March 20th, 2025

A Note from your
​CMSA President

​Here we are in December already and closing out the year. I do wish you all a very merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Remember we will NOT have a December lunch and learn but will resume January 18, 2017. Until then be thinking about the new year and becoming a sponsor or independent member. Be safe and I will see you in January.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Ricotta-Pistachio Crostini

**REMINDER**
​WE WILL NOT HAVE A MEETING IN DECEMBER

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE MIDDLE TN CMSA
The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
from 11:30 – 12:30
Tower Classroom, 3rd floor
2300 Patterson St
Nashville Tn 37203

A Note from your
CMSA President

              Welcome back, I am excited to see you all again. Although I did not make it to National CMSA I am sure it was very exciting with many new lessons to learn and opportunities available. Next year’s conference is in Chicago.

                I again want to thank all that support our chapter and hope you are reaching out to others to encourage them to participate in CMSA as individual or corporate members. There are several companies that are corporate CMSA sponsors on the national level. So why not join, too?

                I will see you July 19, 2017.

Kathern Demicell
RNCCM President CMSA Middle Tn Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, July 19, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30

Sponsor:  Takacs McGinnis Elder Care Law

Topic:  TBA

Lunch will be provided by Right at Home

A Note from your
​CMSA President

Happy Social Worker's month. I just want to recognize and thank all of the Social Workers. They are the glue to any team. Always resourceful and supportive of patients, clients, and staff. Thank you for all of your endless support.
    Last month's lunch and learn was very successful, our speaker offered a wealth of information. We heard many positive statements about our new location and the comfortable environment. Our turn out was impressive. I look forward to seeing you all again this month. Thank you again for all of your support without you we would not have as much success as we do.

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, March 16, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Presenter: Kathy Johnson-Warner

Topic:  “Delirium in the Dementia Patient”

Lunch will be provided by: Kathy Parish with Vantage Point Assisted Living

Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2016.

***PLEASE NOTE***
***NEW MEETING LOCATION FOR 2016***
 
Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

 You do not have to be a CCM or a CMSA member
to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!
 Lunch and CCM CEU’s provided.

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

Happy Case Management week October 12-17,2015. The definition of a Case Manager per the CMSA site is: Case management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, evaluation, and advocacy for options and services to meet an individual’s and family’s comprehensive health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality, cost-effective outcomes. To add to the definition caring, professional, compassionate, ethical, creative, flexible, witty, firm, resilient, resourceful, intelligent, calm, intensely focused, and steady. If any of you are connected with LinkedIN; you may have seen communications from Case Managers describing their definition and ideas of a Case Manager. I personally have been in health care since 1973 and a Case Manager in some capacity or another since 1998 and a Certified Case Manager since 2002. Case Management has been and continues to be the best part of my nursing career and since I have been a member of CMSA doors, people and opportunities have opened another whole world to me. So, if anyone ask you about becoming a Case Manager you can provide them with this newsletter as inspiration. I want to thank all of the many vendors that offered gratitude to myself and coworker this week, it is always a good feeling when one is appreciated. Although our next meeting is after Case Management Week we will still express our gratitude for all that Case Managers do.
Thank you to all of the Case Managers you are angels for the patients.
Kathy Demicell, RNCCM
​CMSA President Middle Tennessee Chapter

Thank You
to our
CMSA Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, October 21, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30


Sponsored by:

Amerita Specialty Infusion Services
Topic: "Empower Patients Where it Counts!"
Presented by Dr. Bruce Wolf

Dr. Bruce Wolf specializes in Allergy/Immunology and has been practicing medicine for 33 plus years. His work as a philanthropist has led to the development of 2 very important not-for-profit foundations: The Dispensary of Hope  Foundation, which provides access to medications for the nation's poor and uninsured, the Hope Beyond Hope Foundation, which seeks innovative solutions to maximize healthcare delivery for the less fortunate in the United States and the world by reducing and redirecting waste of usable medication in our society.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Spiced Chicken with Apples

Spiced Chicken with Apples

Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil plus 2 teaspoons
2 Gala apples, cut into wedges
1 red onion, sliced
Juice of 1 lemon
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 bunch Swiss chard, chopped (stems and leaves separated)

Directions

Season the chicken with 1/2 teaspoon salt, a few grinds of pepper, the allspice and turmeric. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate; set aside. Add the apples, onion and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, about 4 minutes.

Add the lemon juice to the skillet and cook, scraping up any browned bits, 30 seconds. Add the chicken broth and honey. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a simmer. Arrange the chicken on top of the apple mixture. Cover and cook until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce is slightly reduced, 6 minutes.

