B e r k s h i r e H e a l t h S y s t e m s E m p l o y e e N e w s l e t t e r

ScopeOctober 16, 2014

Volume 36 Issue18

Berkshire Health Systems Honored for Putting the Berkshires on the Map

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At left: BHS President and CEO David Phelps, center, accepted the 1Berkshire Putting the Berkshires on the Map award on behalf of BHS. He is flanked by Reggie Cooper, Chair of the 1Berkshire Board (left) and Michael Conforti, Director of the Clark Art Institute.

1Berkshire, the County’s Regional Economic Development Organization, has named

Berkshire Health Systems as the 2014 honoree for Putting the Berkshires on the Map in recognition of the substantial contribution BHS is making to the overall image of the Berkshires. Berkshire Health Systems and President and CEO David Phelps were recognized at the fourth annual Celebrate the Berkshires event on September 9th at the Lyon Aviation/Epic Jet Hangar at the Pittsfield Airport.

BMC Crane Center Achieves National Recognition for Patient Safety

The Crane Center for Ambulatory Surgery has been recognized by a national magazine for its

commitment to patient safety. Outpatient Surgery Magazine has honored the Crane Center with its 2014 OR Excellence Award for Patient Safety. The magazine cited BMC’s investment in using an on-site patient safety trainer as “the centerpiece of the facility’s heightened efforts to safeguard its patients.”

“Our commitment to patient safety begins before the patient arrives at the Crane Center,” said Carol Fairchild, RN, BS, CASC, Director of the BMC Center. “The procedure is verified by the scheduler,

continued on page 2Tabitha Van Duesen, Dr. Alison McDonald and Carol Fairchild, RN, Director of the Crane Center, share news of the Center's new honor.

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Berkshire Health Systems Honored for Putting the Berkshires on the Mapcontinued from page 1

BMC Crane Center Achieves National Recognition for Patient Safetycontinued from page 1

“Berkshire Health Systems has been honored by Truven Analytics as a 100 Top Hospital, by Healthgrades with its Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence and by CareChex as a Top 100 Hospital for Overall Hospital Care,” said Lauri Klefos, Chief Marketing Officer for 1Berkshire. “These awards are indicative of the kind of quality healthcare BHS provides, rivaling the level of care normally found in more metropolitan areas, and also highlights the power they have in drawing people here to work and to live by demonstrating that we have an incredible network of healthcare options.”

Reggie Cooper, Chair of the Board of 1Berkshire and Managing Director of Canyon Ranch in Lenox points to the work BHS is doing to bring the Canyon Ranch Institute Life Enhancement Program to underserved members of the Berkshire community. This health and wellness education and training program is part of a long-term BHS investment in the community, focused on wellness and disease prevention. The core goal is to provide participants in the program with the knowledge and tools needed to make better choices and take better care of themselves and their loved ones. This innovative program has already helped to change the lives of 60 people, along with their family and friends, in Berkshire County.

“This partnership is a great example of Berkshire Health Systems commitment to improving the health and well-being of our community, which is a core of its mission. As a community we are fortunate to have BHS as a national leader

and we use a universal protocol form that starts in pre-op and focuses on patient identification, procedure verification and site-marking. Everything is documented and it’s a very, very rigid procedure. It creates at least three hard-stops, where we confirm that we have everything we need for the procedure to be safe and successful. If something isn’t right, the chart is flagged, and the patient doesn’t enter the OR until flags are removed by the people who put them there.”

Even after the patient is in the operating theater, there is another physician-led time out before any incisions are made. Fairchild says this empowers employees, promotes communication and the implementation of fail-safe procedures. Many additional steps are included in the Crane

in quality healthcare and the role that plays in enhancing the overall image, and health, of the Berkshires,” said Cooper. “We certainly have seen that in their recent efforts to stabilize and restore needed healthcare services in Northern Berkshire.”

When North Adams Regional Hospital closed in March of 2014, Berkshire Health Systems quickly stepped in and assumed responsibility for essential healthcare services, including primary care and OB/GYN practices, home health care and hospice services, laboratory and imaging. In May, BHS opened a 24-hour Satellite Emergency Facility in North Adams, providing comprehensive critical and non-critical emergency care services. As a result, BHS hired over 150 former North Adams Regional Hospital employees to provide these services.

