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I’m Tom Tibbitts. When John Knox resigned, Bill Leaver, CEO of Iowa Health System, and the Allen Hospital board asked me to consider serving as interim CEO. I welcomed the chance. I’ve known Rick Seidler and John Knox for many years, and I’ve always known there’s something special about Allen. Now I can find out what it is for myself.
Here’s a bit about me. I was CEO for Trinity Hospital in Fort Dodge from 1980 until I retired in 2008. As you can see, retirement didn’t last long. I like to work, and I really like hospitals and the people who make them tick. So I took on projects for IHS, and then Bill asked me to serve as interim CEO at Trinity Quad Cities until Rick Seidler arrived.
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My wife of 46 years and I have three grown daughters, all living in Iowa. I love golf, and while I don’t have my PGA Tour card yet, I can beat Seidler. I do love healthcare, and it seems to run in the family, since one daughter is a dentist and my youngest is an obstetrician. Also, though he keeps it quiet, Steve Slessor is my nephew. I’m also a car nut, so if your idea of fun starts somewhere north of 400 horsepower, see me. Meanwhile, here’s what to expect from me. I will be here a lot. I live in Fort Dodge, but I’ll stay in Waterloo during the week. I’ll be visible and accessible. If you see me here evenings or weekends, don’t be startled. I like to walk around hospitals, regardless of where I’m working. My job is to help you do your jobs, and I want to know what you need. When you see me, call me Tom. I want to meet you all.
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| Here’s what I know about you so far. Allen is a terrific place, but without you, it’s just real estate. You make this place go. John Knox was an important part of that, too, and we all owe him our thanks and best wishes. I don’t want to minimize his departure, but I do want to suggest it’s a good time to focus on this truth. We are Allen, but Allen is bigger than any one of us. Allen was here before we arrived, and it will be here after we’re gone. Our job is to use the time and opportunity we have to make it a great place today and an even better place for the people who will follow us. |
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| My goal is to work with each of you to strengthen the existing culture at Allen that will provide 1) excellent care to our patients, 2) an environment where we care about each other, and 3) an opportunity to have fun. Thanks for allowing me to become a part of the Allen family. - Tom |
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Allen Hospital’s namesakes, Henry B. Allen and his wife Mary, settled in Waterloo in the 1860’s. Henry practiced law and then banking while residing here. They raised horses on the 80 acres of land that he eventually donated: ground where Allen Hospital and Allen College stand today. He also gave $200,000 to build a hospital to welcome and care for all who come to its doors. Henry also left another mark on Allen - a bequest that has since produced an annual income for the hospital
Henry also left an even greater mark on Allen – in his estate he left a bequest that has since produced an annual income for the hospital. This bequest is managed by the Henry B. Allen Family Foundation, and this year, we are celebrating 50 years of the Foundation’s existence. The Foundation has given over $1 million to Allen Hospital.
Henry and Mary loved their life in Iowa, and chose to make a gift that would last for generations. In honor of Henry and Mary Allen as well as all the donors to Allen Health System, we celebrate National Philanthropy Day this month. Thank you for your generosity. Be Like Henry!
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Why I Contribute to Cedar Valley United Way
Marty Colwell, Organization & Professional Development Director
“United Way does such collective good for our community. I know my giving impacts what is important to me – poverty, children, women, and mental health issues.”
“Allen College gives the Cedar Valley a wonderful gift - great nurses and healthcare professionals. I give to be a part of that gift.”
Click here to download an on-line form. Please remember to return your pledge card to the Foundation office. If you have not received a pledge card, please contact Erin at ext 3960 or iversoej@ihs.org.
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Allen director of cardiac services Paula Geise welcomed 400 guests to the annual Go Red for Women at Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center on November 4. Allen Hospital is the presenting sponsor for Go Red and the Heart Walk.
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POS Print Shop Forms
Make sure you are putting these in an inner office envelope and not faxing them directly to POS. Also, please remember to check your OM Direct order form before filling out a POS “Green” sheet. Many items have been given numbers and we are still seeing them ordered manually and faxed directly. This effects usage and tracking as well as pricing. Thanks for your help!
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Success
The Allen classifed ads work! Little Riley, a dog that needed a new home after an associate couldn't keep him, was adopted through a successful ad in the Allen classified ads. Click here and click on "search" to search all ads and click on "new classified" to place an ad. |
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100 Great Iowa Nurses Nominations Open
Nominations are open for the 8th annual Great Iowa Nurses recognition. The program honors nurses whose courage, competence and commitment to patients and the nursing profession stand out above all others.
Allen has had 27 nurses honored in the first seven years of the program. The key to producing winners is submitting compelling nominations. You can nominate online now at www.greatnurses.org. Click Nominate a Nurse on the home page. If you prefer, you can download and print a hard copy nomination form. You can also check the site to see prior winners.
Nominations must be e-mailed or postmarked by December 30, 2011. Winners will be announced March 1, 2012.
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| Celebrate the Season Allen Auxiliary Gift Shop Open House a Success! |
Gift Shop Events
UPCOMING EVENTS
November 22 - Masquerade Jewelry Sale
December 12 and 13 - South Bend Chocolate Sale
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Evidence-Based Practice Presentation at Allen College
Week #3
November 7
1:15 - 3:00 pm
Mid America Classroom
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Book Store for Lowell Elementary
Lowell Elementary School is starting a book store with new or used books which the students may purchase for 25 cents. The purpose of the book store is to encourage students to keep up their reading skills thorougout the year, especially during the summer when school is not in session. You may drop books off at the Quality Improvment office for Rose Earnest, who is a member of Lowell's Partner in Education board. Questions at 296-2261. Thanks for your help.
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Lowell Elementary Holiday Adopt-A-Family Project
Lowell Elementary serves families that live in the heart of Waterloo. Many of our families are low income and will have a very bleak holiday season without your help. We currently have 73 families on adopt-a-family list and need organizations and individuals who are will to help by adopting them for the holidays. You or your organization will be provided with a detailed “wish list” of items that the family needs and you can choose from this list what you would like to purchase. All items need to be wrapped and delivered to Lowell by Wednesday, December 21st. The adopted families will then come to Lowell to pick up their items.
This is a great way to show you care and help out families here in the Cedar Valley. If you are interested, please contact:
Carole Gustafson - gustafsonc@waterloo.k12.ia.us.
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Strengthening Families Program Offered
Iowa State University Extension is offering the Strengthening Families Program for parents and youth ages 10 to 14. The weekly series begins November 14 with a welcome dinner followed by a two hour parent/youth and family learning session at the George Washington Carver Academy, 1505 Logan Avenue in Waterloo. The program is delivered with seven sessions for parents, youth, and families using realistic videos, role-playing, discussions, learning games, and family projects. Meals are included. Childcare is provided for younger children and transportation can be arranged, if needed.
The Strengthening Families Program is a parent, youth, and family skills-building curriculum designed to:
* prevent teen substance abuse and other behavior problems,
* strengthen parenting skills, and
* build family strengths.
The program has been proven effective in delaying the onset of adolescent substance use, lowering levels of aggression, increasing the resistance to peer pressure in youth and increasing the ability of parents/caregivers to set appropriate limits and show affection to and support of their children.
To register, call Madelyn Ridgeway, Families Program Specialist at Iowa State University Extension at (319) 234-6811 between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm weekdays.
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