The MRMC Board of Commissioners held a brief monthly meeting on Monday, August 22, 2011.
Chris Comer, Chief Financial Officer, gave an overview of July finances: July closed with a monthly EBIDA loss of $171,816, and a year to date EBIDA gain of $108,520. There were 136 inpatient admissions during the month.
In Medical Staff news, the Board reappointment Dr. John Alexander Jr to another two year term on the Medical Staff with Family Medicine privileges.
The Board adjourned into a Strategic Planning session. The finalized three-year plan will be brought to the September meeting for final Board approval.
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Monday, August 8, 2011
Board of Commissioners - August 8, 2011
The MRMC Board of Commissioners met at noon on August 8th to hear reports for the July reporting period:
Dr. Mark Mingle, UAMS/AHEC Director, presented the Board with an overview of the current process of evaluating potential communities for the Rural Training Track Residency program. Dr. Mingle stressed that a decision has not been made yet and data is still being reviewed in the decision making process.
Julia Whitehead, Executive Director of the MRMC Foundation, reported to the Board that plans are being made for a walking track/wellness area in the old city park area. Funding will come from grants, private donations, and hospital contribution. The area will include a walking track, equipment for fitness stations, as well as limited playground equipment.
Karen Weido, Marketing Director, presented an overview from the Community Advisory Board's July meeting. The meeting included an overview of Home Health Services, Campus Growth Idea, Medical Assistance Program, and the MRMC Collections policy.
Darrell Chatelain, Chief Support Officer, reported that a usage survey shows that the new facility uses more gas and electricity than the former facility. Steps are being taken to reduce usage and make the facility run more efficiently.
Margaret West, Chief Executive Officer, presented recommendations for a new Obstetrical Clinic staff by two employed physicians. The Board approved the creation of the new clinic.
Darrell Chatelain reported that a contract is being evaluated to upgrade our current 40-slice CT machine with a new 128-slice machine.
Molly Burns, MRMC Foundation Chairman, reported that the "Stars of Arkansas" final total raised was $57,026
Dr. Mark Mingle, UAMS/AHEC Director, presented the Board with an overview of the current process of evaluating potential communities for the Rural Training Track Residency program. Dr. Mingle stressed that a decision has not been made yet and data is still being reviewed in the decision making process.
Julia Whitehead, Executive Director of the MRMC Foundation, reported to the Board that plans are being made for a walking track/wellness area in the old city park area. Funding will come from grants, private donations, and hospital contribution. The area will include a walking track, equipment for fitness stations, as well as limited playground equipment.
Karen Weido, Marketing Director, presented an overview from the Community Advisory Board's July meeting. The meeting included an overview of Home Health Services, Campus Growth Idea, Medical Assistance Program, and the MRMC Collections policy.
Darrell Chatelain, Chief Support Officer, reported that a usage survey shows that the new facility uses more gas and electricity than the former facility. Steps are being taken to reduce usage and make the facility run more efficiently.
Margaret West, Chief Executive Officer, presented recommendations for a new Obstetrical Clinic staff by two employed physicians. The Board approved the creation of the new clinic.
Darrell Chatelain reported that a contract is being evaluated to upgrade our current 40-slice CT machine with a new 128-slice machine.
Molly Burns, MRMC Foundation Chairman, reported that the "Stars of Arkansas" final total raised was $57,026
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Ammons Named Child Passenger Safety Technician
Mitzi Ammons has recently completed the requirements necessary to be certified as a Child Passenger Safety (CPS) Technician. In completing the program, Ammons studied a curriculum developed by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and guided by the National Child Passenger Safety Board.
During the training program, Ammons received extensive training in crash dynamics, injury prevention strategies, child restraint selection and installation, and vehicle occupant protection. CPS Technicians conduct education and hands-on assistance to parents and caregivers regarding the proper use of child restraint systems and seat belts.
Ammons is a Registered Nurse who has worked at MRMC for 25 years. She is currently the Labor & Delivery Department Director. She gladly accepts appointments to provide a personal child safety seat assessment. To make an appointment, contact Mitzi at 235-3532.
Monday, July 18, 2011
Employee of the Month–July
Congratulations to Sandra Gantt, July Employee of the Month
Sandra has worked at MRMC over 30 years. She works in the Environmental Services department.
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
Board of Commissioners - June 27, 2011
The MRMC Board of Commissioners met June 27, 2011 at noon in the MRMC Board Room.
Financial Report
May showed an EBIDA loss of $145,349, and a year to date EBIDA gain of $351,459. There were 136 admissions during the month of May.
Old Business
Margaret West presented two options for expanding the campus to house the Magnolia Medical Clinic and Magnolia Surgical Clinic. Option A includes the purchase and remodel of a clinic located on Columbia Street, plus the remodel of the current Magnolia Medical Clinic. Option B is to build a free standing building on the hospital property to house both clinics. The discussion was tabled with Dr. Jason Franks requested that an Option C be investigated. Option C would be to add on to the existing Emergency Department to create a clinic.
Margaret West presented two options to begin implementation of a Hospitalists program. Option A, an agreement with HCC, was determined to be too expensive. Option B, a hybrid program with a day time hospitalist also serving as the Rural Health director, was adopted by the Board.
