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The Monument Health Clinic on North Avenue hosted a diaper drive for Diaper Need Awareness Week, Sept. 21-27, benefitting the Northern Hills Diaper Bank in Spearfish. The clinic gathered multiple boxes of diapers, helping our local community members in need.
Madison Radke, winner of this year's Breast Cancer Mural contest, has completed the mural in Art Alley. Madison and Monument Health invite you to commemorate your loved ones who have fought against breast cancer by writing a short message in the white space.
#breastcancerstrength
Caregivers from Rapid City Hospital Respiratory Care Department and SDSU Respiratory Care program spent last Friday afternoon with Feeding South Dakota distributing emergency food boxes. Thank you for giving back to our community!
Did you see the sign lit up pink last night? All this month, our diamonds logo on Rapid City Hospital will be lit up pink in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Four local organizations recently accepted $200 donations from Monument Health Lead-Deadwood Hospital. The funds were earned during the Kool Deadwood Nites parking fundraiser, an annual opportunity for Lead-Deadwood caregivers to give back to their community.
Top: Northern Hills CASA representative Kate Kelley with caregivers. Bottom left: Molle Palmer, Jane Crotty, Twin City Clothing representative Deb Eckhart and Sydney Kor. Bottom middle: Renee Bridenstine, Jamie Rogge, Millie Van Der Werff from Lead Senior Citizens Group and Sherry Essink. Bottom right: Caregivers with Ayesha Meer, Artemis House (Victims of Violence Intervention Program) Executive Director.
We have immediate openings for nursing support positions. If you've been thinking about a career in health care but aren't sure how to get started, this position is for you! Hear directly from our Caregivers about the position.
+ No certification or experience required
+ On-the-job training will be provided
+ Supportive work culture
We want you on our team! Apply here: https://bit.ly/34xZHDN
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Career Chat: Nursing Support
Good news for those who have COVID-19 symptoms and want to get tested. You can now schedule a test online. https://bit.ly/3iZRihQ
Preventive health care is essential during the pandemic. We have taken precautions to keep you safe. Schedule your mammogram today: https://bit.ly/3lF27HI
Help us name the new arena at The Monument! Submit your name idea at gotmine.com/namethearena for a chance to win bragging rights and a great ticket prize packet!
This week we recognize some of our heroes of health care. Thank you to our Central Sterilization Processing Techs for all you do!
Jerrid Geving, founder and President of Sacred Mountain Retreat (right), recently accepted a $200 donation from Monument Health Lead-Deadwood Hospital. The funds were earned during the Kool Deadwood Nites parking fundraiser, an annual opportunity for Lead-Deadwood caregivers to give back to their community.
In honor of National Physical Therapy Month, Spearfish Monument Health Orthopedics surprised their Spearfish Rehabilitation coworkers with breakfast.
Happy Physical Therapy Month to our physical therapy providers!
One in eight women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. Mammograms are the best weapon we have against breast cancer.
To the women in our lives, now more than ever we need your strength. Monument Health has safe and sanitary locations throughout the region to serve you. Talk to your doctor today about scheduling your mammogram and ask about Genius 3D Mammography.
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Model: Jessica, Breast Cancer Survivor
Our Spearfish lab team joined the Buffalo clinic team in Buffalo for COVID-19 testing. Teamwork!
Our Rapid City Clinic on Flormann Street experienced a water leak over the weekend which will result in appointment cancelations for the following specialties tomorrow: Internal Medicine, Weight Management, Infectious Disease, Rheumatology, Pulmonology, Endocrinology, Lab and Imaging. All patients with postponed appointments should have received a phone call this evening. We apologize for the inconvenience; we hope to be fully operational again very soon.
Monument Health Urgent Care Services in Sturgis is open seven days a week, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Our urgent care providers treat non-emergent issues with no appointment necessary. Walk-ins are always welcome! Call 605-720-2600 or visit www.monument.health/urgent for more information.
Our Spiritual Care Services team meets the needs of our patients, their families, our caregivers, physicians and those who come into our healing environments throughout the year. This week we celebrate them and thank them for their service.
(This group photo was taken before COVID-19 masking and social distancing requirements.)
With you every breath of the way. As we celebrate Respiratory Care week, we want to say thank you to our respiratory care professionals. They are dedicated to improving the lung health of patients across our system.
Imaging caregivers participated in the Spearfish Homecoming Parade, encouraging women to schedule their mammograms. 1 in 8 women will develop breast cancer in their lives, and early detection is the best defense. Monument Health offers 3D mammography in Rapid City, Spearfish, Sturgis, Lead-Deadwood and Custer. Visit monument.health/weneedyou for more information.
Due to weather conditions, the Sturgis Drive Thru flu shot clinic, scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 24, will now be a walk-in clinic inside the Monument Health Sturgis Clinic. You may also make an appointment by calling 605-720-2600.
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Flu Shot Clinic
Congratulations to Michael Hoffman, winner of the DAISY Award at Monument Health Rapid City. https://bit.ly/35lWPdG
Due to increasing community transmission of COVID-19 in western South Dakota, Monument Health will return to its no-visitor policy at all hospitals and emergency departments beginning Monday, Nov. 2.
Some exceptions apply. Read the full policy here: https://monument.health/covid-19-south-dakota/visitor-policy-for-covid-19/
Preparing for the long-haul, Brad Haupt Vice President of Supply Chain, tells NBC Nightly News how Monument Health is strategically monitoring supplies to protect our physicians, caregivers and patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
See the whole story here: https://nbcnews.to/3mPTqv1
To all our Monument Health physicians and caregivers, thank you. You are essential.