“We are so pleased to be recognized by 1Berkshire, an entity that fosters the ability to join forces to advance economic development,” said David Phelps, President and CEO of BHS. “The future of healthcare in the Berkshires is dependent on our ability to provide clinical excellence and economically sustainable services. We do this through continual investments in our people, our facilities and our technology. Examples of this include our unique partnership with the Elms College, providing tuition-free education for our employees who wish to advance in nursing, and other similar education initiatives, and our ongoing physician recruitment efforts that have been successful in bringing world-class physicians to practice in our community.”

Center’s patient safety process, providing top-to-bottom initiatives, always with an eye on further improvement.

“We used Crew Resource Management to develop these initiatives, and we want to continue building on our success,” said Fairchild.

Outpatient Surgery Magazine serves as a meeting place and a marketplace for decision-makers in facilities where ambulatory surgery is done. The magazine facilitates the exchange of ideas, advice, experiences and information between surgical facility management team members. Issued monthly, it also delivers relevant info and advice from experts, professional advisors, industry, and others.

For more information, visit www.outpatientsurgery.net.

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The BHS Audiology & Hearing Center was on display in late September, as a public open house was held to show off the state-of-the-art facility at 510 North Street. Throughout the day on September 23rd, many from the general public, and BHS employees, toured the new center to see and hear the latest in audiology and hearing services.

Audiology Services Shows Off New Center

The Open House was open to the general public and also to BHS employees, who had the chance to see the latest advances in audiology and hearing testing and services. Here, O’Bert and Audiologist Glen Datres greet visitors to the Open House event.

Pamela O’Bert, an Audiologist with the BHS Audiology & Hearing Center, gave tours of the new facility at 510 North Street.

The Audiology & Hearing Center uses state-of-the-art testing technology.

Hearing aids have evolved greatly over the years, and now come in all shapes and sizes for all tastes and needs, as shown here.

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Ecu-Health Care, a non-profit community organization that provides Northern Berkshire residents with information and application assistance to access state health insurance programs, has announced that it will relocate to the Northern

Berkshire Campus of Berkshire Medical Center, effective October 24th. Ecu-Health Care will occupy the second floor office it had used for many years prior to the closing of the former North Adams Regional Hospital, 71 Hospital Avenue. The office is in the former Doctor’s Building, located between the Ambulatory Care Center and the Clark House.

Ecu-Health Care is currently located at 26 Union Street in North Adams. The office will be closed on October 23rd for the move, reopening on October 24th. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5 pm.

“Since the closure of North Adams Regional Hospital, Berkshire Health Systems has provided Ecu-Health Care with significant support, allowing us to quickly move to new quarters in early April, and BHS has consistently aided us in continuing our mission for the community,” said Charles “Chip” Joffe-Halpern, Executive Director of Ecu-Health Care. “We are grateful that we can now return to the office setting at the BMC Northern Berkshire Campus, and I thank Berkshire Health Systems for its support of our organization.”

Ecu-Health Care Moving Back to Former North Adams Hospital Site

Fall is a sight to behold in the Berkshires, and on September 26th and 27th, BMC staff was given a chance to celebrate the arrival of Fall, and BMC’s recognition as a 100 Top Hospital, with a Fall Festival held in the Courtyard on the 26th and in the Café for third shift staff overnight on the 27th.

BMC Celebrates

the Fall Season

Food was plentiful at the Fall Festival, with a focus on healthy eating, as well, with baskets of fresh local apples available.

Hundreds of BMC employees celebrated the Medical Center’s 100 Top Hospital honor and the arrival of Fall during the Fall Festival held on September 26th and 27th.

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The Employee Electronic Record, known as MyBHS, moves into its next phase in the near future with the addition of Performance Manager, an electronic system that will help the organization improve the communication of job expectations and evaluation of performance. Performance Manager is a paperless system for performance appraisals, job descriptions, skills and goals all merged into one place and specifically designed for healthcare.

“Performance Manager will help Berkshire Health Systems to provide a faster and more efficient approach to appraisals for managers and their staff,” said Arthur Milano, BHS Vice President of Human Resources.

“This will benefit all employees, with managers having access to a comprehensive online appraisal system and staff getting a clearer vision of goals and objectives and how to meet them.”

Performance Manager includes not only the paperless performance appraisals, but also: online job descriptions, including employee electronic sign-off; electronic workflows; automated notifications of due dates for appraisals; improved process for introductory reviews; position and coaching feedback for reference; manager and staff goal collaboration; and a streamlining of all aspects of the process to one central source.

