inside this issue: 100% club celebrates nursing excellence...kedist dias on october 26th, inglis...
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Inside this issue:
Adapted Technology News 2
Flu Immunization Clinics 3
Welcome New Staff 4-5
Kudos 6
Harvest Ball 8
Safety Moment 9
Baby updates and more 10
November 2017
Volume 4, Issue 5
100% Club Celebrates Nursing Excellence
Kevin Russell Leona Walls Leonard Wright Margaret Bondo Margareth Awiti Marguerite Gammon Michelle Spencer Molly Hawkins Moses Johnson Nakiya Caraway Natala Fray Nezlyn Wellington Nicole Palmero Occora Wilburn Oluronke Ajibodu Oluwaseyi Omole Patrick Grant Rhonda Fuller
Rosemond Frempong Roxanne Patterson Shaneh Grier-Bradley Sheba Stephenson Sheila Jordan Tanya Chisom Tsedale Ejigu Tylenea Jones Virginia Douglas Vivian Joseph Willette Woods Zakia Woodall
October 2017
Adriel Banfield Alphonso Rowell Anjeanette Mathis Annette Blake Charlene Williams Charmaine Carlton Cliforde Belizaire Demond VanBuren Enrique Castro Eunide Larosiliere Farlene Laurent Gillet Muaka Goundo Camara Isnatanne Cadet Jean Paul Pierre Joanne Gregg Judith Chavane Kedist Dias
On October 26th, Inglis honored 48 LPNs who have demon-strated nursing excellence in clinical skills. “Thank you for your hard work and dedication,” said Theresa Onyenaka. “As you know, nothing good comes easily, but we will work together to make Inglis even better.”
Left to right: Honoree Virginia Douglas, Regine Charcoute and Natasha Ivey. At right, Judith Chavane (center) receives her certificate from Patti McCloskey and Theresa (both to her right), as new Director of Clinical Excellence & Quality Julie Cao and resident Taleah Madden-Bruney look on.
Congratulations to the members of the Inglis 100%
Club who have demonstrated excellence in clinical skills!
Your quality care makes us all proud to say, “We are Inglis.”
A reminder...shhhhhhhhh!
If you are ever approached by a member of the press (at Inglis House, an Inglis property, or even when off-site) or anyone asking you to com-ment or provide information about
anything “Inglis,” please immediately refer that person to our press
spokesperson, Gary Bramnick at (267) 298-1585. Thank you!
Tameka Robinson, Application System Analyst in Information Technology, uses the Relias Learn-ing Management System to com-plete her mandatory annual train-ing in the HR computer lab. The new LMS went live on Sept. 19th. Remember, all Inglis employees must complete their annual train-ing by December 31st. If you have any questions, speak to your su-pervisor or call Betsy Alexander (x5243) or Maire Curto (x5768).
LMS goes live!
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Our Adapted Technology De-partment is helping residents use a new tool, known as Grapevine, to to get faster and more efficient access to web browsing, email, typing, docu-ment creation and social media. Grapevine enables users to use their access device, usually a clickable red button, to scan and select a desired function, tool, letter or number. This group-item scanning method (specifically row-column scan-ning) allows items to be grouped in meaningful catego-ries. With a click of a switch the scanner will automatically move at a fixed rate that the user is comfortable with. Grapevine also features predic-tive text. One resident wrote this about the predictive text: “I can't get over the fact that it knew that XOXO means hugs and kisses. It knows proper names, first AND last names. This word prediction runs circles around the one I used before. It saves frequently used names and words which is extremely helpful. I love using this pro-gram. It's been a great joy to learn.”
Above, Arman Rowshan of AT provides Grapevine training to resident Betsy Mills.
Insight
Adapted Technology News by Arman Rowshan
Happy Assistive Therapy
Month to our AT Therapists!
Thank you to our AT thera-pists for supporting people as they pursue their profes-
sional, social and educational goals, but most importantly,
their independence.
Residents, want to learn how to use your tablet, phone or other electronic de-vices? AT will offer classes beginning Nov. 6th. Check in at the AT lab for more information.
Pennypack Crossing opens
Fall’s here: Time to update your flu immunization
Free Flu Immunization Clinics No clinic Nov. 7-Nov. 9.