Show your support to our caregivers and #MaskUpSoDak
To help keep patients with health care needs at home, Monument Health offers telemedicine appointments in our primary care, specialty clinics and therapy services. Patients can schedule a telemedicine visit by calling their provider. Click the link to learn more. https://monument.health/telemedicine-appointments/
As Respiratory Care week comes to an end, we want to again say thank you to our respiratory care professionals. They are dedicated to improving the lung health of patients across our system. Now more than ever, thank you.
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We love highlighting real patients and their results. Thank you Debbie!
“The Plastic Surgery team at Monument Health took excellent care of me before and after my surgery. Answered any questions and I would recommend them to anybody."
#MHPlastics #realwomenrealresults
Manager of Nurse Operations, LaToya Phillipe cares for COVID-19 patients on the frontlines at Rapid City Hospital. Listen to why she's masks up. #MaskUpSoDak
Thank you to our military veterans, including more than 250 Monument Health caregivers and a number of patients in our care each day. Your service, sacrifice and commitment to freedom define us as a nation and set an example for future generations.
NPs Moving Forward: Today. Tomorrow. Together.
We applaud Nurse Practitioners for their commitment to our patients and communities. Thank you for all that you do! #NPWeek #MonumentHealth
(Photos were taken before COVID-19 masking and social distancing requirements.)
Kaela Bachelor, CT Technologist in Custer is pictured with James Branner, one of the first patients to be scanned in the new Siemen’s CT scanner in Custer Hospital. The new scanner will decrease dose, decrease image time, improve image quality and will allow the Custer market to offer a greater variety of CT exams.
Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs masks up for his father and others. Who do you mask up for? #MaskUpSoDak
Since opening in 2007, our Hospice House in Rapid City has offered home-like amenities, care and comfort for patients and their families. Check out the virtual tour and see for yourself what the Hospice House has to offer.
Maggie Becker, M.D. masks up for her patients and her city. Research shows proper masking, social distancing and frequent hand washing can slow the spread of COVID-19. #MaskUpSoDak
South Dakota Department of Health is holding a COVID-19 Drive-Thru Mass Testing Event in Rapid City Nov. 20-22.
Click the link below to register.
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South Dakota Department of Health
November 13 at 7:14 PM ·
Drive-up appointments are being scheduled in Rapid City on November 20 - 22 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and on the 23rd from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
✅ Register online
🖨️ Print your voucher
🚙 Bring it to your assigned testing location
Anyone can register for this easy self-administered nasal swab test. It only takes a few minutes – results will be available within 3-5 days. Register at covid.sd.gov/testing.aspx
South Dakota Department of Health
November 13 at 7:14 PM ·
Drive-up appointments are being scheduled in Rapid City on November 20 - 22 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and on the 23rd from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm.
✅ Register online
🖨️ Print your voucher
🚙 Bring it to your assigned testing location
Anyone can register for this easy self-administered nasal swab test. It only takes a few minutes – results will be available within 3-5 days. Register at covid.sd.gov/testing.aspx
Rapid City Hospitalist, Bruce Eaton, M.D., FACP is on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic. He masks up for his elderly family members and to help keep community businesses open and thriving. #MaskUpSoDak
Congratulations to Monument Health RN Karli Shama, DAISY Award winner and a "rock star" in the opinion of her patient's family. “Not only has Karli done an amazing job caring for him, she has also made a point to learn all our names and has treated every one of us like we are her family." https://bit.ly/3lqzZZn
General Surgeon, Andrew VanOsdol, M.D. masks up because every life matters. #MaskUpSoDak
Thank you to our community heroes: So many of you have shown their appreciation by donating food to Monument Health for our caregivers and physicians. These gifts and the thoughts behind them are greatly appreciated!
To set up a food donation/delivery or for more information, contact Cory Ferguson, Community Relations Specialist, at cferguson6@monument.health or 605-646-5355. He'll make sure the donation gets put to good use.
We ask that you take any non-perishable food donations to your local food pantry.
If you are a restaurant, we ask that you consider donating coupons or discounts to health care professionals in this time of need. Please fill out the following form, and we will share the entries with our caregivers and physicians: https://forms.gle/ppcPRYnAD4MNyERP9
THANK YOU!
#ourcommunityheroes #thankyou #monumenthealth
Thank you, Gary Tuchman and AC360 for telling the story of our doctors, nurses, caregivers and patients. And thanks to everyone in the Rapid City COVID-19 unit for sharing their stories.
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Unable to do their usual volunteer service at this time, Rapid City Auxiliary volunteers Mary and Dave Mickley recently created a community group called Caring for the Caregivers, supporting us in a big way!
Mary worked as a nurse at Monument Health, and after retiring served as part of our Volunteer Nurse Corps for several years.
While spearheading Caring for the Caregivers Mary used social media to recruit other volunteers and cooking helpers, as well as gather donations. As a group, they have served over 300 meals to Rapid City Hospital caregivers.
Thank you Mary, Dave and all Caring for the Caregivers volunteers. We appreciate your service more than ever.
#monumenthealth #careingforthecaregivers
Sturgis residents, please watch the following video for directions to the drive-up COVID-19 testing site.
