April 2025 - The Pulse
4th Annual Mental Health Awareness 5K Run/Walk
Saturday, May 3, 2025
9:00 am
Kuemper High School
You must register by Friday, April 18 to receive a T-shirt.
This annual event was created to raise awareness and combat the stigma of mental health. There will be a silent auction, booths from mental health partners as well as snacks and drinks. Bring the whole family!
All proceeds will go towards the needs of the mental health community.
- Registration will begin at 8:00 am.
- The run/walk will begin at 9:00 am.
- The starting and finishing location will be at Kuemper High School in Carroll, IA. There will be course markers along the path.
- Silent auction will close at 10:30 am with winners announced at
that time.
The committee is seeking basket donations for the silent auction. If your department would kindly want to donate a basket, please let Brandi Strautman know at ext. 5242 or by email.
Blue C.H.I.P.S. Awards: A warm congratulations to the 1st Quarter 2025 Blue Chips nominee winners.
The E2 Committee was honored with over 85 nominations to review. Thank you to each of you who took the time to write a nomination!
- Blue Chip Awardee: Sheri Andersen, Social Services
- Blue Chip Awardee: Marcia Padilla de Salazar, Med, Surg, Peds
- Blue Chip Awardee: Mary Brown, Same Day Surgery
- Blue Chip Awardee: Holly Venteicher, Radiation Oncology
- Blue Chip Awardee: Deb Burnett, Mental Health Services
Sheri Andersen
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Marcia Padilla de Salzar
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Holly Venteicher
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Deb Burnett
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Events and Other Happenings:
Donate Life Month
Across many cultures, birds are one of the most welcomed and visible signs of spring. They represent both new beginnings and visits from loved ones who have passed away.
This National Donate Life Month, join us in helping to save and heal lives – register your decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donor at RegisterMe.org.
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OT Month!
Each April, the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) celebrates OT Month and the more than 230,000 occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants and students who work nationwide to create fuller lives for clients and their families. Here at St. Anthony, we have Occupational Therapists and Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants who are trained to help people of all ages participate in daily living or live better with injury, illness, or disability. This is accomplished through designing strategies for everyday living and customizing environments to develop and maximize potential.
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Rescheduled Date!
Jane Hackfort, RN, OCN, and Christina Johnson, RN, BSN, have been named Great Iowa Nurses through the Great Iowa Nurse Program. One hundred and eight Iowa nurses have been recognized as 2025 Great Iowa Nurses. The program, formerly 100 Great Iowa Nurses, annually honors Iowa nurses for their contributions to the nursing profession.
Join us for a reception honoring Jane and Christina on Wednesday, April 9, from 3-4:30 PM in the Hospital Atrium.
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Good CATCH of the MONTH!
Caitlin Cook
The 'Good Catch of the Month' goes to Caitlin for identifying a potential medication event! Great job, Caitlin, for your commitment to safety!
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We Are One St. Anthony - Role of Thought
Thousands of thoughts flow through our minds every day. A thought can get so loud and powerful that it drowns out all other thoughts limiting our perspective.
Our moment-to-moment experience of life is determined by our thinking and the stories we tell ourselves.
Here are some tips to help you notice your thinking more frequently.
- Check your mood.
- Be present.
- Try to interrupt your pattern of thinking.
Treasuring Talent: Stephanie Bauer, Benefits Coordinator
Treasuring Talent is a voluntary program established by the E2 Committee where individual employees are highlighted from our staff. The program is a way for our hospital, surrounding clinics & community to get to know and appreciate the incredible team of people serving at St. Anthony Regional Hospital.
Love your job at St. Anthony? Submit an entry to the E2 Committee to be featured!
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Stephanie has been with St. Anthony for 10 months and works with the Human Resources team.
Steph has been recognized by her co-workers for her helpfulness across departments and willingness to fill in for others when needed.
“Steph, thank you for seamlessly jumping in during unexpected changes and going above and beyond without complaint or hesitation. We are so grateful for your hard work, energy, and effort to make St. Anthony a better place for our employees and students!”
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Shining a Light on Exceptional Care: The STAR Awards Program
At St. Anthony, we believe in celebrating the exceptional
dedication and compassionate care our team members provide every day. The STAR Awards program is designed to recognize employees who go above and beyond in their roles—whether it’s a nurse offering comfort during a difficult time, an EVS staff member ensuring a clean and safe environment, or a Food & Nutrition team member delivering a warm, thoughtful meal. Every role contributes to our mission of Hope, Healing, and Health, and this program allows patients, families, and fellow employees to express their gratitude for outstanding service.
Join us in encouraging patients and families to take a moment to nominate a STAR—any St. Anthony employee who has made a meaningful impact. Nominations can be submitted online or through forms available throughout the hospital. Recognizing these moments of extraordinary care helps us celebrate the dedication of our team and inspire others to continue making a difference. Help us shine a light on those who make St. Anthony a place of compassion and excellence!
Recent StAR recipients: Lisa Stork, Macy Tiefenthaler, MSP nurses, Danette Vennink & Janelle Barber
Janelle Barber
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MSP
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Danette Vennink
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- Sara – Food & Nutrition
- Michele – Nursing Home
- Taylor – Med/Surg/Peds
- Wendy – Patient Services
- Miranda – Carroll Clinic
- Lenora – Carroll Clinic
- Abby – The Birth Place
- Sydney – Radiology
- Elliot – Food & Nutrition
- Kathy – Surgery
- Lilli S– Nursing Home
- Emily – Surgery
- Jack – Food & Nutrition
Meet your new co-workers who joined us this past month.
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Our condolences for your loss this past month
- Sara (EVS) lost her father-in-law.
- Sarah (HR) lost her uncle.
- Maria (EVS) lost her brother.
- Corazon (EVS) lost her partner.
- Elaine & Jeff (Rehab) lost their brother/brother-in-law respectively.
- Brittany (Patient Registration) lost her grandfather.
- Tami (Education) lost her mother.
- Sherri Allman (Analyst) lost her uncle.
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Stop the Bleed Training
Sara Gonnerman, Vice President of Patient Services, and Susan Kock, Emergency Department Director, trained Carroll's Parks and Rec employees on the Stop the Bleed training last week. Great training to have in case of an emergency! Thanks, Sara and Susan!
Upcoming Meditech Downtimes: Mark Your Calendars!
- Wednesday, April 30 from 2:30AM – 4:30AM CT
- Thursday, May 29 from 2:30AM – 4:30AM CT
- Wednesday, June 25 from 2:30AM – 4:30AM CT
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If you have items to submit for The PULSE, please contact Brandi Strautman.
Published on the First Friday of each month