Norman Regional Hospital Authority Meeting
Regular MeetingNorman, OK · October 28, 2019
Minutes
NORMAN
REGI ONAL
Health Syst em
NORMAN REGIONAL HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
Board Meeting
October 28, 2019
MINUTES
The Norman Regional Hospital Authority met in monthly session Monday, October 28,
2019, at 5:30 p.m., in the Norman Regional Hospital Board Room. The meeting
Agenda was posted October 24, 2019 on the NRHS and City of Norman websites and
at the entrance to Norman Regional Hospital.
Members Present:
Doug Cubberley, Chairman
Muhammad Anwar, MD
Tom Sherman, Vice Chair/Secretary
James (Jeff) Kimpel, Ph.D.
Jerome (Jerry) Weber, Ph.D.
Diane Chamber, MD
Kevin Pipes
Mary Womack
Others Present: Richie Splitt, President & CEO
John Manfredo, COO
Brittni McGill, CNO
Paula Price, VP Strategy & Growth
Ken Hopkins, CFO
Karen Rieger, Attorney, Crowe & Dunlevy
Dr. Farhan Jawed, MD Chief of Staff-Elect
Dr. Robin Mantooth, MD Emergency Department
Lisa White, Manager Performance Improvement
Kelley Wells, Director Planning & Communications
Larry Harden, Administrative Director Compliance
Danny Kelley, Administrative Director HIT
Brian Loftus, Business Planning Specialist
Sherri Jo Johnson, Manager, Oncology - Palliative Care
Sharron Largent, Administrative Director of Patient Care Services &
Accreditation
Hanna Segele, Unit Secretary, Oncology - Palliative Care
Susie Graves, Director Labor, Delivery & Recovery
Tonya Faires, Manager New Born Transition Team
Barry Deal, RN , Surgical Unit
Cheryl McKinley, Manager, Surgical Unit
Courtney Stark, RN , Coordinator Stroke
Jan Emmons, Director Emergency Services
Christie Swanson, Editor, Norman Transcript
Paul Jones, Director, Intensive Care Unit
Mari Newcomer, Manager Women's & Children's Health
Ryan Neafcy, JC Penny Leadership Board Fellow
Bryce Ell, Administrative Fellow
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Members Absent: Joan Kemmet-Greenleaf
Recorder: Claudia Todd, Executive Assistant
Agenda Item I. Meeting Called to Order
Mr. Cubberley called the October 28, 2019, Norman Regional Hospital Authority
meeting to order at 5:33 p.m.
Agenda Item II. Introduction and Recognition of Outstanding Healers
A. November 2019 Healer of the Month - Hanna Segele, Unit Secretary
Oncology/Palliative Care, introduced by Sherri Jo Johnson, Nurse Manager.
Mr. Cubberley introduced Ms. Johnson who presented Ms. Segele as the
Outstanding Healer for November 2019. Ms. Johnson stated Ms. Segele has been
a healer at Norman Regional for 28 years. She was in Ortho for 16 years and has
been in Oncology for 12 years. Ms. Johnson realizes she may be the official
manager, but they all know it is Ms. Segele who runs the place and does it well.
She keeps them all organized, keeps the department running smoothly and they all
would be lost without her.
Ms. Segele thanked her department and everyone at Norman Regional for the
honor. She believes her coworkers are her family and they help her be a better
person. She looks to Ms. Johnson as a mentor and is thankful to know her.
Mr. Cubberley congratulated and thanked Mrs. Segele on behalf of the Board for
his outstanding dedication, professionalism, compassion, and positive attitude that
continues to make Norman Regional Health System a caring, high quality system.
B. Mr. Cubberley introduced Ms. McGill, CNO for the 2019 March of Dimes Nurse of
the Year presentation.
Ms. McGill reported that the March of Dimes (MOD), a nonprofit organization,
committed to supporting healthy moms and babies. The MOD fights for the health
of all moms and babies, advocates for policies to protect them, and works to
improve the health care they receive .
Each year the March of Dimes pays tribute to the nursing profession by
recognizing extraordinary nurses throughout the state. Through the MOD Nurse of
the Year program, the remarkable efforts of nurses are honored for making a
difference in the lives of so many. NRHS supports and contributes to the MOD
program. This year, with over 600 nominations from across the state, NRHS was
represented in multiple categories. Barry Dill was a finalist in the MedSurg
category, Courtney Stark, stroke coordinator won in a specialty category and
Debbie Foster won the lactation award and the Nurse of the Year for the State of
Oklahoma. These awards honor extraorginary NRHS nurses who go above and
beyond to deliver compassionate care. Ms. McGill presented a video featuring Ms.
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Foster that was shown at the awards ceremony.
