Healthy Directions Newsletter - Tuba City Regional Health Care

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Healthy Directions Newsletter - Tuba City Regional Health Care
Healthy Directions
Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation
May 2013
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TCRHCC Honor
Their Nurses during
National Nurses Week
In this issue:
• TCRHCC Honor Their Nurses During
National Hospital Week
• TCRHCC Health Promotion Program
‘Just Move It’ Schedule
• Tuba City Garden Expo – 2013
• TCRHCC Employee Spotlight
• MSPI Native Hope 3-Day Youth Retreat
• Garden Expo was a Success!
• Hospital Week Poem by J. Clanin
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TCRHCC Honor Their Nurses
during National Nurses Week
Hospitals and professional organizations across the U.S.
the effectiveness, efficiency, and recognition of the healthcare
celebrated National Nurses Week, May 6 - 12, 2013, as a way
workforce, was presented, “NURSES If Florence Could See Us
to highlight and show appreciation for the extraordinary work
Now,” providing a rare look into the complex and challenging
nurses do everyday.
world of nursing. The documentary featured nurses across the
Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation (TCRHCC)
Nurse Administration honored their outstanding nurses at the
U.S. and our very own Public Health Nurses from Tuba City
Regional Health Care Corporation.
first annual 2013 Nurses Week Banquet at Greyhills Auditorium
“It’s important that people recognize the power of nursing,”
on Thursday May 9, 2013, sponsored by the TCRHCC’ Nurse
said Luna. “This film helps people understand how nurses
Recruitment and Retention Committee.
Ms. Dollie Luna
make a difference in people’s lives - that we bring both clinical
RN, Assistant Chief Nursing Officer; Ms. Lynette Bonar RN,
expertise and leadership skills to every setting, from the bedside
Associate Executive Officer; Mr. William Dey RN, Chief
to homes and to the boardroom.”
Quality Officer; Mr. Preston Masayumptewa RN, Nurses
Over 100 nurses across the U.S. were interviewed for the film,
Recruitment and Retention Coordinator and TCRHCC nurses
providing a close-up look at the profession, and incorporating
and their families attended the event.
the many different roles nurses play and the lives they touch.
After the welcoming address, a documentary by On
After the film presentation, the nurses of TCRHCC presented,
Nursing Excellence, a not-for-profit organization expanding
“If Flo Could See Us Now.” The presentation was a narrative
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storyline about nurses from early 1900 to present in 2013. The nurses of
TCRHCC dressed in costumes and acted out the duty of nurses over the
40 Years of Service
years. The presentation was educational and received a standing ovation.
Deliah Tallsalt
After the presentation by the TCRHCC nurses, Raul Rubio RN, Nurse
Manager at Sacred Peaks Health Center, introduced the keynote speaker
35 Years of Service
Dr. Sally Doshier RN, Associate Dean of Nursing from Northern Arizona
Ann Hilt-Garro and Ellen Huminimptewa
University. With many years of experience, Dr. Doshier spoke about the
30 Years of Service
history of nursing, how empowering and significant TCRHCC’s vision is
for their nurses and how vital nurses are to the health care system.
The evening progressed as Ms. Bonar and Ms. Luna honored TCRHCC
nurses for their respective achievements in excellence and years of
services at TCRHCC.
“We are honored to recognize all of our nurses for their hard work and
Rita Chase and Katherine Hardy
25 Years of Service
Dorothy Fronk and RaJean Victor
20 Years of Service
dedication to the Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation,” added
Mary Scott, Faye Finley, Virginia Benally, Debi
Mr. Masayumptewa. “ I also want to thank the Recruitment and Retention
Farrell, Ruby Whitethorne, and Anna Gaseoma
Committee for their hard work and contributing their time for making
Nurses Week a success.”
15 Years of Service
Tina Ferrero, Lilly Billagody, Alberta Nez, Yolanda
Burke, Joette Walters, Alvina Rosales, and Ancita
Top left photo: TCRHCC
Nurses take a moment for a
photo after the Nurses Week
banquet.
Top right photo: TCRHCC
Nurses Joseph Land, RN and
Carissa James, RN, stop for a
photo before their performance
in “If Flo Could See Us Now.”
Bottom center photo: TCRHCC
Nurses Timothy Newland, RN,
Support Services Supervisor
and Shannon Newland, RN,
Risk Manger, practice their
scene before their performance
in “If Flo Could See Us
Now.” The Newland’s reenact
a famous moment from V-J
Day in Times Square from
1945, where a white-clad girl
clutches her purse and skirt as
an uninhibited sailor plants his
lips squarely on hers.
