Perth & Smiths Falls District Hospital
60 Cornelia Street West K7A 2H9 Smiths Falls, ON, Canada

Media Release - Changes this Holiday Season at PSFDH due to CoVID-19

Media Release * Visitor Policy Update & Mandatory Use of Face Mask More information about the colour-based Ontario COVID-19 Response Framework can be found using this link: https://www.ontario.ca//covid-19-response-framework-keepin

Today, we honour all the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve for our freedom. Thank you for your service.

REGISTERED NURSES INTENSIVE CARE UNIT PERMANENT PART TIME (3 Positions) The Registered Nurse will provide patient care as per knowledge, skill and ability within the professional scope, conduct and demeanour of practice of an R.N. and the Standards of Practice as approved by the College of Nurses of Ontario, while ensuring that the CNO ethical guidelines for behaviour and CNA Code of Ethics is adhered to. Mandatory ... Successful completion of: Diploma of Nursing, BScN, BN Current Certificate of Registration - College of Nurses (Ontario) Current CPR (Basic Level) ACLS Certification The RN must have proven mentoring & leadership skills- perhaps for the resource as well Excellent knowledge of all critical care service delivery ie BiPap, Airvo, Ventilator, Epidural pain control, etc Asset Critical Care Certification 12 Lead ECG Interpretation to be obtained within 9 months of hire Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) TNCC Palliative Care course(s) Recent Medical Surgical experience Canadian Nurses Association national certification in Emergency and/or Critical Care Non-Violent Crisis Intervention course To apply, please contact: The Human Resources Department Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital 60 Cornelia Street West Smiths Falls, Ontario K7A 2H9 Email [email protected] Fax - (613) 283-0520 Telephone - (613) 283-2330 Ext. 1132 Website - www.psfdh.on.ca

The need for blood is constant, so please don't forget to drop by the Smiths Falls Seniors Activity Building TOMORROW to donate.

If you're out on the town, be sure to drive by and view the lovely poppy wall that was assembled today on our Perth Site.

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women. It has been over 30 years since the murder of 14 young women at Polytechnique Montréal (December 6, 1989). On December 6, we remember:... Geneviève Bergeron Hélène Colgan Nathalie Croteau Barbara Daigneault Anne-Marie Edward Maud Haviernick Maryse Laganière Maryse Leclair Anne-Marie Lemay Sonia Pelletier Michèle Richard Annie St-Arneault Annie Turcotte Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz The Sexual Assault Centre Kingston and Kingston Interval House will be holding a virtual memorial at 5pm tonight to remember those we lost on December 6, 1989. https://fb.me/e/3oc7BGwfg

Effective Wednesday, November 4, 2020, patients can continue to be dropped off and picked-up at the Smiths Falls Emergency Department entrance. However, we ask that for any extended waits, that you park in the Emergency Department parking lot. The parking gates will remain open between 7 am and 3 pm to allow a driver to briefly park in the lot while waiting to pick up a patient. For safety reasons, parking or extended waiting for any length of time is not permitted in the Emergency Department Entrance. This change will help us to keep the Emergency Department entrance safely accessible to ambulances and other emergency vehicles.

October is Occupational Therapy (OT) month in Canada. We want to thank all of our exceptional Occupation Therapists. They’re a key component to our hospital team and an essential piece to our patients reaching their goals. To learn more about Occupational Therapsits, please visit www.OTOntario.ca

REMINDER - The two local Pop-Up COVID-19 centres that are taking place this week, require you to BOOK AN APPOINTMENT online. The Carleton Place pop-up is happening on Thursday, October 22 from 9am to noon at the Carleton Place Aquatic Centre. The Perth pop-up is happening on Friday, October 23 from 9am to noon at the Conlon Farm Recreation Complex. ... If you need to get tested, please use this link to book your appointment: https://bit.ly/2ZpjKBR

We want to send out a HUGE Thank You to EVERYONE who helped raise an amazing $98,767.00 for the Lake 88.1 Radiothon yesterday. This is an astounding achievement and it could not have been done without the love and support from our local Communities. So thank you to everyone who took time out of their day to donate and to those who just tuned in to listen.... We would also like to thank Lake 88.1 for hosting this Radiothon and to all participants who spoke on the air yesterday. This was accomplished because we worked together. Thank you again, Lake 88 The Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation

It’s important to give It's safe, It's simple and it save lives.

