131A publication for the Anna Jaques Hospital Community December 2018

Favorite part of my job? I love my job! Being

a medical/surgical nurse allows me to care for

amazing patients, work with a wonderful team,

and build a foundation in my career of nursing.

Department:

Medical/Surgical;

Institution for Savings Inpatient Unit

Years at AJH: 2.5

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THE SPIRIT OF GIVING @ AJH

M o l l y S t a t e z n i , B S N , R N

A colleague shared: “Molly is always a team player who displays a positive attitude

even in busy and overwhelming situations. It’s an honor to work with her because you

can always count on her.”

27th Annual Tree of Light Remembrance Hosted by the Aid Association

On December 4th, the AJH Aid Association celebrated the 27th Annual Tree

of Light - its beloved remembrance event that invites the community to

submit names of their loved ones, both in honor or in memory of, listed

on the Tree of Light Scroll.

Aid President Mary Ann Abbott and Mark Goldstein welcomed guests

at the Highland Avenue front porch and lit the Blue Spruce tree - which

stands in honor of the Burr Family - with each light shining in honor

of the 499 names included on the scroll. Following the tree lighting,

people gathered over hot chocolate and treats to enjoy holiday music

by the Georgetown First Congregational Church Bell Ringers and the

Newburyport High School choir.

Thank you to longtime supporter and sponsor of the Tree of Light,

North Shore Bank.

To view the 2018 Tree of Light Scroll, visit www.ajh.org/aidassociation.

Blue Spruce Tree that stands in honor of

the Burr Family.

NEWSBREAK - DECEMBER 20182

M a r k G o l d s t e i n

P r e s i d e n t & C E O

Beth Israel Lahey Health has received official approval by all state and federal agencies

to become an integrated health system set to start on March 1, 2019. This major milestone

has been 18+ months in the making and an incredible amount of work through a rigorous

regulatory review process. But, good things – transformative things – take time, and we are

now at a point where we can turn visions into realities.

While there is much work to be done before the launch of the system, we continue to remain

focused on the day-to-day operations at Anna Jaques; investing in our future and preparing

for the exciting growth and opportunities that Beth Israel Lahey Health will bring. Projects like

the much-needed Parking Lot Renovation are complete, Comprehensive Pain Clinic expansion

is underway, and Gift Shop Renovation is to come in the New Year.

This time of year especially highlights the dedication our employees have to caring for our

patients and community, as the holidays are a special time to be with family and friends

but the nature of our work never ends. Thank you to the many people who work during the

holidays. It is tough to be away from family, but know that the work you are doing is making a

world of difference to another family.

On behalf of the senior team and the Board of Trustees, we thank you for all that you do

and wish you and your family a happy, healthy holiday. I look forward to an exciting 2019 at

Anna Jaques.

M a r k ’s M e s s a g e

January: Danielle Merritt, Emergency Department

● February: Kelly McKora, Psychiatric Services

● March: Ginie Young, Human Resources

● April: Tricia Roberts, RN, Case Management

● May: Kathy Roche, RT(R), Radiology

● June: Danielle Timson, Operating Room

● July: Kathy Rowe, RN, CCM, Case Management

August: Cathy Wade, Birth Center

September: Mary Valaskatgis, RN, Perioperative Services October: Mardee Beauparlant, Food Services

November: Dorene Dupuis, Administration

December: Molly Statezni, RN, Institution for Savings Inpatient Unit

It’s Officially Flu Season- Cover Your Cough!

On December 3rd AJH treated the first positive 2018/2019

seasonal influenza case marking the official start of

flu season. Protoco l is now in effect. Staff, physicians,

volunteers, and contractors who did not receive the flu shot

are required to wear a surgical mask until future notification.

- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you

cough or sneeze or cough or sneeze into your upper

sleeve, not your hands.

- Visitors may be asked to wear a surgical mask to

protect others while at the hospital.

- Wash hands with soap and water or clean with

alcohol-based hand cleaner.