Nov. 10—7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 11—7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Nov. 12—No clinic Nov. 13 (Deadline) 7:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
All clinics take place in the Occupation Health Office, 2nd fl., Therapy Building
Remember, all employees must be immunized against flu or get a medical or religious waiver.
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RCPA Awards highlight Inglis
Former Inglis President & CEO Gavin Kerr received a Lifetime Achievement Award in Community Leader-ship from Rehabilitation and Community Providers Association (RCPA) President Richard Edley (at left) last month. Gavin received his award at the organi-zation’s annual meeting in Hershey.
*** Juliette Marsala and Janet Turner were speakers at
the Conference. They discussed how Inglis House helped residents make a successful transition to independent living at Inglis Gardens at Belmont.
Inglis and Conifer Realty opened the Pennypack Crossing Apartments last month. Inglis CFO Kevin Kelly (above, far right) was among the speakers at the ribbon-cutting. Located in the Holme Avenue section of Northeast Philadelphia, Pennypack Crossing is the area's newest afforda-ble/accessible community for those living with disabilities and those 55 years of age and older. ***
Did you know: Michelle Pfeiffer, former Inglis North Entrance receptionist, has been appointed resident services coordinator at the apartment complex! Congratulations, Michelle!
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National Healthcare Supply Week
Materials Management Delivers! Bob Koenig (left) and Joe Walker are Materials Handlers who ensure that our neighborhoods are well equipped with medical/surgical supplies and that all departments at the 2600 Belmont Campus re-ceive office supplies and outside shipments without delay. Thank you for taking care of all you do with a smile and a “can-do” atti-tude, guys!
Decorating the Sukkot
The Safety committee meets every 4th Tuesday. To join,
please leave a message at x5801 or email:
Residents joined Rabbi Naomi Hirsch and Chaplain Nancy Selinger to decorate the Sukkot in our courtyard in October. The
Sukkot commemorates the forty-year period during which the chil-dren of Israel wandered in the desert, living in temporary shel-ters.
Tea Time!
Jackie Bokunwicz (left) tempts Lisa Shamburg with a beautiful tray of petit fours during the Women’s Group Tea last month.
Welcome Julie Cao
Julie Cao, a deeply experi-enced nursing leader is our new Director of Clinical Ex-cellence & Quality. Julie
comes to Inglis from the German-town Home, where she served as Director of Nursing (DON). Prior to that, Julie was DON at St. Francis Country House in Darby, PA, Bright-en at Bryn Mawr and Fellowship Vil-lage in Basking Ridge, New Jersey. In these roles, Julie was responsible for all clinical operations and successful-ly elevated Medicare ratings and state survey results. She also main-tains expertise in QAPI implementa-tion and MDS assessment/care plan-ning, and has clinical experience in hospice and surgical nursing.
At Inglis, Julie will lead clinical per-formance improvement activities, clinical policy and procedure devel-opment and Inglis House-wide regu-latory compliance activities. She will drive performance-measured out-comes, pinpoint areas for improve-ment and develop remediation plans in conjunction with the Co-Executive Director, Clinical Services and other nursing leaders.
Please introduce yourself to Julie and welcome her to Inglis. She may be reached at [email protected] or at 267-496-1503.
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Welcome New Staff!
Xavier Johnson, Human Resources Generalist Xavier comes to Inglis from Ara-mark, where he began as an HR in-tern and was steadily promoted to his most recent position of HR Man-ager. Prior to that, he was an HR manager at Target. In his role, Xavier will collaborate with HR colleagues to recruit and onboard new staff, oversee employ-ee relations activities, develop and update policies and procedures and implement other HR functions.
Xavier is a graduate of Temple Uni-versity, with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, and majored in Human Resources.
He may be reached at [email protected] or at x5815.
Carol Resor, Senior Learning and Development Specialist Carol comes to Inglis with more than 20 years of learning and organiza-tional development experience. Most recently, she was Director of Learning and Performance at Sobieski Enterprises. Carol also has experience in health care, including computer training at Hahnemann Hospital, Medical Affairs training/auditing/system support at Key-stone Mercy Health Plan and as training consultant for pharmaceuti-cal companies. She holds a Master’s in English from Georgetown Univer-sity and a Bachelor’s in Psychology, English and Communications from Cabrini College. At Inglis, Carol will focus on employ-ee orientation and core competen-cies for all Inglis employees. She may be reached at [email protected] or at x5816.
