News & Notes
Infirmary Celebrating 70 Years as Little Rock Landmark
The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, KY, established the St. Vincent Infirmary hospital in Little Rock, AR 136 years ago. On December 8, 1954, they moved the hospital for the 3rd and last time to what is now known as Two St. Vincent Circle off of University and Markham. This location has served as a… View Full Post
97-Year-Old Time Capsule Discovered in Hot Springs to be Opened December 4
It may look like an ordinary old metal box, but it actually contains 97 years worth of history! Workers preparing to demolish the former St. Joseph Hospital location in Hot Springs recently discovered a 97-year-old time capsule that had been placed in the cornerstone of the building on December 6, 1927. The time capsule had… View Full Post
Biometric Users Must Complete Consent Form by Dec. 3
Coworkers who use biometrics must complete the new consent form by Tuesday, Dec. 3. Review this KnowDoShare. Please click here to provide your consent to record your bio-id for access to the Pyxis machines. The consent needs to be completed before Dec 3rd or you will lose your access to the Pyxis equipment.
Donate Blood this Holiday Season!
Tis the season for giving and this season, Our Blood Institute, needs your donation of life-saving blood! Those who donate will also receive a free meal ticket to the Infirmary cafeteria!
Time for Holiday Cards!
With the holiday season approaching, it’s time to think about ordering holiday cards from your department or unit. The print shop has made it easy this year, with three customizable, ready-to-order options! After logging into the print portal, search for holiday cards and select landscape or portrait. There is one style available as landscape (Angel)… View Full Post
Spread Humankindness by Donating Thanksgiving Food Items
Spread a little humankindness this year by donating Thanksgiving food items to help coworkers in need! Donations can be dropped off at the following days and times at each location: Items needed include:
Infirmary ED Holds Mock Pediatric Disaster Drill
The Infirmary’s Emergency Department recently held a pediatric disaster triage drill. James Fose, ED Nursing Manager, said they worked in collaboration with the Office of Preparedness and Emergency Response Systems (OPERS) in the Arkansas Department of Health (pediatrics). MEMS employees were also included in the drill as well as the Arkansas Trauma System (TraumaCom). The setting… View Full Post
How to Call ‘Code Lavender’ at the Infirmary
Code Lavender is designed to support staff when challenging situations threaten unit stability, personal emotional equilibrium or professional functioning. In the event that you or your team staff encounters an event or series of events that causes emotional distress, you can call Code Lavender! This rapid response call will have a team of chaplains nurses… View Full Post