of healthcare. Chilton Medical Center is also recognized by the Joint Commission for exemplary performance on key quality measures in heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia and surgical care. Chilton Medical Center is designated as a Primary Stroke Center by both the Joint Commission and the New Jersey Department of Health in meeting strict guidelines for the rapid diagnosis and treatment of stroke. Chilton Medical Center has received the 2014 American Heart Association (AHA)/ American Stroke Association's (ASA) Get with the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award. This award recognizes Chilton's commitment and success in providing aggressive, proven stroke care, according to evidence-based guidelines. Get with the Guidelines is the AHA/ ASA's hospital-based quality improvement program that provides hospitals with the latest research-based guidelines. Chilton Medical Center's Emergency Department (ED) is recognized for clinical excellence by providing state-of-the-art care, being equipped with the latest medical technology and staffed by a skilled team of board certified emergency medicine physicians, registered nurses and other specialists. Chilton's ED ranks among the region's leading providers in having award-winning stroke and critical care, a dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department where every child is seen by a board certified physician within 20 minutes of arrival, Fast Track for Minor Emergencies, 24-hour Cardiovascular Interventional Lab and emergency Psychiatric Services. Crisis intervention is provided for depression, marital and family problems and behavior disorders. Chilton Medical Center recently completed a $24 million modernization project, which has transformed the delivery of care to its communities, in updates to the Cardiovascular Interventional Lab, the Breast Center, Total Joint Center, Chilton Cancer Center and Surgical Services. Chilton is committed to offering exceptional patient care, combining clinical excellence with a focus on optimizing the patient experience. Chilton Medical Center is the first and only hospital in New Jersey to achieve Pathway to Excellence designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | Chilton Medical Center is affiliated with some of the best physicians in the region and has a staff of specialists representing more than 60 medical specialties and subspecialties. These include cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, nephrology, obstetrics, pediatrics ,endocrinology and geriatrics. Chilton Medical Center has achieved Exemplar status, the uppermost of four possible program levels for it NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) program, showing Chilton's ongoing, high-level dedication to geriatric care. NICHE is a national organization designed to improve the quality of care for older adult patients and their families. Chilton Medical Center provides inpatient and outpatient surgery, including a breast surgery program, minimally invasive surgery and Robot-Assisted surgery, along with offering state-of-the-art imaging services, comprehensive physical rehabilitation services, Total Joint Center, the Breast Center, accredited Sleep Center, Maternity Center with Level II Special Care Nursery and other outpatient services. Chilton Medical Center is dedicated to its patients and their families in providing compassionate, state-of-the-art healthcare and offering genuine hope and healing close to home for their patients and families. Chilton Medical Center is also committed to providing advanced, cost-effective care and is dedicated to ensuring its patients are treated with the best diagnostic and therapeutic equipment to ensure their patients leave in the best possible health. In 2014, Chilton Medical Center had 137,105 patient encounters, of which 11,013 were inpatient and 126,092 were outpatient. 3,490 inpatient encounters and 41,005 outpatient encounters were with residents of Morris County. And of these, 1,141 inpatient encounters and 10,966 outpatient encounters were with residents of Pompton Plains. Community Benefit Chilton Medical Center provides community benefit as part of a measured approach to meeting identified health needs in the community. The services highlighted herein support Chilton 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 Chilton 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 2014, these services were provided at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 1,617,861. 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 $13,393,145. 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 2014, these services were delivered at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 645,528. This includes community health ($ 433,798) and training ($211,730). 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 2014, Chilton Medical Center provided Medicaid services at a cost to the Medical Center of $ 4,023,430. 4. Community Health Activities Chilton Medical Center provides a wide variety of community health activities, including health education, screening and prevention programs, and health fairs. For instance, at Chilton 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. Chilton Medical Center also offers a number of ongoing support groups as well as several information and referral lines. Parent Education serves as a valuable resource for family health, where seminars and courses are offered to help new or seasoned parents gain knowledge and insight about all aspects of parenting, from preparing for childbirth, caring for your infant through the child's pre-school years, and training your teenage babysitter. Community Health offers Inspire Program, an evening wellness program, created for the working individual so that they can stay fit and healthy. Inspire gives many classes that benefit the body and mind to working adults. Community Health partners with five local health departments to provide community screenings, exams and educational programs designed to encourage preventative care and foster participation in health care initiatives. These community health department partners include: Pompton Lakes, Ringwood, Wanaque, Wayne and West Milford. These community health activities were held at Chilton Medical Center and at easily accessible locations throughout