Margaret West updated the Board on recent meetings regarding the South Arkansas AHEC program. She will keep the Board updated as developments unfold.
New Business
Margaret West informed the Board of a wellness program that MRMC is adopting for the employees.
Foundation Report
Molly Burns, Foundation Chair, thanked everyone involved in making the Stars of Arkansas fundraiser a success. The event raised $55,000 for the Foundation.
Medical Staff Report
The following practitioners were granted reappointment to the Medical Staff: Moises Menendez MD, Jack Royal MD, Jo Ann Clark APN, and Neeta Vargo MD. The following practitioners were granted initial appointments to the Medical Staff: Michael Diamond MD, Clifford Ball MD, and Karl Wagenhauser MD.
The July Board meeting will be held August 8, 2011 at noon.
Financial Report
May showed an EBIDA loss of $145,349, and a year to date EBIDA gain of $351,459. There were 136 admissions during the month of May.
Old Business
Margaret West presented two options for expanding the campus to house the Magnolia Medical Clinic and Magnolia Surgical Clinic. Option A includes the purchase and remodel of a clinic located on Columbia Street, plus the remodel of the current Magnolia Medical Clinic. Option B is to build a free standing building on the hospital property to house both clinics. The discussion was tabled with Dr. Jason Franks requested that an Option C be investigated. Option C would be to add on to the existing Emergency Department to create a clinic.
Margaret West presented two options to begin implementation of a Hospitalists program. Option A, an agreement with HCC, was determined to be too expensive. Option B, a hybrid program with a day time hospitalist also serving as the Rural Health director, was adopted by the Board.
Margaret West updated the Board on recent meetings regarding the South Arkansas AHEC program. She will keep the Board updated as developments unfold.
New Business
Margaret West informed the Board of a wellness program that MRMC is adopting for the employees.
Foundation Report
Molly Burns, Foundation Chair, thanked everyone involved in making the Stars of Arkansas fundraiser a success. The event raised $55,000 for the Foundation.
Medical Staff Report
The following practitioners were granted reappointment to the Medical Staff: Moises Menendez MD, Jack Royal MD, Jo Ann Clark APN, and Neeta Vargo MD. The following practitioners were granted initial appointments to the Medical Staff: Michael Diamond MD, Clifford Ball MD, and Karl Wagenhauser MD.
The July Board meeting will be held August 8, 2011 at noon.
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
MRMC Employees Receive Awards
The Magnolia Regional Medical Center held it's annual Service Awards Banquet on Friday, February 18, 2011. Awards were given to those that completed years of service in 2010, and the 2010 Employee of the Year was announced.
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| Debbie Wilson was named Employee of the Year |
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| 10 Years of Service: Dee Rogers & Linda Elledge not pictured are Rene Folse, Shawnee Hicks, and Alee Murphy |
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| 15 Years of Service: Bubba Pearce, Becky Ainsworth, Shari Dees & Paula Manness not pictured is Doris Sharp |
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| 20 Years of Service: Susan Wright not pictured are Lois Franklin, Robin Hennessy, and Rita Phillips |
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| 25 Years of Service: Anita Morden & Mitzi Ammons not picture is Brenda Gates |
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| 30 Years of Service: Joycelyn Watkins, Sandra Gantt, Betty Cole & Linda Jackson |
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| 40 Years of Service: Dorothia Brown |
Monday, January 24, 2011
Board of Commissioners, January 24, 2011
The Magnolia Regional Medical Center Board of Commissioners met Monday, January 24, 2011 at noon and heard reports from the MRMC Leadership Team.
Financial
For December, the EBIDA showed a net gain of $17,657, and a year to date gain of $68,678. There were 158 inpatient admissions for the month.
Old Business
Information has been submitted for a feasibility study for a full time Hospitalists program.
The hospital has selected Edward Jones for the new employee retirement plan. The plan should go into effect on March 1st.
An overview was given on the newly formed Community Advisory Board. Applications are still being accepted for membership and the first meeting will be in April.
New Business
A new committee structure was presented. This new structure will streamline the reporting process for the various departments in the hospital.
The Board passed a resolution to support MRMC's participation in the Statewide Trauma System.
Performance Improvement data was presented and shows that the hospital ranks high in all reporting measures.
The 2011 Environment of Care plan was approved.
Jason Franks was elected as the new secretary for the Board.
A special thanks to Harriett Franks. She raised $40,000 for artwork for the new facility.
Financial
For December, the EBIDA showed a net gain of $17,657, and a year to date gain of $68,678. There were 158 inpatient admissions for the month.
Old Business
Information has been submitted for a feasibility study for a full time Hospitalists program.
The hospital has selected Edward Jones for the new employee retirement plan. The plan should go into effect on March 1st.
An overview was given on the newly formed Community Advisory Board. Applications are still being accepted for membership and the first meeting will be in April.
New Business
A new committee structure was presented. This new structure will streamline the reporting process for the various departments in the hospital.
The Board passed a resolution to support MRMC's participation in the Statewide Trauma System.
Performance Improvement data was presented and shows that the hospital ranks high in all reporting measures.
The 2011 Environment of Care plan was approved.
Jason Franks was elected as the new secretary for the Board.
A special thanks to Harriett Franks. She raised $40,000 for artwork for the new facility.
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