Meanwhile, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil in a separate large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and cook, stirring, until golden, about 30 seconds. Add the chard stems and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring, until softened, 3 minutes. Add the chard leaves; cook, stirring, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Serve with the chicken and apples.

A Note from your​
CMSA President

It is October time for harvest, cooler weather, sweaters, pumpkin everything and celebrate Case Managers Week. CM week is October 13-19, 2019. I hope you have something special planned for your Case Managers you are in contact with. Remember a CM can be a Nurse or  Social Worker. We work hard to benefit our patients and I want to appreciate all Case Managers for their dedication to their patients. Case Managers not only prepare needs for patients, but are also educators, resource person. We are resourceful and caring for the outcome of our patients. Thank you Case Managers everywhere.

As always I am plugging for memberships both individual and sponsors. Last lunch and learn several people approached me for individual membership and sponsor membership information. I am glad to say that 3 companies joined us as sponsors. CareMark CVS, Clairborn and Hughes renewed, and Lightway Home and Health. Thank you for joining us and all of your support. I look forward to continued relationships with all of our members and sponsors.

I will see you all October 16,2016 at our next lunch and learn.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2019
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

SPEAKER:
Kevin Brown 
Owner, All Star Medical 

TOPIC:
“How to Help Your Patients Have Better Access In and Around Their Homes” 
​
LUNCH SPONSOR:
Tammy Barber,
Guardian Home Health 

A Note From Your CMSA President

​                Well, I don’t know whether to say we are in fall or winter but Happy November. I hope everyone is getting ready to share Thanksgiving with love ones. Because our monthly lunch and learn is so close to Thanksgiving we are cancelling November’s meeting and then December is not scheduled due to Christmas. So we will see you in January  2019. If you are interested in presenting and or providing food for our 2019 calendar,  please contact Elizabeth McAllister [email protected]. 
                I want to thank everyone that supports CMSA and our chapter. We have loyal sponsors that assist with our ability to present to you monthly  opportunities for learning and networking. We would love for more companies to join us and more individuals to apply for membership.
                Have a blessed Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years and we will see you in January 16,2019.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter​

We have cancelled our November meeting due to it being so close to Thanksgiving!

HAVE A
HAPPY THANKSGIVING

​See you in January!

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

      Happy pre Veterans Day, I hope everyone remembers to thank any Veterans and active duty for their services. I myself have two wounded warrior son in laws that I am very proud of and thankful for their sacrifices for our country. 
      I am looking forward seeing you all at our next meeting November 7th. Please remember to tell your coworkers  to join us and to join CMSA. I am very proud to be a part of this great organization. A wealth of resources for education and networking and love sharing with others.
Kathy Demicell, RNCCM; President of Middle Tn CMSA 

THERE WILL BE NO MEETING IN THE MONTH OF DECEMBER

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE MIDDLE TN CMSA

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, January 20, 2016
from 11:30 – 12:30
2300 Patterson St , Nashville Tn 37203.
Tower Classroom 3rd floor.

A Note from your​
CMSA President

​     Let me start by saying how much I appreciate all of the support that all of our sponsors and CMSA members provide to this chapter. We have been blessed with some very good topics and speakers that have hopefully been enriching everyone. The feedback from those that attend has been very positive and appreciative and we humbly thank you. Keep coming as we finish this year and move into next year. If you are a sponsor and desire to get on the calendar to present a topic or to provide lunch please contact Elizabeth McAllister [email protected], she will be happy to assist you and remember that the purpose of the monthly lunch and learn is to provide education, CMCEUs for certified CMs, RNs, SWs, resources and opportunities to network.
     October 13 thru 19, 2019 is National Case Management Week. Please start thinking about what you can do to appreciate your Case Manager contacts and coworkers. We will of course acknowledge Case Managers at the October 16, 2019 Lunch and Learn. I also want to encourage any Case Managers that may not be a CMSA member to join, it is the most recognized and established society for Case Management and is open to Nurses and Social Workers. CMSA has made it financially friendly to join by having payment plans available and first time discounts. I hope to see more members on our roster. CMSA is also a way to reach out to Case Managers in other areas of the country when you have needs. I have been contacted by family and professionals in other states seeking resources or guidance. So, again a great network with plenty of resources.
     Thank you again for all of your support, see you at the next Lunch and Learn September 18, 2019.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

SPEAKER:
Dr. Scott Craig,
Medical Director of Encompass Rehabilitation Hospital of Franklin

TOPIC:
“Stroke and Neuroplasticity” 
​
LUNCH SPONSOR:
Yancy Cook, RN
Encompass Health 

Keto Stuffed Peppers
​With Cauliflower Rice

​SERVINGS: 8 
Recipe prep time: 10 MINS
Cook time:  50 MINS

Keto Stuffed Peppers With Cauliflower Rice Recipe - simple, low-carb meal, made with bell peppers, ground beef and cauliflower rice. Quick and easy to make, nutritious and delicious!

