UnisonBanklogoJamestown  (CSi)  Unison Bank  has made a special gift announcement to Jamestown Regional Medical Center on December 2, 2015. They have partnered with JRMC Foundation for improved care at JRMC. Unison Bank is providing:

  • $2,500 for iPads in anesthesia and surgery center
  • $7,500 for a special position “scoliosis” x-ray chair for radiology
  • $25,000 for cancer care

iPads will be used in anesthesia and the surgery center to help reduce anxiety for children. Recent studies show the use of an iPad prior to anesthesia can also reduce the need for additional sedatives, which improves recovery.

“Most kids who come in for surgery are scared to some degree,” said Andrew Schott, CRNA, JRMC Anesthesiologist. “Kids love to play, and using the tablet helps decrease their anxiety level which is great for them, their parents and the staff.”　

In radiology, the special position “scoliosis” x-ray chair will be used for children with specific conditions such as spina bifida, cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy, who have a high risk of scoliosis, curvature of the spine. Early treatment helps reduce its damaging and painful effects on the body through early treatment. For diagnosis, an x-ray is taken of the spine and the best result requires patients to be in a position that simulates standing. Currently, JRMC Radiology and the community do not have the x-ray chair that provides the required patient support, positioning and safely needed for quality results.

“This is something we have needed for over five years. Anne Carlsen Center clients would have to travel to Fargo and even Minneapolis for imaging because the current chair didn’t allow us to get the image quality we need. It was also a safety risk,” said Dr. Myra Quanrud, pediatrician and kids specialist at Essentia Health and Medical Director for Anne Carlsen Center.

For the Journey to Oncology, Phase 1 is Service Initiation – funding goal is $350,000; of which will include retrofitting space in the JRMC Clinic, clinical equipment for four patient infusion rooms (tables, IV pumps, treatment recliners, guest chairs, welcome area, medical and infusion supplies), monitors for telemedicine, and pharmacy equipment. It also helps provide funding for the recruitment of the oncology provider and future specialized staff training. This gift will bring the raised total to $295,700, which does not include the $25,000 named endowment fund. Bringing cancer care close to home reduces stress, saves precious time and increases the likelihood of survival and the quality of life.

“In sharing these projects with the Board of Directors of Unison Bank, there was a great deal of excitement. Everyone understands these are crucial projects that will benefit thousands in the community.　At the same time it gives us an opportunity to help out two great organizations being Jamestown Regional Medical Center and the Anne Carlsen Center. We work hard to make our community a better place to live and work and we’re pleased to present these gifts” said Kelly Rachel, Unison Bank President and CEO.

“We are grateful for the strong leadership and partners we have in the community. It makes very good care and growth possible,” said K.C. DeBoer, JRMC President and CEO.

To learn how you can help the mission of JRMC to become the best rural hospital in the country, call JRMC Foundation at (701) 952-4880 or visit foundation.jrmcnd.com

About Jamestown Regional Medical Center

Jamestown Regional Medical Center is a 25-bed, critical access hospital located at 2422 20th St. SW, Jamestown, ND. For more information on services at JRMC, visit www.jrmcnd.com or call 701-952-1050.