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Medical Staff Coordinator Jenna Hall plays a crucial role with Amberwell Health. Medical staff services professionals are often referred to as the gatekeepers of patient safety because of their dedication to making certain that all patients receive care from providers and practitioners who are properly educated, licensed, and trained in their specialties. Impact on Patient Experience Patients trust that if a provider is practicing medicine, Jenna has done her due...

Utilization Review/Case Manager Cheryl VanWey, BSN RN, plays a vital role at Amberwell Atchison. Case managers act as advocates, educators, coordinators, facilitators, navigators, and resource managers to help patients understand and manage their condition, find and gain access to services, and obtain high-quality, cost-effective care. Impact on Patient Care In her role, Cheryl collaborates with other members of the multidisciplinary team to oversee the care of every patient admitted to...

During the month of October, we celebrate our healthcare quality improvement and risk management professionals. The healthcare quality team of Amberwell Health strives to cultivate a spirit of quality improvement throughout our organization that encourages continuous improvement of our services and programs to improve patient outcomes. Impact on Patient Care Our quality improvement and risk management team’s top priority is the safety of our patients. They ensure that the care...

The Amberwell maintenance services team has an important role in ensuring a safe and efficient environment for all patients, visitors, and staff within Amberwell facilities. They keep our buildings and our grounds structurally sound and all mechanical equipment running smoothly so that we can continue to meet the needs of our patients. Maintenance Services Team Derrick Ring, Maintenance Supervisor Brent Atterberg, Maintenance Tech Scotty Dryen, Floor Tech Joe Garcia, Floor...

Respiratory care is specialty care for people with cardiopulmonary disorders such as asthma, emphysema, pneumonia, cardiovascular disorders, trauma, or other types of breathing difficulties. Amberwell is fortunate to have a hardworking team of respiratory therapists on hand twenty-four hours a day, 365 days a year to help our patients with breathing difficulties.  Their Work Our respiratory therapists are specially trained to administer a wide variety of tests, procedures, techniques, and...

Physical therapists and physical therapist assistants play a vital role in helping people of all ages and abilities achieve their physical activity goals and improve their quality of life.The talented Amberwell physical therapy team members work one-on-one with their patients, focusing on physical needs and getting them back to doing the activities they need or want to do. This team uses compassion and encouragement to drive their patients to return...

Infection Prevention Week celebrates the importance of infection prevention and the role of patient safety and infection prevention managers in protecting public health. Now, more than ever, infection prevention is a top-priority for Amberwell Health. Leslie Cox, BSN, RN, serves as the patient safety and infection prevention manager for Amberwell Health. She works incredibly hard and does an outstanding job protecting our patients, employees, and community from infection. Her work...

The patient financial services team of Amberwell Health plays an integral role in patient account management and is essential to supporting our organization’s ability to care for our communities. Impact on Patient Experience The services that the patient financial services team provide impact patient experience on a daily basis. They treat each patient with compassion and respect to ensure a positive and smooth experience with Amberwell Health. “My goal is...

Until this year, Global Health Equity Week was known as U.S. National Health IT Week. It was established to demonstrate the power of information technology to transform health. This year, the initiative has expanded to focus on highlighting the potential of health information and technology to transform health and minimize health disparities around the globe. The information technology services professionals of Amberwell Health are proud to be a part of...

The Amberwell pharmacy services team plays an integral role in patient care. The pharmacy team serves nearly every department of our organization, including our Horton, Troy, and Leavenworth clinics as well as external providers within our community such as dentists, ophthalmologists, EMS, and other medical offices. They strive to provide the highest quality of care to our patients and thrive on strong team collaboration to ensure patient success. Impact on...