On-Site Training: Manager training sessions will be offered on November 5th and 6th in four locations and with eight training sessions. This training is required for all managers who have direct reports. The times and locations are listed below and are also available via BHS Employee Web Portal, manager emails and the next issue of Scope.

Performance Manager is Next Phase of MyBHS

Ecu-Health Care Moving Back to Former North Adams Hospital Site

continued from page 4 “The services provided by Ecu-Health Care are crucial to the Northern Berkshire community,” said David Phelps, President and CEO of Berkshire Health Systems. “Access to health insurance and assistance in navigating the many options under the state health plans is an essential service, and Berkshire Health Systems is pleased to support Ecu-Health Care and the Northern Berkshire community.”

Ecu-Health Care is the designated outreach and enrollment site in Northern Berkshire for all of the Massachusetts health programs and also helps residents enroll in all supplemental programs associated with Medicare. The programs include: The new subsidized and unsubsidized Qualifed Health Plans implemented under national health reform, ConnectorCare, MassHealth, the Health Safety Net, the Children's Medical Security Plan, Medicare Part-D, Prescription Advantage for seniors and the disabled, Medicare premium assistance, reduced fee dental care, and all prescription assistance programs.

For more information on Ecu-Health Care, call 413-663-8711.

Nov 5th 7:30-9:30 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 5th 7:30-9:30 Clocktower 5th Floor IT

Nov 5th 10-12 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 5th 10-12 Clocktower 5th Floor IT

Nov 5th 12:30-2:30 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 5th 3-5 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 6th 7:30-9:30 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 6th 7:30-9:30 BMC Auditorium

Nov 6th 10-12 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 6th 10-12 BMC Auditorium

Nov 6th 12:30-2:30 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 6th 12:30-2:30 BMC Auditorium

Nov 6th 3-5 Bishop Clapp IT Classroom

Nov 6th 3-5 BMC Auditorium

Nov 5th 7:30-9:30 FVH Andrews House

Nov 5th 10-12 FVH Andrews House

Nov 5th 12:30-2:30 FVH Andrews House

Nov 5th 3-5 FVH Andrews House

Nov 6th 7:30-9:30 FVH Andrews House

Nov 6th 10-12 FVH Andrews House

Nov 6th 12:30-2:30 FVH Andrews House

Nov 6th 3-5 FVH Andrews House

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Visit the WellnessWorks page of the employee portal for more information and to register for any of our programs. https://www.bhswellnessworks.org

Bringing Health & Wellness to Life

WellnessWorks (413) 447-3100

Join the “No Dumping Zone”

Challenge

Why? Because it is hard to lose or maintain weight while being tempted by unhealthy treats! It’s time to change your work environment to make it easier

to support making healthier choices. Studies have shown that simply moving a bowl of candy from a desk to a far-away file cabinet is enough to reduce consumption. Better results come with keeping the treats out of sight. We all know that the best option is to not bring it in at all.

Friday, October 30th to Friday, November 28th

(4 weeks)

Sign Up! If you aren’t able to attend simply email Jennifer Ward, RD, at jward@bhs1.org

Monday, Oct. 27 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

BMC, PDR “A”

Tuesday, Oct. 28 10:00 – 11:00 am

Central Block, Small Conference Room

Tuesday, Oct. 28 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

Clocktower, Entrance to 5th Floor

Thursday, Oct. 30 2:00 – 1:00 pm

Hillcrest Campus of BMC, Café

Friday, Oct. 31 12:30 – 1:30 pm

Fairview, Café

Yoga at Hillcrest Campus of BMC Cancer Center HEAL Room

11/6, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4 (no class on Thanksgiving)

$20 for 4 week series

The American Cancer Society recommends that women age 40 and older should have a mammogram every year and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health. While mammograms can miss some cancers, they are still a very good way to find breast cancer.

The most important thing is to see a doctor right away if you notice any changes in your breasts.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Stop by BMC Wednesday, October 22nd from 11:30 – 1pm outside PDR “C” for information

and to schedule your appointment.

FUN, Intensive Interval TrainingF.I.I.T. Classes Begin October 27th

Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:00 pm Hillcrest Campus of BMC, Cancer Center HEAL Room

All levels welcome-multiple exercise options available! This hour long class will feature both cardio and strength exercises all wrapped into one great workout. Strength exercises will be done using exercise bands and body weight. Bring an exercise mat or towel and water bottle.

