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Good-bye 2021
Hello 2022
Her Faith Was Her
Heier Education Strength
Building Leadership
RESIDENT OF THE MONTH
GCMC Retires Two PLUS:
Over 60 years of combined employment CURRENT JOB OPENINGS
STAFF MILESTONES
Spotlighted
Departmental Recognitions
JANUARY AWARENESS
WHAT’S INSIDE
1 MESSAGE FROM CEO
2 OUR PROVIDERS
3 BOARD OF TRUSTEES
As we closeout 2021, we are looking
forward to all that 2022 will bring to 4-5 LEADERSHIP GRADUATE
GCMC. We have an exciting year
ahead of us! GCMC has partnered 6 SPOTLIGHT SERVICE
GovernWell to assist us in refreshing
our organization’s Mission, Vision
and Values, as we strive to enhance
7 QUALITY CORNER
the experience of healthcare delivery
in Gove County. Our Mission, Vision 8 AWARENESS MONTH
and Values will be designed to reflect
the ideals of our community and drive 9 RESIDENT OF THE MONTH
us to adapt to the ever-changing
landscape of healthcare services. 10-11 HUMAN RESOURCES
With our Mission, Vision and Values
setting the stage for our future 12 HONORING RETIREES
actions, we will be developing and
implementing new strategic priorities,
largely aimed improving patient
13 DEPARTMENTAL RECOGNITIONS
safety, patient experience, caregiver
satisfaction and access to needed 14 PUBLIC THANK YOU
healthcare services in our community.
Moving forward, our strategic plan 15 CALENDAR
will assist us in accelerating the
positive impact of healthcare in Gove
County. We are excited for 2022 and
for the promising future of Gove
County Medical Center!
Conner Fiscarelli, CEO
Gove County Medical Center
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Michael E. Machen, M.D. Douglas J. Gruenbacher, M.D. Shelly L. Gruenbacher, M.D.
Anna Rempel, M.D. Scott Rempel, M.D. Glenda Wheeler, APRN-BC
General Surgery Cardiology General Surgery Cardiology Plastic Surgery
Dr. Schultz, MD Dr. Hagley, MD Dr. Gabel, DO Dr. Wagle, MD Dr. Potter, DO
Podiatry Orthopedics Diabetic/Dietitian/ Pain Management Pain Management
Dr. Hinze, DPM Dr. Harbin, MD Nutrition Brad Wertz, Gary Hembd,
Janette Burbach, CRNA CRNA
MS RD CDE
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2 MEDICAL CENTER
GOVE COUNTY
Quote of the Month
Provided by Joyce Adams, Risk Manager
“If you focus on the hurt, you will
continue to suffer. If you focus on the
lesson, you will continue to grow.”
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NOVEMBER STATS
Acute Care Dietary (Meals)
Inpatients: 26 Inpatient: 461
Outpatients: 1312 LTC: 2680
Swing bed: 10 ILA: 342
Newborns: 2 Employees: 1485
LTC Residents: 35
Erica Nicholson Dave Polifka
ILA Apartment Tenants: 8
Chairperson Vice-Chairperson
Laundry Washed: 12,715
MISSION STATEMENT
Gove County Medical Center is
committed to providing
exceptional healthcare services
delivered in a spirit of
compassionate care.
VISION STATEMENT
Gove County Medical Center
will be a prominent
healthcare provider
in Northwest Kansas
offering services which
Cheryl Remington Terry Ostmeyer encompass the complete life cycle
Treasurer Secretary of our patients, residents
and their loved ones.
GCMC’s Board of
THE 4 AGREEMENTS
Trustees is a leadership ~ Be impeccable with your words.
team that is comprised ~ Don’t take anything personally.
~ Don’t make assumptions.
of a diverse group of ~ Always do your best.
individuals passionate CORE VALUES
about providing access Respect
Compassion
to healthcare regardless Quality Healthcare
Innovation
of the challenges that Accountability
come with rural Community
Deb Aton hospitals.
Member
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The Future Leaders of Kansas
he Kansas Hospital Association
Leadership Institute graduated its
19th class of 26 students on Nov.
18 at the KHA Rural Health Symposium in
Wichita, Kansas. Students were nominated
by their hospital's CEO to be part of this
select group. They represent the future
leaders of Kansas hospitals. Megan Heier
was nominated by CEO Conner Fiscarelli.
“We are proud of Megan’s drive to become a
future leader at Gove County Medical Center
and in Kansas,” Fiscarelli said.
