Kindred Marketplace

By leveraging the purchasing power of all our employees, you can save on almost everything you want to buy. The Kindred Marketplace is a website for FT/PT employees that gives access to exclusive discount products and services! Once registered, employees can see discounts* up to 80% off standard market prices on items such as clothing, car rental, hotels, restaurants and much more.

Also, earn points for every dollar you spend and get even more stuff for free.

8,952 registered Kindred Marketplace members, and growing.

Computers- Employee pricing for all major brands

Eating In or Out - Up to 90% off at 18,000 locations

Personal Vacations - Air, Hotel & Car Rentals from Corporate Perks

Electronics - Best prices from manufacturers & retailers

Cell Phones - Discounts on your monthly bill

And More - Save at over 26,000 merchants

First Time Sign In Instructions:

Login: Use your Employee ID. Login must be 8 digits. For example, if your Employee ID is 123456, please enter 00123456.
Password: savings
***Your Employee ID is listed next to your name on your pay stub.
http://kindred.corporateperks.com/login

Employee Forums: Northwest & Phoenix

Brief presentation about the Market, Quality, Census, New Programs & whatever you would like to talk about...

Phoenix

Wednesday, June 26th at 9pm

Thursday, June 27th at 3pm (cake - birthday celebration)

in the PDR

Northwest

Thursday, June 27th

 7am (breakfast burritos) & 1pm (cake - birthday celebration)

in Dining Room

Adam Darvish, VP of Operations for the Southwest District

Will be attending both forums to address the

Strategic Initiatives for the Phoenix Market

Have Discussions…

Ask Questions…

Voice Your Concerns…

Make Suggestions…

 

All Employees Are Welcome

And Encouraged to Attend 

4th of July: Desserts

Friends, family and desserts...OH MY! What better way to end the 4th of July than with a firework show and some delectables. What is it about 4th of July that brings out people's creativity. That thought of "I know there is a cute way to decorate this"

Well let some of the creative work be done for you! Here are some adorably decorated 4th of July desserts with some even healthier options for those watching their figure or can't eat sugar or gluten.

July 4th Chocolate Covered Strawberries

High-Flying Flag Cake

Patriotic Jello Pie

4th of July Cupcakes

Independence Day Fruit Kabobs

Star Spangled Sandwich Pops

200 Injury Free Days!

The Importance of a Smile

"One of my coworkers , Alice, is able to comfort those around her without even saving a word. She projects a sense of calm and her positive spirit radiates a silent message to others.

When Alice was diagnosed with breast cancer, we all came together to pray for her as she underwent surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment. Her endurance and recovery only emphasized the inner strength she possess. Although we all knew she was fighting a hard and enduring many trials, Alice managed to keep a smile.

When Alice returned to work, we knew her presence would once more influence patients in a positive way.  One particular night, Alice was working with a patient who had been diagnosed with breast cancer. The  patient had undergone a mastectomy but was having a difficult time recovering, both physically and emotionally. She had been depressed and the hospitalization was making her recovery even more difficult.

I noticed Alice had been in that patient's room for a long time before returning to the nurse's station. Later, when the patient's IV pump started beeping, I went in to investigate and reset the pump. While I was there, the patient stopped me and smiled. That was the first time  I had seen her smile during her stay on our floor.

She started talking about Alice and what a special person she was. Of course, I wholeheartedly agreed with her. Giggling, the patient told me that she and Alice had compared their cancer battle wounds.

Because Alice had taken the time to communicate in a special way with this patient, she had relayed hope and helped this patient come to terms with her own fight with cancer. By projecting such a positive attitude about her own struggle, Alice had impacted this patient in a way no one else could. Alice had restored a sense of faith to a person who desperately needed it. Alice's friendly, caring demeanor, wrapped in her smile and positive attitude, had given this patient the gift of hope and put a smile on her face, as well."

- Submitted by Amy Little, Wellstar Kennestone

What's Right in Health Care compiled by Studer Group

Kindred PRIDE BINGO Numbers



4th of July: Decor

It was probably a long time ago when you recited those words last. Just a little American PRIDE to kick of some 4th of July fun. Nothing like getting in the mood before you do something patriotic. Another great way is to blast some Lee Greenwood "Proud to Be An American". Now that you are in the spirit here are some ideas to get your house looking like it is in the mood for some Independence Day fun.

Check out these great ways to spruce up the decor.

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Quotables

"I love what I do. I take great pride in what I do. And I can’t do something halfway, three-quarters, nine-tenths. If I’m going to do something, I go all the way." - Tom Cruise

      

June Message from the CEO: Heidi Miller

 It seems that the last few months have been ridden with natural disasters and in-human acts of violence that has left all of us in a vulnerable state.  The loss of innocent people and the agony from the families and victims is not even imaginable. 