INGREDIENTS

• 4 bell peppers — large
• salt+pepper to taste to season the peppers on the inside
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cups cauliflower rice
• 1 tsp salt — divided
• 1/2 tsp black pepper — divided
• 1 tsp oregano — optional
• 2 cloves garlic — pressed
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup tomato sauce

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375-400F. 
2. Wash peppers, cut off the tops, remove the seeds and reserve the tops. Season peppers on the inside with salt and pepper. Set aside.
3. Cook onion and garlic in olive oil for 2 minutes. Add ground beef, half of the salt and pepper, oregano and cook for 5 minutes, until the meat is browned. Add tomato sauce and cauliflower rice. Add the remaining salt and pepper. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently. Taste the mixture. Add more salt if needed. 
4. Divide stuffing between all 4 peppers. Place the tops over each pepper. Cover with foil, bake for 30-40 minutes. Uncover and bake for additional 10-30 minutes, until the peppers are soft and fully cooked. (depends on how soft you prefer them and how fast your oven can reach this doneness).
5. You can remove the tops and add cheese on top of each pepper or serve them as they are.

RECIPE NOTES
one serving is 1/2 pepper
Total carbs per serving 6 grams
Fiber 2 grams
Net Carbs per serving 4 grams

A Note from your
CMSA President

​March is certainly going out like a lion. I want to thank everyone for the great crowd we had for February it was so nice seeing all of the support you all supply for our organization. The feedback from you all was the topic and speaker were excellent. We try to provide topics that are in line with your daily needs and we want to continue to provide great lunch and learns for all. Your support as sponsors and individual CMSA memberships are greatly appreciated and needed to continue to grow our chapter. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor go to our web site http://www.cmsa-tn.org. For individual memberships go tohttp://www.cmsa.org.
                Thank you again and I will see you March 21,2018 for our next lunch and learn.

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on 

 Wednesday, March 21, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker:  Barbara Moss with Elder Law of Nashville
​
Topic: "How You Can Help Your Patient Avoid Being Impoverished by Long Term Care"

Lunch will be provided by Ashley Walker with Americare Senior Living

A Note from your
​CMSA President

 Merry May to all. Here at Centennial we have been celebrating Nurse’s week last week and Hospital week this week. I hope you are all remembering to celebrate these dates with all of your contacts and coworkers. I myself have been in the Nursing field for more years than I want to admit and have seen many, many changes in Nursing and Healthcare in general. Was a time that the only hospitals that were large were teaching hospitals. Now in Nashville alone we have hospitals that are large and are adding more area to care for patients. That means we are not only more populated but have more sick patients than ever as the baby boomers become elderly. Resources are becoming more and more strained financially and staff availability. Because of this it is so important we work together to continue to find ways to serve our patients/clients. CMSA is just one way to reach out to each other for resources and networking. I am so thankful for all of our communities of Home Health, DME companies,  Palliative Care, Hospice, Skilled/long-term Nursing facilities, acute care Rehabs,  outpatient Rehabs, and each other. We are all dedicated to helping patients and that is what makes us great. Pat yourself on the back for the superb jobs you do.
        I am also thankful for our sponsors and all of the support you contribute. Our individual members are such an important part of what CMSA is about and I want to thank all of you. I look forward to seeing each of you at our next lunch and learn May 18,2016.
 
See you soon,

Kathy Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle –Tn Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, May 18, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Sponsor: SI-Bone

Presenter : Dr Taleghani 

Presentation Topic:  SI Joint Pain

Lunch will be provided by:  SI-Bone

​Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2016.

***PLEASE NOTE***
***NEW MEETING LOCATION FOR 2016***
 
Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

 You do not have to be a CCM or a CMSA member
to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!
 Lunch and CCM CEU’s provided.

A Note from your
CMSA President

Just a small note reminding no June meeting due to National CMSA. We will resume July 19,2017. I will be excited to see you all then.
​
Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter President

**REMINDER**
NO MEETING IN JUNE


The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, July 19, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30

Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

​

A Note from your
CMSA President

 I just want to take a moment to acknowledge March as Social Worker month. Social Workers are such an important part of Case Management. In the facility I work; they are work hard, have a great deal of compassion, and often deal with many very difficult situations. They network with other Social Workers and create resources unlimited. Thank you to all of the HCA Social Workers for all of your hard work and team spirit.
    Last month the CMSA board members were approached by several of you to become corporate sponsors. Thank you for your interest and we are looking forward to a great relationship. We invite you all to join us as sponsors or individual members.
    Just a reminder the National CMSA conference is in June. I invite you to go to the web site CMSA.org to see what a great organization we belong to.
Thank you all for all of your support. I will see you March 15th.