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Bigman
10 Years of Service
Elfreida Bizaholoni, Melissa Nez, Delores Succo,
June Murray, Irene Nez, Ana Rodriguez-Stoekcker,
Shannon Johnson, Lynette Bonar, Anthony Drake,
and Callandra Mike
5 Years of Service
Lincoln Johnson, Regina Sumner, Karen LopezOrtiz, Zenaida Manzon, Joan Farr, Cynthia Wolski,
Hope West, Veronica Granger, Angela Cooper,
Michelle Cavanaugh, Steven Hendrix, Lorrie
Lake, Emolinda Tsosie, Carissa James, Daisy
Colon, Linda Mathews, Ramona Yazzie, Charlene
Blindman , Gwenytha Parrish, Wendy Luce, Violet
Skinner, Deborah Manson, Dollie Luna, Raul
Rubio, and Nancy Andreas.
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Protecting Our Skin From The Sun
Just a few serious sunburns can increase
though a long-sleeved shirt and long
cataracts later in life. Look for sunglasses
our risk of skin cancer later in life. Our
pants with a tight weave are best, they
that wrap around and block as close to
skin needs protection from the sun’s
aren’t always practical. A T-shirt, long
100% of both UVA and UVB rays as pos-
harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays whenever
shorts, or a beach cover-up are good
sible.
they’re outdoors. This summer, consider
choices, too—but it’s wise to double up
Apply sunscreen. Use sunscreen
the following when you are outside.
on protection by applying sunscreen or
with at least SPF 15 and UVA and UVB
Seek shade. UV rays are strongest
keeping in the shade when possible.
protection every time you go outside.
and most harmful during midday, so it’s
Get a hat. Hats that shade the face,
For the best protection, apply sunscreen
best to plan indoor activities then. If this
scalp, ears, and neck are easy to use and
generously 30 minutes before going out-
is not possible, seek shade under a tree,
give great protection. Baseball caps are
doors. Don’t forget to protect ears, noses,
an umbrella, or a pop-up tent. Use these
popular, but they don’t protect their ears
lips, and the tops of feet.
options to prevent sunburn, not to seek
and neck. If you chooses a cap, be sure
relief after it’s happened.
to protect exposed areas with sunscreen.
Source: Centers for Disease Control and
Cover up. Clothing that covers your
Wear sunglasses. They protect the
Prevention, May 2013. http://www.cdc.gov/
skin helps protect against UV rays. Al-
eyes from UV rays, which can lead to
cancer/skin/basic_info/children.htm
2013 AYSO
Soccer Camp
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Here is a great event, and a great opportunity
for the kids to have fun, be active, and learn some
strong soccer skills! The 2013 AYSO Soccer
Camp is set for June 10-14, 2013 at the Tuba City
Boarding School (TCBS) Football Field.
The Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation
(TCRHCC) Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
Program (HPDP) is taking registration at the
HPDP office (located east of the hospital, next
to the ASIST trailer building). There is a fee to
register, and HPDP will only accept CASH. It is
$35 for 4-6 year old and $51 for 7-16 year old. The
last day to register is May 24, 2013.
You can also register online at www.
aysosoccercamp.org. The cost to register online
for 4-6 year old is $70 and 7-16 year old is $102.
If you have any questions, please contact HPDP
at 928-283-1420.
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Employee Spotlight
Harlan Greeley, Navajo, born and raised in Tuba City, Arizona is the
Interim Biomedical Engineering Department Supervisor at Tuba City Regional
Health Care Corporation (TCRHCC) since August 2012.
Greeley attended Northern Arizona University (NAU) and
has a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. He said,
hauling wood to the elderly, and trail restoration at the Grand
Canyon and Paria Canyon.
His senior year at NAU was a life changing time. He was
“One thing my undergraduate career has taught me is to be a
encouraged by his advisor and mentor, Dr. Elizabeth Brauer,
critical thinker and to be able to react fast to any situation.”
He previously worked at the U.S. Department of Agriculture
to run for the Student National Representative. That year,
(USDA) Coconino/Kaibab National Forest Service in Flagstaff,
he won the election and became the AISES National Student
Arizona. He also worked at the NASA Glenn Research Center
Representative Positions, representing over 2500 members. At
in Cleveland, Ohio.
the end of his term, he was awarded with the AISES Sequoyah
Greeley now enjoys working at TCRHCC. He says, “TCRHCC
Fellow Lifetime Membership. This lifetime membership is
has a lot of talented individuals who are passionate about their
a commitment to the AISES family to engage the values of
jobs. What I really enjoy is the fast pace environment and the
leadership, mentorship, and the importance of higher education
different situation I am placed in on a daily basis.”
in all academic fields.