Instructor Kristin Burgess, Certified Personal Trainer $80 for 8 weeks or $72

through payroll deduction. Completed registration form and 2014 Par-Q required.

Login to the WellnessWorks website or call ext. 3100.

T hLoan Sale

2014 We need to buy a bigger safe or loan out some money. Let’s help each other

out and consolidate those credit cards and old loans today!

We also have www.berkshirefcu,com Car – Home Equity & Personal Loans

* You must be credit qualified – On New loans only  

The Loan SALEBerkshire Federal Credit Union 

1450 East Street       M‐F 9‐4:00 | Drive up open until  4:30      | (413)‐447‐7772 

In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, BMC is offering Mammography

Screenings* for mployees that can be done during your regular work hours.

Free Screening Mammography for Employees

BHS Supports Your Health and Wellness!

*Insurance plans will be billed and co-payments waived. Call Becky Armstrong at 413-447-2751

for more information.

Accredited by American College of Radiology

American College of Radiology Breast Imaging Center of Excellence

Certified Quality Breast Center by National Quality Measures for Breast Centers

Appointments available October 20th through November 14th

Call Central Scheduling at 413-447-2451

to make an appointment.

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Job OpportunitiesBMC Postings 03/09/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr E/N5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/EStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 12 Hr/ESafety & Security, Lead Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/DSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/ESafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 24 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 32 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NHillcrest Health, Charge Entry, 40 Hr/DSmoking Cessation, Tobacco Treatment Counselor, 32 Hr D/EAnesthesia, Anesthesia Technician, 40 Hr/EWomen’s Imaging, Diagnostic Technologist, 32 Hr/DWomen’s Imaging, Mammography Tech., Non-ScheduledRadiology, Radiology Aide, 25 Hr/ENutrition, Dietitian, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NCase Management, Secretary, 8 Hr/D

BHS Posting 03/09/07Patient Accounting, Biller/Collector, 40 Hr

BMC Postings 03/16/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/ECritical Care, RN, 32 Hr D/ECritical Care, RN, 36 Hr D/E2 East Rehab, RN, 24 Hr D/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia, RN, 24 Hr/D Temp.Ambulatory Surgery, RN, 40 Hr/D3 East Blue, Clinical Team Leader, 40 Hr/EExpress Care, Physician Assistant, 40 Hr/RotatingRadiology, Ultrasound Technologist, 32 Hr D/ERespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/NRespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/N

BMC Postings 03/16/07 (continued)Access Services, Access Reception Specialist, 40 Hr/DPatient Relations, Patient Services Coordinator, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr E/NEnvironmental Services, Project Worker, 40 Hr/NTransport, Transport Aide, 24 Hr/EFood Services, Dietary Aide, Non-ScheduledStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 16 Hr/D

BVNA Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Health SystemsLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/DLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/D

BHS Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Visiting Nurse AssociationHome Health Aide, Non-Scheduled

For Fairview Hospital positions, contact Bertha Holcomb at(413) 528-0790. For all other positions, please call theBerkshire Health Systems Employment Office at 447-2784.

ScopePlease direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scopeto Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

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*Rates subject to change. 80% LTV. Max. loan amt. $150,000. No pre-payment penalty. Property insurance required. No appraisal fees. $175 recording fee. MA residents only.

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Scope is printed on 30% post-consumer recycled paper.

BMC Postings 08/22/08

American Heart Association Annual Heart Walk Sunday, September 28 at Wahconah Park. 9 a.m.– registration, 10 a.m.– walk. Anyone interested in par-ticipating, call Carol Nixon, ext. 9350. All walkers Earn 10 Wellness points.

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Job OpportunitiesBMC Postings 03/09/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr D/E5 South Medical, RN, 36 Hr E/N5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/E5 South Medical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DStroke Unit, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 24 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/EStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 12 Hr/ESafety & Security, Lead Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/DSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/ESafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 24 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 32 Hr E/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NSafety & Security, Safety & Security Guard, 16 Hr/NHillcrest Health, Charge Entry, 40 Hr/DSmoking Cessation, Tobacco Treatment Counselor, 32 Hr D/EAnesthesia, Anesthesia Technician, 40 Hr/EWomen’s Imaging, Diagnostic Technologist, 32 Hr/DWomen’s Imaging, Mammography Tech., Non-ScheduledRadiology, Radiology Aide, 25 Hr/ENutrition, Dietitian, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NCase Management, Secretary, 8 Hr/D