Sherri Jo Johnson, Shannon Largent, Hanna Segele, Susie Graves, Tonya Faires,
Barry Deal, Cheryl McKinley, Courtney Stark, Jan Emmons, Paul Jones, Mari
Newcomer left the meeting at 5:41 pm.
Mr. Splitt announced and welcomed Larry Harden as the new Administrative
Director of Compliance and Risk Management. He also welcomed Christie
Swanson, editor from the Norman Transcript.
Agenda Item Ill. Approval of September 2019, Norman Regional Hospital
Authority Board Meeting Minutes
Mr. Cubberley asked for approval of the September 23, 2019, Board Meeting Minutes.
ACTION TAKEN: Dr. Weber made the motion to approve the September 23, 2019,
Board Meeting Minutes as presented. Dr. Kimpel seconded the motion,
and the motion was approved unanimously with aye votes from Mr.
Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Dr. Kimpel, Mr. Pipes, Ms. Womack,
Dr. Chambers and Mr. Sherman.
Agenda Item IV. Performance Updates
Ms. Anderson presented a Plan, Do, Study, Act (PDSA) update from the January
board meeting.
Shannon Largent, Administrative Director of Patient Care Services & Accreditation
and Tressa Lyon, Manager Health Information Management chair the Outcomes &
Efficiencies Strategic team. The goal is to extend continuous improvement efforts
across the entire system, so as to support better care, improved health, lower costs
and better outcomes.
The PDSA Plan is simple, easy to learn and use. It helps with rapid cycle
improvement, accountability and sustainability. Ms. Anderson explained a few
differences between an Average Organization to a High Reliability Organization
when implementing the PDSA model.
• Instead of quality only in terms of compliance - an organization realizes
quality is continuous and systematic improvement; have a preoccupation with
failure
• Instead of using data to assess or knee jerk reactions - use data to make
rapid sustainable improvement and not accepting simple explanations for
problems
• Instead of top down approach of "we say, you do" - defer to expertise and
look to those performing the work
• Instead of a culture of blame - support a culture of safety and accountability
The majority of time of the PDSA should be spent in the "Plan" phase. This allows
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for sustainable improvement and not temporary solutions.
PDSA Lunch and Learns are facilitated by members of the Outcomes & Efficiencies
Strategic Team on a monthly basis and have now expanded to both campuses.
They have facilitated over 40 projects, had over 50 participants and attendees range
from about 25 different departments.
Agenda Item V. Approval of the September 2019 Norman Regional Health
System Financial Statements
Mr. Hopkins presented the September 2019 Norman Regional Health System Financial
report -
September 2019 Financial Performance
• Gross Revenues ..... ........ ................ ..... (Budget $184,807,224) .... .. .. .. .. $192,784,827
• Net Patient Revenue .. ..... ... ................... (Budget $40,114,225) .............. $39,438,117
• Total Operating Expenses .. .... .. .. .......... . (Budget $39,417,333) ..... .... ..... $39,010,270
• Total Operating Revenues ................ ... .. (Budget $40,437,042) ... ........... $39,870,413
• Operating Income ........... ............. ... ..... .... (Budget $1,247,864) ....... .. .......... $510,387
• Non-Operating Revenues (Expenses) ..... (Budget $1 ,119,709) ... ......... ..... ($860, 143)
• Excess Revenues over Expenses ........ ... (Budget $2,274,016) ......... ..... ($1,722,200)
Year-to-Date
• Operating Income ... ......... ........................ (Budget $3,427,292) ................... $967,647
• Non-Operating Revenues (Expenses) ..... (Budget $3,462,921) .. ............ ($2,679,810)
• Excess Revenues over Expenses ........... (Budget $6,890,213) ................ $3,647,457
• Accounts Receivable Days ............ ......... .... ... (Budget 43 Days) ....... .. ........ .44.0 Days
• Days Cash on Hand ....... .. ......... ..... .... ... ....... ..... .... ........................ 212.4 Days
ACTION TAKEN : Dr. Weber motioned to approve the September 2019 NRHS Financial
Statements. Dr. Kimpel seconded the motion. September financials
were approved unanimously with aye votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr.
Anwar, Dr. Weber, Dr. Kimpel, Mr. Pipes, Ms. Womack, Dr. Chambers
and Mr. Sherman.
Agenda Item VI. Medical Staff
Dr. Mantooth presented the Medical Staff report. She stated the MEC met on
October 9, 2019.
Old Business:
Discussed the status of the LUA application. The medical staff has vetted several
companies and will be signing with a company soon.
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New Business:
• Dr. Kolli stated they are discussing C-Diff rates and protocols to ensure staff are
following guidelines. Discussed Surgical Site Infection Rates and continue
exploring changes and recommendations that protect our patients.