Tammi O’Neill, Director, Clini-cal Competency Development. Tammi comes to us from Gene-sis Healthcare where she was a nurse practice educator. Prior to that, she was an RN at Our Lady of Lourdes Medical Center in Camden, NJ, where she worked in the Acute Stroke, Bariatric, Long Term Ventilator and Med-Surg Units. Tammie is currently enrolled in the Bachelor to Master’s Pro-gram at Widener University. She holds an Associate of Sci-ence Nursing Degree from Helene Fuld of Nursing in Blackwood, New Jersey. She may be reached at [email protected] or at x5292.
Danielle joins the Inglis Development Department as Annual Fund and Stewardship Manager. In this role, she is primarily responsible for attracting, engaging and retaining annual supporters, as well as devel-oping and managing key annual fund and stewardship activities. Danielle comes to Inglis from the Please Touch Museum where she was the Membership and Development Manager. Her background also includes development roles at the Solomon Schechter School of Manhattan and The New York Transit Museum. She is a graduate of the State University of New York at Buffalo, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Art History. Danielle may be reached at [email protected] or at x5753.
Danielle Quinn Annual Fund and
Stewardship Manager
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Kudos
Congratulations to Katrina Robinson, who has been ap-pointed Quality Assurance Co-ordinator. In this role Katrina will monitor infectious disease and related clinical documen-tation to uphold Inglis policies and procedures.
Congratulations to Loretta Flowers, Wound Program Treatment Nurse, who has completed the WEB Nursing Education Program that is ac-credited by the Wound, Osto-my and Continence Nurses Society (WOC). Loretta is also pursuing her Masters in Nurs-ing with a specialty in Family Practice at Drexel University.
In the September Insight, we fea-tured resident John T. Atkins, Jr., (above right) who was honored by Mansfield University football team for his strength in the face of adver-sity. Now, John has been honored yet again, by another alma mater, the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology in Lancaster, Pa. He was inducted into the College's athletic hall of fame at a campus banquet on October 20, 2017.
John graduated Stevens in 1985 with a degree in Electronics Tech-nology and was a guard on the offensive line for two years. He is credited with a combined 550 yards in just eight games in 1985. Congrat-ulations, John!!
Linda and Ellen represented Inglis at the recent Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Conference cele-brating the 100th Anniversary of the OT profession. Linda was among four therapists chosen as members of the Leaders and Legacy Society for their significant contributions to the pro-fession. She discussed her career path, beginning as a new graduate in 1987 until the present, with an eye towards inspiring new grads and stu-dents to be their personal and profes-sional best.
Ellen presented a poster on behalf of a team which included Delaina Torres, Charles Sammartino, Danielle Paffett and Dawn Waller. It highlighted resi-dent quality of life gains associated with the adapted devices created on our 3D printer. It also focused on the collaboration between the OT and AT departments. Congratulations to one and all!
[[Top photo]] Ellen Rosenberg, and at left, Linda Roseman-Miron at the Pennsylvania Occupational Therapy Association Confer-ence.
Back Row (left to right): Juliet Marsala, PaRC member Robert Fox and R. Mi-chael Cortez, Executive Director of the Health & Human Services Committee for the Office of Senator Lisa Baker. Front Row: PaRC members Claire Senita and David Mann.
Well done to Juliet Marsala who presented to members of the Pennsylvania Rehabilitation Council (PaRC) to enlighten them on the importance of employ-ment, improved hiring practices and vocational services funding for people with disabilities.
Fall fun
Kerri Decker, with sons Flynn and Patton.
At left, the Day Program celebrated the cozy comforts of Fall with Pajama Day.
Having a blast at the Halloween Bash (left to right): Jackie Bokunwicz and Jenna Elkan; Jamie Kline, Maria Fritzche, Tiffany Daniels, Joe Barber and Jackie and “witchy woman” Denise March.
Dance Wheels rolls again! Above, Beth Ann Lorenz practices with her partner. Don’t miss the Dance Wheels final perfor-mance later this month and watch for more information on the date and time.
A devilishly adorable Shelley Van Scoyoc.
Meredith Waldron’s son, Thomas, as Gilligan.
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Harvest Ball—November 3, 2017
David Galligan receives his boutonniere from Amy.
