Putnam County Hospital - Greencastle, Indiana

PCH School Nurse- Greencastle (RN, LPN, or MA) Job Summary This position would be located in Greencastle School district. This position is about 37.5 hours per school week, FT benefits eligible. The PCH School Nurse provides health services in schools. Their goal is to treat student injuries or illnesses and advise students, their parents or guardians, and staff on health issues. School Nurses are trained to support in-person treatment or treatment through telehealth supported by local providers Job Duties/Responsibilities Providing healthcare to students with acute or chronic health problems Conducting screenings and writing referrals for health services (e.g. Vision and dental screenings) Monitoring health plans for students Support of medication management for students with ongoing health needs Support and operation of telehealth program to connect students with local providers Follow the developed health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene Keep track of students' vaccination records Update students' medical history Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases) Performs other duties as assigned Job Requirements and Skills HS Graduate or equivalent, 18+ years of age 1-2 years of related experience Prior medical assistant experience with pediatrics in a healthcare or school setting Ability to support medication management for various students Prior experience and knowledge of health screening and tracking Preferred Skills: Certified medical assistant certificate

It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Meet our Breast Navigator, Kaleigh Carrico! What does your role do? As the breast nurse navigator I do my best in providing an extra support resource for our patients who encounter breast cancer. I get the pleasure of meeting with these patients to help them understand what their upcoming days, treatments, and appointments may look like with hopes to alleviate the anxiousness that can come with their diagnosis. I have the pleasure of following these patients throughout their journey to ensure all of their questions are answered, their needs are met, and they are getting the best possible care they can get. I strive to provide as much support as I can as the breast navigator by providing community education with prevention and screening, answering questions, and educating on hospital resources that are available. It is my goal to ensure every patient I encounter feels like their health is our priority while providing full support and guidance throughout their health journey. What is the best part of your job? The opportunity to meet these patients and build a relationship with them is the absolute best part of this job. They become family and to know these patients trust us with their care is a feeling that is indescribable. I am honored to be able to have conversations with our patients and to be their listening ear, their shoulder to lean on, and their hand to hold when things seem so uncertain. Why did you choose the cancer center? Being able to provide care to patients who truly appreciate nurses makes this job so incredibly enjoyable. The patients want you there just as much as you want to be there. Cancer is an awful disease and it's even more awful to watch the pain patients and their families encounter throughout their cancer journey, being an oncology nurse gives me the gift to provide a small brightness during a dark time. I get to experience courage every day our cancer patients walk through our doors and how admirable is that!? For more information, visit us at www.pchosp.org

Putnam County Hospital is proud to provide high quality Nuclear Medicine studies. Nuclear medicine is a medical specialty that uses radioactive tracers (radiopharmaceuticals) to assess bodily functions and to diagnose and treat disease. Specially designed cameras allow doctors to track the path of these radioactive tracers. To see how organs or tissues are functioning (diagnosis). Doctors use nuclear medicine tests to diagnose, evaluate, and treat various diseases. These include cancer, heart disease, gastrointestinal, endocrine, or neurological disorders. Nuclear medicine determines how the body is functioning at a cellular level. Nuclear Medicine procedures are very safe. PCH offers the following Nuclear Medicine Studies: •Cardiac Imaging (Cardiac Stress Testing, Cardiac Output) •Abdominal Imaging (Kidney, Liver, Spleen, Stomach, Small and Large Intestine) •Osteo Imaging (Bone Scan) •Thyroid Imaging (Thyroid Uptake, Para Thyroid Function) •Vascular Imaging (GI Bleed) •Breast Imaging (Sentinel Node Localization) •Lung Imaging (Perfusion/Ventilation) Services are offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday 7a-3p by a board certified technologist. For more information, call 765.301.7300 or visit www.pchosp.org

Putnam Pediatrics and Internal Medicine takes great pride is providing exceptional healthcare close to home. Chloey Berry has agreed to share the incredible experience her children have had with Stephanie Elliott, APRN, FNP-C Chloey said that Stephanie communicates with bother of her children in a professional, yet relatable manner and is always listening to the needs of their family and then prioritizes proper care. "Stephanie's heart is truly present at every visit. She cares and as a mother I have never questioned that or felt pushed to the side. She truly wants to build a connection." Chloey said Choley said that the entire Putnam Pediatrics and Internal Medicine makes every visit tolerable with their positive energy and expertise. She said having little ones and always being in and out of the doctors office, it is important to know that the right people are in your corner, and at Putnam Pediatrics and Internal Medicine they are. She loves that questions are answered promptly and gives her the peace of mind she needs. Chloey and her family love all of the staff! For more information or to schedule an appointment with Stephanie, visit www.pchosp.org or all 765.301.7400

The Putnam County Sheriff Office and the Greencastle Police Department are once again teaming up to participate in the National Drug Take Back Day on Oct. 26, 2024. We are moving the event back the Greencastle High School which is where we started back in 2011