All tests require an appointment. If you are experiencing symptoms and would like a test, schedule through our website: https://bit.ly/3fhdELo
If your symptoms are severe or you need to speak to a nurse, please call the Nurse Triage Line at 605-755-1350 or 1-800-279-1466. They are available from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day.
The Festival of Trees in Sturgis is an annual fundraising event hosted by First Interstate Bank that benefits both Hospice, and the Greater Sturgis Area Fund. Monument Health Sturgis participates each year, and this year our tree can be found on display at the Loud American Roadhouse amongst many other trees and decorations. All items will be auctioned live through KBHB Radio Auction on Saturday, Nov. 28. The full list of entries can be viewed and bids placed online at http://sturgisfestivaloftrees.com
Dr. Preuss encourages you to wear a mask, maintain social distancing and wash your hands frequently. It allows businesses to remain open, children to attend school and physicians and caregivers to care for the community's needs. #MaskUpSoDak
Monument Health Belle Fourche caregivers collected over 8 boxes full of food including frozen turkeys, chicken and other items for the Belle Fourche Compassion Cupboard. Kudos to these caregivers on supporting their local community.
Monument Health wishes everyone a safe, healthy and happy Thanksgiving.
As you prepare your Thanksgiving meal today, consider these knife safety tips from Hand Surgeon Steven Maser, M.D., Medical Director of Monument Health’s Orthopedic & Specialty Hospital. Dr. Maser has seen many hand injuries, often caused by kitchen knives. #happythanksgiving
Thank you Healthy Nurse Healthy Nation for providing our nurses with hand cream and hand sanitizer. We are thankful for our partners who recognize the dedication and hard work of our caregivers!
This was our delivery at Monument Health Sturgis Hospital today!
Caregivers at Monument Health Flormann Clinic donated boxes of coats, hats, gloves and other items to the Winter Warmth Project sponsored by the American Red Cross. The donations collected will be given to veterans receiving treatment for PTSD at the Hot Springs VA.
The Lead-Deadwood Hospital and Clinic decorated a wreath, displayed by paramedic Gabrielle Schroder, for the Homestake Opera House Festival of Trees. This year's event will be an online auction. Click the link to bid on the wreath or other auction items. https://bit.ly/2JtRpGx.
Monument Health Belle Fourche caregivers volunteered their time and resources to help benefit the Annual Festival of Trees in Belle Fourche. The Belle Fourche Chamber of Commerce event raised over $40,000 for the community.
We need your help determining the winning name of the new arena at The Monument. Cast your vote here: www.gotmine.com/namethearena
*Voting Ends 5pm, December 11th. Winner to be announced December 17th.
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December 1 at 9:56 PM ·
🥁It's the moment we've all been waiting for🥁
After reviewing the nearly seven hundred name submissions for the new arena, four rose to the top. We need your help determining the winner.
Cast your vote today!*
www.gotmine.com/namethearena
*Voting Ends 5pm, December 11th. Winner to be announced December 17th.
Emergency Medicine physician Lee Bailey, M.D. asks for your support in masking up for our frontline caregivers. As a physician who continues to see COVID-19 patients entering the hospital he knows that masking up is one of the simplest ways to slow the spread of this disease. #MaskUpSoDak
It wasn't easy, but sculptor Dale Lamphere and the Monument Health Art Committee have narrowed the art submissions for the Community Tapestry project to 20 pieces. Thanks to the more than 100 artists who submitted. The selected artists are listed on the Monument Health website. https://bit.ly/39Fx63F
Volunteers surprised front-line caregivers and providers with homemade cookies, hot cocoa and coffee.
The cookies were baked, packaged and delivered by the Rapid City Hospital Volunteer Auxiliary.
The Custer Area Chamber of Commerce recognized the caregivers of Monument Health Custer Hospital as Marshals for this year’s Christmas Parade. Dr. Lisa Brown and husband, David Lee Brown, provided the parade transportation in their carriage, pulled by their draft horses. Caregivers on the carriage represented multiple departments and included Trish Annetts, Nancy Sueflow, Cindy Whitaker, Lori Burnham and Kaela Bachelor.
Monument Health is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This collaboration provides us with access to information, knowledge and expertise from Mayo Clinic.
These resources are also now available to the public via our new Mayo Clinic Health Information Library on our website. Check it out here: www.monument.health/mayoclinichealthlibrary
Monument Health Neurology and Rehabilitation is moving Monday, Dec. 21. Our new address will be 677 Cathedral Drive. For scheduling appointments or questions please call 605-755-4150.
Jaron Miner, D.O. in Custer masks up for his patients and his niece. Protecting friends and family who are at higher risk for severe COVID-19 is everyone's responsibility. #MaskUpSoDak
Caregivers in Monument Health's Progressive Care Unit gathered donations for the Hope Center, which provides services to community members in need of assistance.
They delivered clothing and winter wear for adults and children, as well as cleaning supplies, diapers and baby wipes.
Way to give back to the community!
Great sports programs need great sports equipment. We are happy to make this donation to Spearfish High School. https://bit.ly/34E3u3B
If your job is to fly through the air on, around, above or under an airborne motorcycle, you'd better be in peak condition. Monument Health Sports Performance Institute Powered by EXOS welcomes James Carter FMX, Freestyle Motocross rider, to its pro athlete roster. https://bit.ly/3ahKbk1
It is likely that you have heard claims about the COVID-19 vaccine on social media or from people in your life. The quick development and approval of a vaccine may increase your hesitancy about its safety or effectiveness. Let’s set the record straight on circulating myths about the COVID-19 vaccine. Read more here: https://bit.ly/3qYtoZ0
Monument Health is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This collaboration provides us with access to information, knowledge and expertise from Mayo Clinic.
