Kansas Healthcare Coalitions
Seven Coalitions
~ 3 Million People
105-Counties Strong
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Introduction to healthcare coalitions in kansas
The establishment of Healthcare Coalitions across the United States began in 2017. Prior to that time, monies designated for Emergency Preparedness endeavors flowed directly to hospitals and health departments to secure needed resources for emergency response/readiness. The formation of Healthcare Coalitions (HCC) was done for a variety of reasons, chief of which was the need to coordinate efforts to prepare for emergencies impacting agencies, communities, regions and states. Four core agencies are key to HCC success: hospitals, public health departments, EMS and Emergency Mgmt. Additionally, many other healthcare and emergency-related entities are represented in HCCs. Together these groups plan, prepare, train, exercise, and develop policies too effectively respond to virtually any type of disaster. They secure resources for ready deployment, offer ways to maintain certifications, present best practices and encourage collaborative relationships. Each HCC has their own Clinical Advisor, Readiness & Response Coordinator and Infection Prevention Specialist. This website is available to members 24/7, regular meetings are scheduled at least six times per year and available virtually. A monthly newsletter and a helpful resource guide are distributed monthly and an annual Emergency Preparedness Summit is planned for members. |
Announcements
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how to navigate this site
Members in good standing of any of the seven Kansas Healthcare Coalitions (METRO, NC, NE, NW, SC, SE, and SHERT) are eligible for member-only website access. To login, use the Login link on the homepage. If you are an active member in good standing, but do not have a login, use the Register link under the main menu of the coalition you wish to join. Be sure to use your business email address when registering or it will delay the approval process.
Coalition Membership and Website Registration are not the same. When you use the register link under the main menu of the coalition you want to join, you are registering for coalition membership, not website access. If you are an active coalition member, but do not have a login for the website, contact your Readiness and Response Coordinator who will direct the webmaster to send you an invitation from the website to register for website access. Watch your inbox and junk mail folders for the invitation to register for the website.
Registered Website Users: When you log into your account, you will see a pop-up box that lists all of the webpages you have access to. Close this box by clicking on the x and use the website top level navigation links to navigate the website.
If you can't access a page, you'll get a login screen. Click on "My Account" in the top level menu (must be logged in) to see if you have permissions to view the blocked page. If you have any questions regarding the pages you can access, visit the FAQ/Help page or contact your Readiness and Response Coordinator.
Coalition Membership and Website Registration are not the same. When you use the register link under the main menu of the coalition you want to join, you are registering for coalition membership, not website access. If you are an active coalition member, but do not have a login for the website, contact your Readiness and Response Coordinator who will direct the webmaster to send you an invitation from the website to register for website access. Watch your inbox and junk mail folders for the invitation to register for the website.
Registered Website Users: When you log into your account, you will see a pop-up box that lists all of the webpages you have access to. Close this box by clicking on the x and use the website top level navigation links to navigate the website.
If you can't access a page, you'll get a login screen. Click on "My Account" in the top level menu (must be logged in) to see if you have permissions to view the blocked page. If you have any questions regarding the pages you can access, visit the FAQ/Help page or contact your Readiness and Response Coordinator.
