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May 23, 2023 in News, Regional Medical Center

Hunt Recognized as Founding Member of Iowa Association of Medical Staff Services

Rose Mary Hunt, Medical Services Director at Regional Medical Center in Manchester, was recognized for over 30 years of service to the Iowa Association of Medical Staff Services (IAMSS) organization at their annual meeting in April of 2023.  Rose Mary was a founding member of this organization that was created...

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May 3, 2023 in Fund Development, Laboratory, News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Receives Grants in Support of Lab & Nurse Camps

Regional Medical Center (RMC) graciously accepted two grants on Tuesday, May 2nd from the Foundation for the Future of Delaware County. The RMC Lab Department was awarded $1,750 towards the new Lab Career Camp taking place in June. The RMC Nursing Education Department received $1,000 towards the established Nurse Career...

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April 20, 2023 in News, Regional Medical Center

CPR Skills Training Available to Community

Regional Medical Center (RMC) is providing a free CPR skills training on Thursday, May 25 from 5-7PM in the RMC Veterans Education Center (Level 3). Anyone ages 12 and older are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult). This training is not a certification course. However, attendees can expect...

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April 14, 2023 in Laboratory, News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Holding Lab Camp for Students

Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester will be holding a Lab Camp, “Future Laboratory Professionals: Without the Lab, They’re Only Guessing!” for students aged 14-18 who have completed 8th grade. The 4-day program will be offered June 12-15 from 9AM-2PM. Bring sack lunches or students can purchase lunch from our...

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April 12, 2023 in News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Holding Nurse Camp for Students

Regional Medical Center (RMC) in Manchester will be holding a Nurse Career Camp, “Future Nurses: Next Generation of Superheroes” for students aged 14-18 who have completed 8th grade. The week-long program will be offered July 24-28 from 9AM-2PM, with lunch served daily. Students must be available to meet each day...

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January 12, 2023 in Emergency, Family Practice, News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Receives Grant from the Foundation for the Future of Delaware County

As a parent, navigating through illnesses with your children can be very scary. This winter season, there have been increased pediatric respiratory illnesses and hospitalizations including RSV and influenza. When a child is sick, it is important to suction their nasal passages to keep their airways as clear as possible....

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Universal Masking Reinstated

December 16, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

Regional Medical Center Reinstates Universal Masking

Effective on Friday, December 16, 2022 until further notice, Regional Medical Center and Regional Family Health clinics will resume universal masking. This is due to high respiratory illness and increased hospitalizations in our communities. Masks will continue to be provided and available upon entry to our facilities and clinics. Please...

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November 18, 2022 in News, OB, Regional Medical Center

RSV Cases on the Rise

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a highly contagious illness most commonly affecting infants and toddlers. RSV cases have increased throughout the country, state and here at Regional Medical Center (RMC). Unfortunately, there is a very limited hospital capacity for seriously ill young children.  “With the increase in cases, we are...

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RMC Implements Pediatric Visitor Restrictions

November 16, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Implements Pediatric Visitor Restrictions

Due to increased respiratory illness and pediatric respiratory hospitalizations in our community, Regional Medical Center in Manchester is implementing visitor restrictions. At this time, children under the age of 14 will not be allowed to visit patients in the hospital. Please come alone to your healthcare appointments at Regional Family...

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October 11, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

RMC Masking Policy Update

Effective on Tuesday, October 11, 2022, masking for patients and visitors is based on personal preference during all transmission levels. When community transmission levels are high, masking is strongly recommended. Masking is required if: If you prefer to continue masking outside of the required instances, you are welcome to do...

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Universal Masking Required at Regional Medical Center

August 3, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

Universal Masking Required at Regional Medical Center

Locally, COVID-19 cases continue to rise and community transmission levels are fluctuating from medium to high. In an effort to help keep our staff and community healthy, Regional Medical Center in Manchester is reinstating universal masking at our facilities. Effective August 4, 2022, hospital-issued masks are required for all patients,...

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April 29, 2022 in News, Regional Medical Center

Regional Medical Center Masking Policy Update

As healthcare facilities continue to move forward delivering care amidst COVID-19, Regional Medical Center (RMC) is committed to adjusting mitigation and prevention guidelines as needed to ensure the health and safety of our patients and team. Throughout our communities, we are experiencing lower levels of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses....

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