October is Occupational Therapy (OT) month in Canada. We want to thank all of our exceptional Occupation Therapists. They’re a key component to our hospital team and an essential piece to our patients reaching their goals. To learn more about Occupational Therapsits, please visit www.OTOntario.ca

MDRD Week October 11- October 17 As not all hospital staff and patients are aware of the activities that occur behind closed doors, opening those doors for one day and displaying the great work that occurs within the departments makes people more aware of the Medical Device Reprocessing Departments’ importance in infection prevention and control and patient care. With focus on patient safety and quality assurance, the proper reprocessing of reusable patient care items is more important than it ever has been. Remember if nurses and physicians do not have the reprocessed medical devices to perform procedures, then patients will not receive the care they need. Thank you to our MDRD Team!

It’s FINALLY Here PSFDH is pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website, www.psfdh.on.ca It’s featuring a brand new look, useful information and a layout that is much easier to navigate. Our goal with this new website is to provide our Patients and families with information regarding PSFDH and everything our Hospital has to offer.... Please take a moment to have a peek and don’t forget to check out our COVID-19 section listed on the homepage, it provides updated COVID information with links to useful resources.

Change to In-Patient TV Service Times are changing and we are changing with them! It seems that more and more patients opt to use their own personal devices such as cell phones and tablets to access online entertainment and programs. With that in mind, the decision has been made to discontinue the in-patient television service provided by HealthHub Patient Engagement Solutions. Effective November 1, 2020, the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital (the Hospital) will ...no longer be offering in-patient television service. Cable television service will remain available in common areas of the hospital such as patient lounge and atrium areas. To help transition from the traditional television service, the Hospital has increased its internet service capabilities which will allow patients to access free internet on their own device.

REMINDER - The two local Pop-Up COVID-19 centres that are taking place this week, require you to BOOK AN APPOINTMENT online. The Carleton Place pop-up is happening on Thursday, October 22 from 9am to noon at the Carleton Place Aquatic Centre. The Perth pop-up is happening on Friday, October 23 from 9am to noon at the Conlon Farm Recreation Complex. ... If you need to get tested, please use this link to book your appointment: https://bit.ly/2ZpjKBR

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Lets work together and do our part to help create a future without Breast Cancer.

We want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Enjoy and Stay Safe this long weekend.

The PSFDH COVID-19 Assessment Centre (CAC) has adjusted the operation of the CAC to better meet the community’s needs and has modified its hours of operation. The CAC will now be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., seven days per week. Please note that, priority is being given to residents who have symptoms that may be related to COVID-19 when booking appointments in the CAC. PSFDH is requesting patience from the public at this time as the CAC addresses the current surge in requ...ests for testing and asks that you call only one time to the CAC phone line so as to minimize volume and demands to respond. PSFDH is also asking that no pets be brought with you while you attend your appointment. If a support animal is required, we ask that they are restrained to ensure the safety of both you and the CAC staff member. In the event that you have significant symptoms and are worried about a delay in an appointment for assessment and testing at the CAC, you may contact the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit at 1-800-660-5853 ext .2222 or Telehealth Ontario. Telehealth Ontario can be reached toll-free at (866) 797-0000 or Toll-free TTY at (866) 797-0007. Further information is available at https://www.ontario.ca//get-medical-advice-telehealth-onta. Public members can also call their own family physician or nurse practitioner for advice and guidance. In the setting of an urgent medical situation or an emergency, public members should go to one of the Emergency Departments.

Make sure to mark this on your calendar, as it’s only ONE week from today Please tune into Lake 88.1 to join the GWM Foundation and the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation on Thursday, October 15 for a 12 hour radiothon. The Radiothon is running from 6:00 am to 6:00 pm and it is in support of YOUR local Healthcare. From the Lake 88.1 team:... Local healthcare officials, doctors, nurses, patients and volunteers will take to the airwaves of Lake 88.1 Radio on Thursday, October 15th for a live 12-hour fundraising ‘Radiothon’ in support of our local hospitals. The station is partnering with the Almonte General Hospital/Fairview Manor Foundation, the Carleton Place & District Memorial Hospital Foundation, the Great War Memorial Hospital Foundation in Perth and the Smiths Falls Community Hospital Foundation for the second event of this kind, after having to cancel the Radiothon originally scheduled for last May because of the COVID 19 pandemic. On Radiothon day, all of the radio station’s on-air hosts will share stories from some incredible patients and volunteers whose lives have been changed and saved thanks to the generosity of local donors. The excitement of Radiothon day will also be shared online at lake88.ca. For 12 hours, from 6am to 6pm that day, the phones will be manned by volunteers who will take donations from listeners wishing to support any or all of the four partner hospital foundations.

