Welcome Dr. Erik Bostrom!

We were excited to have Dr. Erik Bostrom join our Family Medicine staff Aug. 29! He will practice the full spectrum of family medicine, including OB, pediatrics and older adult care.

Apparently we’ve done a good job of getting the word out about his arrival because earlier this week he said three of his patients already knew he was from Mora. Join us in welcoming him to Riverwood!

Keep our patients SAFE: LABEL medications, prevent errors

NEW Providers Meet & Greet
Thurs, Sept 15, 4-5:30 PM
Support Services Lobby

Join us in welcoming all our new providers for the past year: Karen Bartron Sundeen, CFNP; Erik Bostrom, MD; Cindy Hauser, CFNP; Jon Herseth, MD; Melissa Herbranson, MD; Susan Moen, MD, and Faith Nyberg, PA.

Enjoy socializing and a buffet of appetizers, mini desserts & beverages.

THANKS for 37 years of NURSING!

On Sept. 6, coworkers wished Cheryl Biscoe, RN, Surgical Services, well in her retirement after 37 years of nursing service to the Aitkin community, with about 28 years at Riverwood.

Thanks to Cheryl for this tremendous service to our community and to Riverwood patients!

Add your REVIEW to our RHCC Facebook page

Our Riverwood Facebook page has a REVIEW feature that lets you rate our facility from 1 to 5 stars and add a comment about the care you have received. Right now we have an average 4.2 rating from 60+ reviews…we would love to see this rating get closer to a 5/Excellent! So if you are a Facebook user, please consider adding a rating and comment on the care you or family members have received at our clinic or hospital.

Also, if your department has a good photo/story to share on Facebook, contact Arlene Wheaton, PR & Marketing, awheaton@riverwoodhealthcare.org, who manages the posts for our Facebook page.

RHCC Staff Education Opportunities

Learn  |  Enhance  |  Achieve

For more information on these sessions, contact RHHC-Education

Sep 14 – Influenza Vaccine Updates 2016

Sep 15 – BLS/CPR Heartsaver with First Aid

Sep 20 – ACLS Provider Renewal Recertification

Sep 21 – CALS Trauma Course

Sep 22-23 – CALS Provider Two-Day Course

Oct 19-20 – ACLS New/Expired Certification Two-Day Course

Oct 20 – ACLS Renewal Certification

NEWS RELEASES

Mindfulness training, Sept. 29-Oct. 20, 9-11 AM, Aitkin Library
Orthopaedic surgeon (Dr. Jon Herseth) to speak at Sept. 20, 12-1 PM seminar @ Riverwood
Being Mortal film and Healthcare Directives discussion, Sept. 29, 5:30-7:30 PM, Aitkin library

There are no new employees to welcome to our Riverwood team at this time.

Annual Wellness/Biometric Screenings
Tues, Oct 4, 6-11 am & 12-3 pm OR
Wed, Oct 5, 6-10:30 am

It’s time for annual wellness screenings for our staff…blood pressure, blood sugar, BMI and more. Sign up for a time slot at www.ehealthscreenings.com/login
Follow directions on the wellness screenings flyer.

New Walking, Biking GROUPS @ RHCC

Walker Tuesdays, 4:30 PM, Support Services entrance 
Join a fun opportunity to improve your health and wellness through fitness walking or Nordic walking.

Cycle Thursdays, 4:30 PM, Support Services entrance
These bicycle rides will be the perfect opportunity for riders of all abilities to improve your group ride etiquette, techniques and safety skills.

Contact is Rhonda Vedder, Safety Coordinator, rvedder@riverwoodhealthcare.org 

SEE FLYER

FOUNDATION

Riverwood Gala, Sept 17, 5:30 PM

40 Club Convention Center, Aitkin

“Back to the 50’s” theme featuring the Holy Rocka Rollaz band.

As in past years, we are inviting departments to donate a Silent Auction basket with a fun flavor or special theme.

Sign up to contribute a basket, or to volunteer before or at the event, with Katie Nelson, ext 5158 or knelson2@riverwoodhealthcare.org

MN Employee Recreation & Service Council (MERSC)
Discounts, coupons and services for Riverwood employees Entertainment, Music, Theater * Recreation, Health & Fitness * Travel, Hotel, Resorts * Sports Tickets * and MORE!

MERSC discount on Wild tickets

Pre-season game MN Wild vs. Avalanche
Tues, Sept 27, 7PM, Xcel Energy Center
$25 with no additional fees, seats in upper level end sections: 213, 214, 224
See flyer for order info.

Getaway Deal @ Edgewater Waterpark, Duluth

From now until Sept. 30, 2016, get 35% off Sunday-Thursday OR 10% off Friday & Saturday
Ask for the MERSC/Recreation Discount or book online with Promo/Corporate code: RECBLAST

Disney on Ice

Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald, Goofy and Daisy on a journey to the timeless worlds of Disney’s The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Peter Pan,and Disney’s Frozen. Get discount tickets to Disney on Ice for performances on Dec. 1, 2, 3 or 4 at Xcel Energy Center, St. Paul.

For ticket info, see flyer.

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