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Our Services
As part of the statewide EMS program, the following is provided to the Franklin County area, around the clock, everyday of the year:
The Department of Anesthesiology maintains the highest standard of care. Franklin County Medical Center provides 24 hour surgical, chronic pain and obstetrical pain services. We boast new state of the art anesthesia equipment with a goal to always meet your needs.
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FCMC Sponsors an annual Health and Wellness Expo, which includes "reduced fee" blood screening, computer health-age analysis, massage therapy and prevention in eating disorders. Over 50 different health related booths are a part of the Expo, along with the popular "Teddy Bear Med". This is a place where children can bring their stuffed animals and learn about all of the different departments in a hospital. A "Kids Korner" is included which makes this event a family outing. Some of the booths featured fingerprinting and photo I.D.s, Head Start info, balloon artist, "Got Milk?" pictures and the convincer.
Tours for all organizations, school age children, medical students, etc. are conducted here at FCMC. We request that arrangements be made at least one week in advance to set up tour. Almost any department at the facility can be toured, and tours can be tailored to meet your needs. Tours also include the "Teddy Bear Tour" (for those 3-18 years expecting surgery) and the "Big Brother, Big Sister Tour" (a tour that is planned for the siblings of a new arrival). These tours are free of charge and include tour of facility, treats and goody bags. Please call 208-852-0137 to request a tour. Both In-Service and Outreach education is an important part of Franklin County Medical Center. We believe that health-wise education among our community can only improve health in families, neighborhoods and in our community. FCMC is proud to sponsor over 20 education classes which can be a benefit for the health and well being of those attending. Please check under "Outreach Classes" for more information. Other events sponsored by the medical center include Legacy 5K Run/Walk, Rodeo Clown Round-Up, Holiday Coloring Contests, The Olde Christmas Village and the International Bed Race. Please check under "Calendar" for more details on events.
A total of four beds are monitored. One bed is a private room while the other three are in a ward. All have bedside monitors and are also monitored at the adjacent nurses station.
RADIOLOGY NOW AT LIGHTSPEED
The Radiology department at Franklin County Medial
Center has grown in leaps and bounds over the years. The department now
offers a state-of-the-art CT, Ultrasound services, and Tele-Radiography.
All department staff are registered technologists.
Jim Hansen, R, ARDMS, who is chief of the department, remarks, "We are
able to do most common diagnostic exams here and all radiology stafff
are skilled in their professions." Hansen is over administrative work,
and is trained in performing Cat Scans and X-Rays. He is also in charge
of EKG's and the Holter Monitor. Jim is over ultrasound exams including
Echocardiograms.
Other staff members include Gary Farber, R,CT, ARDMS,
is in charge of making sure that the new CT machine functions properly.
Gary is trained in X-Ray and Ultrasound, and is the procurement officer
of the department. Stuart Knapp, R,CT, is trained in Cat Scan and X-Ray
procedures. Knapp is currently studying ultrasound procedures. Sara
Anderson, R, is a part time member of the Radiology staff and is
trained in X-Ray procedures. The staff also inclues Mike Garvis,R, who
comes in as needed during emergency situations.
All staff members are trained to send digitial
information through Tele-radiography. The FCMC Radiology Department is
open 24 hour daily.
Computerized EKG analysis is provided in-house, with 24-hour Cardiologist consultation available via computerized phone lines.
The Emergency Department consists of two rooms which operate 24 hours per day, seven days a week by physicians and nurses committed to caring for your needs. Certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Trauma Nurse Care Curriculum help provide our staff with the knowledge needed to care for you in many different situations. At least one RN and other licensed personnel are available to the Department, which is centrally located to the Nursing area, Laboratory, Radiology Department, and Surgery.
The department of laboratory
services at Franklin County Medical Center offers a variety of services
and years of experience. The laboratory is staffed by A.S.C.P. registered
clinical laboratory scientists who perform over 65,000 tests annually. We
provide a wide array of testing in a multitude of disciplines, which
include: hematology, chemistry, blood gases, coagulation, urinalysis,
blood banking, immunology, and microbiology.
Franklin County Medical Center employees 24 Registered Nurses, 24
Licensed Practical Nurses, and 50 Certified Nurses Aides. The Nursing
Department covers all areas including Obstetrics, Newborn Nursery,
Pediatrics, Medical, Surgical, Coronary Care, Emergency, Geriatrics
and Home Health.
All Hospital Nurses are certified in:
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Neonatal Resuscitation
Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum (TNCC)
FCMC is also capable of cardiac monitoring in most hospital patient
rooms, with the main display at the nurses station.