So what can we do to make a difference? Our approach may be small and at times not noticeable but we can make a difference in the lives of our patients, co-workers and families.

 

When is the last time we pulled out a chair and sat down face to face with a patient to discover his/her personal hobbies and likes?

When is the last time we told discharging patients it was an honor to care for them?

When is the last time we approached one of our co-workers and asked how it was going and could you help?   You have 10 minutes to spare.

When is the last time we stopped to assist an elderly or disabled person through a door or pick an item off the grocery shelf?

When is the last time we went home and gave our loved ones a big hug for no reason?

Recently we put together a list of staff who volunteer or are participating in community activities.  The list was phenomenal and included several board members of non-profit organizations, to sewing items for hospice patients and hats for children with cancer, to working with handicapped children and pet therapy. Thank you to everyone who takes their personal time to help others. 

Never underestimate the difference you can make!

Heidi Miller, Market CEO

Quotables

"Disciplining yourself to do what you know is right and important, although difficult, is the highroad to pride, self-esteem, and personal satisfaction."  - Margaret Thatcher

Welcome New Hires!

Welcome to our Kindred family our newest family members!

A Day for Father's

Father's Day, unlike Mother's Day, didn't have the same momentum at it's start. Father's Day wasn't declared a federal holiday until 1972 when Richard Nixon signed it into proclomation 67 years after the first sponsored Father's Day. Father's have a special place in a child's heart and just as their mothers should be honered and reminded how much they are loved.

Here are a couple DIY Father's Day gifts that anyone could give their father.

1. Shadow Love: what a great idea! This can be done at any age with different messages - this one would stand the test of time.

 2. Father's Day Survey: This is just adorable for the younger kiddo in the family. How cute would these be compiled over the years to see how their answers change.

 3. Sweet Daddy: for the Dad that has a sweet tooth this is such a creative idea. You can customize and write anything - these could get very funny.

4. When it All Started: This is a true classic. Not only could it be done with bleach it could also be done using paints or even iron ons. This one is a keeper.

*Note: the names of the crafts are not the actual names from their sources - these names were created to easily identify the projects.

Reminder: Bedside Risk Management

Do NOT forget to attend one of the MANDATORY Bedside Risk Managmeent training classes being held throughout the month of June.

Sign Up sheets are available at each facility.

100+ Days of No Injury

Kindred-Northwest Staff is at

100+ days of no Employee Injuries.

Please join us on Thursday June 6^th for Root Beer Floats. Root Beer Floats will be available at 2:00pm in the Dining Room. For night shift, Root Beer Floats will be available at 12am in the Employee Lounge.

SAFETY NEVER HURTS

Employee of the Month: May 2013

Congratulating Heather Zane, RN-ICU at Northwest and Rosa Ayala, EVS at Phoenix for being the Employees of the Month for May 2013.

Both these ladies have shown their commitment to service and above average quality of work. Please congratulate these two shining stars!

June Birthdays

Wishing all of our June brithday babies a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

Birthstone: Pearl/Alexandrite

Zodiacs: Gemini and Cancer

Flower: Rose

Fun Fact: June in the Northern Hemisphere is the seasonal equivalent to December in the Southern Hemisphere and vice versa. In the Northern hemisphere, the beginning of the meteorological summer is 1 June. In the Southern hemisphere, the beginning of the meteorological winter is 1 June.

PHOENIX
Oliver Shanika, RN-ICU: 6/1
Roger Greteman, RN: 6/3
Maggie Murillo, Resp. Therapist: 6/4
Tapera Sabe, RN: 6/4
Traci Arellano, Admission Assoc: 6/7
Suzy Stellino, Rehab: 6/7
Maria Herrera, PCT: 6/14
Tammy Weinland, Med. Technologist: 6/15
Alee Kovaric, PCT: 6/16
Charles Bambulas, Food Svc Mgr: 6/19
Phillip Peterson, Resp. Therapist: 6/25
Tuesday Dennis, LPN: 6/27
Lida Randolph, Med. Staff Coordinator: 6/27

NORTHWEST
Bonnie Tarvin-Abrams, Monitor Tech: 6/1
Sharice Norman, Rad. Tech: 6/2
James Sederstrom, Resp. Therapist: 6/2
Chinenye Nwafor, RN: 6/6
Robyn Rahrman, RN: 6/7
Nenia Javier, RN: 6/15
Siony Saile, RN: 6/16
Kimberly Picicci, Nursing Sup: 6/22
Lucinda Boyd-Begay, Rehab: 6/27
Tammy Roe, Monitor Tech: 6/28