Lego team-building helps trial new IV pump inventory process
Caregivers from throughout the hospital gathered last week for a simulation exercise to test a new centralized process for IV pump inventory replenishment. Participating
Sparrow among top 5% in country for barcode scanning
Sparrow Hospital Caregivers have achieved a success rate of above 99 percent for scanning Patient medications – among the top 5 percent of all Epic users in the
Nine practices designated Patient-Centered Medical Homes
Nine Sparrow Medical Group practices have achieved and/or maintained Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.
Sparrow named among Most Wired Hospitals in nation
Sparrow has been named one of the nation’s Top Most Wired Hospitals, following the success of its electronic medical record system and other huge technological
Sparrow, area organizations focus on emergency preparedness
Sparrow participated in a community meeting Aug. 12 that brought together leaders of organizations that would work together during a large scale disaster. The meeting,
Super Heroes recognized at Sparrow Day at the Ballpark
Caregivers filled the stands on Aug. 10 as the Lansing Lugnuts faced off against the West Michigan Whitecaps during the annual Sparrow Day at the Ballpark.
Lynne Ash of Bath named August Volunteer of the Month
The Sparrow Women’s Board of Managers and the Volunteer Services Department have nominated Lynne Ash of Bath as the August 2014 Volunteer of the Month. Ash began
Sparrow Clinton Hospital sponsors cancer Patient beauty program
Chemotherapy and radiation treatments can greatly impact a cancer Patient’s self esteem. That’s why Sparrow Clinton Hospital and the American Cancer Society
July 31 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day
July 31 is National Heatstroke Prevention Day, and we want to remind you that child heatstroke in cars can happen even in mild weather. Heatstroke deaths have happened
Sparrow Clinton celebrates new Emergency Services facility
Community and Sparrow leaders officially “cut the ribbon” July 30 on a new Emergency Services facility at Sparrow Clinton Hospital during the first of three
Family raises funds to support Children’s Center patients
Sparrow kids have the latest gaming systems and new games to enjoy thanks to the family of Bradley “Jay” Ford, who lost his battle with cancer last year. Bradley’s
Sparrow unveils new mobile- and tablet-friendly website
Sparrow has upgraded its website to make it easier to use for those on mobile devices and tablets. The updated site will adapt to all devices and screen sizes,
Future DOcs graduate, renewed focused on careers in medicine
Sixteen students in the inaugural class of the Future DOcs program in Lansing graduated from the program in a ceremony on Saturday, July 26.
Labor and Delivery Nurse recognized for lasting impact
Linda Erspamer, RNC, was recognized with the July DAISY Award for the “magnitude of difference” she made for a couple during the birth of their first child.
Runners/Walkers stretch legs and limits in Mint City Races
Area runners and walkers hit the streets Saturday, Aug. 2, for the Mint City Races sponsored by Sparrow Clinton Hospital with support from Playmakers. The 10 Mile