STAYIN’ ALIVE In isabella county

1. STAYIN’ ALIVEIn isabella county A Facility for a Community in Need Presented by: Linda Hansen, Steven Meno, Shannon Mienk, Jasper Mukwada, Kelly Pasch and Jill Witzman

2. Introduction to Services Facts: • In 2009, Isabella county had an unemployment rate of 17%, with the national average at 9.4% (City-data, 2010) • Isabella county has a higher than state average of binge drinking and motor vehicle crash death rate (Snapshot, 2010) • Isabella County is home to Central Michigan University, adding to the population of uninsured citizens. Isabella County is an area that has a very clear need for affordable health care services as well as wellness education. This group plans to develop a clinic to provide services to the less fortunate. This population includes the uninsured and under-insured citizens of the community as well as the large population of college students in the area. The services will be provided for free or low cost, with a goal of improving the overall health of the citizens of Isabella County.

3. Mission Statement •Not-for profit community health care clinic. •Dedicated to making a difference in the health status of uninsured and underinsured adults. •Focus on health improvement by making healthy choices.

4. Philosophy People Deserve Health Care Avenue to improve health. Health and wellness activities Health Screening Education We can help people make lifestyle changes that can impact the entire family!

5. Goals • Provide inexpensive services to the poverty stricken, underserved, and uninsured individuals within Isabella County. • Assess and treat acute health problems that are non-critical in nature. • Mobilize volunteers to serve as staff and educators at the clinic. • Provide education to both healthy and chronically ill patients in order to promote their overall health. • Address the area’s obese population and their health needs. • Decrease the County’s MVA fatalities through community education. • Decrease sexually transmitted infection (STI) instances within the Isabella County community.

6. Objectives How do we get there? Educate!

7. Objectives for Patient Care Assess and Treat The clinic will provide treatment to walk-in patients. We will screen for health problems. We will gain access to low or no-cost medications for needy patients. We will evaluate all incoming clients’ BMI value and offer information on healthy living. The clinic will provide routine exams such as pelvic exams and pregnancy testing. Offer Classes We will provide nutrition classes on a bi-weekly basis. The clinic will hold bi-weekly diabetic education sessions. We will provide smoking cessation support. We will talk to high school students of the risks of alcohol consumption. We will work with the area college to support pregnancy and STI prevention.

8. Objectives for Clinic Support Access available funding to offset the cost of caring for patients that cannot afford their care. Obtain free medications and coupons for discounts for patients that cannot afford their medications. Use free and low-cost staff to assess and treat walk-in patients. Recruit volunteers to provide health care needs and education services.

10. Job Descriptions Registered Nurse Educator Nutritionist General Summary of the Function/Purpose of this Position: Provides on-going evidence based training programs to staff and volunteers. Responsible for maintaining the training files and files associated with licensing and accreditation. Duty 1: Provides evidence based training programs in general and specific nursing care, dietary training, mental health, and client relations and client care. Delivers nursing focused educational programs to clients. Provides health care instruction and education to individuals relating to the promotion of health and prevention or management of illness, disease, injury, or disability. (60%) Duty 2: Evaluates staff and volunteer competencies on an annual or as needed basis. Maintains training and accreditation files ensuring that the clinic is in compliance with all standards and legal requirements. (30%) Duty 3: Evaluates printed and electronic resources that are available and directed at client health maintenance and care. Maintains a current supply of free and low-cost materials and supplies available for client wellness. Maintains an accurate list of other agencies and resources available to clients in the community. (10%) Education Required: Possession of a Bachelor’s, or Master’s degree in nursing accepted for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing. Experience Required: One year of professional experience providing nursing care and services. Employees who are under direct supervision on a full-time, ongoing basis: None General Summary of the Function/Purpose of this Position: Instruct patients, families, and health care staff in individualized diet therapy, general nutrition principles, and food selection and preparation. Conduct nutritional screenings and assist in the development, review and modification of individual’s therapeutic diets. Duty 1: Serves as the team’s expert and acts as nutrition resource person on the health care treatment team. Develops, reviews, and adapts therapeutic and modified diets to meet the needs of individual residents and/or clients in cooperation with health care staff. Inspects food preparation and food service for conformance with prescribed diets and standards of sanitation, palatability, appearance, and nutritional quality. Plans menus for clients at the agency and adjusts menu cycles for nutritional adequacy, balance and variety, food availability, and budgetary control. (60%) Duty 2: Calculates nutritional values of food served. Determines serving size, frequency, and method of preparation of foods. Inspects food supplies for quantity, quality, and compliance with state and federal standards. Recommends type and quantities of food to be purchased. (30%) Duty 3: Recommends purchases of food preparation equipment. Maintains records and prepares reports and correspondence related to the work. (10%)  Education Required: Possession of a bachelor’s degree in foods and nutrition, or institution management. Experience Required: One year of professional experience providing dietetic and nutritional services Employees who are under direct supervision on a full-time, ongoing basis: None

11. Additional Job descriptions • Registered Nurse • Mental Health Professional • Administrative Assistant • Clinic Director

12. The Budget • Stayin’ Alive is a not-for-profit organization. • Funding is collected from donors/grants. • A clinic financial coordinator will be primarily responsible for collecting funding and securing donations.

14. Conclusion Stayin’ Alive will provide a community in need with much needed health services. We have a plan to develop this service and to obtain and utilize resources in a responsible manner, in order to maximize the benefits to the community. We will develop a clinic that will not only treat those in need, but provide ongoing educational services to improve the overall health of the community.

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