Select Specialty Hospital (Camp Hill, PA)

Select Medical Vice President of Employee Safety Marcia Easley receives COVID-19 vaccine at Select Specialty Hospital Durham from Director of Quality Management Christen Burns. Hi, my name is Marcia Easley and I’m the vice president of employee safety at Select Medical. I am also a 56 year-old, African American woman, and I am wearing this hat because I have crazy pandemic hair! I am getting the COVID-19 vaccine simply because I want to live. My mother used to say that to...morrow is not promised to anyone, but I believe this vaccine ups my odds of seeing many more tomorrows. As I hear statistics regarding the number of patients and healthcare workers who are COVID-19 positive, my heart is heavy as I think about all of my clinical colleagues who are taking care of these critically ill patients, have lost loved ones along the way, or battled back from the virus themselves during this pandemic. While no vaccine is 100 percent effective, this one is pretty close. I volunteered to share my thoughts with you today, because people in black and brown communities are dying at twice the rate of our white friends, colleagues and neighbors. I believe in science, and while there may be questions about the long-range effects of this vaccine, I would rather take my chances with that rather than having potentially serious and long-term health issues should I get COVID-19, and be fortunate enough to live through it. Everyone has to make their own personal choice, but part of my job is to get the word out about how to remain safe at work. In my 27-year healthcare career, there has never been a more important message than this one. When the opportunity to be vaccinated comes your way, I strongly encourage you to do it so we can all look forward to our tomorrows.

From the 50,000 members of the Select Medical team across the country, we wish you and your family a safe and happy New Year. #NewYears #2021

Happy holidays from the entire team at Select Medical. We hope everyone takes a moment to reflect on all the things we are fortunate to have and the people who mean the most to each of us. #StaySafe #Hanukkah #Kwanzaa #Christmas

It’s National Influenza Vaccination Week. This week is another reminder that there is still time to roll your #SleeveUp and get your annual flu shot to protect yourself and your loved ones. It’s especially important for people with certain chronic conditions like asthma, heart disease, and diabetes to get vaccinated. Make a plan to get vaccinated, visit: http://ow.ly/t68z50CFYXd

This year has brought challenges and changes. As we reflect on 2020 ahead of the holiday season, we hold space for those who experienced loss and celebrate with gratitude the hard work and ongoing healing that has occurred across the country. To our PATIENTS and their FAMILIES, thank you for entrusting us with your care. From our specialty hospitals’ most critically ill patients to those seeking recovery from injury or illness in our rehabilitation hospitals and outpatient c...enters, everything we do focuses on helping YOU recover. To our COLLEAGUES, your unwavering COMMITMENT to our patients, their families and each other is our greatest asset. This year has been unprecedented, but your dedication and resilience has impacted the lives of thousands of patients. To the COMMUNITIES we call home, it is our PRIVILEGE to serve you. Through our specialty hospitals and physical therapy centers, and joint venture partnerships with some of the nation’s leading health systems, we are honored to provide a continuum of post-acute at a time when our nation needs it most. #Thanksgiving #Thankful

8 TIPS FOR TAKING CARE OF THE CAREGIVER #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth 1. Seek support. Hospitals, social services agencies and other organizations offer a wide range of programs and resources. Many offer local support groups, meal programs, transportation and other assistance that can help ease the burden of care. 2. Get connected. There are many online groups and mobile apps that can connect people facing similar circumstances, offer ways to manage needs, and provide other... resources, strategies and support. 3. Keep in touch. It’s important to maintain relationships with family, friends, co-workers, and others in their community. A friendly phone call, a shared joke, or a brief text message can go a long way. 4. Ask for help. Don’t be afraid to reach out and ask for assistance. Family, friends and others are often willing to help, but may be unsure of what they can do. 5. Exercise and eat well. Even if you can’t get to the gym, talking a walk, doing yoga or exercising can help to reduce stress, improve your health and feel energized. Be sure to follow a healthy diet. All too often, caregivers fail to eat properly, which leads to weight gain or loss, higher cholesterol levels and other problems. 6. Get some rest! A lack of sleep can lead to serious physical, psychological and cognitive issues from falls to forgetfulness. Give your body the time it needs to rest and re-charge. 7. Create some me time. Don’t overlook your own needs/interests. Make arrangements to get a haircut, go to a movie or simply to have some personal time to pursue hobbies or activities you enjoy. 8. Be patient with yourself. Being a caregiver is an enormous responsibility and a role that few people are prepared for. Over time, you will learn how to manage this role. You will figure out what works for you and your loved one, as well as for your family. And you will understand the reward that comes from doing the best you can to help an important person in your life.