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Rising Star Award
A nominee for the Rising Star Award should be an individual who has demonstrated exceptional growth and potential within the first TWO (2) years of their profession. This person consistently takes on increased responsibilities and shows a deep commitment to advancing their career and contributing to the HCC. They should exhibit leadership qualities, initiating projects, and driving positive change. Their path should reflect not only personal success but also a broader impact to the HCC, organization, or community, making them a standout emerging leader. Excellence in Collaboration
The ideal nominee for the Excellence in Collaboration Award should be someone who goes above and beyond to foster a collaborative environment. This person recognizes the value of collective wisdom and works tirelessly to bring diverse voices to the HCC. They excel at facilitating teamwork, ensuring that all members feel heard and respected, and that decisions are made through thoughtful deliberation. Their contributions should lead to stronger, more effective outcomes, and they should be known for building bridges, resolving conflicts, and uniting the HCC toward common goals. Excellence in service
A nominee for the Excellence in Service Award should be someone who exemplifies dedication to serving others. This person consistently places the needs of the HCC, its members, and the community above their own, demonstrating a deep sense of responsibility and commitment. They should be recognized for their reliability, loyalty, and the positive impact they have through their service, particularly in times of crisis. Their actions should reflect a profound understanding that the strength of the HCC is built on how well it serves those who depend on it. Excellence in innovation and leadership
Nominees for the Excellence in Innovation and Leadership Award should be visionaries who challenge the status quo and inspire others to do the same. This individual should be recognized for their ability to envision a future that is different from the present and for their commitment to turning that vision into reality. They should demonstrate an ability to create and communicate a strategic plan, rallying others around a shared goal and empowering them to take the necessary steps to achieve it. Their leadership should be marked by creativity, courage, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Legacy award
The Legacy Award is reserved for an individual who has made extraordinary contributions throughout their profession. This individual should be in their current profession for a minimum of TEN (10) years. A nominee should have a distinguished record of professional achievements, demonstrating exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication. They should be a person of high moral character, whose influence extends beyond their profession into their personal life and community service. Their career should be marked by consistent excellence and a lasting impact on their field, leaving a legacy that will be remembered and honored by future generations. Best Practice Award
A nominee for the Best Practice Award should be an individual or team that has successfully implemented practices within their organization or discipline that significantly improve efficiency, effectiveness, or quality. They should demonstrate a commitment to excellence by setting a standard that others aspire to follow. Their approach should be innovative, evidence-based, and lead to measurable improvements that can be replicated or adapted by others in the field. This award recognizes those who lead by example and contribute to the overall advancement of their profession. Emergency response excellence award
Nominees for the Emergency Response Excellence Award should be individuals, teams, or organizations that have demonstrated extraordinary performance in the face of a crisis. They should be recognized for their ability to act swiftly, decisively, and effectively under pressure, making critical decisions that have a significant positive impact on the outcome. Their actions should embody resilience, courage, and a deep commitment to protecting and serving others during an emergency. This award honors those who excel when it matters most, providing leadership and support in critical situations. Training and exercise excellence award
The ideal nominee for the Training and Exercise Excellence Award should be a team or organization that has developed and implemented a training or exercise program that stands out for its quality, innovation, and impact. This program should demonstrate a commitment to preparedness and continuous improvement, equipping participants with the skills and knowledge they need to excel. The nominee should be recognized for their ability to design and conduct exercises that are realistic, challenging, and effective in preparing individuals or teams for real-world scenarios. Their work should set a standard for excellence in training and exercise within their field. Partner of the year award
A nominee for the Partner of the Year Award should be an organization that has played an instrumental role in supporting the coalition's goals. This partner should be recognized for their exceptional collaboration, reliability, and the significant contributions they have made to the coalition's success. They should be known for their commitment to the partnership, going above and beyond to provide resources, expertise, or support when needed. Their efforts should exemplify the value of strong, cooperative relationships and the impact that can be achieved through effective partnerships. HEroism Award
Nominees for the Heroism Award should be individuals, teams, or organizations that have demonstrated acts of bravery or exceptional service during an emergency. This award honors those who go above and beyond the call of duty, taking bold and selfless actions in the face of danger. They should be recognized for their courage, quick thinking, and determination to protect and assist others, often at great personal risk. Their heroism should have a profound impact on the outcome of the situation, embodying the highest standards of service and sacrifice. |
2024 IV Fluid Supply Chain Disruption - Hydration
As many of you have heard, Hurricane Helene has caused an IV fluid supply chain disruption in the healthcare community. With the impending arrival of hurricane Milton, the impact of this supply disruption may increase. Unfortunately, this is also the time of year that we see an increase in respiratory diseases such as influenza, COVID, pneumonia, and RSV. Fever is often associated with these respiratory diseases which can lead to excess fluid loss and dehydration, and this may increase the need for IV fluid administration (1). Chronic medical conditions may also be exacerbated by respiratory illness, especially in high-risk populations, creating a need for IV fluids (2).
In an effort to mitigate dehydration and conserve resources, it is important to educate your community members on preventative measures for dehydration due to illness or other factors. HCCP of KS has pulled together some resources that Local Health Departments can utilize to inform and prepare your communities. This message is meant to focus on the IV fluid supply disruption. However, you can add in other messaging that is appropriate for your community. Examples of additional messaging may include promotion of vaccinations and prevention measures, in the hopes that this will decrease the impact that a possible IV fluid shortage could have.