As health care organizations begin distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, many questions are being asked about safety and efficacy. Dr. Andrew Badley, an infectious diseases physician at Mayo Clinic and head of Mayo Clinic’s COVID-19 Research Task Force, offers some insight. Read more here: https://bit.ly/2IMSKbc
Monument Health is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. This collaboration provides us with access to information, knowledge and expertise from Mayo Clinic.
Thank you Wilson Elementary students for your thoughtful cards and donations. They are greatly appreciated!
Rapid City Area Schools District
December 15 at 1:06 AM ·
Wilson Elementary students made thank you cards for the health care workers at Monument Health, and also asked for monetary donations to take them pizza and breadsticks one night and buy as many gift cards to coffee shops as they could.
They also took $125 worth of food to the ER, and 181 gift cards!
They donated 5 gift cards to their school nurse, 36 to the respiratory therapists, and 140 to the ER.
What an incredible gift from Wilson staff and students!
Emergency Medicine Physician Stephen Dick, M.D. was the first Monument Health caregiver to get the COVID-19 vaccine!
For more information about the vaccine visit: https://monument.health/covid-19-south-dakota/covid-19-vaccine/
We appreciate the inquiries about when the COVID-19 vaccine will be available. The South Dakota Department of Health is allocating the COVID-19 vaccine supplies statewide.
At this time, the state has assigned Sanford Health, Avera Health and Monument Health the task of storing the vaccine and administering it to the Phase 1A group of healthcare and long-term care workers in their areas. The DOH will also direct Monument Health in the distribution of vaccine in later phases.
State DOH is in charge of determining when other groups will receive the vaccine. The Department of Health has created this infographic that outlines the priority groups in Phase 1.
We recommend that independent health care providers, school officials, other professionals, and individual residents continue to pay attention to communications from the Department of Health and Monument Health for more information as it becomes available.
www.monument.health/covid-19-south-dakota/covid-19-vaccine/
If you're visiting an adult patient at Rapid City Hospital, please come to the new Fifth Street Entrance. There's plenty of parking, and screeners are standing by. Visiting hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
This month, our partners at Compass One held a coat drive, collecting coats, hats and scarves for those in need.
The donated items were placed on the presidents in down town Rapid City, making them readily accessible to those in need of warm clothes this time of year.
Great job, Compass One! Way to give back during this holiday season.
Beth Ulvestad, Patient Activities representative in the Lead-Deadwood Hospital, made floral arrangements for all of the hospital's current inpatients to celebrate the holiday season.
We are excited to share the first issue of our brand new magazine!
This quarterly magazine is devoted to the health of our communities. We are honored to share the stories of those who comprise our Monument Health community and hope to bring a better understanding of the care and compassion they bring to their jobs every day.
See it for yourself here: https://magazine.monument.health
Joseph Tuma, M.D., FACC, FSCAI talks about the steps Monument Health is taking to keep the hospitals, patients, caregivers and physicians safe during the pandemic.
We appreciate the inquiries about when the COVID-19 vaccine will be available. The South Dakota Department of Health is allocating the COVID-19 vaccine supplies statewide.
At this time, the state has assigned Sanford Health, Avera Health and Monument Health the task of storing the vaccine and administering it to the Phase 1A group of healthcare and long-term care workers in their areas. The DOH will also direct Monument Health in the distribution of vaccine in later phases.
State DOH is in charge of determining when other groups will receive the vaccine. The Department of Health has created this infographic that outlines the priority groups in Phase 1.
We recommend that independent health care providers, school officials, other professionals, and individual residents continue to pay attention to communications from the Department of Health and Monument Health for more information as it becomes available.
www.monument.health/covid-19-south-dakota/covid-19-vaccine/
The Monument Health Performance Division organized a donation drive competition this year. Enterprise Intelligence won the competition, but the real winners were the Humane Society, Working Against Violence Inc. and Monument Health Hospice House.
Way to have some fun while donating to worthy causes in our community!
Know Your Options. It could save you time and possibly your life. monument.health/options
Urgent Care: Allergies, infections, fever, cuts, broken bones, rashes, minor burns, sore throat, sprains, strains, vomiting or diarrhea, cold or flu.
Emergency Care: Chest pain or squeezing sensation, difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, seizure or loss of consciousness, serious burns, severe or sudden pain, sudden paralysis or slurred speech, uncontrolled bleeding.
Caregivers in Lead-Deadwood were able to fill the requests of four local Elder Tree recipients this holiday season. Pictured with the gifts, from left to right are: Gabrielle Schroder, Tanner Geldert, Heather Courage, RN, Pete Ferguson and Jeni James.
The Sturgis Rehabilitation team collected donations from the local community to provide each of their assisted living residents with a Christmas basket this holiday season.
They had a large donation of body wash and shampoo from Grocery Mart, which allowed the caregivers to purchase more fun items such as puzzle books, fuzzy Christmas socks, and treats.
Thank you Sturgis Rehabilitation for giving back this holiday season!
