From the Desk of Chad Olinde

Over the past several months, our staff has been working diligently to obtain Critical Access Hospital Joint Commission Accreditation. The accreditation will signify our organizations ongoing efforts to meeting performance standards excellence. Pointe Coupee General Hospital was last accredited by the Joint Commission in the mid 1980's. I am proud that our hospital staff is committed towards the improvement of our facility and would like to commend our department managers for their tireless efforts towards continuous performance improvement.

UpdateChad OlindeApril 12, 2013Administration, Joint Commission, CEO, CNO

From the Desk of Chad Olinde

In November, Dr. James Christopher retired from his medical practice after 50 years of service to Pointe Coupee. Dr. Christopher came to Pointe Coupee in 1964 and began his Family Medicine and General Surgery Practice. Over the years, he has played a major role in the development of the healthcare environment in our parish. The hospital staff will miss seeing Dr. Christopher making rounds in our facility. We wish him a happy retirement.

UpdateChad OlindeDecember 17, 2012CEO, Christopher, Jarreau, Louisiana Cardiology Associates, Dietary

Nurses Complete Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC)

For the past thirteen years, registered nurses at Pointe Coupee General Hospital have completed the Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC). The Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC) is designed to teach core level knowledge, refine skills, and build a firm foundation for the treatment of the severely injured patient.

UpdatePCGHNovember 5, 2012Nursing, TNCC, Certification

From the Desk of Chad Olinde

The last week of August brought another storm to Pointe Coupee Parish. This time the winds were less than forecasted and our area was spared the widespread damage that we were subjected to during Hurricane Gustav.

UpdateChad OlindeSeptember 24, 2012Hurricane, Weather, Administration, CEO

PCGH Current with ACLS Certification

Pointe Coupee General Hospital’s Nursing Staff, Physicians and Respiratory Therapists recently completed certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). This two-day course requires passing a written exam and skills test in order to receive an ACLS Course Completion Certification.

UpdatePCGHSeptember 3, 2012Nursing, ACLS, Respiratory, Certification

From the Desk of Chad Olinde

Now that summer is here, I know that our children are immersed in their various summer activities and families are traveling to the beach for some much needed relaxation. Every summer at Pointe Coupee General, we look forward to employing twelve college students majoring in healthcare related areas. We are proud to provide these students a glimpse into the medical working environment and hope that the experience will fuel their desire to return to our parish and become our healthcare professionals of the future.

UpdateChad OlindeJune 20, 2012Administration, Summer, Emergency Department, CEO

From the Desk of Chad Olinde

As we move into the spring season, the staff at Pointe Coupee General Hospital is excited about the new opportunities to continue to expand services and to serve the people in our community. We are also fortunate to be able to collaborate with some of the finest healthcare systems in our state.

UpdateChad OlindeMarch 26, 2012CEO

Our Year in Review

The committed team of healthcare professionals at Pointe Coupee General Hospital is proud to report these patient statistics for the year 2011. Overall more than 65,000 services were provided to the public last year. We pride ourselves on providing professional, quality, dedicated care to each person who enters our facility. Thank you for choosing Pointe Coupee General Hospital!

UpdatePCGHDecember 30, 2011Statistics, Service

The Great American Smokeout

Every year, on the third Thursday of November, smokers across the nation take part in the American Cancer Society Great American Smoke out. This event has assisted individuals in making a plan to stop smoking and then quitting on this day. It has raised awareness to the hazards of tobacco use and what can be done to quit.

UpdatePCGHNovember 1, 2010Awareness, Smoking, Health

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