Harrison County Hospital Foundation Awards Scholarships
Harrison County Hospital Foundation Awards Scholarships
The Harrison County Hospital Foundation is pleased to announce the 2024 recipients of the Harrison County Hospital Foundation Scholarship. The Foundation was able to award the largest amount of scholarships, at $28,500, in the Foundation’s history. Nineteen students in Harrison County Hospital’s service area were awarded scholarships to assist them as they pursue their chosen healthcare fields. In some cases, HCHF Scholarship recipients return to serve at HCH upon completion of their education.
The following students were awarded $2000 scholarships:
Kelsey Delaney, Ramsey, is a 2023 graduate of North Harrison High School and is a current student at Purdue University.
Maddison Franks, Corydon, is a 2023 graduate of Corydon Central High School and is a current student at University of Southern Indiana.
Alyssa Spurlock, Georgetown, is a 2023 graduate of North Harrison High School and is a current student at Indiana University Southeast.
The following students were awarded $1500 scholarships:
Annabelle Babb, Guston, KY, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Avery Blevins, Brandenburg, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Karissa Fortwengler, Brandenburg, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Miranda French, Vine Grove, KY, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Brynna Hoggard, Central, is a 2024 graduate of Corydon Central High School.
Ava Holton, Corydon, is a 2024 graduate of Corydon Central High School.
CaSandra Leggett, Corydon, is a 2024 graduate of Corydon Central High School.
Danica Love, Ekron, KY, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Caylee Payton, Vine Grove, KY, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Ellie Schneider, Lanesville, is a 2024 graduate of Lanesville High School.
Sydney Smith, Milltown, is a 2024 graduate of North Harrison High School.
Kennedy Stith, Brandenburg, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Erika Valdivieso, Corydon, is a 2024 graduate of Corydon Central High School.
Ryan Welch, Brandenburg, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Samuel Williams, Guston, KY, is a 2024 graduate of Meade County High School.
Matyson Withers, Leavenworth, is a 2024 graduate of Corydon Central High School.
Dr. Michael Bonacum Elected AASM Fellow
Dr. Michael Bonacum Elected AASM Fellow
Michael G. Bonacum, DO, FACP, FAASM, an Internal Medicine and Sleep Medicine specialist, has been elected a Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM). Fellow standing recognizes outstanding contributions to sleep medicine, significant achievements in the field, and dedicated membership in the AASM. Dr. Bonacum is one of 39 members who constitute the 2024 Fellows of the AASM.
“It is an honor for me to congratulate the members who have earned the distinction of being a Fellow of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine,” said AASM President Dr. James A. Rowley. “Their contributions to our field have helped to advance sleep care, and the AASM has benefited greatly from their dedicated service.”
Dr. Bonacum is a board certified Sleep Medicine specialist through the American Board of Internal Medicine. He is the lead physician at Corydon Sleep Medicine, part of Corydon Medical Associates, and is the Medical Director of the Harrison County Hospital Center for Sleep Disorders, an AASM accredited sleep center.
HARRISON COUNTY HOSPITAL PARTNERS WITH WESTERN GOVERNORS UNIVERSITY
Harrison County Hospital has entered into a partnership with Western Governors University (WGU). The partnership with WGU, recognized as a State of Indiana school, will provide a pathway for Harrison County Hospital employees to start or finish their degree, help with the nursing shortage that is being felt in most areas, and help our staff improve their skills to better their future. “We are excited to partner with WGU to provide an avenue for our employees to further their education,” said Robert Brown, Human Resources Director at Harrison County Hospital. “Being recognized as a State of Indiana school and with a focus on adult learners, we feel they will bring exceptional value to both our employees and hospital.”
Drive Thru Flu Vaccine Clinic
The Harrison County Health Department and Harrison County Hospital will offer a Public Drive-Thru Flu Vaccine Clinic on Tuesday, October 3 from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Harrison County Fairgrounds. Cost is $20.00 for vaccine for those 5 – 64 years of age, and $60 for a high dose vaccine for those 65 years of age and older. Cash or check only. Will bill for Medicare patients. Medicare card must be presented.
The clinic is for ages five and older. Children 17 years of age and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. The vaccine offered will be a quadrivalent vaccine, designed to protect against four different flu viruses.
Vehicles should access the clinic by entering the Harrison County Fairgrounds through the Main Entrance off Capital Avenue. Nurses administering the vaccine will be available on both sides of the car for the convenience of drivers and passengers requesting the shot. Those receiving the vaccine should wear sleeveless or short sleeve shirts. For faster service, print and complete the drive thru vaccine consent form in advance and bring it with you to the clinic.
New OB Lights Thanks to Special Fund
The Harrison County Hospital Labor & Delivery unit replaced four labor & delivery lights thanks to the Evelyn Crecelius Hospital Fund at the Harrison County Community Foundation. Investments in updated technology enable our staff and physicians to provide optimum care.
DAISY Award
Congratulations to Jordan Metz, RN in the Emergency Department for receiving our second DAISY Award this evening! Jordan was nominated by a patient who felt that Jordan demonstrated what a great ER nurse is and how they should treat their patients. The patient described Jordan as a one of a kind nurse! Thank you, Jordan, for all you do and for having a special impact on your patient!
BEE Award
The BEE Award stands for Being Exceptional Every Day and honors team members outside of nursing who go above and beyond to provide excellent patient experiences. BEE Award Recipients exemplify the values of HCH in the respect, excellence and compassion that they show their patients, families and co-workers.
The BEE Award complements the Daisy Award for nurses. Just as the flowers need the bees to survive and thrive, our nurses also need their team to provide exceptional patient care.
Congratulations to Brandi Haynes, OB Tech in Labor & Delivery, for receiving our first BEE Award! Brandi was nominated 3 times!
Brandi’s nominations tell of her jumping into situations to help that are outside of her normal role, providing comfort and assistance to her team and of her giving 100% in any task she completes. We are so thankful to have Brandi!
There are two ways that you can nominate a staff member for a future DAISY or BEE Award.
To nominate a NURSE — https://www.hchin.org/daisy/
To nominate any other team member — https://www.hchin.org/bee-award/
Harrison County Hospital is proud to introduce our new Stars and Stripes Program
As a way to express our thanks to the many Veterans that have served our nation, we have now implemented a new program. Special Stars and Stripes wrist bands and other identifying items will let our staff and visitors know if a patient is a Veteran. We are thrilled to be able to thank them for their service.
In addition, should a Veteran pass at Harrison County Hospital, they will be honored by our staff with a Final Salute and Taps played overhead.
We appreciate your assistance with making this program a positive one for our Veterans. If you are a Veteran, or if you accompany a Veteran to the hospital for a visit, please let our Registration team know that they are a Veteran and they will begin the process.
Thank you!