Don’t delay care. Joseph Tuma, M.D., FACC, FSCAI, interventional cardiologist at Monument Health, provides insight on the risks of COVID-19 to cardiac patients and explains how to stay safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Monument Health continues to work through the allocated COVID-19 vaccines received from the South Dakota Department of Health. Right now we are on Phase 1C. All vaccines are either scheduled to be administered, or already administered. Continue to check monument.health/covidvaccine for updates.
WED, JAN 6 AT 10:00 AM MST
Career Chat: Senior Care Nurse Aide
Emergency Department Registered Nurse, Leah Walker is asking for your help in masking up. Let's all do our part in getting back to normal. #MaskUpSoDak
TUE, JAN 5 AT 10:30 AM MST
COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A
It's a girl! Welcome Billy Hernandez, our first baby of 2021. Billy was born at 3:42 a.m. at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital. Congratulations Stella and Jesse on your new baby girl!
Immediate openings for Nurse Aides in a variety of shifts and schedule types (full time, part time and as needed) in Custer and Sturgis. Certification training and continued clinical support will be provided!
Position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus for full time hires, and $2,500 for part-time hires. Apply today!
Custer: https://bit.ly/2L5Klk5
Sturgis: https://bit.ly/37XSwYv
Join Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs and Scott Peterson, Director of Pharmacy for a live question and answer session about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Starting Monday, Jan. 11, we will extend visitor hours at all hospitals to 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Visitors will still be screened upon arrival, and the number of visitors is still limited. COVID-19-positive patients can't have in-person visitors. If you go to Rapid City Hospital to see a patient, use the Fifth Street Entrance. Read the full policy here: https://bit.ly/3olngZk
Congratulations Robin Zebroski! She has expanded her role with Monument Health and is now Vice President of Foundation and Brand Strategy. https://bit.ly/35lv2e4
Monument Health has Urgent Care services in Custer, Lead-Deadwood, Spearfish, Sturgis and Rapid City. It's important to know if you should go to Urgent Care or directly to the Emergency Department. Learn more about your options at monument.health/options
Starting Monday, Jan. 11, we will extend visitor hours at all hospitals to 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Visitors will still be screened upon arrival, and the number of visitors is still limited. COVID-19-positive patients can't have in-person visitors. If you go to Rapid City Hospital to see a patient, use the Fifth Street Entrance. Read the full policy here: https://bit.ly/3olngZk
Did you know that platelets are a life-saving part of cancer care? They're also crucial for treating traumatic injuries. Unfortunately, they can only be used within a week of donation — so it's incredibly important to have a steady supply of donors.
Cory Ferguson, Monument Health's Community Relations Specialist, donated platelets during Vitalent's Monumentally Vital campaign. Platelet donation is a simple way to give a gift that could save a life.
If you're interested in donating, check out Vitalant.org
Join Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs and Scott Peterson, Director of Pharmacy for a live question and answer session about the COVID-19 vaccine.
After her diagnosis, Carol Engel turned to the experts at the Monument Health John T. Vucurevich Cancer Care Institute. Working together, they’ve defied the odds against stage IV lung cancer. Visit https://bit.ly/35EUICP to read more about Carol's inspiring story.
Irony Sade, M.D., chose general surgery, focusing on a broad range of medical conditions, to help a large amount of people. Watch the video to learn about his practice and why he is passionate about giving back to the people around him. Read more: https://bit.ly/35GRfDz
Our caregivers bring compassion, empathy and a passion for helping others to work with them every day. But they don't stop giving when they leave work for the day.
Here's some of the incredible ways our caregivers give back to the community.
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Going above and beyond: our caregivers give back to the community - Monument Health
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Respiratory Care Virtual Open House
WED, FEB 17 AT 9:00 AM MST
Surgical Services Virtual Coffee Chat
Join Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs and Scott Peterson, Director of Pharmacy for a live question and answer session about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Calling all registered nurses! You are invited to our virtual open house Thursday, Jan. 28, at noon.
Register today - https://bit.ly/Registration_MonumentHealthOpenHouse
Learn about making the monumental move to Monument Health & growing your RN career in 2021 and beyond! #rnjobs #rncareers #MonumentHealth #nowhiring #VirtualOpenHouse #nursing #registerednurse
Congratulations to the Rapid City Hospital Labor and Delivery unit for being awarded the Blue Distinction by the Blue Cross, Blue Shield Network of care.
The Blue Distinction is awarded to hospitals or other health care centers, recognizing high-quality, effective and cost-efficient specialty care, as well as patient outcome metrics specific to maternity care.
Matthew Wideroff, M.D., is a general surgeon at Monument Health. Watch the video to learn more about what drew him to a career in general surgery, and why he enjoys serving the people in our community. More about his focus: https://bit.ly/38Jp5tG
Surgical RN Opportunity - There has never been a better time to make the monumental move to the Monument Health Surgery Suite in Rapid City, SD!
Apply Today: https://bit.ly/39Nrt1W
Being a great place to work is a strategic priority at Monument Health, and it starts with heart. Our vision is to be one team, to listen, to be inclusive, and to show we care. Our nurses are committed to delivering great patient care & optimal outcomes -To do the right thing. Every time
#NowHiring #NurseJobs #RNCareers #SurgicalNurse #OperatingRoom
With limited supply of COVID-19 vaccines, the process of getting South Dakotans vaccinated will take several months to complete. Director of Pharmacy Scott Peterson, PharmD, explains how Monument Health is moving through the process.