At
FCMC we believe that wholesome, nourishing and well balanced meals are
an important part of your treatment and recovery. If you're on a
special diet prescribed by your physician, you will receive a menu
tailored to your specific needs.
A registered dietitian can
provide outpatient and inpatient counseling by appointment on all
aspects of nutritional care, including:
* Diabetic patients
* Geriatric nutrition
* Patients with cardiovasular disease
* Weight control
Cafeteria Service Hours:
Located at the east end of FCMC, our cafeteria is for the convenience
of visitors, Transitional Care residents, families and our hospital
staff. Services include a delicious salad bar, an excellent potato
bar, and baked goods.
Breakfast - 8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Lunch -
12:15 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Dinner -
5:15 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Meal Times/Buest Trays: Meals are served to patient at the following
times:
Breakfast - 8:00 am.
Lunch - 12:00
p.m.
Dinner - 6:00
p.m.
Guest trays are available for visitors in your room. Patient families
may receive one free meal per day. Please contact your nurse at least
two hours prior to meal time. A guest tray will be deliverered along
with patients meal.
A family oriented birthing
experience is available for you at Franklin County Medical Center. The Labor/Delivery Suite
features a warm decor with a home-like atmosphere.
The birthing suite is staffed by nurses trained in
maternal and infant care. The suite was provided by the Pink Ladies
Auxiliary.
The Pharmacy at FCMC is staffed
by a full-time Pharmacist and Pharmacy Technician. They provide
pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical care services to inpatients and nursing
home residents.
The Physical Therapy is staffed by a full time
Registered Physical Therapist, and two P.T. assistants, which services
inpatients, outpatients, nursing home, and home health. We offer a
wide spectrum of rehabilitative services. Pain reduction, neurological
rehabilitation, improved range of motion, increased strength and
restoration of function are the principles of treatment that the staff
applies to achieve recovery success.
PHYSICAL THERAPY STAFF RACHELLE
OLIVERSON
Rachelle Oliverson, Registered Physical Therapist, received a
Bachelor's degree in Physical Education from Utah State University,
and earned her Master of Physical Therapy Degree from Idaho State
University in 1999. Since that time, she has been working as a
therapist for Mountain West Physical Therapy in their Preston, ID
clinic at the Franklin County Medical Center. Rachelle has a love of learning which she continues to follow through physical therapy-related continuing education courses. Most recently she has attended courses in Pilate's, treatment of balance disorders, Myosequence (a manual massage technique), and basics of cardiac rehabilitation. Rachelle is married
to Mike Oliverson. Together they have two beautiful daughters,
Stephanie and Katelyn. She loves scrap booking, reading, and
doing lots of outdoor activities with her family. SHIRLEY
SHAW My name is Shirley Shaw and I am a registered occupational therapist of 11 years who has obtained a Master's of Occupational Therapy degree in 1992 from Texas Woman's University. I currently have OT licensure for the state of Idaho and Utah. My genre of experience includes rehab (hospital, acute, burn, and SNF), outpatient clinic (hand injuries and work hardening), home health, as well as working with developmentally disabled individuals (in a group home, rehab, home health and outpatient setting). My experience working specifically with developmentally disabled individuals total approximately 4 years in the state of Utah, Idaho and Oklahoma.
STACY SMITH Stacy Smith, Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, working for Mountain West Physical Therapy for 13 years in the Preston clinic located at Franklin County Medical Center. She graduated from Utah State University with a Bachelor Degree in Community Health Education. She started working in physical therapy in 1990 as a physical therapy aide. She returned to school at Idaho State University in 1998 where she received her license for Physical Therapist Assistant. Stacy has worked in many aspects of physical therapy including inpatient, nursing home, outpatient and home health care. She enjoys her job working one-on-one with her patients. Stacy and her
husband Jeff reside in Whitney, Idaho, and are the proud parents of
four children, Casey, Cody, Chad and Kortni. She enjoys
bowling, biking, skiing, camping, hiking, and other outdoor
activities with her family.
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Franklin County Medical center
operates a 45 bed extended care facility for patients who no longer
require acute hospital care, but cannot be cared for at home. All of our
beds are licensed for skilled care.
This facility is Medicare and Medicaid Certified. Staff
includes MSW, Social Worker, and Activities Director, Pharmacist,
Dietician, and RN's, LPN's and CNA's. Adult Day-Care and Respite Care
services are also available.
At FCMC., we understand the aging process and the
special need of the geriatric population. We offer rehabilitative and
restorative care under the direction of a physical therapist. We also
offer "around the clock" skilled nursing care by licensed nurses and
certified nursing assistants.