Morris and Passaic Counties including: - Christ the King Preschool -Ringwood - JFK School - Wayne - Lakeland High School - Ringwood/Wanaque - Morris County Chamber of Commerce - Macopin Middle School - West Milford - Packanack School - Wayne - Pequannock High School - Pequannock Township Library - Pequannock Farmer's Market - Pompton Lakes Health Department - Pompton Lakes Teen Center - Pompton Lakes Senior Housing - Ringwood Borough Hall - Ringwood Botanical Gardens - Ringwood Health Department - Ringwood Center for Family Resources - ShopRite Supermarkets (Warwick, Wayne) - Wanaque Reserve - Wanaque Ambulance Building - Wawaynda State Park - West Milford - Wayne Valley High School - Wayne Health Department - West Milford High School - Wayne YMCA - West Milford Presbyterian Church Chilton 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 2014, Chilton Medical Center reached more than 627,108 community members though health education, screening and prevention programs and health fairs, providing a total benefit to the community of $ 1,028,085. Total Number of Activities 69 Total Persons Served 627,108 Total Community Benefit $1,028,085 - American Heart Association - Chilton Medical Center employees volunteer time for the annual walk which educates the public and awareness of cardiovascular disease and strokes. - American Public Health Association (APHA) Conference - Community Health educator attended the American Public Health Association (APHA) national conference to gain knowledge on public health policies and practices that promote healthy communities. - 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. - Atlantic Healthy Schools CMC - A collaborative project that brings together health care professionals and members of school communities with the goal of improving the health of all students. - Babies and Pets - Seminar presented by a pediatrician and a veterinarian to discuss the benefits and challenges with pets and children. - Baby Basics - Classes to help new parents learn how to care for baby's basic needs and develop parenting skills. - Bloodborne Pathogen - Educational classes provided to public servants and emergency medical personnel on universal precautions for preventing the transmission of blood borne infections. - Breastfeeding - Education on how to successfully breastfeed. Discussions on proper techniques, knowing when to feed, knowing if your baby is getting enough nutrition, expressing and storage, avoiding common issues, the father's role and returning to work. - Cardiac Rehab - Educational talks to the community on the importance of cardiac health and exercise, lifestyle changes, cardiac nutritional meal planning and cholesterol management through diet. - Care and Kindness Conference - Pastoral Care gained knowledge on enhancing and healing the mind, body and spirit for individual and professional caregivers and mental health professionals. - CBISA Training - Software training seminar for Community Health staff that is used to capture Community Benefit activities. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Cilton Neighbors for Better Health - Coalition of area businesses, municipal government, schools and non-profit health agencies that works together in partnership to address unmet health needs, establish important health priorities and plan new health initiatives for the communities. - Clinical Affiliations - Training of students to learn clinical skills throughout multiple clinical departments under the supervision of department managers. - Community Boards -Administration - AHS Vice President provides healthcare industry and management guidance for a NJHA, New Jersey Hospital Association, by serving as a Board member on the Board of Trustees and other multiple Board committees. _ Community Boards-Community Outreach - Foundation Chief Development Officer provides management guidance for SISCO, a senior housing complex in Wayne, by serving as a Board member. - Community Benefit Report Preparation - Time and effort spent capturing all community benefit activities. - Community Needs Assessment - A community-wide needs assessment prepared with Morristown Medical Center and St. Clare's Medical Center to address the identified health needs for Morris County - Community Programs (Chilton & Health Departments) - Fitness, exercise, and nutrition educational programs done by Community Health educators at local community health departments to provide community members the opportunity to improve their health and gain knowledge on various health topics. - Community Screenings (Chilton & Health Departments) - Clinical screenings (Blood Pressure, Skin Cancer, Stroke, Male Cancer, Female Cancer, Osteoporosis, Thyroid, Carotid Artery) done by Community Health educators at local community health departments 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. - Community Service Projects - Chilton Medical Center employees volunteer time for service projects. Employees volunteered their time for a walk to educate the public and awareness on lupus research. Promote good will in the community to those in need by collecting donations of toiletries and gift cards for cancer patients and foster children. - Corporate Community Health Needs Assessment - A comprehensive community-wide needs assessment prepared with AHS staff and Halloran, a national research and consulting firm. - Cost of Community Benefit Software - cost of software used to capture Community Benefit activities. - Diabetes Education- Lectures and programs provided to different community groups educating them on various aspects of diabetes mellitus. - E-health Newsletters (MMC, OMC, NMC and Goryeb Children's Hospital) - 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. - Evening With A Pediatrician - Lectures provided by a pediatrician to discuss the development of babies during the first six months of life. - Foodborne Illness/Food Handlers - Community Health educator provided this course to educate food handlers on the types of foodborne illness that may occur when handling food. - Healing Voices Literary Contest and Readings - Healing Arts Coalition hosted a literary contest, inviting participants to submit their poems and prose entries based on the theme of gratitude that allowed caregivers and patients to share stories of their own experiences through expressive