Department Reports:
• Emergency Department - Dr. Hoos-Reinke reported a focus on staffing and
appropriate use criteria. Dr. Costner was appointed the pediatric liaison for the
Emergency Department to help improve the pediatric experience.
• HQPSC - Ms. White presented on PDSA Cycles. Sepsis mortality and Sepsis
bundle compliance have improved. Mrs. Graves reported on Perinatal Care
Certification.
• OB/GYN - Dr. Parker reported adjustments are being made to antibiotic dosing
to determine effects on C-Section infection rates. The Cleveland County Health
Department received a grant to begin a community Doula program. We will find
out more information on the program. Dr. Krous reviewed changes with infant
antibiotic usage in relation to length of stay.
• Physician Advisory Committee - Continued discussions regarding secure texting
options.
• Radiology Department - Dr. Narotam reported the dose management project
was discussed regarding the software that tracks radiation dosing. Discussed
screening procedure policies regarding discrepancies and proper follow up. They
reviewed preliminary reports on the Teleradiology company taking over in
December and discussed a new MRI supervisor and their role in the department.
Administrative Reports:
• Ms. McGill reported dialysis services will be transitioning from Moore Nephrology
to DeVita.
• Mr. Splitt read an email from the spouse of a former NRHS patient and the great
experience they had in the Emergency Department, surgery and on the patient
floor. Mr. Splitt and the Executive Team presented an update on Inspire Health.
Agenda Item VII. Patient Quality & Safety Committee
A. No report from the Committee was provided.
Agenda Item VIII. Finance Committee
A. Report from the October 21 , 2019 Finance Committee
Mr. Sherman reported an update on the Healer Engagement process. The Gallup
012 survey was initiated in January 2017. Since then, 3 surveys have been
completed. The next survey is scheduled for December 3-16. Since starting the
Healer Engagement Survey, scored have improved each time. Scores are
showing favorable engagement by our healers.
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Mr. Sherman provided an update on the Optum Admissions Status Reports in
process with CMS Rules.
B. Mr. Manfredo presented for approval two capital items totaling $2,878,230:
a. Laparoscopic Tower Systesm - $2,604,230
b. HIT Equipment for standardizing clinic hardware and equipment -
$274,000
ACTION TAKEN: Dr. Weber made a motion to approve the Capital Equipment
Request, cost $2,878,230 as recommended by the Finance
Committee. Dr. Kimpel seconded and the motion was approved
unanimously with votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr.
Weber, Mr. Pipes, Mr. Sherman, Dr, Kimpel, Ms. Womack and Dr.
Chambers.
Agenda Item IX. Old Business
Mr. Cubberley thanked everyone in the room and the entire staff for attending each of
the Inspire Health meetings in the hospital and in the community. He encouraged
everyone to attend the Norman City Council meeting on November 12th at 7pm.
Agenda Item X. New Business
Mr. Splitt asked the room if everyone had received their flu shots this season. Ms. White
and Ms. Anderson were there to provide shots for anyone who needed one. Flu Shots
will be administered during a break prior to the Executive Session.
Agenda Item XI. Administrative Report
Mr. Splitt reported he and the Executive team have presented the Inspire Health vision
throughout the community over 105 times at various Community Forums, Ward
Meetings and other group meetings. Healer Forums begin October 29th .
There will be a Norman City Council Study Session the evening of October 29th . This
session will provide an Inspire Health update for City Council Members.
Mr. Manafredo provided an update on the planning side of Inspire Health. Selections
have been made for the Architect & Engineering firm , Construction Manager and a
national consultant to assist with our Behavioral Health planning.
Mr. Splitt provided a DRAFT rendering drawn by an AGO Architecture that provides a
visual concept for the proposed Porter Health Village.
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Agenda Item XII. Proposed Executive Session
A. Proposed Vote to Convene an Executive Session Pursuant to 25 Okla. Stat. Section
307 B.4. to Discuss with Legal Counsel Pending Internal Peer Review/Credentialing
Investigation Regarding the Medical Staff Members/Applicants Listed Below
ACTION TAKEN: Dr. Weber made a motion to adjourn into Executive Session. Mr.
Pipes seconded and the motion was approved unanimously with
aye votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Mr. Pipes, Dr.
Kimpel, Ms. Womack, Dr. Chambers and Mr. Sherman.
Ms. Wells, Ms. White, Ms. Anderson, Mr. Loftus, Mr. Kelley and Ms. Swanson left the
meeting at 6:40pm. Flu shots were administered before the Executive Session began.
B. Medical Staff Recommendations Regarding the Medical Staff Members/ Applicants
as Listed in XIII.B 1-3 Below.
