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March 2016

IN THIS ISSUE Administrator’s Desk

Mardi Gras Pics

Stars of the Month

Upcoming Events

February Birthdays

Resident of the Month

You Got Caught Caring

More Fun in February

Message from Our Administrator

Come on Spring! Come on Spring! March seems to be roaring like a lion to start with all the cold temperatures. Personally, I am looking forward to warmer temperatures and sunshine … lots of sunshine! Fingers crossed that

the “in like a lion, out like a lamb” saying holds true and the weather will soon change. Come on Spring!

Our staff has performed well during the many snow storms this year. The Blizzard Jonas in late January was a true test of our dedication and the staff did a FANTASTIC job. We have been celebrating them ever since; you may

see t-shirts being worn by those that weathered the storm. Please stop and thank them again. They found alternative childcare when schools were delayed or cancelled and arrived to take good care of our patients and

residents. We appreciate their dedication and thank them for their service! March brings us St. Patrick’s Day on the 17th and talk of “the luck of the Irish.”

I like to think that we are all lucky to be working at Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center; lucky to be able to provide care to so many deserving patients,

residents and their families. It is truly an honor and we appreciate having each and every patient, resident and family member in our Center.

We realize you have a choice in providers and thank you for choosing Potomac Falls Health & Rehab Center.

Zoie Barcus Nikov, MSA, LNHA Zoie Barcus Nikov, MSA, LNHA

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PARADING DOWN THE HALL! OLGA LEADING THE WAY

CAPTAIN AMERICA MAD SHOPPER MARDI GRAS PRINCESS

Mardi Gras Music

Maker and Bingo

Queen!

P A R A D E

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This Month in Activities Happy Hour weekly on Tidewater & Piedmont Units

Movie Nights with Popcorn weekly on Piedmont Weekly Card Club and Blackjack Games Spring Ride, Walmart & Movie Outing

3/17 – St. Patrick’s Day Party 3/25 - Easter Egg Decorating

3/27 – Easter Sunday Services

Lillian Pobuta, LPN Lillian is a very caring nurse who tends to the needs of her residents with great compassion and empathy. She is giving and her dedication and patience is a great inspiration to all. You will find Lillian on our Shenendoah Unit.

Deidra Pelletier, CNA Deidra is a wonderful addition to the Tidewater team. She coaxes the patients out of their room with her wit and smile. She never says “no”. It is always “what can I do for you to make you feel better?” She is also a great support to all her team members.

Othello Wesseh, CNA Othello treats his patients in a very special way. He always double checks on his residents during their meal time and offers his assistance readily. He is attentive and ready to help without waiting for additional reminders.

Dora Alfaro, Cook Dora is gracious to all at all times. She knows what the patients want and always tries to make them happy and satisfied often going beyond her call of duty. She provides excellent service to all at Potomac Falls.

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Jafargoli Denbaly 3/2 Deborah Pietras 3/3

Frances Evitts 3/10 Afagh Shafiei 3/21 Patricia Hanley 3/26 Mercedes Cuzzi Espinoza 3/27 John Selander 3/30 Ilona Miller 3/30 Agnes Ford 3/30 Donald Stretch 3/31

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Resident of the Month OLGA VILLANUEVA

Date of Birth: November 29, 1923 in Ebor City, FL Languages Spoken: Spanish and English Background: She worked her way up in the hospital from housekeeping to being in charge of cleaning the surgical instruments in the autoclave and organizing them for best access to the surgeons. Places Lived: Florida, New York, Tennessee and Virginia Hobbies: Singing in Spanish, English and Italian; She used to love to dance with her former husband and still does spirited Wheel Chair Dancing She has been a resident of Potomac Falls since it opened. She has three sons. You always know where you stand with Olga because she always says what she thinks. She has a heart of gold.

“YOU GOT CAUGHT CARING” IN FEBRUARY

Catalina Tello, CNA was noticed for being responsible, caring and kind. She cares for her residents with

great attention and dedication

Jessica Streider, RN – goes out of her way each and every day. For her smile the residents call her “smiley”.

She also brought in a book for one of the residents because he will like it. She has a heart of gold.

Betty Sesay, CNA was noticed for her dedicated and consistent care

Solomon Nwokeforo, LPN always make sure that all medications are in in time. Before the blizzard he went

out and bought a sandwich for the resident who was worried that he will run out of food.

The week-end staff: Grace Nwankwo – LPN, Maria Fernandez – CNA were noticed for being courteous and

helpful.

Thank you for serving with diligence and dedication!

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MORE FUN IN FEBRUARY!

Frances & Denise at Mimi’s Café Howard at Mimi’s

The ladies got facials!

Nothing like a Puppy in your lap! Listening to music

S M I L E S

Administration

Administrator, Zoie Nikov

Assistant Administrator, Andrew Heishman

Human Resources Manager, Olga Klein

Business Office

Business Office Manager, Marie Chiaramonte

Facilities

Housekeeping Director, Fares Iglesias

Maintenance Director, Siroos Abdollahi

Nursing

Director of Nursing, Phyllis Harris

Assistant Director of Nursing, Johanna Espinales

Nurse Managers, Peggy Hojnacki& Kathleen Sandler

Evening Nurse Supervisors,Charlotte Nkepnang & Chuck Wyson

Night Nurse Supervisors, Anne Daly & Leticia Duah

Weekend Nurse Supervisor, Laura McLaughlin & Kelly Schnebelen

Wound Care Nurse, Amanda Hasuly

Admissions

Director of Admissions, Sarah Garner

Admissions Coordinator, Rachel Williams

Dining Services

Dietician, Melissa Meyer

Director of Dietary Services, Michelle Board

Dietary Supervisor, Noochnart Jones

Medical Services

Medical Director, Dr. Jay Rana

Physician, Drs. Ayele & Behiri

Social Services

Director of Social Services, Chandis Parris

Assistant Dir. Social Services, Alexis Chism

Recreation, Activities & Volunteers

Director of Activities, Barbara Eastman

Activities Assistants, Camryn Burton &

Jennifer Beach