For more information about the COVID-19 vaccine, please visit https://monument.health/covid-19-south-dakota/covid-19-vaccine/
Join Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs and Scott Peterson, Director of Pharmacy for a live question and answer session about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Looking forward to a great partnership with a great athletic program. Thanks, Chadron State College, for connecting with our sports medicine team.
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Monument Health, Chadron State create sports medicine partnership - Monument Health
The Monument Health Custer Hospital and Clinic thanks Sue Swartz for her service on the Custer Advisory Board.
Sue served on the board from 2014 to 2020 and was instrumental to the success of several local health care projects, including fundraising efforts with the Custer Mammo or Bust Committee. We would like to thank Sue for all of her volunteer time and dedication to ensuring quality health care in the Custer community. She is pictured receiving a plaque of appreciation from current Custer Advisory Board Chairman, Gary Lipp.
CRNAs (and their families) from Spearfish and Rapid City helped Feeding South Dakota load boxes of produce, canned goods, bread and bottled water into hundreds of cars to kick off #NationalCRNAWeek. Thank you for caring for our communities in all ways!
Are you a Medical Laboratory Technician, looking to grow your career in a supportive environment? Join the Monument Health Laboratory team today. We currently have exciting opportunities in our Medical Laboratories at both our Custer and Rapid City, SD locations.
Apply to our Rapid City Opportunity Here: https://bit.ly/365D2Al
Apply to our Custer Location Opportunity Here: https://bit.ly/2NkD296
#MedicalLaboratoryTechnician #NowHiring #LabTechJobs
Dr. Shankar Kurra, Vice President of Medical Affairs at Monument Health, spoke with NPR yesterday about the vaccine rollout. Monument Health put 102 percent of its vaccine allotment into patient arms last week. (6th dose.) https://n.pr/39fSv2I
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South Dakota Among Leading States In COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution
If you are in Western SD and would like to register yourself on the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist go to https://vaccineregister.monument.health/. You can register anytime, regardless of your priority group. You will be contacted when it’s your turn!
WED, FEB 3 AT 10:00 AM MST
Career Chat: Nursing Support
Thanks, Dr. Kurra, for your insight.
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A check up with Dr. Kurra
Congratulations to Lori Comer, who retired from Monument Health on Jan, 21.
Lori has served several departments while working at Monument Health, finishing up her 29 years of service working in the Hospitalist Department. She has lots of plans for her retirement — like spending time with her family, her flowers and her crafting business — but will miss all of the friends that she's made along the way.
Monument Health is going to miss you, Lori! Thank you for your years of dedicated service!
January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month! Did you know that this type of cancer is frequently preventable through regular screening and HPV vaccination.
Talk with you doctor to determine the right testing for you.
Get Screened. Get Vaccinated.
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Patrick Kenney, D.O., MA, FACS, general surgeon in Rapid City, specializes in robotic and minimally invasive surgery. Watch the video to learn how his time in the United States Army lent itself to his down-to-earth approach to medicine.
Click to learn more about his specialties. https://bit.ly/35GR62W
If you are in Western SD and would like to register yourself on the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist go to https://vaccineregister.monument.health/. You can register anytime, regardless of your priority group. You will be contacted when it’s your turn!
WED, FEB 10 AT 1:00 PM MST
COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A
Congratulations to Kim Ford, a Registered Nurse at Monument Health Sturgis Clinic. Kim has received the prestigious DAISY Award, which is presented to nurses who go above and beyond for their patients and community.
Thank you for everything you do for our patients, Kim. We are proud and grateful to have you as a Monument Health caregiver.
Click here to read more about Kim's award: https://bit.ly/3cJvdof
The food landscape has changed dramatically this year, forcing us to rethink how we buy, prepare and eat food. As a result, the farm to fork movement is seeing a huge increase in popularity as the food chain comes under closer scrutiny.
Monument Health Executive Chef Scott Brinker says it’s important to know the story of your food. Read more and grab Chef Scott's Creamy Butternut Squash Soup recipe here: https://bit.ly/3aFLTKy
Sometimes giving runs in the family! These three members of the Seime family are all caregivers with Monument Health, and they also spent time volunteering together at the Tough Enough to Wear Pink booth at the Community Health Summit.
Pictured from left to right: Chris Seime, PA-C at Monument Health Sturgis Clinic; Lynn Seime, Technical Specialist at Rapid City Hospital Lab; their daughter Delise Seime, PCC at Rapid City Hospital.
Thanks for all your hard work and for volunteering your time.
Check out the South Dakota Department of Health’s easy-to-use “When Can I Get Vaccinated?” web-based tool to help identify which priority group you fall under. https://covid.sd.gov/vaccine/
If you would like to be added to the Monument Health COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist go to: https://vaccineregister.monument.health. Once registered, you will be contacted via phone when it’s your turn to get vaccinated.
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Check out our easy-to-use “When Can I Get Vaccinated?” web-based tool to help identify which priority group you fall under and connect you to your designated hospital system where you can register to be contacted when it’s your turn to get vaccinated, based on vaccine supply.
https://covid.sd.gov/vaccine/
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If you are in Western SD and would like to register yourself on the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist go to https://vaccineregister.monument.health/. You can register anytime, regardless of your priority group. You will be contacted when it’s your turn!
Our Rapid City Hospital physicians and caregivers were surprised with Valentine's Day cards from students at Rapid Valley Elementary School. We want to thank all the students who made such beautiful cards - we loved them!
