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August 14, 2006 On Aug. 11, the Ohio Tobacco Prevention Foundation (OTPF) released a Request for Proposals from non-profit health systems in Ohio to identify and treat tobacco users within their health system, including the establishment of Tobacco Treatment Centers open to the general public.
To submit a proposal, the health system must be a single health system with multiple locations of service delivery, a strong acute care population with a prominent inpatient population and a minimum of 200 beds in its main hospital. The health system must have a major facility in one of Ohio’s top eight population metro centers or be located in an area of Ohio that represents significant need for a Tobacco Cessation Center.
A total of $1.8 million will be divided annually among as many as five health systems for three years beginning Jan. 1, 2007 and ending Dec. 31, 2009. View a full Request for Proposal and deadlines for applying at www.otpf.org/uploadedFiles/grants/RFPs/RFPs/CessationCtrsRFPfinal.pdf. (Mary Yost, maryy@ohanet.org)
OHA’s 2006 Hospital Law Handbook, a collection of select Ohio statutes and regulations that pertain to health care, is now available for purchase. At a cost of $75 plus $7 shipping for OHA member hospitals, the handbook features information on the following topics: medical liability and peer review; mental health; minors, birth and abortion; environmental provisions; infectious diseases and public health issues; vital statistics; death and dying; physicians and nurses; and mandatory reporting. The 800-page compendium is 10 percent longer than last year’s edition, with new sections related to county hospitals, the new physician assistant and quality measure statutes, and all tort reform statutes. This resource saves hospitals time and money by providing an organized source of actual statutory and regulatory text as of June 30, 2006, with a detailed table of contents—although it is not intended to provide legal advice or substitute for hospital legal counsel. For more information or to order a copy of the 2006 OHA Law Handbook, contact Rhonda Major-Mack at 614.221.7614 or rhondam@ohanet.org.
Hospitals’ Heartbeat A 2006 nominee for the Albert E. Dyckes Health Care Worker of the Year Award
Jane Elizabeth Hall, RN, BSN Senior Director, Quality & Risk Management Barnesville Hospital Barnesville
A look inside Jane’s nomination – Jane Hall is the Senior Director of Quality and Risk Management, and is a retired Lieutenant Colonel from the Air National Guard. Jane recently mentioned that she “tries to do something good for somebody everyday without them knowing it.” She sees the good in everybody and can see “both sides of the story”, which she uses to help others. Many people go to Jane to gain perspective and to have someone listen to them who will be honest, fair, and kind. Jane is a patient advocate, helping people navigate the medical mazes of life, particularly the deaf community. Jane is humble, doing things for others, not for herself. She is active in medical missionary work in Jamaica, promoting their work and spearheading fund raising efforts.
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OHA would like to thank all of the Ohio hospital associates who attended or assisted with this year’s Annual Meeting, held in June at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. The more than 1,300 participants mingled with corporate partners, attended the more than 60 education sessions and took advantage of a variety of luncheons and other special events.
2006 OHA Annual Meeting Highlights:
Those unable to attend this year’s meeting can begin preparing now for next year. The 2007 Annual Meeting will be held June 18-19 at the Hilton Columbus at Easton. Stay tuned throughout the year and visit www.ohanet.org/annualmeeting/ for additional information.
Hospitals’ Heartbeat A 2006 nominee for the Albert E. Dyckes Health Care Worker of the Year Award
Diane Eaton, RN Wellness Director Berger Health System Circleville
A look inside Diane’s nomination – Wellness is the pinnacle of Diane Eaton’s career. Beginning as a veterinary technician, she financed her education to ultimately become a registered nurse with an advanced degree in sports physiology. In her role as the Wellness Director for Berger Health System, she has transformed a typical wellness “marketing tool” into a meaningful, effective program that challenges people to take control of their life-long wellness and fitness. Through her passionate and positive message, Diane has favorably impacted the lives of thousands of people in the Pickaway County area. Diane counsels over 2,500 people annually. Her dedication to improving the health status and well-being of others has had a unique and valuable impact on our community. To say Diane is “serious about wellness” is an understatement.
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August 17, 2006
From Oct. 22-24, the Ohio Association of Free Clinics will host its seventh annual Ohio Free Clinic Conference at the Clarion Dublin, north of Columbus. The 2006 conference includes information related to the work of free clinics, including tracks on development, quality improvement and best practices. The workshops and plenary sessions will provide health care professionals and volunteers with an opportunity to meet and discuss strategies for starting free clinics and enhancing their service to people who are uninsured and under-insured.
For registration information, please go to www.ohiofreeclinics.org/documents/ConferenceRegForm.pdf or contact Amy Rohling McGee at 614.221.6494 or amcgee@ohiofreeclinics.org. The early registration deadline is Sept. 19.
Hospitals’ Heartbeat A 2006 nominee for the Albert E. Dyckes Health Care Worker of the Year Award
Grenda Bulkowski Service Line Coordinator, Operating Room Blanchard Valley Regional Health Center Findlay
A look inside Grenda’s nomination – Grenda Bulkowski was selected by her co-workers for associate of the month in July 2005. This is considered the most prestigious award at BVHA because the recognition comes from your peers and rewards customer service behaviors that are so integral to success in our industry. Grenda’s eligibility for associate of the year and ultimately our nominee for the Albert E. Dyckes Healthcare Worker of the Year, resulted in her winning the award based on testimonials from a variety of associates and physicians in every facet of work here at BVHA. She embodies everything about clinical and service. Grenda’s work ethic sets the bar for the Surgery department. She is consistent, efficient, focused, professional, supportive, fair, and always going out of her way to help those in need. She sets the tone for an efficient and effective work environment and in large part is the reason our surgeons and surgery staff want to come to work every day. © 2001-2008 OHA. Last updated
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