The Leeds, Grenville & Lanark District Health Unit has organized a temporary COVID-19 drive through test site in Athens till 6pm today. More information can be found on their website: https://healthunit.org//20/athens-pop-up-covid-19-testing/

You're careful to wash your hands and avoid touching your face, but many don't consider how their cellphones can transmit viruses.

The COVID-19 Assessment Centre (CAC) located at the Smiths Falls Site of the Perth and Smiths Falls District Hospital is currently experiencing the largest increase in the number of residents seeking COVID-19 testing since the start of the pandemic in March of this year.

It’s important to give It's safe, It's simple and it saves lives.

It’s FINALLY Here PSFDH is pleased to announce the launch of our newly redesigned website, www.psfdh.on.ca It’s featuring a brand new look, useful information and a layout that is much easier to navigate. Our goal with this new website is to provide our Patients and families with information regarding PSFDH and everything our Hospital has to offer.... Please take a moment to have a peek and don’t forget to check out our COVID-19 section listed on the homepage, it provides updated COVID information with links to useful resources.

COVID-19 Assessment The PSFDH COVID-19 Assessment Centre (CAC) is currently adjusting the operation of the CAC to better meet the community’s needs and has modified its hours of operation. The CAC will now be open from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m., seven days per week for the next two weeks. Please note that, priority is being given to residents who have symptoms that may be related to COVID-19 when booking appointments in the CAC. PSFDH is requesting patience from the public at thi...s time as the CAC addresses the current surge in requests for testing and asks that you call only one time to the CAC phone line so as to minimize volume and demands to respond. PSFDH is also asking that no pets be brought with you while you attend your appointment. If a support animal is required, we ask that they are restrained to ensure the safety of both you and the CAC staff member. In the event that you have significant symptoms and are worried about a delay in an appointment for assessment and testing at the CAC, you may contact the Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit at 1-800-660-5853 ext .2222 or Telehealth Ontario. Telehealth Ontario can be reached toll-free at (866) 797-0000 or Toll-free TTY at (866) 797-0007. Further information is available at https://www.ontario.ca//get-medical-advice-telehealth-onta. Public members can also call their own family physician or nurse practitioner for advice and guidance. In the setting of an urgent medical situation or an emergency, public members should go to one of the Emergency Departments.

Check out this Back to School Mental Health Kit: https://bit.ly/3buQC1y Great tips for parents, children and teens to help the transition. #MentalHealth #Support

The Leeds, Grenville and Lanark District Health Unit, through the overdose early warning and surveillance system, has detected a spike in overdoses across LGL o...ver the past week. The Health Unit, along with community partners, warn that the supply of substances in the area continues to be toxic with many substances being contaminated with opioids. We encourage people who use substances to take extreme caution and to engage with harm reduction services for single-use equipment, naloxone and further access to services and referrals. For more information, please see our latest media release: https://bit.ly/34lNraW See more

After much deliberation, we have made the decision to further postpone our sold-out Black Tie Bingo Gala until Saturday May 1st 2021. ... The funds from the event will continue to support the Anesthesia Department's purchase of a state-of-the-art Anesthesia System Care Station to replace the current aging machine. To all of our sponsors and ticket holders - THANK YOU for your patience and understanding! All tickets will be honored for this new date. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Sarah at [email protected] We hope that you are staying healthy and happy! See more

Congratulations LGL! It’s been a more than a month since we have had any new COVID-19 cases. Pat yourself on the back then wash your hands because now is not the time for complacency. Stay #COVIDSmart

Congratulations to the PSFDH Team for their ongoing commitment and dedication throughout this pandemic. This recognition is for everyone on the team!

Are you letting your nose ‘hang out’ outside of your face covering? Check out this resource on how to wear a mask or face covering properly: https://healthunit.org//How_To_Put_On_and_Remove_a_Face_Co

This survey is being conducted by The Table Community Food Centre, North Lanark Community Health Centre, and the Lanark County Situation Table/Community Plan for Safety and Well-being on behalf of an informal group of community service agencies that are working to ensure the community is well supported through the pandemic. The survey is confidential, but you have the option to provide your name and contact info to be entered into a draw for one of four $100 gift cards to the... Independent Grocer. The survey runs until August 17, 2020. Here is the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/X226GYM The Table Community Food Centre