Starting Monday, individuals 70 and older are eligible to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine. Join the Vaccine Waitlist to be called when your vaccine is ready.
Join the Waitlist here: https://bit.ly/3qm8FO4
Hospitals are still the safest place for you to be when medical emergencies strike. Don’t hesitate or doubt: call 911 at the first sign of a heart attack or stroke.
Curious about the new Lifestyle Medicine service offered through Monument Health?
Learn about this new approach to health care from Dr. Stephen Neabore here:
https://bit.ly/3jJr456
Due to inclement weather, this year’s annual February Freeze 5k Fun Run/Walk event has been postponed to next Sunday, Feb. 21.
For information visit: www.monument.health/febfreeze
SUN, FEB 21 AT 10:30 AM MST
February Freeze 5K Fun Run/Walk
We sent out a text or email confirmation to all individuals currently on the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist. Please note, this is not a scam. We will contact you to schedule your vaccine appointment when your dose is available. If you have not yet signed up and would like to, please visit:
https://vaccineregister.monument.health/
to register.
Monument Health Cardiac Rehab participated in a treadmill challenge with other cardiac rehab facilities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota and Montana in honor of Cardiac Rehab week! Advanced Practice Providers with Monument Health's Heart and Vascular Institute took to the treadmills to show their support and appreciation for cardiac rehab staff. In total, 11 APPs walked or ran 37 miles in 10 hours.
We would like to congratulate Jacob Weasel, M.D., who has been named Assistant Dean for Diversity and Inclusion at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine.
This position that will complement his role at Monument Health. Thank you Dr. Weasel for your positive impact on our communities.
Click here to learn more about Dr. Weasel's new role: https://bit.ly/3sgp47D
Carter Berlin’s autoimmune disorder diagnosis means he’s had to deal with more in the last six years than most do in a lifetime—but he’s one tough ten-year-old. Read more about his story and care at Monument Health here: https://bit.ly/3p4piwx
Join us in welcoming pediatrician, Jonathan Bigwood, M.D., to Monument Health Spearfish Clinic-North Avenue!
Dr. Bigwood is especially drawn to acute care medicine. Experiences gained during his work in the emergency room and urgent care settings, as well as office-based pediatrics, have helped to broaden his clinical skills and relate to patients who face a variety of medical concerns.
In his free time, he enjoys cooking, carpentry and spending time outdoors with his family.
Some people have a reaction to the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. Others don't. We asked five vaccination veterans what their Dose 2 was like, and if they have advice — here's what they had to say.
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We are aware that some of our calls to schedule COVID-19 Vaccinations may be getting blocked by spam filters. If you qualify for an earlier phase, such as age 70 or older please call the Nurse Triage Line to schedule 605-755-1350.
Yankees legend Yogi Berra famously said, “It ain’t over till it’s over.” He was talking baseball, but the same could be said for the COVID-19 pandemic.
https://bit.ly/3ksmLLR
WED, MAR 3 AT 10:00 AM MST
Career Chat: Psychiatric Technician
In January, the Monument Health Spearfish OB Department sponsored and attended a Spinning Babies workshop. Other Monument Health attendees included caregivers from the Rapid City maternal float pool. The workshop teaches techniques for comfort in pregnancy and smoother progress in labor through their unique approach to physiological birth.
Today is Heart Valve Disease Awareness Day. Each year, an estimated 25,000 people in the U.S. die from heart valve disease However, heart valve disease can usually be successfully treated with valve repair or replacement in patients of all ages. Read more for signs and symptoms of heart valve disease: https://bit.ly/3qWADQM
Monument Health Cardiac Rehab participated in a treadmill challenge with other cardiac rehab facilities in South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota and Montana in honor of Cardiac Rehab week! Advanced Practice Providers with Monument Health's Heart and Vascular Institute took to the treadmills to show their support and appreciation for cardiac rehab staff. In total, 11 APPs walked or ran 37 miles in 10 hours.
COVID-19 Vaccination Update: The SD DOH has announced that individuals with ONLY one underlying condition (previously two underlying conditions) are now eligible for vaccination in Phase 1D. Please refer to the DOH list of underlying medical conditions that qualify here: https://doh.sd.gov/COVID/Vaccine/medicalconditions/
If you have already registered on the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist and meet the new criteria you can update your information on the waitlist in following ways:
· If you provided an email, you will receive a link to update your information.
· If you provided a phone number, you will be receiving an automated phone call to update your information.
We encourage everyone, regardless of eligibility for the vaccine to sign up for the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist at https://vaccineregister.monument.health/
Join Shankar Kurra, M.D., Vice President of Medical Affairs and Scott Peterson, Senior Director of Ambulatory and Pharmacy Operations for a live question and answer session about the COVID-19 vaccine.
Join us for a Career Chat featuring Psychiatric Technician!
+ No certification or experience required
+ On-the-job training
+ Supportive work culture
Apply now –
Full time: https://monument.health/jobs/psychiatric-technician-behavioral-health-full-time-3/
Part time: https://monument.health/jobs/psychiatric-technician-behavioral-health-prn-2/
Monument Health Custer Hospital & Clinic participated in the Custer Trade Show last weekend. Pictured: Mark Schmidt, President of the Monument Health Custer Hospital & Clinic, and Nan Bradeen, Supervisor of Medical Imaging Services at the Custer Hospital.
