REPORT FROM THE BOARD

The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Directors was held on 25 June 2019.

CORRESPONDENCE – The Board of Directors noted the following cards of appreciation:

-Thank You Card from Sister Annette Valade re Bouquet (retiring from the Board of Directors);

-Thank you Card from Ms. Ann Surch for retirement flowers.

ADMINISTRATION REPORT

Attestation – In accordance with the Broader Public Sector Accountability Act, an Attestation Form and supporting schedules must be filed with the Champlain LHIN.  The Board of Directors approved “Appendix C – Attestation (re Consultants) for 01 April 2018 to 31 March 2019” and “Schedule A to Attestation” as presented.

Point Click Care (PCC) – Medication Reconciliation / Admission Orders – All the charts are now paperless.  Everyone is very proud and excited for the future.

Good News Items – Cobey House has successfully transitioned to room tray service for all meal delivery.

QUALITY IMPROVEMENT (QI) / SAFETY COMMITTEE

Quality Assurance Scorecards 2018-19 (Q4) and 2019-20 (Q1) – There are two new metrics on the hospital section of the scorecard: Expected Date of Discharge (EDD) and Barthel Index.  The two new indicators on the scorecard will help measure successful patient transitions.

COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING, FINANCE AND PERSONNEL RELATIONS COMMITTEE (CPFPRC)

Financial Statements – The Board of Directors approved the Financial Statements for the Periods Ending 30 April & 31 May 2019 as presented.

Management Fiduciary Statement – The Board of Directors approved the Management Fiduciary Statement for April and May 2019.

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (PAC) REPORT

Medication Reconciliation Process – It was noted by the Medical staff that the Electronic Medication Reconciliation process in Point Click Care is very successful.  It is now fully automated.  It is also a great recruitment tool.

EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES – The Centre’s Education Calendar for June 2019 and the Governance Educational Opportunities were circulated to the Board of Directors for information.

The next regular Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, 03 September 2019 at noon in the Boardroom.