The R7DHRE IV Fluid Disruption webpage is up and running. It is located at IV Fluid Disruption — Region VII Disaster Health Ecosystem (regionviidhre.com) . One resource on this page we would like to point out is the “Baxter Fluid Disruption Spreadsheet”. This spreadsheet can be utilized to help facilities determine how many days their current IV fluid supply will last.
ASPR Guidance Update on sparing IV fluids
https://files.asprtracie.hhs.gov/documents/iv-fluid-shortage-strategies.pdf
Also ASPR update with regards to sparing IV fluids in anesthesia use
https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/resource/12701/guidance-on-sparing-of-intravenous-fluid-use-updated
Please see the below references and resources:
References:
Resources:
In an effort to mitigate dehydration and conserve resources, it is important to educate your community members on preventative measures for dehydration due to illness or other factors. HCCP of KS has pulled together some resources that Local Health Departments can utilize to inform and prepare your communities. This message is meant to focus on the IV fluid supply disruption. However, you can add in other messaging that is appropriate for your community. Examples of additional messaging may include promotion of vaccinations and prevention measures, in the hopes that this will decrease the impact that a possible IV fluid shortage could have.
The R7DHRE IV Fluid Disruption webpage is up and running. It is located at IV Fluid Disruption — Region VII Disaster Health Ecosystem (regionviidhre.com) . One resource on this page we would like to point out is the “Baxter Fluid Disruption Spreadsheet”. This spreadsheet can be utilized to help facilities determine how many days their current IV fluid supply will last.
ASPR Guidance Update on sparing IV fluids
https://files.asprtracie.hhs.gov/documents/iv-fluid-shortage-strategies.pdf
Also ASPR update with regards to sparing IV fluids in anesthesia use
https://asprtracie.hhs.gov/technical-resources/resource/12701/guidance-on-sparing-of-intravenous-fluid-use-updated
Please see the below references and resources:
References:
- COVID19 Patient Nutrition Quick Facts.pdf (nutritioncare.org)
- Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Influenza | Influenza (Flu) | CDC
Resources:
- Pneumonia Prevention and Control | Pneumonia | CDC
- RSV Vaccines | RSV | CDC
- Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) - Diagnosis & treatment - Mayo Clinic
- Clinical Signs and Symptoms of Influenza | Influenza (Flu) | CDC
- CDC Digital Media Toolkit | Flu Resource Center | CDC
- COVID-19 Vaccination Clinical and Professional Resources | CDC
- How to Protect Yourself and Others | COVID-19 | CDC
- COVID19 Patient_Nutrition Quick Facts.pdf (nutritioncare.org)
- 2024-2025 Respiratory Disease Season Outlook | CFA: Qualitative Assessments | CDC
- About Water and Healthier Drinks | Healthy Weight and Growth | CDC
- Fast Facts: Data on Water Consumption | Nutrition | CDC
We encourage you to send the “Fluid Facts” graphic below to your community members via social media and other channels. The additional references and resources are included for you to use at your discretion.
Safe Haven Defense
Safe Haven Defense offers bullet-resistant glass laminate and conducted a demonstration attended by some of our HCC members who were impressed with the product. Below is a video if you're interested in something like this for your facility:
Safe Haven Defense offers bullet-resistant glass laminate and conducted a demonstration attended by some of our HCC members who were impressed with the product. Below is a video if you're interested in something like this for your facility:
HCCP of KS has no affiliation with or business relationship with Safe Haven Defense
Kansas Region K Hazard Mitigation Survey
Danielle and Tami representing HCCPofKS at the ASPR Tracie Communication Roundtable.
K-SERV is now SERV-KS, learn more about it on the Volunteer Page and get signed up today!
2022 Kansas Healthcare coalitions virtual preparedness summit
'partners planning together' |
The 2022 Kansas Healthcare Coalition Virtual Preparedness Summit is designed to educate, encourage and equip first responders, first receivers, community leaders and others to strengthen the resiliency and preparedness efforts of Kansas. The three-day virtual conference will feature keynote speaker Dr. Benjamin Abo and other sessions. The conference will take place on September 27th, September 28th, and September 29th. For more information, contact Jonathon Blackburn ([email protected]).
