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.
Level II trauma center (Salem Hospital)
In 2018, Oregon Health Authority accredited Salem Hospital emergency department as a Level II 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, with Level I and II centers offering the highest level of care. Level II trauma centers provide care for severely injured patients of all ages. Facility services and resource requirements are similar to Level I.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the Salem Hospital emergency department is met by a trauma team with resuscitation life-support equipment to ensure rapid evaluation and treatment.Redesignation of Salem Hospital's Level II accreditation will take place in July 2024.
Know the risk factors for cervical, uterine and ovarian cancer
Most cases of gynecologic cancers are not inherited. However, people may have a higher risk with a family history of other kinds of cancer.
Clinical trial looks at 'brain training' to improve cognitive function in breast cancer survivors
Concentration is a common concern among breast cancer patients. After being diagnosed — and especially after treatment — many patients report "brain fog."
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Salem Health nurses bring honor guard to Oregon
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Volunteers answer the call to comfort substance-exposed newborns
2024’s first baby comes out fighting right after midnight
'I knew I wanted to be a nurse': Volunteering fuels calling for recent grad
Volunteer spotlight: 'I want to bring light. I want to be a resource.'
Meet some of our PAs
In memory of Ken Haigler, RN
'Appreciate what we take for granted': Alex Dass keeps focus on diversity
A scholarly boost for father and son
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Salem Hospital grants patient's last wish
‘Kindness is a tonic’: Bauer recognizes courageous co-workers
‘Different just takes time’: Leinassar takes the pandemic one day at a time
‘We’ve banded together’: Franke praises pandemic response
Taking care of our coronavirus-fighting team
Take a 'paws' to congratulate George!
We're breaking ground on the Building A expansion!