writings. - Health Educator Internship - Training of college intern in community health education, counseling and coordinating programs, screenings and health fairs under the supervision of the department coordinator. - Health Fairs - Educational materials and discussions to the community members about how to make better lifestyle choices and how to maintain a healthy life. - Healthier Communities CMC - Community Health program to identify vulnerable populations and implement innovative and evidence-based initiatives to minimize avoidable injury, illness and hospitalization. - INSPIRE Exercise Classes - A variety of exercise classes held in the evening to working adults in the community to give them the opportunity to be fit and be healthy. - INSPIRE Health Programs - Health and fitness educational programs for women and their families on the importance of good nutrition, exercise and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. - INSPIRE Program - A wellness program for women in the community that provides both health education and fitness programs so that women are educated on important health issues. - Interfaith Food Pantry - AHS Mission Development partners with this organization to help provide food, education and resources to our community of neighbors in need and help end hunger. - IT Related Equipment Donations - Donations of IT related equipment to community organizations in need. _ Just For Dads - Program to fathers in the community to learn about the importance of a dad's role in raising children and to learn about general baby care. - Lamaze Classes - Classes about the stages of labor and birth which are given to expectant and new parents in the community. - Marketing Contributions - Promote good will in the community to those in need by collecting donations of various items to community and school organizations. - 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. - New Vitality - CMC - Community Health wellness program designed to meet the needs of today's adults age 65 and older to reduce emergency department visits and hospitalizations by providing preventative health screenings, nutrition classes, exercise classes and health lectures to our senior community members. - Observer Program - Program for high school and college students with an interest in pursuing a career in the healthcare industry who are mentored by a medical center employee or physician. - Online Assessment/Tools - Health - Health assessment tool available to the community to give an individual personalized and useful feedback on multiple health attributes and action steps to take to improve your health. - Parent Education Seminars - Seminars given to parents to learn different strategies and techniques on how to raise children. - Parent Education Support Groups - Support groups to provide emotional and educational support to new mothers in a forum where they can express experiences and concerns. - Pastoral Care Week Activities - Education to community physicians and community members about the end-of-life spiritual care and area clergy, pastoral care visits and Eucharistic Ministers of Spiritual Care. - Poetry Heals Workshop - NJ Council for the Humanities program held for our communities to express themselves in writing poetry, promoting the healing of the mind, body and spirit and well-being. - Practicums: Atlantic Center for Population Health Sciences - AHS Mission Development provides supervision and teaching of practicum and internship students (undergraduate and graduate) in psychology and public health fields. - Rehabilitation Services - Presentation given by Rehabilitation Services manager at the annual NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) Conference on geriatric care. - Relay for Life - Promote good will in the community where employees volunteer their time for a walk to educate the public and awareness on cancer at two local high schools. - Safe Sitter Program - Babysitter safety course for the community to teach babysitters the responsibilities of child care, injury prevention, stages of child development, and behavior/ injury management. - Safe Syringe Program - Program that provides a safe option for community residents to properly dispose of medical syringes. - Senior BP Screenings - Perform blood pressure screenings at area malls and senior housing complexes to identify seniors living in the community with undiagnosed hypertension. - Senior Brain Health - A series of writing classes designed to help community seniors maintain a healthy brain and memory. - Senior Education Classes - A series of educational classes provided to seniors on health and wellness issues and end-of-life issues. - Senior Exercise Classes - A variety of exercise classes provided to seniors to maintain health and wellness and provide the opportunity to achieve fitness. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | - Senior Groups - New Vitality - Informational programs done throughout the community to educate seniors and various community senior groups on New Vitality's preventative health benefits. - Senior Health Programs - Health educational classes to community seniors about relevant health, fitness and nutrition topics and ways to prevent or maintain certain medical conditions. - Senior Information & Referral Service - Information and referral offered to community seniors regarding available community services. - Senior Intergenerational Reading Program - A program in local elementary schools where community seniors assist children with improving their reading skills. - Senior Mall Walkers - An exercise program for community seniors in the mall during the week at local area malls, including monthly lectures on health and wellness issues to the mall walking clubs. - Senior New Vitality Newsletter - A wellness newsletter for seniors (adults age 50 and older) on how to maintain their health and other health service programs available in the community. - Senior Outpatient Transportation - A transportation program available to seniors to enhance their access to health care services. - Senior Special Events - Events held for community seniors on health and wellness topics, in addition to mind, body and spirit connection in healing. - Senior Support Groups - Support groups (Arthritis, Bereavement, Alzheimer's, and Diabetes) that provide emotional