BHS Posting 03/09/07Patient Accounting, Biller/Collector, 40 Hr

BMC Postings 03/16/07Maternal Child Health/Special Care Nursery, RN, 32 Hr D/E3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.3 East Surgical, RN, 32 Hr/ECritical Care, RN, 32 Hr D/ECritical Care, RN, 36 Hr D/E2 East Rehab, RN, 24 Hr D/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia/Crisis, RN, 36 Hr/NPerianesthesia, RN, 24 Hr/D Temp.Ambulatory Surgery, RN, 40 Hr/D3 East Blue, Clinical Team Leader, 40 Hr/EExpress Care, Physician Assistant, 40 Hr/RotatingRadiology, Ultrasound Technologist, 32 Hr D/ERespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/NRespiratory Therapy, Registered Resp. Therapist, 40 Hr E/N

BMC Postings 03/16/07 (continued)Access Services, Access Reception Specialist, 40 Hr/DPatient Relations, Patient Services Coordinator, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr/DEnvironmental Services, Housekeeper, 40 Hr E/NEnvironmental Services, Project Worker, 40 Hr/NTransport, Transport Aide, 24 Hr/EFood Services, Dietary Aide, Non-ScheduledStroke Unit, Unit Secretary, 16 Hr/D

BVNA Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Health SystemsLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/DLTC, Referral Specialist, 40 Hr/D

BHS Postings 03/16/07Berkshire Visiting Nurse AssociationHome Health Aide, Non-Scheduled

For Fairview Hospital positions, contact Bertha Holcomb at(413) 528-0790. For all other positions, please call theBerkshire Health Systems Employment Office at 447-2784.

ScopePlease direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scopeto Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

Editor: Ruth BlodgettWriters: Mike Leary, Elzbieta “Ala”TrzepaczLayout and Printing: Deirdre McKenna, Materials Management

Are you ready for Spring?

Let Berkshire Federal Credit Union help you with the financing!

* New Driveway * Replacement Siding and/or Windows * Remodeling of the Kitchen or Bath

*Rates subject to change. 80% LTV. Max. loan amt. $150,000. No pre-payment penalty. Property insurance required. No appraisal fees. $175 recording fee. MA residents only.

700 North Street, Pittsfield, MA (413) 447-7772

Rates Starting at

7.75%*APRfor 10 years

ENTER TO WIN A $150 GIFT CARD

Please direct any comments, questions or suggestions for Scope to Development and Community Relations at 447-2060.

Editor: Ruth BlodgettWriters: Mike Leary, Lauren SmithLayout and Printing: Deirdre McKenna, Materials Management

C o m e G r o w W i t h U s !

Home Equity Loans

APR

Go green and create a

year-round retreat at home.

Pools Decks Porches Sunrooms Landscaping… and more!

Save fuel, Save money!

4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 24 Hr/E4 West Telemetry, RN, 32 Hr/E2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Observation, RN, 36 Hr E/N2 East Rehab, RN, 32 Hr/E3 East Blue, RN, 16 Hr/EMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 24 Hr D/NMaternal Child Health/Mother Baby Unit, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialMaternal Child Health/Pediatrics, RN, 32 Hr/E Temp.Renal, RN, 36 Hr D/EWomen’s Health/Men’s Health Care Coordination, RN, 30 Hr/DEndoscopy, LPN or Certified Surgical Technician, 40 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NOR, Perioperative Aide, 40 Hr/D Temp.Renal, Hemodialysis Technician, 30 Hr/DRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledRadiology, Imaging Support Specialist, Non-ScheduledBFS Neurology, Medical Assistant II, 40 Hr/DFood Services, Dietary Aide, 40 Hr/NMain OR, Preference Card Coordinator, 40 Hr/D BHS Postings 08/22/08Information Systems, Clinical Analyst – Pharmacy, 40 Hr/DInformation Systems, BFS Applications Specialist, 40 Hr/D Temp. BMC Postings 08/29/083 East Surgical, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special5 South, Clinical Leader, 40 Hr/EBehavioral Sciences/McGee Unit, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 32 Hr/ENOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night SpecialNOF, RN, 40 Hr/Night Special3 East Surgical, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/D5 South, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/DNOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 8 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/ENOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/NNOF, Nursing Assistant, 32 Hr/N4 West Telemetry, Unit Secretary, 24 Hr/NBehavioral Sciences, Psych Aide, Non-ScheduledBehavioral Sciences, Clinical Therapist, Non-Scheduled D/E/NBehavioral Sciences/Partial Hospitalization, Social Worker III, 8 Hr/DPharmacy, Pharmacy Tech I, 40 Hr/D BHS Posting 08/29/08BHS/BFS Billing, Patient Accounting Supervisor, 40 Hr/D Fairview Postings 09/03/08Med/Surg, Director of 2MS, CCU, SDC, 40 Hr/DRehabilitation, Occupational Therapist, Per DiemPharmacy, Pharmacist, 8 Hr/D-WeekendAdmitting, Admitting Officer, 34 Hr D/EMed/Surg, Nursing Assistant, 24Hr D/E/N

