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Photo of the Emergency Department Entrance

The new design of the Lenoir Memorial ED features a geographical layout that is patient-focused and patient-driven. The design of the area was created to improve the flow of patients and to enhance patient privacy. Upon entering the new ED, patients and visitors first check in at the information desk located just inside the foyer. Security is strategically stationed to the right of the entrance to lend assistance as needed for patients, visitors, and staff.

Beyond the information desk are three private triage areas where nurses perform their initial assessment of patients and route them to the appropriate treatment areas. While in the triage area, the nurse presses a button which alerts registration staff to come to the patient to complete the registration process.

There are 12 private ED treatment rooms including two major trauma rooms. Each room is equipped with new cardiac monitors which are connected to the adjacent nursing station to provide central monitoring of all patients. In addition to the 12 ED rooms are seven Express Care rooms equipped to provide treatment to patients presenting with non life-threatening injuries. Express Care is a fast track for non-emergent patients and routinely provides treatment to patients in 90 minutes or less.

Photo of the Emergency Dept.Nurses operate from a highly functional nursing station which provides them with a view and quick access to all patient rooms. A nourishment area is another feature of the new ED as are sub-waiting areas for physicians to use for family consults and for those times when family members need privacy to grieve the loss of a loved one.

For those accompanying patients to the ED, a spacious waiting area located to the left of the ED information desk should provide all of the amenities a family member needs while waiting to hear about their loved one's condition. Pay phones are located adjacent to the waiting area as are handicapped-accessible restrooms, a vending area, water fountains, and a children's playroom stocked with toys and other fun materials to help pass the wait time for young visitors.

 
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Lighten Up Lenoir

Lighten Up Lenoir is a new free community weight loss program sponsored by the Minges Wellness Center and the Lenoir Memorial Foundation. Lighten Up Lenoir is designed to help you lose weight by forming motivational groups of four to keep you on target. It’s a fun way for the whole community to get healthier together. The competition begins January 23 so log on and sign up!  www.lightenuplenoir.org

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Lenoir Memorial opens Lenoir Surgical

On November 21, Lenoir Memorial opened its second hospital-owned clinic in Lenoir County.  Lenoir Surgical, located in the old Kinston Surgical Associates offices, is now the office of Todd Tanner, MD.   Tanner has been serving the patients of Eastern NC since 1998.  He and his family have close ties to Kinston and are looking forward to making Kinston home. 

Lenoir Surgical

252-775-5999

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Lenoir Memorial partners with Cherry Energy

Lenoir Memorial and Cherry Energy are teaming up in the fight against breast cancer.  Cherry Energy has recently painted one of their delivery trucks pink and is "Fueling the Fight" against cancer. For every gallon pumped from their pink delivery truck, a portion of the proceeds will go towards breast cancer awareness and prevention right here in Lenoir County. Join the fight!

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New Cancer Resource Center opens in October

Lenoir Memorial was recently selected by the American Cancer Society as one of only three organizations in North Carolina to receive special grant funding to support the operation of a Cancer Resource Center.   The resource center, allows Lenoir Memorial to elevate the level of care and services offered to cancer patients.

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Personal Wellness Profiles

A personal wellness profile (PWP) is a health risk appraisal.  This tool provides valuable personal information about you so that an indiviudalized plan for life-style improvements can be developed.  The PWP includes an assessment of your blood pressure, heart-rate, height, weight, and full lipid panel (all cholesterols).  You are asked to complete a simple questionnaire about cancer, safety, and cardiovascular risks.  The two-part visit is $40.  Call Corporate Health Nurse Donna Potter, RN, at 252-522-7815 to schedule an appointment or learn more about this motivational tool.

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Revitalize

Revitalize your mind and body with stretching, yoga moves, and breathing techniques. Use this mid-week (and no sweat class) to relieve ever-present stress, and soothe tight, achy muscles and joints. Connie Smith, fitness instructor, will be leading this 30 minute class. Join us on Wednesdays at 12:30 p.m. in the Minges Wellness Center.

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Matt’s Fit Camp

Fit Camp begins January 5 but continues on Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30.  Fit Camp is a fun and innovative health and fitness program only offered at the Minges Wellness Center! This class uses movement and equipment to build strength, burn calories, and improve flexibility.

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Energy Balance with Lisa & Kelly

Come talk with us and learn why a healthy weight is important for your overall health. If you are overweight or obese, you are at a greater risk for health problems such as heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, lung problems, and certain cancers. For these reasons, come learn why “energy balance” is important for maintaining a healthy weight.

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Colorectal Cancer Screen

This free clinic is for men & women age 40 and up who have never been screened for or had colorectal cancer. Preregister by calling 252-522-7846.

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Colorectal Cancer Screen

This free clinic is for men & women age 40 and up who have never been screened for or had colorectal cancer. Preregister by calling 252-522-7014.

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