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St. Francis News
Wag Therapy: Medicine is going to the dogs
January 20, 2020 - Join us for a little Wag Therapy at a CHI Health hospital campus near you.
Public Notice of Scheduled Site Visit to CHI Health St. Francis by ANCC Magnet Recognition Program Appraisers
January 20, 2020 - CHI Health St. Francis has applied to the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) for the prestigious designation of Magnet.
CHI Health St. Francis helps to find a cure for cancer
December 18, 2019 - The CHI Health Regional Cancer Center at St. Francis hospital has been chosen to join the Cancer Moonshot program.
New Cancer Center at St. Francis Opening Soon
December 13, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis invites the public to help celebrate the opening of their new cancer center.
St. Francis honors those who have given the “Gift of Life”
December 09, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis and Live On Nebraska, will honor central Nebraska’s donors during a Holiday Donor Remembrance Open House.
Expertise of St. Francis Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center recognized by BCBS
November 22, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis Alcohol and Drug Treatment Center has been selected to be part of the Blue Distinction Center for Substance Use Treatment and Recovery.
St. Francis Oncologists honored by National Cancer Institute
November 20, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis Cancer Treatment Center recognizes two oncologists who were awarded for their research and clinical trial programs.
St. Francis Hosting Trunk-or-Treat Event
October 21, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis is hosting a Trunk-or-Treat event for families this October.
New Surgeon, Dr. Simorov, Joins St. Francis
October 07, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis Specialty Care adds new surgeon to their team.
CHI Health Hosts Events for Breast Cancer Awareness in October
September 25, 2019 - October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and CHI Health is hosting several events to raise awareness that early detection is key for prevention.
2019 St. Francis Mother Bonzel Award
September 24, 2019 - Awarded for her service in the community, this years winner of the St. Francis Mother Bonzel Award is Kelli Eriksen.
Adriana Lopez receives CHI Health St. Francis Caring Kind Award
July 01, 2019 - The recipients of this prestigious award go above and beyond the call of duty to demonstrate compassion for patients and dedication to service excellence in their job responsibilities.
CHI Health Hospitals Receive Gold and Silver Stroke Care Awards
June 24, 2019 - Seven CHI Health hospitals have received the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Get With The Guidelines® Target: Stroke Quality Achievement Award.
St. Francis Foundation’s Ticket to Win Kicking Off Year Three on June 5
June 03, 2019 - Proceeds from Ticket to Win, the main annual fundraiser for the Foundation, will help provide training and equipment to rural first responders , and will also support area individuals in the cancer recovery process through the hospital’s Renewed Hope project.
St. Francis Announces Volunteers of the Year
May 13, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis named Carolyn Davis and Gerri Williams as the 2018 Volunteers of the Year.
St. Francis Hosts Bike Rodeo for Teaching Bike Safety
May 07, 2019 - Biking causes many injuries and emergency room visits for children. CHI Health St. Francis is teaching bike safety skills.
St. Francis New Surgical Services
May 06, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis will take a ceremonial step forward Friday with the groundbreaking for its highly-anticipated new Surgical Services department.
CHI Health Participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Events
April 23, 2019 - CHI Health locations and pharmacies are participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday April 27th.
Good Samaritan and St. Francis Named Shaken Baby Prevention Education Champion
April 22, 2019 - CHI Health Good Samaritan and St. Francis were recently recognized as Abusive Head Trauma/Shaken Baby Prevention Education Champions.
CHI Health St. Francis earns ACR accreditation
April 03, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in stereotactic breast biopsy as the result of a recent review by the American College of Radiology (ACR).
Add to CHI Health’s $10,000 Flood Relief Donation
March 22, 2019 - Join CHI Health in donation efforts for flooding victims at the Sidewalk Marathon kickoff events.
CHI Health is Hosting a Health Care Career Exploration Camp
March 20, 2019 - Those in Kearney or Grand Island interested in learning about health care careers can apply for this program.
Meet Your Match on Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2019 - CHI Health introduces MyProviderMatch.com, a new tool to help you find a primary care provider who fits your needs based on a scientific algorithm.
Start the New Year Tobacco-Free
January 26, 2019 - Seven-week program to aid those who need to quit smoking will be offered in Grand Island and Kearney.
St. Francis Offering Free Child Safety Seat Inspections January 26
January 16, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis is offering free safety seat inspections from 12 p.m.-2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 26th. Come and learn how to comply with the new Child Passenger Safety Law.