We have a daily activity program which provides mental
stimulation as well as socialization for the residents. Also available is
a dietician to plan for any special dietary needs and who oversees our
staff to provide delicious and nutritious meals and snacks.
Our facility focuses on a home-like atmosphere where we
can help each resident reach his or her highest level of physical, mental
and psycho-social well being. Our Social Services Department assists with
financial resources and also provides discharge planning for those
residents wishing to return home again.
Goals for each resident are to promote optimum health,
dignity, self respect and appropriate activity to enhance their quality of
life. The FCMC Nursing Home is a five time recipient of the "Jean
Shoonover Excellence in Care Award", from the State of Idaho. For
information about FCMC's extended care facility, please call 208-852-0530
and ask for the Director of Nursing Services.
Trent Alder, CSW
Director of Social Services
Franklin County Medical Center provides medical and clinical social services in the hospital, nursing home, outpatient services and home care area of the medical center. Including: discharge planning, community resource linkage and educational presentations. Individual, substance and family counseling are also included. For more information, please contact the Social Service Department, (208) 852-0137, ext. 107.
Franklin County Medical Center has an excellent Community Outreach Program that we would like you to be aware of. The listed classes below are offered without charge to community, civic, school and church groups, and are presented by the FCMC Staff. Given by educated professionals, we are sure that those who take advantage of these classes will gain much insight not only into the subject being taught, but also in the capability of the staff here. The classes are held either at the hospital classroom, or we are more than willing to come to your meeting place. We are happy to present programs on any subject that fits your ward or organizations needs. For more information, or to schedule a class, please call Tracie Ransom here at the hospital 852-0137 or 852-4112.
CLASSES ARE TAUGHT BY THESE PROFESSIONALS:
 | Nikki Benoit, Registered Dietician |
| Gary Knapp, CLS |
| Trent Alder, MSW, CSW |
| Muriel Garvis, RN, Director of Home Health |
| Kim Allen, RPh |
| Nursing Home Activity Director: Marcia Sorensen |
| John Kezele, CRNA |
| Rachelle Oliverson, PT |
| Jim Hansen, RDMS,RCMS |
| Diana Barrington, Social Worker |
OUTREACH CLASSES OFFERED:
| 1. Eating Disorders |
| 2. Nutrition |
| 3. Free radicals - Antioxidants... "It’s the Reason Vitamin Companies are Getting Rich." |
| 4. Grief Management |
| 5. Parenting Classes |
| 6. Benefits of Increasing Physical Activity |
| 7. Multiple Sclerosis Support Group |
| 8. Diabetes Dialogue |
| 9. Laughing at Stress |
Franklin County Medical Center provides free classes to the community such as the one pictured above. The title of this class is “Laughing at Stress.”
| 10. Living Wills/Planning for Old Age |
| 11. Communication Skills |
| 12. Community Resources Available for Home Service |
| 13. Safety Measures for the Elderly |
| 14. Medication Check-Up |
| 15. Living With Asthma |
| 16. Infectious Disease Control in the Home |
| 17. Mood Disorders |
| 18. What Is Hospice? |
| 19. How to Take Care of Grandma When I’m Working |
| 20. Involving People with Developmental disability In All Walks Of Life |
| 21. How to Qualify for Medicaid Services |
| 22. Basic Health for the Elderly |
| 23. Care of the Terminally ill |
OTHER HEALTH AND EDUCATION CLASSES
OFFERED TO THE COMMUNITY:
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Weight Management |
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Free Blood Pressure Monitoring |
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LPN Classes |
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Prenatal and Birth Classes |
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Annual Health and Wellness Expo |
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Elementary School Health Fair |
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Health Career Class |
The Medical Specialists Clinic provides consultative services and care within the following specialties:
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Specializing in General Surgery. |
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Specializing in Otolaryngology, Head and Neck
Surgery, Related Allergies, (Ear Nose and Throat Surgery), Facial
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. |
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Specializing in Urology and Male Infertility. |
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Orthopedic Surgeon
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Orthopedic Surgeon
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Brent Christensen, D.P.M. Podiatrist
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Richard A. St. Onge - Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in hands and upper extremities. |
Appointments can be made for individuals of all ages in the clinic. For more information, call Medical Specialists: 208-852-3662 or 208-852-0137 ext. 183.
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Many types of surgical services
are available at FCMC including: general surgery, some laproscopic
procedures, gynecologic and obstetrical, ear, nose and throat, head and
neck, facial plastic and reconstructive, urology, and orthopedic and
arthroscopic surgeries. Most of these are done on a same day basis.
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