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BMC Postings 08/22/08

American Heart Association Annual Heart Walk Sunday, September 28 at Wahconah Park. 9 a.m.– registration, 10 a.m.– walk. Anyone interested in par-ticipating, call Carol Nixon, ext. 9350. All walkers Earn 10 Wellness points.

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To view job descriptions and/or apply for a position at Berkshire Medical Center,

Fairview Hospital or BVNA & Hospice, please visit our website at:

www.berkshirehealthsystems.org and click on “Employment”.

BHS Job Opportunities

Thanks and Recognition

In Memoriam• Deborah A. Middleton, who worked for North Adams Commons Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, died on September 24th at the age of 55.

• David P. Ahern, a security guard at the former Hillcrest Hospital, now the BMC Hillcrest Campus, died on September 28th at the age of 73.

• Lorraine M. Fletcher, who worked at both the former Pittsfield General and Hillcrest Hospitals, now Berkshire Medical Center, died on October 4th at the age of 86. She was a Registered Nurse at Pittsfield General until 1955, and worked at Hillcrest until retiring in 1990.

• Darlene L. Seckler, a Registered Nurse at the former Hillcrest Hospital and later Berkshire Medical Center, died on October 5th at the age of 59. She had served as an RN for over 40 years.

The staff of Berkshire Health Systems offers its deepest condolences to their friends and family.

S c o p e8

“From the parking valet to the kindness of my therapist, I wouldn't change a thing. Everyone was very helpful, cheerful and professional.” – Comment from a BMC Center for Rehabilitation patient

“I was at the Crane Center for two procedures in the past several months. The care I received each time was phenomenal. The staff is top notch.” – Comment from a Crane Center for Ambulatory Surgery patient

“We are so appreciative of all the services Fairview offers, but particularly Advocacy for Access – Cheryl and Jen are always there for us with the answers.” – Comment from a Fairview Hospital patient

“The doctors and nurses at the Mother Baby Unit have all been so warm and nice that if my husband and I ever decide to have another child, I have all the confidence in the world to come back here. Thank you all so much. We couldn't say it enough.” – Comment from a BMC Mother Baby Unit patient

“It was outstanding. Without reservation, I would highly recommend BMC to our many local friends and those who come to the Berkshires in the summer. If I have to be hospitalized or have any future surgeries, I wouldn't hesitate to come to BMC again, rather than some large hospital where you are just a number.” – Comment from a BMC Orthopaedic Unit patient

“Excellent group of professionals. Kind, caring, funny. Made me feel very comfortable. They performed their duties efficiently and caring for my comfort during my time there.” – Comment from a BMC Cardiology Services patient

Diabetes Awareness Event and North Berkshire Lecture

The BHS Diabetes Education Program, the Wellness staff and many other departments across the continuum will be participating in the annual Diabetes Awareness event in Pittsfield in November, and a community lecture on diabetes and nutrition will also be held in Northern Berkshire.

• Diabetes Awareness Expo – Tuesday, November 11th, 2 to 6 pm – Crowne Plaza, Pittsfield – Featuring educational and interactive displays on diabetes, screenings, free flu vaccinations, lectures on coping with diabetes and nutrition tips, healthy snacks and light dishes. Stop by anytime during the 2 to 6 pm period, or stay for all of it.

• Basics of Diabetes & Healthy Eating – Thursday, November 13th, 6 pm, Holiday Inn, North Adams – Join Dr. Iratxe Escurza, board certified and fellowship trained endocrinologist, and Registered Dietitian Jan Salzer-Ogden as they discuss diabetes care and making good food choices. Free and open to all. To register, call 447-2060 or register online at www.berkshirehealthsystems.org