The COVID-19 pandemic put a spotlight on the pivotal role respiratory therapists play in helping critically ill patients liberate from the ventilator and continue their recovery. In the face of incredible challenges, our respiratory care teams rose to the occasion amid the pandemic, providing healing, hope and a hand to hold for more than 4,000 COVID-19 patients since March. In this video, Select Medical Director of Respiratory Services for Specialty Hospitals LoriAnn Kettler discusses the passion and focus our respiratory teams bring to their work. #RCWeek20

During hospitalization, case managers smooth the path forward, connecting patients and families to vital medical, community and therapeutic resources. In celebration of National Case Management Week (Oct. 11-17), we honor our critical illness recovery and inpatient rehabilitation case managers for the vital role they play in restoring quality of life.

Select Medical is honored to be recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State (Pennsylvania) Employers 2020 by Forbes. Employers were selected based on an independent survey of 80,000 Americans working for businesses with at least 500 employees. All surveys were anonymous, allowing participants to openly rate their employers on a variety of criteria including safety of work environment, compensation competitiveness, opportunities for advancement. In addition, respondents were... asked how likely they would be to recommend their employer to others, and to nominate organizations in industries outside their own. We are incredibly proud of this achievement, said John Saich, executive vice president and chief administrative officer at Select Medical. It speaks volumes to our high-caliber and dedicated workforce and our collective commitment to live the company’s mission, values and culture every day through the Select Medical Way. Read more: http://ow.ly/5jN550BEevm.

Do you have question about our Recovery and Reconditioning Program? Wondering what treatment looks like? Curious if you have to go to a center for care? Whatever questions you have, our team has the answers! Today, Alan Evans, vice president of education for Select Medical’s Outpatient Division, shares how our Recovery and Reconditioning Program can help you or a loved one recover from the after-effects of COVID-19. Learn more about our Recovery and Reconditioning Program by visiting http://ow.ly/jtQB50BBsAQ or http://ow.ly/MIdU50BBsBe. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth #COVID19

Select Medical critical illness recovery and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals have played an important role in helping patients recover from COVID-19. For many, the journey continues after discharge and that’s where COVID-19 support groups, like the one at Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation Hospital - Edwin Shaw, deliver guidance and comfort. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth

RISING TO THE OCCASION As the pandemic spread nationwide, the demand for post-acute services changed dramatically. Select Medical’s inpatient rehabilitation and critical illness recovery hospitals and outpatient centers faced new challenges in providing safe, quality care to both our usual patient populations and those with COVID-related diagnoses. We responded with an innovative program that redefined teamwork and collaboration across our network. We recently spoke with Da...Continue reading

Across the United States, thousands of people have been impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Many individuals are also compromised by a variety of acute and chronic conditions, such after-effects of the flu and cardiovascular disease. As patients recover from COVID-19 or other debilitating illnesses and conditions, they may be left with varying levels of deconditioning and weakness. Our compassionate team of clinical experts can help them continue to heal through our Recovery and Reconditioning Program. Learn more about our Recovery and Reconditioning Program by visiting http://ow.ly/amY750Bv40k or http://ow.ly/CkvS50Bv40g. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth

VIRTUAL VISITS: CONNECTING PATIENTS AND FAMILIES DURING COVID-19 As COVID-19 hit the U.S. in March, leaders at Select Medical immediately began strategizing on how to best protect patients in our critical illness recovery and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals from the virus while providing them with the care and therapy services they needed. By March 12, some hospitals were already in full lockdown mode, not allowing any visitors and more hospitals were expected follow in th...Continue reading

Many recovering COVID-19 patients have complex medical needs that require higher care levels, particularly those on ventilators. They face debilitating muscular weakness and ongoing respiratory, cardiac and cognitive issues, as well as balance and behavioral challenges. Critical illness recovery hospitals and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals provide essential post-COVID care, including ventilator liberation, strength-building mobility programs and therapies that retrain survivors to speak, walk and think. Multi-disciplinary care underpins it all, with a tightly coordinated, physician-led team of nurses, physical, occupational, speech and respiratory therapists, pharmacists and dietitians helping patients meet milestones and avoid fatigue-induced setbacks. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth

In Select Medical’s critical illness recovery hospitals and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals, multi-disciplinary care is the cornerstone of recovery. Christa Lohr, regional chief nursing officer for the inpatient rehabilitation division, and Nancy Toms, therapy manager for Select Specialty Hospital Phoenix, explain the unique recovery challenges COVID-19 survivors face and how our continuum of care positions them for success. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth

As the COVID-19 pandemic landed in the U.S., Select Medical was uniquely positioned to support health systems across the country through our post-acute continuum of care. We developed processes and protocols, constructed dedicated COVID-19 units and cared for survivors recovering from the virus embracing challenge in the face of uncertainty. As cases continue to climb, our nationwide network of 130 critical illness recovery and inpatient rehabilitation hospitals stands ready to help manage patient flow and critical care. We are especially grateful for those colleagues who played an integral role in the planning and execution of our response. #RehabilitationAwarenessMonth

Wishing all of our health care colleagues, patients, family and friends a safe and healthy Labor Day.