One of Only Six in the State, CHI Health St. Francis Trauma Program Verified by College of Surgeons
January 11, 2019 - Six facilities in the state, including St. Francis, are verified trauma centers and with only three located west of Lincoln according to the ACS website.
Therapy Dog Visits CHI Health St. Francis Every Monday
January 10, 2019 - CHI Health St. Francis has a regular service dog named Rowdy that visits patients and staff to help spread joy.
St. Francis Foundation awarding $47,080 to area first responders and Project Breathe Right
December 19, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis Foundation presents grant of $47,080 to area first responders and St. Francis Project Breathe Rights. This will assist in faster responses to emergencies within the area.
St. Francis Family & Behavioral Medicine is Hosting an Open House on Dec. 6
December 04, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis Family & Behavioral Medicine hosts open house. Enjoy some refreshments while you tour the new space and meet the family medicine providers.
Santa Visited St. Francis
December 03, 2018 - Santa and Mrs. Claus will be visiting the St. Francis lobby on Thursday, December 6th. Stop by for some free cookies and photo opportunities!
St. Francis Launches First eICU in Area
November 28, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis implements a sophisticated, remote technology that adds second layer of care for ICU patients.
Dr. Wang Seeing Patients at St. Francis Family Medicine
November 02, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis Family Medicine is open and scheduling appointments for patients of all ages.
Trunk-or-treats bring out Halloween fun in safe environment
October 31, 2018 - Various businesses in Grand Island, including CHI Health St. Francis, held safe Trunk-or-Treat events for childrens' Halloween fun this past week.
St. Francis Breast Center Approved by NAPBC
October 22, 2018 - The CHI Health St. Francis Cancer Treatment Center is granted a three-year/full accreditation designation by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers (NAPBC), a program administered by the American College of Surgeons.
Women’s Imaging Center earns ACR accreditation
September 27, 2018 - The CHI Health St. Francis Women's Imaging Center earned the gold seal of accreditation.
Miller recipient of 2018 Mother Bonzel Award
September 21, 2018 - Renee Miller, a nurse at CHI Health St. Frances, was the 2018 winner of the Monther Bonzel Award for her time volunteering.
Cancer Treatment Center recognized by QOPI certification program
September 15, 2018 - The CHI Health St. Francis Cancer Treatment Center was recognized for successfully completing a three-year certification program.
St. Francis Cardio/Pulmonary Rehab Program Certified by Industry Leader
August 20, 2018 - St. Francis Cardio/Pulmonary Rehab Program Certified by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
St. Francis Re-Attains Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence Distinction
August 17, 2018 - The National Quality Measures for Breast Centers Program again gave St. Francis the excellence distinction for high-quality care.
St. Francis Diabetes Education Program Earns ADA Recognition
July 20, 2018 - The CHI Health St. Francis diabetes self-management education program in Grand Island has been awarded continued recognition from the American Diabetes Association (ADA).
St. Francis Breaks Ground on New Cancer Treatment Center
July 12, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis took a ceremonial step forward today with the blessing and groundbreaking for our highly-anticipated new Cancer Treatment Center facility.
CHI Health St. Francis Promotes Project Care Breathe Right
July 09, 2018 - Learn more about Project Care Breathe Right.
St. Francis Bringing Distracted/Impaired Driving Simulator to Grand Island
May 23, 2018 - Despite knowing the dangers, many American drivers still talk on a cellphone or text while behind the wheel.
Griffith Named Director of CHI Health St. Francis Foundation
May 17, 2018 - Melissa Griffith has been named as the new director of the CHI Health St. Francis Foundation.
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Yields Record Results
May 17, 2018 - A record haul of nearly one million pounds of unwanted and unused prescription drugs were dropped off during the Drug Enforcement Administration’s 15th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day.
St. Francis Recognizes Volunteers at Annual Luncheon
April 20, 2018 - CHI Health St. Francis hosted its annual appreciation luncheon to honor its volunteers on Thursday, April 19, at Grand Island Riverside Golf Club.
Dr. Ramaekers Presented with Physician Excellence Award
April 09, 2018 - Dr. Ryan Ramaekers was presented with the annual Physician Excellence Award.
CHI Health Maternity Centers Receive BCBS Recognition
March 16, 2018 - Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and Wellmark Iowa has recognized CHI Health Maternity Center locations with Blue Distinction Center for Maternity Care designations.
8 CHI Health Hospitals Named Safe Sleep Hospital Champions
December 08, 2017 - The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is pleased to announce 8 new CHI Health Safe Sleep Hospital Champions in the state.