Greeley is an active advocate for the community. At NAU,
When Greeley is away from his desk and has free time, he
he was involved in an organization called the American Indian
says he likes to go hiking and mountain biking. He also enjoys
Science and Engineering Society (AISES) where he was
watching college football and basketball, adding “Go U of A
always involved with all activities. Some of these activities
and Michigan!” He also favorites the New York Jets and Dallas
included mentoring at-risk High School students in science
Cowboys.
and mathematics and in preparing them for their AIMS testing,
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Primary Healthcare for All.
Find it in Your Local Community Health Center.
Members of the Arizona Alliance for Community Health Centers provide top quality, patient-focused primary healthcare services
local healthcare home.
visit AACHC.org
Adelante Healthcare
Mountain Park Health Center
Canyonlands Healthcare
Native Americans for Community Action, Inc.
Chiricahua Community Health Centers, Inc.
NATIVE HEALTH
Community Health Center of Yavapai
North Country HealthCare
Copper Queen Medical Associates
Sun Life Family Health Center
Desert Senita Community Health Center
Sunset Community Health Center
El Rio Community Health Center
Tuba City Regional Healthcare Corporation
Maricopa Health Care for the Homeless
United Community Health Center
Maricopa Integrated Health System
– Maria Auxiliadora, Inc.
Mariposa Community Health Center
Wesley Community & Health Center
MHC Healthcare
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Same Day
Appointment Clinic
Tuba City Regional Health Care offers Same Day Appointments for their
adult patients, as well as for children. Give us a call before you make
a trip or come to the hospital to be seen. Calling ahead to schedule an
appointment will save you time, and you can schedule your appointment
at a date and time that is best for you.
Call to make an appointment if you:
•Have cold or flu symptoms
•Think you have an infection
•Are running out of medicines because you missed an appointment
•Need blood pressure, diabetes, or tuberculosis screening
•Have a health concern
If you have been referred to the Same Day Appointment Clinic
for follow-up please call to make an appointment.
•CALL Same Day clinic at (928) 283-2669 to set up an appointment.
We NO longer take walks-in.
•We fill up our appointment slots every day before noon, so please
call EARLY in the day. We start taking calls at 7:30 in the morning.
•Hours of operation are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.
•Same Day Appointment Clinic is located on the 2nd floor of the
Outpatient Primary Care Center (OPCC) building.
To make an appointment, call 928-283-2669.
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Tuba City 2013 Garden Expo Was A Success!
On March 23rd, several community programs from
of humor to food preparation. Community partners included:
throughout the state came together to promote the importance
St. Jude Catholic Church, St. Jude Food Bank, Johns Hopkins
of gardening. Those in attendance took advantage of interactive
Center for American Indian Health, Hopi Tutskwa Permaculture,
activities that included food demonstrations, rain harvesting,
Moenkopi Day School, Navajo Health Education, Coconino
double dug lasagna beds, container gardening/sprouting, fruit
County Public Health Services Distrcit, Arizona Nutrition
tree maintenance, and growing seeds at home. To emphasize
Network, Eagle’s Nest Intermediate School, Food Corps
the importance of exercise, the Tuba City Health Promotion
Arizona, TCRHCC Diabetes Prevention, TCRHCC Health
Program sponsored a morning 5k walk/run; over 40 participants
Promotion Program, and The People’s Farm. In its 3rd year,
braved the chilly weather. Those in attendance also witnessed a
the future of the Garden Expo is promising; we look forward to
food demonstration by Dr. Diana Hu; who brings a unique sense
next year’s event.
Here at Tuba City...
A “Hospital Week” poem by Judy L. Clanin, R.N.
TCRHCC Lead Clinical Application Specialist
Perhaps a medication,
Is what your body needs.
Or maybe just a test or two
Will give us healing leads.
2013
National
Here at Tuba City,
You can find a guiding light,
For steering you along the path,
When illness you must fight.
Hospital Week
May 12-18, 2013
Although the times will always change,
On THAT we can agree,
‘Tuba’ as we call it
Will be a sturdy tree.
A tree that shields from burning rays,
Or bends when winds are strong,
It anchors to the deeper roots
To help you get along.
We will not always win the fight,
We carry on each day,
But we can promise to provide,
A light to guide your way.
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TCRHCC Main Telephone Switchboard (928) 283-2501
Emergencies: Call Navajo Nation Police (928) 283-3111
Same Day Appointment 283-2669
Patients are encouraged to call ahead to make
an appointment for a Same-Day Appointment if
available, or schedule another day that works best for
you. Call the Same Day Appointment from 8:00 am
to 4:00 pm to schedule your appointment.