Christopher Hinchey with Katie Forbes and Amy Heeter.
Tom Nordeman (below right) chats with Janice Nachbar and Bill Grim.
Judith Jones is lovely in red.
Beth Breslin and Anthony Spano arrive at the Ball.
Rebecca, Joe and Patti tend to the thirsty crowd.
Left: Sharon Kvetan; Right: Donna Monique Johnson; Be-low: Theresa Ginyard
Shaunte Pierce and John Atkins relax together.
Iris Alleyne and a very cool Lamont Alexander.
A dashing Stephen Beard.
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Lynn Walding enjoys the band.
Joanna Manusov wore a colorful gown.
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The Inglis Community extends a warm welcome to: Environmental Services/CSS/PennDOT Roger W. Marzocco Nursing Patrina Ann Couser Marjorie T. Garcon Julilena L .Hampton Charlet N. Pendergrass Nikia I. Terry Day Program Cherita M. Littlejohn
Christopher Hinchey, 116North Henry McAfee, 330South Natalie Weidner, 140North
Safety Moment
The holidays are usu-ally happy times with lots of family get-togethers and deli-cious eats. But unfor-tunately, excitement and crowded kitchens can lead to accidents. Here is a list of helpful hints to keep your holidays happy! Thanksgiving Kids love to help, but can be in dan-ger in a busy kitchen. Keep them at least three feet from the hot stove, as well as any steam, dangling appliance cords, hot food and liquids. Better still, have activities that they can get involved in outside of the kitchen. Keep floors clear so you don’t trip over children, handbags, toys and other items. Stay at home when cooking your tur-key and in the kitchen when cooking on the stovetop. Don’t leave children alone in a room with a lit candle and keep matches/lighters out of their reach. Winter holiday safety Two of every five home decoration fires are started by candles. Keep lit
Welcome New Employees Welcome new residents
Job Fair Success!
Congratulations to our Human Resources Department on a highly successful Job Fair in September. A total of ninety-nine nursing candidates attended. To date, 44 CNAs have passed the skills and ability portion of the interview. HR will contin-ue to assess and interview candidates and will be extend-ing offers. Thank you to all who helped make the Fair a wonderful and productive event for Inglis!
candles away from décor and other items that can burn. Keep decorations away from doors and windows.
Replace any string lights with warn or broken cords. Use clips, not nails, to hang lights so that cords are not damaged.
At bedtime or when leaving the house, blow out lit candles and turn off string lights and decora-tions.
And all throughout the year… Check your smoke alarms by pushing on the center button.
FOR SAFETY’S SAKE...When using air freshener, please spray directly into the toilet bowl or the trash can...never into the air or on the floor. Doing so can create a slick surface that can cause a nasty fall!
In Memoriam
The Inglis Community mourns the passing of:
Catherine Bacon Vanessa Hinton
Eliot Spindel
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Oh Baby!
Congratulations to Capri Harris, her husband, Glenn, and big brother, Jace, on the birth of baby Jalen at 9 a.m. on Septem-ber 25th. Jalen, weighed 7lbs., 8oz. and was 19.75 inches long.
What the world needs now...
Doing their part to spread a positive message during these challenging times, our own Kyle Faulk and Wayne Deppen.
Wedding bells
Congratulations to Rachel Green, now Rachel Cutler, who married Jessie Cutler on September 8, 2017 at the Abbie Homes Estate in Cape May , NJ. As you can see, Jackie Bokunwicz was in the wedding party. The couple honeymooned on St. Lucia.
Day Program Tuesday, November 21 &
Wednesday, November 22 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day
Congratulations to our Fire Safety Week Winners! These quiz winners were awarded either a smoke detector or home fire extinguisher. Aisha Logan (Dietary) Thomas Bechtel (Engineering) Wayne Deppen (Respiratory) Rosemary Corrigan (Clinical Re-
imbursement) Amy Manuel (Physical Therapy) Rashida Marks (EVS) Mike Dabrowski (EVS) Mariah Fulton (Dietary) Sherita Pressley (3N CNA) Perry Woods (Security) James Harrington (Equipment
Management)
Fire safety week reps, left to right: Kathy Concio, Brandi Dowling, Tania Rhodes and Gary Gardner.
Astral artists enchant Inglis resi-dents with yet another beautiful musical performance last month.