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Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital is part of Ernest Health, a network of rehabilitation and long-term acute care hospitals. Ernest Health hospitals see patients who are often recovering from disabilities caused by injuries or illnesses, or from chronic or complex medical conditions.Read More
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Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital Named 2019 Recipient of “Chairman’s Award”
Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital has been presented with the Fuller Cup as the 2019 winner of the “Chairman’s Award.” The Fuller Cup is presented annually to the top-performing hospital in the Ernest Health system.
“Michael Jordan once said talent wins games, but teamwork wins championships,” said Michael Pierce, CEO of Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital. “Our recognition through receipt of the Fuller Cup acknowledges what I witness every day: staff using their talents and working as a team to produce nationally-ranked benefits for our patients.”
A Step in the Right Direction: Fall Injury Prevention Conference
You are invited to join us for A Step in the Right Direction, a conference focused on fall injury prevention.
July 31st, 2019
Mirador Retirement Community
There will be two sessions, one for healthcare professionals and another for the general community.
RSVP to Session One (Healthcare Professionals)
RSVP to Session Two (Community)
Session One (For Healthcare Professionals)
MD/NP/PA/Pharmacists/Social Workers will get two CME credits in Ethics (CME sponsored by Corpus Christi Rehabilitation Hospital and Mirador)
Register for CME credit at conference
4 CEU credits are also available for nurses for $49.
Registration and payment for CEU credits is available by calling 361.698.2872 or by emailing rdelag@delmar.edu
Agenda
6:45 am to 7:45 am: Vendor booths open
7:50 am to 8:00 am: Introduction
8:15 am to 10:15 am: Presentation: Fall Injury Prevention
10:15 am- 10:45 am: Break/ Vendor booths open
10:45 am – 12:00 pm: Presentation: Fall Injury Prevention continues
Speaker
Dr. Patricia Quigley, Ph.D., MPH, APRN, CRRN, FAAN, FAANP, Nurse Consultant, is a retired Associate Director of the VISN 8 Patient Safety Research Center of Inquiry and is both a Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Nurse Practitioner in Rehabilitation. Her contributions to patient safety, nursing, and rehabilitation are evident at a national level, with emphasis on clinical practice innovations designed to promote elders’ independence and safety. For over 40 years, Dr. Quigley has practiced in the field of rehabilitation nursing, including 32.5 years with the Veterans Administration. She serves as a patient safety expert for fall and injury reduction
Session Two (For Community)
Resources and education for the community.
Agenda
1:15 pm – 1:20 pm: Introduction
1:20 pm – 3:00 pm: Fall Injury Prevention for Community
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm: Vendor booths open
3:30 pm – 4:00 pm: Tai Chi and Fall Prevention – John Castillo
4:00 pm – 5: 00 pm: Home Medication Safety
Speakers
John Castillo has practiced martial arts throughout his life. He became an instructor in August 2012. His expertise includes teaching traditional karate, along with Tai Chi.
Dr. Patricia Quigley, Ph.D., MPH, APRN, CRRN, FAAN, FAANP, Nurse Consultant, is a retired Associate Director of the VISN 8 Patient Safety Research Center of Inquiry and is both a Clinical Nurse Specialist and a Nurse Practitioner in Rehabilitation. Her contributions to patient safety, nursing, and rehabilitation are evident at a national level, with emphasis on clinical practice innovations designed to promote elders’ independence and safety. For over 40 years, Dr. Quigley has practiced in the field of rehabilitation nursing, including 32.5 years with the Veterans Administration. She serves as a patient safety expert for fall and injury reduction