Franciscan Healthcare

11/11/2025

Today and every day, Franciscan Healthcare proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice protect the freedoms we hold dear, and we are deeply grateful.

To all veterans, including those within our Franciscan family and throughout our community, thank you for your service. 💚

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11/11/2025

Join the Franciscan Healthcare Rehabilitation Department for this year's Sensory Santa event on December 16th from 5:00-8:00 P.M. at Franciscan Healthcare.

This private event with “Sensory Santa” is an opportunity for children to experience the joy of Christmas without the extra hustling and bustling noises in the background! Sensory Santa provides children with sensory sensitivities and/or varied physical abilities an opportunity to meet and greet Santa in a friendly and sensory-appropriate environment. Santa and his therapist “elves” will assist the children to make a great experience for all.

To ensure your child has this unique experience with Santa, please RSVP by calling 402.372.2372. Time slots are reserved for each family.

11/09/2025

This week, Franciscan Healthcare proudly celebrates our incredible Nurse Practitioners (NPs) — compassionate providers who blend advanced clinical expertise with genuine care for our patients and families.

Our NPs play a vital role in delivering exceptional healthcare every day, diagnosing, treating, educating, and guiding patients toward healthier lives.

To all our Nurse Practitioners: thank you for your dedication, skill, and heart!
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Photo: Abby Preszler, NP

11/06/2025

We’re excited to share that Franciscan Healthcare’s laboratory has upgraded its blood testing capabilities with the installation of a new Ortho Vision laboratory blood bank. 🩸

This major improvement was driven by Laboratory Manager Lisa DeMan, who recognized the growing need for faster and more efficient blood testing. With crossmatches rising from 136 in 2022 to 160 in 2023, and over 130 units of blood issued to patients last year, this new system will help the lab team complete tests more quickly and accurately.

The entire team can now run tests seamlessly with the new analyzer, a big win for both staff and patients!

Photo: Marjorie Madrigal operates the blood analyzer at Franciscan Healthcare.

11/05/2025

Stronger, safer workplaces start here.
Since 1997, Franciscan Healthcare’s Business Health & Wellness team—physicians, nurses, respiratory, physical, occupational, and speech therapists—partners with employers to design programs that reduce injuries, boost safety, and support employee wellbeing.

What we offer (tailored to your needs):
• Occupational Health & Safety: post-offer job-site analysis, work hardening, ergonomic evaluations
• Drug & Alcohol Screening: DOT/Non-DOT exams and testing, instant kits, 24/7 post-accident collections, breath alcohol (legal), supervisory training, collection & MRO services, random pool management
• Wellness & Prevention: health coaching, biometrics, immunizations, CPR/First Aid, education, fitness programs & challenges, on-site nursing
• Respiratory Services: screenings and evaluations for respirator use

Let’s build a healthier workplace.
Contact Jill Hakel or Janelle Nebuda at 402.372.4055 or business.health@franhealth.org.

11/03/2025

November is National Diabetes Awareness Month, a time to learn, share, and take action.

More than 38 million Americans live with diabetes, and even more are at risk. The good news? Small steps make a big difference — from healthy eating and exercise to understanding your numbers and seeking support.

At Franciscan Healthcare, we’re here to empower our community through education, early detection, and compassionate care. 💚

Let’s raise awareness together and encourage one another toward healthier living!
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11/03/2025

Happy Respiratory Week to our Respiratory Therapy Team! Respiratory Week was October 19-25th. Our team passed out lung-themed temporary tattoos to staff around the hospital.

Our team provides both inpatient and outpatient services to patients of all ages. They offer a variety of services including a Smoking Cessation Clinic, Midline and PICC line placement, and pulmonary function testing.

To learn about other services they provide, visit franhealth.org!

11/02/2025

🎃 Last week, Franciscan Healthcare was filled with creativity and festive spirit! Our employees truly shined in the pumpkin decorating contest, showcasing their artistic talents. The top three pumpkins included an adorable puffer fish made of candy corn, a stunning owl, and a JOYRIDE van! On Friday, we were thrilled to have guest judges from 107.9 The Bull visit various departments for the Halloween Decorating Contest. Congratulations to Materials Management for winning the Decorated Door Contest with their charming “UP” theme, and hats off to the West Point Clinic for their fabulous “Barbie” theme, which won the top Decorated Department Contest! There were so many amazing decorations that we can’t showcase them all here, but enjoy this little sampling! A huge thank you to Judy Mauch and Doug Anderson from 107.9 The Bull for taking time out of your busy schedules to be part of our celebration. We truly appreciate your support! 🧡✨ 107.9 The Bull

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

Trick-or-Treat on Oakland Avenue is happening NOW in downtown Oakland. Come visit the Franciscan Healthcare and JOYRIDE Public Transit table for a Halloween treat! Bundle up…it is getting colder!

10/31/2025

This Halloween, enjoy the treats, but don’t let scary germs trick you! Wash your hands, brush your teeth after sweets, and make time for regular check-ups with our providers.

Healthy habits today mean more treats (and fewer tricks) tomorrow! 🍬💚

Happy Halloween from Franciscan Healthcare!

10/31/2025

Looking for some Halloween treats? Today at the Franciscan Healthcare Hospital Cafeteria, the Relay For Life team is having a silent auction until 1pm. Stop in and make a bid. It is for a great cause, and who doesn’t want some Halloween goodness!