Stephen F. Salvo Shining Stars of 2018

NEWSBREAK - DECEMBER 2018 3

On November 29th, Beth Israel Lahey Health (BILH) reached a major milestone after approval by state and federal agencies

and is now moving forward to officially launch the system on March 1, 2019.

The Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office announced its approval after several months of collaboration, and included

conditions that — while unprecedented in scope — are in line with the system vision of expanding access to quality,

integrated care to patients across Eastern Massachusetts. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also officially closed its

review which completed the regulatory review process.

Now BILH shifts its focus to bringing organizations together with teams from across the system generating ideas and

recommendations about how we can work together to do more for patients than we ever could as separate organizations.

Beth Israel Lahey Health News: Regulatory Review Complete – System to Launch March 1, 2019

Nancy Lavoie, Clinical Services Coordinator, Respiratory:

retired after 45 years at AJH. Nancy started as a Respiratory

Technician and moved up the ladder to her most recent

position of Clinical Services Coordinator. Nancy will continue

per diem as a Pulmonary Function Technologist.

Georgiana Sampson, Unit Coordinator, Psychiatric

Services: retired after 15 years at AJH. George has been the

quiet, super-efficient force keeping the 2North day machine

running for 15 years. As Moe Lord, Director of Psychiatric

Services, shared, “she been the Unit Coordinator, Unit

Mother, Unit Cheerleader, and we are not quite sure what

we will do without her.”

(Front) Shelley DeSimone; Lynn Wedge, RRT, RPSGT; *Nancy Lavoie;

Sarah Melville, MHA, RRT; Lynda Kuhne, Director of Rehabilitation

Services. (Back) Mark Goldstein; Wendy McGonagle, RT; Julie

McDaniel; Wayne Goins; and Gary Lee, VP of Clinical Services.

(Front) *George Sampson; Maddie Wheeler. (Back) Mark Towle,

RN; Moe Jewell, Director of Psychiatric Services; Lilian Emefiele;

Rene Pelechowicz, RN; Shelley DeSimone, VP of HR; Richard Maki;

Chief Nursing Officer; Chad Saindon, RN; and Mark Goldstein.

Celebrating Retirees

NEWSBREAK - DECEMBER 20184

Stefany Quinton, RT(R)(CT); Teresa Weber, RT(R)(CT); Dolly Cote;

Stephanie Bombard; Ashleigh Hatch, RDMS; Michael Young (RT).

Front: Tracy Martin, CNMT, RT; Eileen Xenakis, RT(R)(CT); Megan

Marshall, RT(R)(M); Kathy Roche RT(R).

Health Information Management Department collected

gift cards for the YWCA Family to Family Holiday Program.

Newburyport and West Newbury Garden Clubs designed

holiday wreaths that helped to decorate the outside of

the hospital.

Anna Jaques supported the efforts of local podiatrists

Dr. James DiResta (far left) and Dr. Angela Barnes (middle)

in the “Docs for Socks” drive that collected socks for the

homeless in our community. Socks will be donated to

the YWCA of Greater Newburyport who will direct the

donation to areas of most need this winter.

The Aid Association featured Horse & Buggy rides during Newburyport’s Invitation Night on December 7th.

On December 3rd, members of Girl Scout Troop #61182 of

Haverhill delivered handmade fleece blankets to patients

of the Anna Jaques Cancer Center affiliated with BIDMC

in memory of Mark Whelan, the father of a former troop

member, who died of Melanoma. The troop completed

projects aimed at raising awareness to skin cancer.

From cover: Diagnostic Imaging donated Thanksgiving

baskets to eight families in need through The Pettengill

House and Community Action, Inc. The department also

adopted a family through Community Action, Inc.

for Christmas and collected gifts.

Spirit of Giving @ AJH

NEWSBREAK - DECEMBER 2018 5

/ Recognizing the Impact of our Donors and VolunteersGiving Well

For questions about year-end giving, contact the Foundation Office at 978-463-1176 or helpwithgiving@ajh.org.

