NEWS Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Now Offers Valet Parking Thursday, May 01, 2008 Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals will offer free valet parking for patients and visitors at its downtown campus, 2435 Forest Drive, beginning Monday, May 5. Providence Hospitals is the only hospital in the Midlands to offer this service. Free valet parking will be available in front of the main lobby Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on weekends from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. This service is complimentary, and tips will not be accepted. “Providence is committed to providing an excellent experience to everyone who comes to our hospital,” says Dusty Deringer, director of service excellence at Providence. “Valet parking offers convenience and allows our visitors to focus on their loved ones rather than worry about parking.” Owned by the Sisters of Charity Health System, Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals is known statewide for its compassionate care. This non-profit organization is licensed for 304 beds and is comprised of four entities: Providence Hospital, Providence Heart Institute, Providence Hospital Northeast and Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute. A faith-based health care facility in the Midlands area of South Carolina, Providence employs more than 1,900 caring individuals. Providence Hospital, located in downtown Columbia, was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Augustine in 1938. The facility is best known for the expertise in cardiac care it provides through Providence Heart Institute, which is recognized statewide as a referral center for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Providence Hospital Northeast was established in 1999 and offers a range of medical services in surgery, emergency care, women’s and children’s services and rehabilitation. Providence Northeast is home to Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute, which provides medical and surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of the bones, joints and spine. ### Seven Nurses at Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Receive Prestigious Statewide Award Monday, April 21, 2008 Seven nurses at Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals have received statewide recognition as Palmetto Gold winners. Virginia Ard, Stephanie Baker, Karen Buchanan, Kara Jones-Schubart, Katherine Miller, Elizabeth Myslinski and Jodi Shelton have been recognized for excellence with a Palmetto Gold award from the South Carolina Nurses Foundation. Palmetto Gold winners are selected for epitomizing excellence in their profession. Virginia (Jenny) Ard, RN – Ard has been a Providence Hospitals employee for more than 20 years. In addition to being a registered nurse, she is a certified diabetes instructor, aerobics instructor, advanced cardiac life support instructor and basic life support instructor. Ard received her associate degree in nursing from Florence – Darlington Technical College. She is a member of the South Carolina Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American Association of Diabetes Educators, an American Heart Association (AHA) Midlands Heart Walk team leader, an AHA Heart-to-Heart golf tournament organizer, and a Providence Heart Institute Red Dress Ambassador. Ard lives in Camden and is a member of Pisgah Baptist Church, where she teaches Sunday school, directs music and plays piano. In addition, she is an executive member of the Kershaw Baptist Association. She and her husband Buddy have three children: Jennifer, Kenny, and Matthew. Laura Herbert, director of Cardiovascular Heart Services at Providence, nominated Ard for the award, saying, “Jenny takes the time to get to know all of her patients during their rehabilitation. Because rehabilitation can often take months, she develops healthy, nurturing relationships with patients and thinks of them as part of her extended family.” Stephanie Baker, RN, BSN – Baker has been employed at Providence for more than 10 years. She is the clinical manager for the intermediate care unit (IMCU) at Providence and a member of the Association of Critical Care Nurses and Sigma Theta Tau, the international honor society of nursing. Baker received her associate degree in nursing from Midlands Technical College and a bachelor’s degree in science from Lander University in Greenwood, South Carolina. She resides in southeast Columbia with her two children, Madison and Jack. Baker was nominated by Kathy Miller, clinical manager of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Recovery at Providence, who said, “Stephanie works collaboratively with education to meet the needs of her staff. She also mentors nursing students and has made a real difference during her time at Providence.” Karen Buchanan, RN – Buchanan is a clinical educator in Providence Hospitals’ Organizational Development department. She is a member of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN). Buchanan received a diploma of nursing from Watts School of Nursing in Durham, NC. In addition, she has completed prerequisite courses at University of North Carolina in Wilmington, for the bachelor’s degree she is currently pursuing. Buchanan is an active member of Lugoff Friendship Baptist Church where she provides support in various ministries She lives in Lugoff with her husband James, associate pastor at Lugoff Friendship Baptist Church, her son Hunter, and daughter Olivia. Providence Clinical Educator Sheila Gatch nominated Buchanan, writing, “Karen is committed to patients, families and colleagues. She ensures that staff members are competent in providing patient care based on best practices.” Kara Jones-Schubart, RN, MSN – A Providence employee for five years, Jones-Schubart is a clinical educator in the Providence Hospitals’ extern program. She is a member of the South Carolina Nursing Association (SCNA), the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), and Sigma Theta Tau; the international honor society of nursing. Jones-Schubart, a resident of downtown Columbia, received her bachelor of science degree in nursing and a master’s degree in nursing from the University of South Carolina. Forrest Fortier, director of Organizational Development at Providence, nominated Kara, writing, “Kara is committed to providing compassionate nursing care to her patients and families. As a role model to staff and nursing students, she promotes excellence in patient care through mentorship.” Katherine (Kathy) Miller, RN, BSN, CCRN – Miller has been a Providence employee for five years and is currently the clinical manager for the Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgery Recovery unit. She is a member of the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), and Sigma Theta Tau; the international honor society of nursing. Kathy is president of the South Carolina mid-state chapter of the AACN. Miller received her bachelor of science in nursing from the University of South Carolina and her master’s degree in nursing from the Medical University of South Carolina. A Heathwood resident, Miller is a member of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) and a sustaining member of Junior League. Forrest Fortier, director of Organizational Development, nominated Miller, saying, “Kathy leads by example and never hesitates to lend a hand in the delivery of patient care.” Elizabeth (Betty) Myslinski, RN, BSN – Myslinski is the clinical manager of 4 East at Providence where she has been employed for 15 years. She is currently enrolled in The Management Academy; a formal, yearlong leadership development program of the South Carolina Hospital Association. Myslinski received her bachelor of science in nursing from Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She lives in Irmo with her two daughters, Ellie and Rachel. Myslinski was nominated by Providence Clinical Nurse Specialist Trina Vecchiolla who wrote, “Betty is an outstanding role model who displays a professional demeanor and a willingness to serve. She gently and calmly works with staff to develop their skills, judgment and compassion.” Jodi Shelton, RN - Shelton has been a Providence employee for 21 years and currently serves as the clinical manager of the Mobile Cardiac Care Unit (MCCU), Cardiac Magnetic Resonance (CMR). She is a member of the South Carolina Organization of Nursing Leadership (SCONL), the American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN), and the Society of Critical Care Medicine. Shelton graduated from Trumbell Memorial Hospital Nursing School in Warren, OH. She lives in Forest Acres with her husband Jeff. They have one son, Troy. Providence nurse Sylvia Southerland nominated Shelton, saying, “Jodi has been a positive force in the promotion and advancement of nursing. She is a motivating and inspiring leader who selects educational and organizational opportunities for her nurses based on individual needs to foster professional growth and development.” Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity Health System, Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals is known statewide for its compassionate care. This non-profit organization is licensed for 304 beds and is comprised of four entities: Providence Hospital, Providence Heart Institute, Providence Hospital Northeast and Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute. A faith-based health care facility in the Midlands area of South Carolina, Providence employs more than 1,900 caring individuals. Providence Hospital, located in downtown Columbia, was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Augustine in 1938. The facility is best known for the expertise in cardiac care it provides through Providence Heart Institute, which is recognized statewide as a referral center for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Providence Hospital Northeast was established in 1999 and offers a range of medical services in surgery, emergency care, women’s and children’s services and rehabilitation. Providence Northeast is home to Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute, which provides medical and surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of the bones, joints and spine. ### Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Announce Addition of New Physician at Northeast Practice Thursday, April 17, 2008 Dr. Donald M. Millus has joined Providence Northeast Family Care at Lake Carolina, located at 300 Long Pointe Lane. This practice provides comprehensive and compassionate family care in a rapidly growing community. Lake Carolina is a satellite branch of Providence Northeast Family Care. Dr. Millus received his medical degree from the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. He completed his residency at Valley Baptist Family Practice in Harlingen, TX. He earned his bachelor’s degree from the University of South Carolina. Dr. Millus is board-certified in family medicine and is a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. He was the recipient of the Roger W. Black Award for Psychological Research. Dr. Millus is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians, the South Carolina Medical Association, and the Columbia Medical Society. A participant in international medical missions, Dr. Millus has worked with Volunteers in Medical Missions, the Summer Medical Institute, and Greater Europe Mission. He and his wife reside in Lake Carolina with their new baby boy. Dr. Millus is accepting new patients. For more information on Providence Northeast Family Care at Lake Carolina, call 803-462-7193 or visit www.ProvidenceFamilyCare.com. Owned by the Sisters of Charity Health System, Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals is known statewide for its compassionate care. This non-profit organization is licensed for 304 beds and is comprised of four entities: Providence Hospital, Providence Heart Institute, Providence Hospital Northeast and Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute. A faith-based health care facility in the Midlands area of South Carolina, Providence employs more than 1,900 caring individuals. Providence Hospital, located in downtown Columbia, was founded by the Sisters of Charity of Saint Augustine in 1938. The facility is best known for the expertise in cardiac care it provides through Providence Heart Institute, which is recognized statewide as a referral center for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease. Providence Hospital Northeast was established in 1999 and offers a range of medical services in surgery, emergency care, women’s and children’s services and rehabilitation. Providence Northeast is home to Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute, which provides medical and surgical treatment of diseases and injuries of the bones, joints and spine. ### Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Names New CEO Providence Heart & Sole Women's Five-Miler Set for May 17 Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Holds Teddy Bear Fairs This Week Providence Hospitals Provides Advance Directives