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The following Pella Regional Health Center employees have recently gained professional certifications or scholarships in their area of expertise. They join a growing list of employees at Pella Regional who have increased their knowledge to improve the care of patients.
Laura Beyer, RN, BSN, Dialysis, was selected for the 2011 National Renal Administrators Association (NRAA) Maureen Michael Scholarship. Beyer was nominated by Board member/Advocacy Chair Marc Chow in recognition of her involvement in the Advocacy Committee and her desire to learn more about how to affect change for the dialysis industry. The scholarship covers the NRAA national conference participation in New Orleans, LA.
Jen Everly, CNA, Dialysis, received her certified hemodialysis technologist/technician. The certification exam covers five major areas—patient care, machine technology, water treatment, dialyzer reprocessing, education/personal development—of practice and tasks performed in the scope of hemodialysis technology.
Christa Gibbs, Medical Imaging, recently received her Registered Diagnostic Cardiac Sonographers (RDCS). Her other registries include Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer and Registered Vascular Technologist. There is a small percentage of sonographers that are tripled registered, and Pella Regional now has three.
Leisha Huyser, RN, Dialysis, received her certified dialysis nurse (CDN). This certification promotes patient safety and improves the quality of care provided to dialysis patients.
Leann Nunnikhoven, RN, Infusion Center, received her Certified Registered Nurse Infusion (CRNI). This certification promotes optimal health outcomes and the practice of a comprehensive, evidence-based infusion program.
Health
December 2, 2011
Recent Accomplishments at Pella Regional Health Center
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- How to prepare for the transition from child to decision-maker
- Living with a Loved One with Alzheimer’s Disease
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Supporting a Grieving Person Workshop Jan 15
6:30 - 8 p.m. in the lower level of the Comfort House at 505 Union
- Increasing Awareness and Understanding of Alzheimer’s Disease
- Top Ten Tips for a Healthy and Happy Holiday Season
- Free Alzheimer’s Education Session Dec. 5
- Pella Regional invites community to check up on their memory
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Hearthstone Healthy Aging Expo held
On Wednesday, Oct. 24, 55 older adults participated in the second annual Hearthstone Healthy Aging Expo held at Pella Manor. The ten expo vendors shared with attendees healthy aging tips for body, mind and spirit. Interactive wellness events included bone density screenings, arch support readings, blood sugar testing, blood pressure readings, flu shots, balance testing and massages. Based on evaluations, a majority of the attendees said based on what they learned at the Healthy Aging Expo, attendees will be making changes to improve their health.
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Nutrition for healthy aging
Our bodies today have different needs from 20 and even 10 years ago
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