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Watch Dr. Tania Glenn's presentation on Traumatic Stress
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Visit SmashingTheStigma.com
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Dr. Tania Glenn is the president of Tania Glenn and Associates, a clinical practice in Central Texas that is focused on promoting resilience and providing critical care to first responders and veterans. As a leading national clinician in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Dr. Glenn specializes in creating effective programs designed to mitigate traumatic stress and to assist patients with their return to normalcy as quickly as possible. Her timely presentation will focus on creating programs to mitigate traumatic stress, and dealing with mental health trauma.
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Inter-Facility Transfer - COVID 19 Assessment Form:
Inter-Facility Transfer - COVID 19 Assessment Form:
The purpose of this form is to assist in fostering communication during transitions of care, more specifically, to transparently identify the COVID-19 status of the patient/resident prior to transfer between facilities.
The intent is to protect patients/residents, healthcare staff and their facilities as all transferring parties (post-acute care facility, EMS and acute care facilities) will know the COVID-19 screening question answers for the patients/residents as they move throughout the system. By definition for this form, Post-Acute Care facilities refers to any setting in Kansas where a patient/resident receives additional medical care after discharge from a hospital. This form can be utilized in the following transfer scenarios:
We encourage but do not require the use of this form for ALL inter-facility patient movement in Kansas to prevent any adverse events which may severely affect patient prognosis. We equally encourage facilities to speak with their partners in order to come up with a process of incorporating this form into the patient/resident transfer process."
The purpose of this form is to assist in fostering communication during transitions of care, more specifically, to transparently identify the COVID-19 status of the patient/resident prior to transfer between facilities.
The intent is to protect patients/residents, healthcare staff and their facilities as all transferring parties (post-acute care facility, EMS and acute care facilities) will know the COVID-19 screening question answers for the patients/residents as they move throughout the system. By definition for this form, Post-Acute Care facilities refers to any setting in Kansas where a patient/resident receives additional medical care after discharge from a hospital. This form can be utilized in the following transfer scenarios:
- Hospital to Post-Acute Care Facility
- Post-Acute Care Facility to Hospital
- Hospital to Hospital
- Post-Acute Care Facility to Post-Acute Care Facility
We encourage but do not require the use of this form for ALL inter-facility patient movement in Kansas to prevent any adverse events which may severely affect patient prognosis. We equally encourage facilities to speak with their partners in order to come up with a process of incorporating this form into the patient/resident transfer process."
2021 National Healthcare Coalition Conference
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Tami Wood, Danielle Marten, Kerry McCue, Michael Bomberger present Post Acute Care Projects at the 2021 National Healthcare Coalition Conference in Orlando, FL -
Kansas representatives from around the State of Kansas at the 2021 National Healthcare Coalition Conference.
Healthcare Coalition Statewide Cache
Online Ordering is available now
Healthcare Coalition Partners of Kansas, LLC was awarded a COVID-19 Grant under the auspices of KDHE, to assist in providing resources and equipment for COVID-19 response in the State of Kansas. This grant will help supply needed resources to Kansas Healthcare Coalitions that cannot be obtained through normal purchasing routes, neighboring healthcare partners, or local healthcare coalition caches. You can order from the KS HCC Statewide Cache now, through June 30, 2022 or until supplies are exhausted, whichever comes first.
- Inventory is housed in a secure, climate controlled location.
- Inventory is only available to Healthcare Coalition Members in Good Standing. Orders will be taken and tracked through the Healthcare Coalition Website.
- Decisions with regard to deployment of the resources will be based on guidance from State Clinical Advisors and includes potential exposure/spread, current patients with COVID-19, number of patients on ventilators and PPE available.
- Assistance with transportation to specific locations is included in the grant.
- To access the cache, log in to kshcc.com and click on the link below for your coalition, e.g., KSMETRO, NCKS, NEKS, NWKS, SCKS, SEKS, SHERT. For questions regarding the HCC Statewide Cache, or for website access, please contact your Readiness and Response Coordinator. The cache is available now, through June 30, 2022, or until all items have been exhausted.
- Note: Repayment of the cache will not be required.
KDHE is recruiting for serv-ks
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is recruiting new members to the Kansas System for the Early Registration of Volunteers (KSERV). Please see the attached flyer for additional information and a link to register. Visit our Volunteer webpage for more information. (Ongoing)