Helping to build future health care leaders is
important to the Kansas Hospital
Association. “We are committed to
strengthening and promoting the leadership
capacity of hospital employees in Kansas,”
said Chad Austin, president and CEO,
Kansas Hospital Association. The KHA
Leadership Institute was established to help
hospitals provide professional development
opportunities that accentuate the personal
skills and abilities needed to facilitate
positive change and innovation in Kansas
hospitals.
The 2021 Leadership Institute class was
diverse. They represented a wide geographic
distribution of hospitals from Hoxie to
Lawrence and Neodesha to Elkhart – there
was representation from all parts of the state.
Students had been working in health care for
as little as two years to more than 20 years.
Several students have been in management
positions while others were new managers.
Some students also supervise other staff,
from a few to more than 50 employees.
“We are proud of Megan’s drive to become a future
leader at Gove County Medical Center and in Kansas.” It is important to note that the students
GCMC CEO Conner Fiscarelli nominated to participate in this program were
not selected because they needed to learn
"management skills."
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“I have identified a goal of becoming a
department manager. I want to
continue to take steps to further myself
in this business and to create more
opportunities of success for myself and
GCMC.”
hey were nominated because their CEO recognized
their potential to be future leaders and wanted to
help cultivate that development. Each one of these
students made a personal and professional commitment
to expand their skills by attending all six courses of the
Leadership Institute.
The curriculum was structured to enhance each student's
leadership abilities. Course #1 focused on explaining the
difference between leadership and management,
identifying organizational values and creating a positive
organizational climate. Course #2 focused on enhancing
communication skills and grassroots advocacy. Course
#3 focused on team building - including how to lead a
team and how to be part of a team. Course # 4 examined
conflict and conflict management. Course #5 was at the
KHA Rural Health Symposium. Students learned about
the challenges facing rural health care.
The Kansas Hospital Association is a voluntary, non-
profit organization existing to be the leading advocate
and resource for members. KHA membership includes
251 member facilities, of which 123 are full-service,
community hospitals. Founded in 1910, KHA’s vision
is: “Optimal Health for Kansans.”
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6 GOVE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
Quality Corner
You Can’t Fake Quality
Each month we will spotlight a different department and what they are
striving to improve upon in their department.
LONG TERM CARE:
Weekly Skin Assessments
Fall Protocol-6 areas
Abnormal Blood Pressures
Restorative: Ambulation done as PT ordered
Current Mobility Sheets on Residents’
Closets
Social Services Oral Exams on New & Existing Residents
Activities: Activities Started on Time
Spontaneous Activities
“Quality performance starts with a positive
attitude .”
-JEFFREY GITOMER
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Thyroid Awareness Month
What is the Thyroid and What is its Function?
According to the American The cause is “Women are 5-8 times more likely than
Thyroid Association unknown.
approximately 20 million Cardiovascular men to experience thyroid problems.”
diseases,
Americans have some form of thyroid osteoporosis and infertility are Underactive thyroid: Fatigue /
cancer. It is important to discuss, serious conditions that can occur if sluggishness (mental and physical),
because 60% of those with thyroid thyroid disease goes undiagnosed. Cold intolerance, Constipation, Hair
disease are unaware of their condition. Pregnant women should be loss, Weight gain, and Depression.
diagnosed and treated. Risks
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped include miscarriage, preterm Signs of Thyroid Nodules/Cancer
endocrine gland located in the lower delivery and severe developmental
front of the neck. The role of the problems in their children. Unusual lump/swelling in the neck.
thyroid is to make thyroid hormones. Most thyroid diseases are life-long New cough, hoarseness, swollen
and can be managed with proper glands and a new persistent cough.
These hormones are secreted into the
blood and then carried throughout the medical attention.
Thyroid nodules are very common There are blood tests used to measure
body. The Thyroid controls the body’s thyroid hormones but not all are useful
and are present in 60-70% of
metabolism, increases heart rate and middle-aged women. in all situations. There are a variety of
affects how fast things move through other ways to diagnose and treat
Most thyroid cancers respond to thyroid conditions. Those include
the body such as food, bone loss and treatment, but a small percentage ultrasound, biopsies, hormone therapy,
sugar. It is thought to be the most can be very aggressive. and radiation oncology and many more.
important endocrine organ.
Early Warning Signs When talking to your doctor be honest
Thyroid Facts
and upfront, and write down your
Overactive thyroid: Racing heart
Women are 5-8 times more likely questions and concerns. There is no
rate, Palpitations, Anxiety,
than men to experience thyroid question that is too small. Your doctor
Insomnia, Nervousness, Weight
problems. is there to answer all your questions
loss with increased appetite,
1 in 8 women will develop a thyroid and make you feel confident and
Excessive sweating/heat
disorder in her lifetime. comfortable with care you will receive.
intolerance, and Muscle weakness.