St. Francis Offering ‘Freedom from Smoking’ Classes
November 15, 2017 - Information about St. Francis Smoking classes
St. Francis Cardiovascular/Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program Certified by Industry Leader
October 19, 2017 - CHI Health St. Francis announces the certification of its cardiovascular and rehabilitation program
New Quick Care Location Now Open Inside Grand Island Hy-Vee
September 05, 2017 - A new CHI Health Quick Care location is now open in the Grand Island Hy-Vee supermarket
New Quick Care Location Now Open Inside Grand Island Hy-Vee
September 05, 2017 - A new CHI Health Quick Care location is now open in the Grand Island Hy-Vee supermarket
St. Francis Foundation Distributes $56,470 to Area First-Responders
August 16, 2017 - St. Francis Foundation distributes $56,470 to area first-responders
Scott Named Surgical Services Director at St. Francis
August 02, 2017 - Randy Scott, MSN, RN, CNOR, is the new Surgical Services director at CHI Health St. Francis.
St. Francis Designated by DHHS as a Primary Stroke Center
July 14, 2017 - The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services recently designated 13 hospitals as Primary Stroke Centers.
St. Francis Sleep Lab Achieves Accreditation with ACHC
July 05, 2017 - CHI Health St. Francis announces its approval of accreditation status by Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for the services of its Sleep Lab.
Hadenfeldt Named 2017 Caring Kind Award Winner for St. Francis
June 30, 2017 - Rebecca Hadenfeldt was presented with the 2017 Caring Kind Award on Thursday, June 29, at CHI Health St. Francis Medical Plaza
CHI Health, UniNet, BCBSNE Sign Three-Year Contract
June 29, 2017 - Nebraska’s largest health care system, its clinically integrated network of providers and the state’s largest health insurer have joined to offer new low-cost.
St. Francis Recognized as Breast Center of Excellence
June 14, 2017 - CHI Health St. Francis Breast Center/Oncology has recently been recognized as a Certified Quality Breast Center of Excellence in the National Quality Measures.
Great News for Employers and Thousands of Nebraskans
June 07, 2017 - Nebraska’s largest health care system, its clinically integrated network of providers and the state’s largest health insurer have joined to offer new low cost insurance products based on value-based care.
ACR Awards St. Francis Three-Year Accreditation in CT
June 01, 2017 - CHI Health St. Francis has been awarded a three-year term of accreditation in computed tomography (CT) as the result of a recent review by the ACR.
Johnsen to Chair St. Francis Foundation Board for 2017-18
May 31, 2017 - The St. Francis Foundation Board has elected Jeremiah Johnsen as chair, Nick Suminski, as vice-chair and Micki Ward as secretary/treasurer for 2017-2018.
Anderson Receives Ticket to Win Grand Prize of $20,000 Cash
May 19, 2017 - Kaycee Anderson of Grand Island was the big winner in the CHI Health St. Francis Foundation’s Ticket to Win kickoff fundraiser.
CHI Health St. Francis Introduces Healthier Vending Machines
May 18, 2017 - When you think of vending machines, you don’t typically think of healthy snacks.
Hannon Named New President of CHI Health St. Francis
April 17, 2017 - Ed Hannon has been named the new president for CHI Health St. Francis. He will begin his new duties on May 23.
St. Francis Foundation Introduces New-Look Fundraiser
April 11, 2017 - Proceeds from the event will be split evenly to support training and equipment for rural first-responders in Hall, Hamilton, Howard, Merrick and Greeley counties and to support the out of pocket expenses — like gas, groceries and rent — for patients currently receiving treatment at the St. Francis Cancer Treatment Center.
Brabec, Frankforter Recognized by St. Francis on Doctors Day
March 31, 2017 - CHI Health St. Francis celebrated National Doctors Day on Thursday, March 30, and recognized several outstanding physicians for their excellent work in the medical community.
Rosales Named Environmental Services Director
March 08, 2017 - Armando Rosales has been named as the new director of Environmental Services at CHI Health St. Francis. Rosales will be sharing his leadership expertise between St. Francis and CHI Health Good Samaritan in Kearney.
Gowlovech Named 2017 Mother Bonzel Award Winner
March 01, 2017 - Jacy Gowlovech was named as the winner of the 2017 Mother Bonzel Award recently during a ceremony in the CHI Health St. Francis Chapel.
Cancer Treatment Center Receives CoC Achievement Award
February 20, 2017 - The CHI Health St. Francis Cancer Treatment Center was recently awarded the 2016 Outstanding Achievement Award by the Commission on Cancer of the American College of Surgeons.