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NRMC to host mass vaccination clinic, offers online appointment scheduling.

Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to welcome John D. Harrington, MD, FACS to its medical staff. Dr. Harrington is a board-certified by the American Board of Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Dr. Harrington brings more than fifteen years of experience as a general surgeon. He earned his doctoral degree of medicine at Loma Linda University in 2000 and went on to complete his residency in general surgery at Banner Good Samaritan Medical Center in Pheonix, AZ. Since 2018, he provided general surgery at David County Hospital in Bloomfield, IA. Prior to that, he worked for eight years at Gothenburg Health in Gothenburg, NE. In 2019 Dr. Harrington completed a 4 week mini-fellowship in hernia surgery at Cleveland Clinic in Ohio. As a general surgeon Dr. Harrington is able to diagnose and treat a broad spectrum of diseases requiring surgical treatment. He provides same-day surgery, endoscopy (upper GI and colonoscopy), and many types of soft tissue and skin surgeries. “We’ve been leaning really hard on Dr. Dodd for surgery and he has been a gracious team player, putting in lots of hours for many years,” says Steve Branstetter, NRMC Chief Executive Officer. “We’re glad to have a second surgeon in place and we believe Dr. Harrington will be an excellent addition to the staff.”  Working alongside Dr. Joseph Dodd, Dr. Harrington’s office will be located in the Professional Practice Clinic on the second floor at the hospital. To schedule a visit with Dr. Harrington, call the NRMC Professional Practice Clinic at (417) 448-2121.

Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is pleased to announce it has received a $100,000 gift from the Patterson Family Foundation to help fund a cardiac monitoring equipment system update that will span three years and total more than $673,000. The first phase of the project approved by the hospital board of directors will cost a total of $310,000. This initial phase will include new GE cardiac monitors for all emergency and operating rooms, and is expected to take approximately three months to complete. “Although all areas of the hospital care are equally important,” says Tara Garrett, Chief Nursing Officer at NRMC. “We chose to start with the emergency department and operating rooms because these areas have the greatest volume of critical patients.” Cardiac monitoring systems are used to track vital signs such as heart rate and oxygen saturation, as well as breathing pattern and electrical heart patterns. In the past, monitors did not include the ability to trace the heart’s electrical activity via 12-lead electrocardiogram (EKG). A separate machine would have been wheeled in for a patient with a cardiac history or as needed. The new monitors will include 12-lead EKG, giving a thorough picture of heart activity at any moment. The constant monitoring alerts nursing staff to a problem, allowing for quick intervention and providing real-time feedback on how well that intervention is working. “This project is an important investment in the care we provide,” said Garrett. “These monitors are state-of-the-art and the upgrade shows our commitment to our patients.” Information collected through the cardiac monitors will feed directly into the patient’s chart which has multiple benefits. The automatic recording of information eliminates the chance for human error, reduces workload on staff and gives the nurses and physicians the opportunity to simultaneously monitor the health of multiple individuals from one location. The Patterson Family Foundation is a family-led foundation extending the legacy of Neal and Jeanne Patterson through collaborations in health care, education and rural communities. They are geographically focused on impacting Kansas and Western Missouri counties with fewer than 50,000 residents. “Patterson Family Foundation is pleased to contribute funding to Nevada Regional Medical Center as front-line providers and staff work tirelessly to care for patients. We hope this funding helps NRMC purchase the critical equipment and supplies needed to treat COVID-19. It is both our privilege and pleasure to offer a helping hand to rural communities navigating through these unprecedented times,” PFF added. 

Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) announces it will host two new COVID-19 mass vaccine clinics March 3 rd and 4 th at the Nevada Community Center. The event is by invitation only. NRMC staff are in the process of making calls to schedule individuals registered on its notification list that qualify under the states tiered priority phases. Between the two clinics, there will be a total of 1,000 first doses of the Moderna vaccine given. Currently, COVID-19 vaccination for Missouri residents is open to the following groups of individuals: Phase 1A: • Healthcare Workers • Long-Term Care Facility Staff and Residents Phase 1B - Tier 1: • First Responders • Non-Patient Facing Public Health Infrastructure • Emergency Management and Public Works • Emergency Services Sector Phase 1B - Tier 2: • Anyone aged 65 and older • Any adult with one or more of the following conditions: Cancer, Chronic Kidney Disease, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Intellectual and/or developmental disabilities such as Down Syndrome, Heart Conditions (such as heart failure, coronary artery disease, or cardiomyopathies), Immunocompromised state from a solid organ transplant, Severe Obesity (BMI greater than 40), Pregnancy, Sickle Cell Disease, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus February 15, 2021, the state of Missouri released additional guidance for Missouri vaccinators regarding the residency status of those seeking a COVID-19 vaccine in the state. The guidance states, “Missouri’s plan prioritizes the vaccination of Missouri residents first. At the State's instruction, NRMC asks individuals to self-attest to their status in a prioritized population and verify their residency. There are certain exceptions, however. If an employer-based vaccination clinic is arranged, and a Missouri employee lives in a neighboring state, vaccination of this person is allowed. Infrequently, for the sole purpose of preventing a dose being wasted, it may be necessary to vaccinate a person who is ineligible and has not been determined to have a unique clinical situation that warrants an immediate vaccination. In no case should a vaccinator waste a dose.” To register for the vaccine notification list, individuals may call NRMC’s 24/7 live vaccine call center at (417) 448-2120 or online at nrmchealth.com/covid19-vaccine . As NRMC and the Vernon County Health Department receive shipments of vaccine in the coming months, the notification list will be used to schedule those interested in taking it. ### About Nevada Regional Medical Center Serving a six-county area since 1937, Nevada Regional Medical Center is a 71-bed acute, intensive and skilled care hospital. Nevada Regional Medical Center has earned recognition as a respected regional medical center for its comprehensive health care services, skilled and caring employees and state-of-the-art medical technology. Staff represent more than a dozen medical specialties, including family practice, women’s services, neurology, urology, psychiatry, orthopedics, wound care services, and general, vascular, thoracic and oncological surgery. Additionally, consultation clinics are held regularly by specialists in oncology, pulmonology, podiatry, ear, nose, and throat and cardiology.

Putting off annual checkups are not advised, even during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Introducing the Butterfly IQ, a new piece of ultrasound equipment at Nevada Regional Medical Center.

The Timken Foundation of Canton recently approved a grant proposal from Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) Foundation to fund the purchase of a new endoscope sterilization system which will allow NRMC to double the number of scopes that may be performed on any given day.

Nevada Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is pleased to welcome family nurse practitioner, Katelyn (Triplett) Erwin to Primary Care Center, located at 627 S. Ash in Nevada and at NowCare Clinic at 345 S. Barrett as needed