GOVE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
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“Maxine learned early on that
Resident of the Month when life got tough, her faith
Maxine Marie Zerr would help her through it.”
Maxine Marie (Bechard) Zerr was born on the family
farm outside of Grinnell, KS on Christmas day in the
year 1928. She was the fifth of nine children born to
Felix and Clarene (Gagnon) Bechard. Maxine
attended elementary school in Grinnell and high
school in Grainfield where she graduated in 1947.
During high school Maxine met her future husband,
Leonard Zerr. They courted through his tour of duty
in the Army during World War II, sending many
letters to each other. A few months after Leonard
returned, they were married on October 7, 1947.
They recently celebrated 74 years of marriage! They
were blessed with 7 children; 2 daughters and 5 sons.
And now, their 13 grandchildren and 19 great
grandchildren are a source of much pride and joy.
Maxine loved caring for her home and growing
family. She also had many chores outside of the
home that included raising chickens for eggs and
meat in addition to caring for milk cows that
provided her family with fresh milk, cream and
butter. She loved to prepare “made from scratch”
meals for her family. Fried Chicken, mashed potatoes
and gravy was a Sunday dinner favorite and
homemade ice cream was always a special treat! She
worked hard, but also found time to relax with her
hobbies which included sewing, quilting, crocheting,
knitting, ceramics and many other crafts. Her family
cherishes all of her special handmade gifts. Her and
Leonard spent many Saturday nights going with
friends to dances in the area for fun. Attending
church at Sacred Heart Parish in Park was always a
family priority. Maxine learned early on that when
life got tough, her faith would help her through it.
In 1983 her and Leonard “retired” from farm life and
moved to Quinter. The two traveled across America
for several years in their motor home and even spent
many winters enjoying the warmth of Arizona.
Maxine joined the wonderful LTC
family in April of 2021.
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THE PULSE—JANUARY 2022 ISSUEMeet our newest team members and welcome them to Gove County Medical Center
SERVICES AT GCMC
Bone Density
Barb Herrman
Cancer Therapy
Position: Acute Care RN (Cancer
Start Date: 12-15-21 Rehabilitation)
Barb currently works at the Hutchinson Cardiac Rehabilitation
Regional Medical Center. She is originally Cardiology
from Hays and took a PRN position at
GCMC because she wanted to continue Complete Decongestive
working in Hutchinson but wanted a Therapy (CDT)
hometown feel in Quinter. CT Scan
Diabetic & Nutrition
Direct Access Testing
Dry Needling
Laboratory
Lindsay Hager
Lymphedema Therapy
Position: Radiology Technologist Mammograms
Start Date: 12-6-21 MRI
Lindsay formerly worked at Goodland Obstetrics
Regional Medical Center. She took time Occupational Therapy
off due to the recent birth of a child. She
currently lives in Colby but hopes to find a Orthopedics
place closer to Quinter. She came to Pain Management
GCMC because she heard great things
about the hospital.
Physical Therapy
Plastic Surgery
Podiatry
Radiology
Respiratory Care
Selena Gorsky Sleep Study
Position: Acute Care CNA
Sonography
Speech Therapy
Start Date: 12-27-21
Surgery
Selena currently works full-time at Swing Bed
Bluestem Medical Clinic and formerly
worked at GCMC. She came back to the Telemedicine
hospital in a PRN position because she Therapy Pool (Aquatic
loves the people and the patients. She is
currently studying to be an EMT. Therapy)
Ultrasound
Women's Health
Wound Care
X-Ray
GOVE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
10EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
NEW COMPETITIVE WAGES!
WHAT INSPIRES YOU?
ADMINISTRATION
Social Worker - FT Jackie was inspired to be a nurse from
the day she was a child as she watched
LONG TERM CARE
her mother being cared for in the
RN or LPN - PT Evenings, PRN Evenings Nights
hospital. She never forgot what inspired
Registered Nurse or LPN - FT Days
CNA - FT, PT, PRN Evenings, Nights her and what continues to influence her
job choices.