WED, MAR 3
COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A
Everyone deals with pain at one point or another. Monument Health has trained chronic pain therapists that want to help you live a pain free life. Learn how physical therapists can assist in the pain wellness process.
https://bit.ly/2ZTJbfz
Marcia Taylor, RN, has worked for Monument Health for 46 years, giving her the opportunity to see how changing the physical health care space is allowing us to be here for generations to come.
Read more about Marcia and the changes at Monument Health Rapid City Hospital here: https://bit.ly/3sYeqCw
Teachers are now eligible for the COVID-19 Vaccine — funeral service workers you’re up next! Please make sure you are signed up for the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist. We anticipate moving through these groups quickly, so don't wait to sign up!
https://vaccineregister.monument.health/
Attention nurses! Would you like to learn more about the opportunities at Monument Health?
Join us for our virtual open house on Tuesday, March 16, and see everything that Monument Health has to offer!
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Monument Health is proud to support organizations like Black Hills Area Habitat For Humanity and events like these!
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Great blog post by Kevin Woster of SDPB. He spent time at the Rushmore Mall vaccination clinic with the folks who came out of retirement to help vaccinate community members.
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Retirees Return To Help With Shots, Celebrate “Amazing” Vaccines
Four former presidents team up to promote the COVID-19 vaccine.
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To register for your vaccine, please go to www.vaccineregister.monument.health
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After learning more about Elle Larsen, Real Estate Manager with Facilities Management & Construction, in our health magazine, we wanted to know which art pieces on display in the new Fifth Street Entrance of Rapid City Hospital are her favorites. Click the link for a brief tour: https://bit.ly/3ezHfBp
To learn more about Elle and her role, read the magazine article here: https://bit.ly/3vkgLtB
Monument Health is proud to be your local sports medicine expert. Our athletic trainers are in Spearfish today covering the Black Hills Nationals Wrestling Tournament.
Help support Hospice of the Northern Hills.
Visit www.monument.health/hospiceball to purchase the Ball in the Box and register for the virtual silent auction. Once registered you can view the amazing selection of gifts. You will have the opportunity to bid on your favorite items until 9:00 p.m., Saturday, March 27, 2021.
At Monument Health Orthopedic & Specialty Hospital, we offer walk-in orthopedics services six days a week.
Administering COVID-19 vaccines to the public has been a big job. Luckily, some amazing nurses and health care professionals came out of retirement to help vaccinate their communities.
Learn more about these vaccinators here: https://bit.ly/3vzsGnn
Monument Health Lead-Deadwood caregivers generously donated candy for the Annual Golden Gang Easter Eggs Hunt in Lead. The egg hunt is at Manual Brothers Park in Lead on March 27, at 10 am. Each year the Golden Gang fills over 5,000 eggs for the annual event. Caregivers from left to right are: Erin Septka, Kamille Baize, Sharon Karpinen, Justin James and Jenifer James.
It's Pulmonary Rehabilitation Week, and Monument Health would like to take the opportunity to thank our dedicated respiratory therapy caregivers for improving the quality of our patients with chronic lung disease and other breathing problems.
We are now vaccinating those in Phase 1E. Several job categories fall under critical infrastructure.
For example: grocery store workers, tourism industry, gaming, entertainment and media, real estate, retail, financial, food and agriculture, transportation, and many more.
For a full list visit: https://www.cisa.gov/critical-infrastructure-sectors
To sign up for the COVID-19 Vaccine Waitlist visit: https://vaccineregister.monument.health/
The South Dakota State AAU Wrestling tournament is underway. Monument Health Athletic Trainers are on site to keep our local and out-of-town athletes healthy and ready to compete. Good luck to all the of wrestlers!
Monument Health made it easier for families to be together in the labor-and-delivery, NICU and pediatrics departments. Now, up to two visitors at a time can be at the hospital.
Check out the updates to our Visitor Policy here: https://bit.ly/3llJ46r
March is National Athletic Training month! Monument Health is proud to provide comprehensive sports medicine coverage to area high schools and universities across South Dakota, Wyoming and Nebraska. Here are our Southern Hills athletic trainers! From left to right, back row, Traci Stout, Lizzie Barker, Ransom Bearden and Kristin Whitley. Front row, Tyra Jons, Alaina Klapperich and Tia Boyer. If you see them, tell them thank you for keeping area athletes healthy and injury free!
Since 2001, Helen Frederickson, M.D., ACOG has been helping women battle gynecological cancer at the Cancer Care Institute. With advances in research, technology and resources she is showing no signs of slowing down.
Read more about Dr. Fredrickson here: https://bit.ly/3d57cGF
Congratulations to Cheryl Kiel, a Support Specialist at Monument Health Spearfish Hospital, who retired on March 20, after 32 years of service. Cheryl has done a lot of things in her time at Spearfish Hospital, starting in Housekeeping, moving to Purchasing, then to the Emergency Department before finally finding her place in Medical Imaging.
Cheryl has seen plenty of changes during her career. The technology has evolved, scheduling has gone digital and her daughter — in sixth grade when Cheryl started working at Spearfish Hospital — now works in admissions in the very same hospital.
Now that she’s retired, Cheryl is happy to no longer be on a schedule, and looks forward to sitting in her living room watching snowfall knowing that there’s nowhere she has to go.
Congratulations again Cheryl, we appreciate all your years of service, and know that your team is going to miss you.