1. Recommend New Provisional Medical Staff Appointments
a. Danie Dittu, MD - Emergency Medicine
b. Thomas Wolf, MD - Surgery
c. Benjamin Bigbie, MD- Medicine
d. Amy Manfredo, APRN-CNP - Pediatrics
e. Micki Richardson, APRN-FNP - Emergency Medicine
f. Morgan Gossen, PA-C - Surgery
g. Tracye Fowler, APRN-FNP - Emergency Medicine
h. Gordon Archibald , MD - Teleradiology
i. Deborah Corson, MD - Teleradiology
j . Tasneem Khimji, MD - Teleradiology
2. Recommend Advancement of Medical Staff from Provisional Status:
a. Benjamin Collins, MD - Surgery
b. Emily Benham, MD - Surgery
c. Ronni Farris, MD - OB/GYN
3. Recommend Medical Staff Reappointments:
a. Shelly Zimmerson, DO - Emergency Medicine
b. James Bond, MD - Surgery
c. Thomas Thurston, MD - Pediatrics
d. Corey Ponder, MD - Surgery
e. Blake Forcina, MD - Surgery
Mr. Splitt, Mr. Manfredo, Mrs. Carter, Mr. Hopkins, Mrs. McGill, Mrs. Price, Mr. Ell,
Mr. Neafcy, Dr. Mantooth and Dr. Jawed left the meeting at 7pm.
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C. Request to Adjourn Out of Any Such Executive Session and Return to Regular
Session
ACTION TAKEN: Mr. Sherman made a motion to adjourn out of Executive Session
and return to regular session. Dr. Kimpel seconded, and the
motion was approved unanimous aye votes from Mr. Cubberley,
Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Dr. Kimpel, Dr. Chambers, Ms. Womack,
Mr. Pipes and Mr. Sherman.
Mr. Cubberley noted the Board returned to regular session. There were no decisions
or votes taken except to return to regular session and any information shared during
the Executive Session is privileged and needs to remain in Executive Session.
D. Proposed Vote to Approve or Disapprove the Medical Executive Committee
Recommendations Regarding Credentialing of the Referenced Medical Staff
Members as Listed in XI I B 1-3.
ACTION TAKEN: Dr. Anwar motioned to approve credentialing items as
recommended by Medical Executive Committee and Credentials
Committee of all referenced Medical Staff members listed in XII B
1-3. Mr. Pipes seconded, and the motion was approved with
unanimous aye votes from Mr. Cubberley, Mr. Weber, Dr. Anwar,
Dr. Kimpel, Dr. Chambers, Ms. Womack, Mr. Pipes and Mr.
Sherman.
E. Proposed Vote to Approve or Reject the Resolution for Land Owned by the City of
Norman on Porter Campus
ACTION TAKEN: Dr. Kimpel made a motion to Approve the Resolution for Land
Owned by the City of Norman on the Porter Campus. Mr. Sherman
seconded and the motion was approved unanimously with aye
votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Mr. Pipes, Dr.
Kimpel, Ms. Womack, Dr. Chambers and Mr. Sherman.
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F. Proposed Vote to Approve or Reject the Resolution for Land located at 2201-2251-
2281 36th Avenue NW in Norman
ACTION TAKEN: Mr. Pipes made a motion to Approve the Resolution to Purchase
Land located at 2201-2251 -2281 36 th Avenue NW in Norman. Dr.
Kimpel seconded and the motion was approved unanimously with
aye votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Mr. Pipes, Dr.
Kimpel, Ms. Womack, Dr. Chambers and Mr. Sherman.
G. CEO Evaluation
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ACTION TAKEN: Mr. Pipes made a motion to accept the CEO Evaluation as
presented . Dr. Weber seconded and the motion was approved
unanimously with aye votes from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr.
Weber, Mr. Pipes, Dr. Kimpel, Ms. Womack, Dr. Chambers and Mr.
Sherman.
Agenda Item XIII. Board Open Discussion
A. Calendar Review
The dates for the 2020 Board meetings were reviewed. The May
Board meeting date will be moved from the 25 th for Memorial Day to
the 18th • The dates will be voted on in November.
ACTION TAKEN: None, Information Only.
B. Board Self-Assessment
The Board reviewed the Board Self-Assessment results and
discussed the comments, goals and educational topics raised
by the Trustees.
ACTION TAKEN: None, Information Only.
Agenda Item XIV. Adjournment
ACTION TAKEN: Mr. Sherman made a motion to adjourn the meeting at 7:25p.m. Mr.
Pipes seconded, and the motion passed unanimously with aye votes
from Mr. Cubberley, Dr. Anwar, Dr. Weber, Mr. Pipes, Dr. Kimpel, Ms.
Womack, Dr. Chambers and Mr. Sherman.
Tom Sherman, Vice-Chair/Secretary
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