HOUSEKEEPING Start Inspiring Others Today Apply at
Housekeeper - FT Days, PT Evenings
www.gcmc.org
LAUNDRY January Anniversaries January Birthdays
Laundry Aide - FT
26 YEARS Barb Herrman 1-2
Liz McDonald Kynzie Rubio 1-2
24 YEARS
ACUTE CARE Liz McDonald 1-6
Sheree Flax
Director of Nursing - FT 20 YEARS Sydney Sulzman 1-9
Registered Nurse or LPN IV-Certified - FT Nights Myra Howard Renee Wagoner 1-10
CNA - FT Days 10 YEARS Amber Yingling 1-11
Brad Mullins Erin Maley 1-11
Discharge Planner - FT Days 7 YEARS
Utilization Review Coordinator - FT Days Cindy Knouf 1-12
Mary Zerr
6 YEARS Shawn Shepard 1-12
OPERATING ROOM Bill Bright Tara Thornburg 1-12
Outpatient Clinic/Circulating (OR) RN - FT Aubrey Roesch Katie Chrisler 1-15
3 YEARS Laurie Allen 1-23
Operating Room (OR) Coordinator - FT
Jenna Cunningham Emma Eilert 1-24
2 YEARS
DIETARY Katie Chrisler
Myra Howard 1-24
Dietary Aide - FT, PT, PRN Julie Sanders Pam Lindsay 1-26
Cook - FT, PT, PRN
DAYCARE
GCMC is an equal opportunity employer
Lead Teacher - FT and offers competitive wages and an
excellent benefit package. Applications
RADIOLOGY are available online at www.gcmc.org or
Ultrasound Technologist - PT through Human Resources at Gove
County Medical Center; 520 W 5th Street;
Quinter, KS 67752
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Computer Specialist - FT
11 THE PULSE—JANUARY 2022 ISSUEGove County Medical Center would like to thank and honor the following employees for their years of service. These
two employees have a combined work time at GCMC spanning more than 60 years. They will leave a tremendous void
and large shoes to fill. We wish you two an enjoyable retirement and know that your GCMC family will miss you and
we thank you for everything you contributed to quality healthcare.
Joyce Adams has been employed with Gove
County Medical Center for 40 years. During
that time she has worked 26 years in the
Business Office, 18 years of which she served as
the Business Office Manager. In 2008, Joyce
became the Director of Risk Management, a
position she has held up to her retirement.
Joyce your infectious laugh and your jokes will
be missed. Enjoy your retirement.
Myra Howard has been employed with Gove
County Medical Center for 22 years although
she left and came back. During her 22 years of
service she worked 16 years in Housekeeping,
and 6 years in Laundry from which she will
retire from. Myra we have enjoyed working
with you and will miss your fun personality. We
wish you nothing but happiness as you enter
this new chapter in your life.
GOVE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER 12During the month of January we want to recognize the employees from Social Services, Activities,
Transportation and Hospital Swing Bed. Thank you to each employee from these departments for your
dedication and service to our patients and residents at GCMC. You are truly appreciated and we recognize you.
Social Services Ivy Char les middle, Cr ystal Richar ds
far right
Activities Mar y Kr eutzer far left, Cr ystal Richar ds
far right
Transportation Left to r ight Mar y Kr eutzer , Ivy
Charles, Crystal Richards. Not pictured Denise
Wittman, Joyce Sneath, Stan Ostmeyer, Max
Nicholson, Renee Horton
Hospital Swing Bed Left to r ight
Carol Zahn, Dee Foster
13 THE PULSE—JANUARY 2022 ISSUEPUBLIC THANK YOU FROM MINISTERIAL ALLIANCE
To all of the generous employees
at GCMC:
On behalf of the Gove County
Food Pantry, thank you all from
the bottom of our hearts for
your generosity during the
Christmas Food Drive held
during “The COVID That Stole
Christmas”. Words alone cannot
begin to express the gratitude we
feel for your kindness. What an
abundance of food! When we
held our December distribution
on 12-18-21, many of our clients
were amazed at all the
wonderful, delicious items they
were able to take home. God’s
many blessings on all of you for
bringing food, and to the
Christmas Committee for
organizing this event. Happy
2022!
Sincerely,
The Gove County
Ministerial Alliance
GOVE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER 141
Happy
New Year!
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PFAC 4:30 Admin Mtg Diabetic Clinic Southwind
11am Surgical
Dr. Schultz
Mammograms
DM Mtg 3pm
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Cardiology Admin Mtg NW KS Surgical Ortho Clinic
Clinic 11am Dr. Gabel Dr. Harbin
Dr. Hagley Active Threat
Training 2pm
Nursing Mtg
4pm
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QEC Day Diabetic Clinic High Plains BOT Mtg 8am
7:30am Podiatry
Dr. Hinze
Admin Mtg
11Am Recognition
Mtg 2pm
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Cardiology
30 Clinic Dr. Admin Mtg NW KS LTC Staff Mtg
Wagle 11am Surgical 3:30pm
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Dr. Gabel
DM Mtg 1pm
CPR 8am
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