Matching Gift: Multiply your impact! Employers who offer a matching gift program as a special benefit will match your generosity to AJH. Inquire at work today.

Donor Advised Funds: Act now to recommend a year-end gift through your donor advised fund to assure it arrives before December 31st.

IRA

Stock or Securities: The direct transfer of a gift of stock or securities to support AJH can avoid capital gains tax on the appreciation of your stock.

Individual Retirement Account (IRA): If you or a family member are 70½ or older withan IRA, you can transfer a gift directly to AJH without incurring tax consequences.

Year-End Giving: Consider Making a Gift to AJH by December 31st

Sarah Comora, RN,

MSN, Director of

Education, with her

family and Santa

at AJH Night at Sea

Festival of Trees.

Anna Jaques Night at Sea Festival of Trees

On November 19th, more than 500 employees and their families and friends

gathered for AJH Night at the Sea Festival of Trees at the Blue Ocean Event Center.

Guests enjoyed hot chocolate and cookies, skating, visits with Santa and touring

more than 150 beautifully decorated trees.

The AJH tree was designed, built, and generously donated by Kathy Connors,

Secretary of the Anna Jaques Community Health Foundation Board, and her

husband, Bob, who are both longtime supporters of the hospital.

NEWSBREAK - DECEMBER 20186

E d u c a t i o n a l O p p o r t u n i t i e s

Basic Life Skills (BLS) CPR Renewal Options All options hosted from 7:00pm-9:30pm - Higgins • January 9th • January 16th

Heartsaver CPR January 23rd– 6:30am-9:00pm - Higgins

Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) January 28th – Initial: 9:00am-5:00pm; Refresher: 2:00pm-5:00pm - Higgins

C o m m u n i t y E v e n t s

Roots to Wings Yoga @ AJH Gentle Yoga & Meditation starts January 8th from 4:30pm-5:45pm in the Higgins. Cost: $60 for 8 classes. Contact HR at ext. 1035 for details and to sign up.

Chronic Pain Support Group January 17th – 6:00pm-7:30pm Higgins – No RSVP required Free Vein Screening with Dr. David Swierzewski of Atlantic Vein Institute January 21st – 2:00pm-4:00pm 21 Highland Avenue, Suite A, Newburyport RSVP to 978-462-8006

TOP 10 REASONS TO ATTEND THE HOLIDAY DINNER DANCEBy Human Resources

1. Psychiatric Services says fun is good for your mental health.

2. Extend your holiday cheer a few weeks longer.

3. The DJ promises to play your requests, even if it’s the Chicken Dance.

4. Alcohol kills germs.

5. It’s practically as important as a Royal Wedding.

6. We promise not to serve cocktail wieners.

7. Dancing contributes to your steps.

8. Prove to your colleagues you have clothes other than scrubs.

9. Surgical masks not required.

10. Your 2019 resolution is to hang out with people from work more.

THE 2019 HOLIDAYTHE 2019 HOLIDAYDINNER DANCEDINNER DANCE

January 11, 2019Cocktails start 6:30pm

Dinner & Dancing at 7:30pm

Blue Ocean Event Center, Salisbury

Purchase tickets at the Cashier, $20 for employees; $35 for guests

by December 21st

C a l e n d a r

I’m a nurse on the Newburyport Five Cents Savings Inpatient Unit and wanted to give a shout out to the entire Pharmacy

team for always being so helpful and professional. Whenever I have questions, they have an answer, but also do so in

a patient, courteous, and accommodating manner. Recently I had to call to clarify a patient’s medication dosing to the

on-call pharmacist at 2:00am. The person I spoke with couldn’t have been nicer or more helpful. Thank you to the

Pharmacy for always going above and beyond, being such great team players, and all in all, being a really nice group of

people to work with.

Colleague-to-Colleague Kudos

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