Planning Assistance During National Health Care Decisions Day Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Names New Vice President of Marketing & Business Development Providence Heart Institute Hosts Healthy Heart Fair Providence Invites Women to Red Dress Rally at the State House Providence Heart Institute Receives Gold Performance Award From American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines Program Sisters of Charity Hospitals Receives 'A' Rating from Fitch Ratings Sisters of Charity Heritage Society Inducts Four Members Providence Hospitals Names New Assistant Vice President of Quality Management Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Announces New Vice President of Cardiovascular Services Providence Hospitals Announces 2007 Christmas Card Art Contest Winner Providence Hospitals Announces Appointment of New Executive Director of Revenue Cycle Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute Welcomes New Physician to Spine Center Local Hospitals Declare Campuses Tobacco-Free on November 15 William Brown Named Providence All-Heart Player of the Week Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Receives $1 Million Grant to Improve Nursing Care Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Acquires Petersen & Plante Internal Medicine Andy Boyd Named Providence's All-Heart Player of the Week Stoney Woodson Named Providence All-Heart Player of the Week Mike Davis Named Providence All-Heart Player fo the Week Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Names Nurse Support Associate of the Year Ladi Ajiboye Named All-Heart Player of the Week Brandon Isaac Named Providence All-Heart Player of the Week Cory Boyd Named Providence All-Heart Player of the Week Eric Norwood Named Providence All-Heart Player of the Week Jasper Brinkley Named All-Heart Player of the Week Providence Hospitals Announces New Assistant Vice President of Medical Management Providence Hospitals Announce New Assistant Vice President of Nursing Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Announces 2007 Board of Trustees Providence Heart Institute Receives American Heart Association Achievement Award Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Launches Career Exploration Program for Middle School Students Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Receives Prestigious Silver Telly Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Appoints New Board of Trustees Member Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Announces 2007 Society of St. Luke Inductees Providence Heart Institute Recognizes West Columbia Girl Scout Troop for Completing Red Dress Patch Program Sister of Charity Providence Hospitals and Palmetto Health Richland Become Tobacco Free Campuses Local Air Medical Programs Combine Sisters of Charity Providence Hospital Nurses Receive Prestigious Statewide Award Providence Internal Medicine Opens Providence Heart & sole women's Five Miler Set for May 5 Providence Heart Institute Announces Winners of 2007 Red Dress Campaign Art Contest For Kids Providence Hospitals Announce Appointment of 2007 Medical Staff Officers Providence Orthopaedic & Neuro Spine Institute Opens Spine Center Providence Hospitals Encourages Employee Heart Health on Valentine's Day Providence Heart Institute Launches New Red Dress Patch Program for Girl Scouts Providence Heart Institute Presents Heart Healthy Program for Women Providence Invites Women to Red Dress Rally at the State House Providence Hospitals Announce New Trustee Providence Hospitals Selects Orangeburg Resident as Employee of the Month Providence Hospitals Announces 2006 Christmas Card Winner Providence Hospitals Wins Top Honors for Marketing Efforts Providence Hospitals Receives $250,000 Grant from Duke Endowment Rice Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Providence Northeast Family Care Opens Practice at Lake Carolina Newton Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Providence Hospitals Employee Awarded Physician Assistant of the Year Providence Hospitals Announce Appointment of New Senior Vice President of Medical Affairs Rice Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Woodson named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Providence Hospitals Announce Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer Providence Hospitals Participates in National Run at Work Day Carlos Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Succop Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Thind Named Providence All-Heart Player-of-the-Week Providence Hospitals Receives $15,000 Donation from Auxiliary Providence Hopitals Announce the Addition of Distinguished Physician to Medical Staff Providence Heart Institute Receives American Heart Association Achievement Award Providence Hospitals Healthy Learners Program Receives Prestigious NOVA Award Body Comp Promotes Healthy Lifestyle Providence Hospitals Announce Appointment Of New Senior Vice President Of Business Development Providence Hospitals Announce The Addition Of Distinguished Physician To Medical Staff Sister Judith Ann Karam, CSA, President & CEO of Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Earns Top Honors from Ohio Association Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Adds to Administrative Staff Five Nurses From Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Have Been Honored with Statewide Award Providence Hospitals Honors Nurse Of The Year Director Of Women's Heart Center Receives Ywca Business And Industry Award Director of Women's Heart Center Receives YMCA Business and Industry Award Janet Cheronbon Sets New Course Record at Providence Heart & Sole Women's Five Miler Sister Judith Ann Karam, CSA, Named President & CEO at Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Announces 2006 Society of St. Luke Inductees Providence Heart Institute’s Life Reach Helicopter Program Receives Full Accreditation Providence Heart & Sole Women's Five Miler Set for May 20 Providence Heart Institute Announces Winners of 2006 Red Dress Campaign Art Contest For Kids Providence Launches New Orthopaedic & NeuroSpine Institute--First of Its Kind in South Carolina Sisters of Charity Providence Hospitals Honored For Excellence In Marketing Providence Heart Institute Invites Women to Red Dress Rally at the Statehouse Providence Heart Institute First To Use New Ultrasound Heart Technology for Patients with Coronary Artery Disease Providence Invites Women to Red Dress Rally February 1 Providence Heart Institute Calling All Artists For Red Dress Campaign Art Contest For Kids NEWS ARCHIVES