Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
Level IV trauma center (West Valley Hospital)
In 2013, Oregon Health Authority accredited West Valley Hospital emergency department as a Level IV Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV. The role of the Level IV trauma center is to provide resuscitation and stabilization for severely injured adult or pediatric patients before transferring them to a higher level trauma system hospital.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the West Valley Hospital emergency department is met by trauma-trained nurses who are immediately available to initiate lifesaving care.
How to care for a forearm fracture: What you should know
If someone believes they have fractured a forearm, it’s important to quickly seek care so a provider can help plan their recovery.
How to stay on track with your health goals in 2025
It’s common to fall off on New Year’s resolutions by February, so Salem Health registered dietitians share a few tricks to prioritize diet and exercise throughout 2025.
Emergency room baby boom: Salem Health staff welcome wave of new arrivals
Salem Hospital invites community ‘behind the scenes’ for Heart Month STEMI night
Raising cardiogenic shock awareness at Salem Health
How to prevent and treat fingertip injuries
The value of an advance directive and how to plan ahead
Volunteer spotlight: 'I want to bring light. I want to be a resource.'
Playing sports? Pay attention for signs of concussion
Make the right call: Why 911 is faster and safer during heart attacks
Caring for emergency caregivers: Foundation creates successful resiliency program to fight employee burnout
Better care and lower costs for vertigo patients
Taking care of our coronavirus-fighting team
'Everything we do is up to them': How Salem Health helps sexual assault survivors
Salem Health helps deputies reverse overdoses
BOGUS ADVICE: Call 911 to order pizza (NOPE!)
ER nurse gets surprise homecoming from military husband
Salem Health's emergency department is expanding
Cold or flu? Do you know the differences?
Salem teen saves father’s life; exemplifies importance of CPR training
VIDEO: YOU are the solution to drunk driving