and educational support for community seniors in a forum where they can express experiences and concerns. - Staff Costs to Manage CBISA Data Entry -Cost of Community Health staff's time to provide accurate and consistent input of community benefit activities in the community benefit software - Support Groups (Chilton Sponsored) - Monthly support groups to provide emotional and educational support for community members with specific medical conditions. - Use of Rooms/ Facilities for Other Events - Conference rooms are used by our partners and other community business organizations for community meetings. - 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. Leadership Activities Chilton Medical Center's administrators, managers and staff actively contribute hundreds of hours of their time and leadership to a number of community organizations: - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about Thyroid basics to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a community lecture about exercise and heart health to a seniors' exercise group. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture on heart attack symptoms to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about healthy nutrition to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about colon cancer to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and performing a physician lecture and screening on heart health and sleep to the community. - 4 hours were donated to the Multiple Sclerosis walk to raise funds for multiple sclerosis research and increase awareness of this disease. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about osteoporosis to the community. - 4 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about strokes to the community. - 5 hours were donated to the NJ Sharing Network walk to raise funds for organ and tissue donation and transplantation research and increase awareness of the life-saving benefits of transplantation. - 3 hours were donated to organizing and performing a physician lecture and screening on skin cancer to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about seasonal allergies to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about asthma to the community. - 2 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a physician lecture about proper foot care to the community. 2 3 hours were donated to organizing and presenting a community lecture about diabetic foot care to seniors in the community. - 5 hours were donated to the American Heart Association walk to raise funds for heart disease research and increase awareness of this disease. - 3 hours were donated to organizing and performing a physician lecture and screening on women's health to the community. - 3 hours were donated to organizing and performing a physician lecture and screening on men's health to the community. - 3 hours were donated to organizing and performing a physician lecture and screening on managing diabetes to the community. - 36 hours were donated to local NJ community food bank in collecting non-perishable food items for low income families in the community. - 40 hours were donated to the collection of coupons for military families stationed in Guam to assist with monthly food purchases. - 96 hours were donated to the Jolly Rovers Trail Crew to increase public access to public parks and forests through sustainable trail construction. - 40 hours were donated to organizing and leading a bereavement support group at a local community church, - 150 hours were donated providing ministry services for local community churches with a need for a temporary minister. - 40 hours were donated to recycling surgical blue wrap to save our natural resources and donate to local community animal shelters to use as gowns to protect workers from splashes and also to line cages and transport animals. 5. Financial Contributions to Other Community-Based Programs In total, Chilton Medical Center provided $ 77,740 in direct financial contributions in 2014 to the organizations listed below and others to support and enrich community-building efforts and to assist individuals and families in need. - American Heart Association - Family Medicine Education Consortium - Family Promise - Girl Scouts of Northern NJ - Knights of Columbus - March of Dimes - Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities (SCARC) - Professional Assistance Program of NJ - Wayne Police Athletic League - United Way of Northern NJ Additional Community Benefit Economic Development Of the 12,271 individuals employed by Atlantic Health System, 4,337 live in Morris County and 107 are Pompton Plains residents. Chilton Medical Center employs 1,154 individuals. Health Professions Education Atlantic Health System strengthens communities by training New Jersey's future health care professionals. In 2014, Atlantic Health System trained 286 residents and fellows, 198 at Morristown Medical Center and 88 at Overlook Medical Center. AHS graduated 74 residents from various programs in June 2014. 33 of these graduates chose to pursue fellowship training. 13 stayed in the Atlantic Health System catchment area: of these, 5 stayed on as chief residents, 2 pediatricians, 1 practiced in OB/GYN, 2 family medicine physicians, and 3 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. On October 23, 2014, Atlantic Health System and the Sidney Kimmel Medical College (SKMC) at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia signed an affiliation agreement, effective July 1, 2015. This partnership will further enrich AHS's reputation as a premier academic medical center. SKMC is nationally known for its expertise in population health, quality and patient safety. Founded in 1824 as Jefferson Medical College, SKMC will collaborate to provide innovative curricula for the medical students who will train at Morristown and Overlook Medical Centers. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | AHS's current affiliation with the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount, which has been in place since 2007, will end with this new agreement. This has been a beneficial partnership during the years and ends by mutual decision. Atlantic Health System decided to pursue a broader academic partnership with a medical school that could grow into a branch campus. Eight medical schools expressed an interest in exploring such a relationship and ultimately, Jefferson was chosen as the best partner. It is anticipated that a branch campus will be in place by July 2017. In addition, rotating residents are sent to Atlantic Health System from the following institutions: - Lenox Hill Hospital (Morristown Medical Center- Orthopedic Sports Medicine) - 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) - Meadowlands Hospital (Morristown Medical Center - Radiology) - Meadowlands Hospital (Morristown Medical Center - Orthopedics) 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 in early 2015. 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 2014, another group of internal medicine and family medicine residents were conferred degrees. In 2014, a committee of Montclair State University and AHS educators has been developing a certificate course in Arts and Medicine. This six-course program is slated to begin enrolling students in the fall of 2015. Atlantic Health System also hosts several allied health certificate programs: 4,057 emergency medical technicians were trained through the EMT basic course, EMT refresher course, ACLS/PALS course, and continuing education units in 2014. 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 - Table of Hope - Morristown Bethel BME Church: Feeding the Homeless - Governor's Domestic Security Preparedness Task Force - UASI Regional Planning Committee - Morris County OEM Deputy Coordinator, Office of Emergency Management - County College of Morris Board of Trustees Selection Committee - Summit Local Emergency Planning Committee - Morris County Sheriff's Crimestoppers - Essex County Sheriff's Crimestoppers - Morris County Prosecutor's Office Sexual Predator Typology Course - FBI - Newark Field Office Human Trafficking Victim Assistance Unit - Sussex County OEM 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 (for clinical staff) - EMT Safe - Work Safe (for non-clinical staff) - 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, Morris County Police Academy Basic Recruit Class, and Morris County Prosecutor's Office Sexual Predator Typology Course(s) 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 2014, NJ ambulances were dispatched 7,757 times for 911 calls, and 7,232 patients were treated. In 2014, PA ambulances were dispatched 2,330 times for 911 calls and 1,813 patients were treated. Additionally, in 2014, Atlantic ambulances provided 26,501 Basic Life Support (BLS) transports and in 2014, Atlantic ambulances provided 8,269 Mobility Assistance Vehicle (MAV) transports. During 2014, Atlantic Ambulance's Specialty Care Transport Unit (SCTU) team provided 4,933 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 167 people. In addition, 2,942 people participated in continuing education unit (CEU) programs, 553 people participated in EMT refresher programs and 562 people participated in ACLS/PALS courses. A total of 20,021 CEUs were awarded and 4,424 EMT refresher CEUs were awarded in 2014. 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. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | 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 2014, Air One was dispatched 132 times for 911 calls and provided 213 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 2014, Air Two was dispatched 138 times for 911 calls and provided 158 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 2014, Air Three was dispatched 124 times for 911 calls and provided 60 inter-facility transports. Atlantic Center for Research Atlantic Health System medical centers conduct research in a variety of clinical areas to bring patients in the community the most advanced treatment options. Clinical trials provide early access to investigational drugs, medical devices, and diagnostic techniques and help to identify new approaches to prevention. Currently, more than 450 clinical research studies are underway, led by dedicated physician investigators and clinical research teams in most specialties and supported by the organization's 70 research coordinators and research staff. These research programs have grown significantly over the past decade, most specifically within oncology, cardiology, neuroscience, pediatrics, 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. The 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 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 Rutgers 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 neuroscience 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 a large collection of consumer health materials, including 4,000 health books, as well as newsletters, magazines and free pamphlets, all written in non-technical language. From January through December 2014, 162 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 for the public, 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 are often used by the public to search medical/health databases and staff is available to help them navigate to the most reliable sites. Wi-Fi is also available in all libraries. Atlantic Health System's libraries also provide easily understandable, current, reliable health information to the public through the Consumer-Library Health Information Prescription (CLIP) link on the Atlantic Health System webpage. This service is accessible via the webpage or by phoning, emailing or faxing the Overlook or Morristown Medical Centers' libraries. Atlantic Health System placed new computers this past year at The Library of 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 2014, the libraries answered 50 health-related questions per month for the public. |
| 2014 Community Benefit Report | The Atlantic Health System librarians exhibited at the very well attended Careers in Healthcare Day held at Overlook Medical Center providing information about medical librarianship as a career choice. The AHS librarians also continue to reach out to area school nurses providing much needed library services. The Overlook Library continued to host eight young adults, 18 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 2014. The young people each spent two hours a week working in the library. In September 2014, the Summit Public Library hosted an exhibition of objects from the Overlook Archives. 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 |
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