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Who says you can’t be two places at once?

April 16, 2016

Sparrow Solutions Group loves doing JUST THAT!! Two trainings in one week in two great places with two amazing teams in Knoxville and Cedar Rapids.

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Risk Management Training

April 16, 2016

Do you know the dangers you face as a medical clinic?   As we become more effective at fulfilling our mission, we attract more scrutiny. The days of flying under the radar are gone.  Protecting assets – human, financial and physical – is a primary function of the board of directors, who usually delegate that task to the ED/CEO.  We’ve come so far that a lot more is at risk than in the old days of distributing maternity clothes and diapers.…

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Equipment Facilitation

April 15, 2016

  When it comes to equipment purchases, it’s important to have professionals who specialize in ultrasound equipment assist you by doing their research in technology, pricing, support and service, and what unit is best overall for your clinical setting. The Sparrow Solutions Group has done just that. Our experience and expertise in the unique world of PMC ultrasound works for you Save valuable research time Prevent regret from purchasing sub-optimal equipment We have experts in place to work with you and your…

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Inter-Professional Team-Building

April 13, 2016

Quality patient care requires teamwork. Building the ideal team in your clinical setting can take some consideration of the unique needs of the average patient, and the unique services you provide. This course is for you if you have multiple professions, whether you’re a start-up, transitioning, or existing clinic. If you’re or a new ED/CEO, if you’re adding new professions like RNs, an RDMS or professional counselor, this course will help you optimize your team. Define an Inter-professional Team Determine…

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TGIM! We love Mondays!!!

April 12, 2016

At Sparrow Solutions, Mondays are AWESOME!!! How has God blessed your Monday?

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Nothing like a new ultrasound install!

April 8, 2016

Sparrow Support LOVES to assist clinics in finding just the right equipment! A picture is worth more than a thousand words…  

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Two Great Trainings in One Week

April 7, 2016

Not exactly coast to coast, but almost!! From California to Iowa…Two great clinics our team was privileged to serve.

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Teaching at Bridgehaven

April 4, 2016

Blessed by the fellowship. And the chocolate! While teaching at Bridgehaven in Cedar Rapids.

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Required reading for staff?

April 2, 2016

What required reading do you have for your staff? Here’s one we suggest…

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Reflecting on Heroes at Heartbeat

April 1, 2016

So many heroes attended Heartbeat International. What a joy to reflect back on the week with these friends!   Connie, Reni, and Steven had a great time exhibiting! Connie and friends! Connie teaching and training at HBI conference in Atlanta.

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Policies and Procedures

March 27, 2016

How did you create your policies and procedures?  If you’re like most PMCs, you started with a template from a national organization and inserted the name of your center and did the same thing when you transitioned into a medical clinic. Have you ever thought critically about your policies and procedures? Have you taken the time to ask yourself fundamental questions about each policy: Why do we have this policy? What is the purpose of this policy? Do we need…

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STD/STI Training

March 27, 2016

Which is more likely—for the women who come into your clinic to have a positive pregnancy test or a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD*) or Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI*)? Which is more serious? While a pregnancy can significantly altar your life, it is not likely to kill you. The longer you leave an STD untreated the more life-threatening it becomes. Sparrow Solutions Group sees the value in promoting the life-affirming message to those we serve that any sexual contact puts patients…

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Fundamentals in OB Patient Care

March 26, 2016

Are your nurses skilled in OB care? AWOHNN states that “performing these ultrasound examinations represents an expanded nursing role and thus is not to be undertaken by the novice or inexperienced obstetric, gynecologic, or reproductive medicine RN.” The American Nurses Association states, “Nurses must maintain competence and strive for excellence in their nursing practice, whatever the role or setting” in their Code of  Ethics. The Fundamentals in OB Patient Care course provides the nurse manager, clinic manager, staff nurse, volunteer nurse or…

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Need a speaker for your next event?

March 25, 2016

Connie and Dan have a presentation designed to drive community awareness and the effects of abortion, ultrasound imaging, and the life-affirming message of the Pregnancy Medical Clinic. Their genuine, heart-felt, and knowledgeable message will be delivered to your audience, relating the importance of the transition of the pregnancy resource center to a pregnancy medical clinic. Click for details in printable pdf.

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Peer Review and Development

March 25, 2016

As Executive Director of a PMC, you may find that you have one RN or RDMS serving on your Team. Having their skills assessed by an outside consultant can provide the organization with the documentation you need to ensure that each one is providing care in the manner expected on a National level Assess patient care as it relates to Life Affirming opportunities Evaluate the course of action selected in “out of the ordinary” situations Build a plan for professional…

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Congratulations Patty & Renee from Virginia!

March 25, 2016

Click here for what they had to say (After you click on Read More…)

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