The State of Illinois is sponsoring a community Drive-Through & Walk-Up COVID testing site in Mendota at 1901 Tom Merwin Drive this weekend, Saturday September 26th and Sunday September 27th from 9am - 5pm.
Happy Surgical Technologists Week to all of the surgical technologists at IVCH!
The IVCH Milk Depot received approximately 800 ounces to pass on to the milk bank!
IVCH Infection Control Nurse, Janine Sobin, sat down to talk about some updated COVID FAQs.
The IVCH COVID hotline's hours are 9am – 5 pm on weekdays and 10am – 4 pm weekends. Hotline number: 1-815-780-3425
To look for a testing site check here -> https://www.dph.illinois.gov/testing
Tara Salsman is the Office Manager for Illinois Valley Orthopedics. She was nominated for the Employee of the Month by Cathy Renk, PA-C. Cathy writes, “Tara hit the ground running when she came back to be our office manager. She implemented our office to Athena EMR in order to save the hospital a significant amount of money. She spent countless hours at home, on her own time on nights and weekends, building the Athena template so it was orthopedic friendly and specific to our practice needs. She helped to train our staff and all the providers so that when we went live there were few problems. When we went live, she was right in the thick of it with all of us, helping us to get thru the first weeks of seeing patients in the office. When Tara returned to our practice, she literally saved us. I can’t imagine where our practice would be if it weren’t for Tara Salsman.”
IVCH Nurses Julie Repsel and Mary Milashoski are featured in the Huey Lewis & The News music video for "I Am There For You" that features essential workers from around the country.
Huey Lewis & The News
August 19 at 8:51 AM ·
We are lucky and proud to have such wonderful fans, many of whom are frontline workers themselves, to highlight the courage, compassion, and sacrifices we are so grateful for. - Huey
"I Am There For You" - official video
Get the album "Weather"
- On CD or vinyl at https://go.bandstofans.com/HLN-store
- Download or stream at https://hueylewisandthenews.lnk.to/weather
Lori Komater is the October Employee of the Month at IVCH!
Lori Komater is a nurse on the Medical/Surgical units at Illinois Valley Community Hospital. She was nominated for the Employee of the Month Award by Brittnay Chipman, unit clerk. According to Chipman, “Lori is one of the best team players med/surg has. She goes above and beyond to make sure her job is completed well. I know that when she is there, I will ALWAYS have help no matter what. It doesn’t matter if the patient I am working with is assigned to her or not, if I need help, she helps! She is incredibly caring for all of her coworkers and patients. Lori is a blessing and we are lucky to have her!”
Our website is experiencing some issues right now – please call the hospital at 815-223-3300 to be directed to the proper department for payments, appointments, and other questions you might have. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Congratulations to Dr. Connor Kasik, IVCH orthopedic surgeon, who co-authored an article about bone marrow edema published in the October 15th edition of the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Kasik wrote the article with three former colleagues at Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, PA, which is where he completed a sports medicine fellowship following his graduation from medical school and before coming to IVCH two years ago.
IVCH is having a drive thru flu clinic on this Thursday, October 29th from 3:00 5:30pm! Register here - > https://buff.ly/2Tosgys
IVCH is hosting a blood drive on Monday, November 9th from 10am - 3pm at the IVCH 6th Street Building located at 1305 6th Street in Peru. All donors will earn a Gift Card or a long-sleeved t-shirt! A light lunch will be provided. Appointments and masks are required. You can schedule an appointment here:
https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/87482
IVCH is hosting a blood drive next Monday, November 9th from 10am - 3pm at the IVCH 6th Street Building located at 1305 6th Street in Peru. All donors will earn a Gift Card or a long-sleeved t-shirt! A light lunch will be provided. Appointments and masks are required. You can schedule an appointment here:
https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/87482
IVCH is hosting a blood drive on Monday, November 9th from 10am - 3pm at the IVCH 6th Street Building located at 1305 6th Street in Peru. All donors will earn a Gift Card or a long-sleeved t-shirt! A light lunch will be provided. Appointments and masks are required. You can schedule an appointment here:
https://login.bloodcenter.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/87482
It is Perioperative Nurses Week! Thank you to the awesome perioperative nurses at IVCH!
IVCH is hosting a blood drive TOMORROW Monday, November 9th from 10am - 3pm at the IVCH 6th Street Building located at 1305 6th Street in Peru. All donors will earn a Gift Card or a long-sleeved t-shirt! A light lunch will be provided. Appointments and masks are required. You can schedule an appointment here:
https://buff.ly/37yCJQm
IVCH Care Today attached to the Peru YMCA will be closed tomorrow, November 26th but will re-open on Friday, November 27th!
IVCH Care Today attached to the Peru YMCA will be closed today, November 26th but will re-open tomorrow, Friday, November 27th!
Nursing is a rewarding and satisfying profession. The care of our patient is the most important priority that we have. The skill and compassion of the nurses at Illinois Valley Community Hospital play a vital role in the care of our patients. You are invited to become a part of our progressive and caring hospital. You are the future of nursing. Apply for the obstetrics registered nurse position at ivch.org or for more information call the Human Resources department at 815.780.3421
Thank you to the State Bank of Cherry for donating lunch from Verucchi's! We appreciate the delicious meals!
Dr. Michelle Vasquez IVCH Physician getting Covid-19 vaccine live!
Ashley Freitag RN receives a Covid-19 vaccine from ER manager Carolyn Clayton RN in the first round of vaccines for healthcare workers at IVCH.
IVCH Care Today attached to the Peru YMCA will be CLOSED Today, December 25th, Christmas Day but will reopen tomorrow, December 26th.
IVCH Care Today attached to the Peru YMCA will be OPEN on December 24th, Christmas Eve from 10am - 4pm and CLOSED on December 25th, Christmas Day.
Deacon Ray Fischer retires today after serving the pastoral needs of IVCH for over 14 years!
Pictured Rev. Diana Kurtz, pastoral care representative, Deacon Ray Fischer and Dawn Moutray, Director of IVCH Social Service.
Honoring our men and women behind the masks.. As COVID-19 impacted the country, Joe Skoflanc responded by using his expertise as a Respiratory Therapist to educate patients on minimizing risks of contracting the virus.
Honoring our men and women behind the masks.. As COVID-19 spread, Cindy Cadegiani put patient protection at the forefront and adjusted her routines to fit new protocols.
Honoring the men and women behind the masks.. As COVID-19 challenged ER teams, Mimi Borio’s strategy has been to stay positive and power through this new reality together.
Honoring our men and women behind the masks.. As COVID-19 spread, Dr. Sampat and his team made the adjustments needed to provide excellent care in a safe environment.
Honoring our men and women behind the masks.. Social Worker Jani Hurst brings dedication to her job. Thanks to people like her, patients can count on a safe and successful return home.
Honoring our men and women behind the masks.. As COVID-19 spread, Mindy McLane rose to the challenge to ensure patients received the testing and lab services they need quickly and efficiently.