Family Medicine Clinic 283-2458
Environmental Health 283-2844
Car Seat Day
Every Thursday: 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Eye Clinic 283-2748
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Health Promotion Program 283-1429/1420
Diabetes Prevention Program 283-1429/1420
Pediatric Clinic 283-2679
Mental Health 283-2831
Pediatric Clinic Appointments-Call the clinic from
8:00 am to 4:00 pm to schedule your appointment a
few days BEFORE you want your child to be seen.
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm
TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, Call the
appointment desk at 928-283-2679.
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm,
except Tuesday start at 9:30 am
Outpatient Pharmacy 283-2754
Occupational Therapy 283-2593/2594
Dental Clinic
Tuba City: 283-2672
Tuba City
Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
(Thursday afternoons - urgent care only)
Cameron: 213-8161
Cameron
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday:
7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Diabetes/Internal Medicine 283-2689
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Some evening hours available by appointment only.
Diabetes Education: 928-283-2895
Diabetes Healthy Living Center 283-2895
Appointments and walk-ins
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Abdul Baco: 283-2895
- Ruby Whitethorne: 283-2895
- Health Technicians: 283-2895
Ear/Nose Throat (ENT) Clinic 283-2974
Same Day
Appointment
Tuba City
Regional Health
Care Corporation
Tuba City Regional Health Care now offers
Same Day Appointments for their adult
patients, as well as for children. Give us
a call before you make a trip or come to
the hospital to be seen. Calling ahead to
schedule an appointment will save you time,
and you can schedule your appointment at a
date and time that is best for you.
Health Promotion/Diabetes Prevention
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
(Some evening hours available.)
Open 7 Days a week from 8:00 am - 12:00 am
24-Hour Pharmacy refill line: 1-866-283-2921
Prescriptions are ready for pick-up with no waiting
time for patients who call in 24 hours in advance.
Pharmacy Drive-Thru is NOW OPEN for Refill
Prescription Pick-Up Only from 8:00 am to 12:00 am
(midnight), 7 days a week, including holidays.
Introducing:
Call to make an appointment if you:
• Havecoldorflusymptoms
• Think you have an infection
OB/Gyn Clinic (Women’s Health) 283-2460
Speech Therapy
Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Orthopedic Clinic/Surgical 283-2660
Orthopedic Clinic
Tuesday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm,
Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon
Urology, Podiatry & Surgery
Monday - Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(Call for specific clinic times)
Physical Therapy 283-2659
Monday -Wednesday & Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm,
Thursday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
• Are running out of medicines
because you missed an appointment
• Need blood pressure, diabetes, or
tuberculosis screening
• Have a health concern
To make an appointment, call:
928-283-2669
After dialing, press ‘1’ to make an appointment.
“A community-based clinic aimed at providing Native Americans
living in Flagstaff with non-urgent primary health care.”
Services Provided:
Family Medicine
Gynecology
Internal Medicine
Laboratory
Pediatrics
Pharmacy
Physical Therapy
Primary Care Services
Radiology
TO SCHEDULE
AN APPOINTMENT
928-863-7333
3480 East Route 66 • Flagstaff, AZ 86004 • tchealth.org
Respiratory Therapy 283-2596
Everyday 24 hours a day
Cardiac Rehabilitation 283-2960
Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Extended Hours (Evening Clinics)
Selected nights, Monday - Thursday
Diabetes Prevention: 283-2689
Diabetes/Internal Medicine: 283-2689
Emergency Room ANNEX
For patients in need of medical care after normal, daily
walk-in hours. Go to the Emergency Department to be
screened and registered. No appointment necessary.
Monday - Wednesdays: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
(By referral only)
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Tuba City Regional
Health Care Corporation
167 North Main Street
P.O. Box 600
Tuba City, Arizona 86045
928-283-2501
Tuba City
Regional Health Care Corporation
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Aurelia Yazzie – Community Relations
Administration - Office of the CEO
167 North Main Street
P.O. Box 600
Tuba City, Arizona 86045
Tuba City
Regional Health
Care Corporation
Mobile Medical
Clinic
Mobile Medical Care Services
•Comprehensive exams for all ages
•Annual Check-Ups
•Well Woman & Child
•Employer / School / Sports Physicals
•Acute treatment
•Immunizations & Testing
•Tetanus
•Well Child
•Influenza
•Chronic disease management
•Diabetes
•Heart Disease
•Asthma
•Preventative care & screening
For more information, call TCRHCC Community Health at 928-283-2607.