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, March 15, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30

Kathy Johnson-Warner will present on Parkinson's disease 
​
Lunch with Be provided by Southerland Place

A Note from your
​CMSA President

​              April showers hopefully will bring May flowers. Last month  was Social Worker celebration month and we had a record attendance. I want to thank you all so much for your attendance and support and look forward to continual increased attendance. We have been having some wonderful topics and speakers and your board members are continually  working hard to  provide you with worthy education. If you have people that you know desire to speak please let us know and we can reach out to them.
                Just a reminder that the National CMSA is in June and open to anyone who wants to attend. The details and registration information is on CMSA.org. On the same website is information about becoming a CMSA member, I encourage everyone to explore and join this wonderful organization. Recently I have joined a face book group called Case Managers Community and it has been fascinating reading and participating in some of the discussions. I hear a familiar theme thru the discussions and a lot of questions that are available in resources that are on the CMSA website; just an example of the benefits of being a CMSA member. We are also always looking for more sponsors from our vendors to support us. If you are interested please reach out to myself at [email protected].
​
                Thank you again for your support and looking forward to seeing you all again April 17, 2019.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, April 17, 2019
from 11:30 - 12:30

 Speaker:
Bill Zagorski, ​Centennial
​
Topic:
Adult Day Health Care: The best kept secret in long term care.

Lunch Sponsor:
Toni Collier, Claiborne & Hughes

A Note from your CMSA President

                Welcome to a new year. I hope all of you had a wonderful Christmas and New Year holiday. We are back on track now and will be having our regular Lunch and Learn January 16, 2019. The CMSA board has had discussions and we thought it would be nice to just have a couple of meetings a year for just networking. We will be kicking this off in January. We are also hoping to have more participation in corporate sponsors, speakers, and individual members. So please keep this in mind when you join us next week.
                As always thank you for all of your support of this chapter. See you next week.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, January 16, 2019
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Lunch Sponsor:
CareRite Centers

**We will not have a speaker this month.  Please come have lunch and mingle!

BAKED BRIE WITH SWEET PEPPER JELLY

Recipe of the Month
Baked Brie with Sweet Pepper Jelly

yield: 6 SERVINGS
prep time: 5 MINUTES
cook time: 15 MINUTES
total time: 20 MINUTES
Baked brie with sweet pepper jelly makes for the most melty, cheesy, peppery, sweet appetizer. Serve with your favorite crackers for the perfect appetizer!

INGREDIENTS

• 1 brie wheel (8- or 9-oz)
• 1/2 to 2/3 cup pepper jelly

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Remove top rind of cheese; leave rind on sides and bottom. Place brie cut side up in brie baker; top with pepper jelly.
2. Place brie baker in center of hot oven for 15 minutes. DO NOT place lid on baker while in oven.
3. Remove from oven and place brie baker cover on top to keep brie warm and soft until ready to serve.

A Note from your CMSA President

Happy rainy February. February calendar has many events throughout the month. CMSA is just one of them. We had a wonderful turnout for the first session of 2019 last month,  and although we did not have education we did have a wonderful lunch and opportunity for everyone to network. We plan to do this again towards the end of the year. In January we provided handouts with information and contacts if any sponsors are interested in providing education and or lunch. We had some good responses and are always open to more folks to assist and support our chapter.

One of the suggestions (a great one) from our board is to feature a sponsor every month and allow them the opportunity to display their product. This month we are excited to feature Drayer Physical Therapy. Thank you Drayer for all of your support. I would also like to encourage more vendors to become sponsors.

Don’t forget that the national CMSA is coming in June, never too early to start planning. It is in Las Vegas this year. Who wouldn’t want to go there? Remember individual membership is available online at CMSA.org.

​Thank you all as always for all you do and the support you provide, and I will see you February 20,2019.  

​​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, February 20, 2019
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker:
TBA

Lunch Sponsor:
Morning Pointe

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Dressed-up Bacon Mac and Cheese

Ingredients

•  Unsalted butter, for greasing
• 8 ounces macaroni
• 2 1/2 cups cold milk
• 4 ounces provolone cheese, coarsely grated
• 4 ounces aged Asiago cheese, coarsely grated
• 2 large eggs
• 2 scallions, white and green parts, chopped
• 3 slices white sandwich bread, torn into small pieces
• 3 strips bacon
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Kosher salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart shallow casserole dish. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the macaroni until al dente, about 5 minutes. Drain; transfer the pasta to the prepared casserole dish along with 1/4 cup of the cold milk. (This will cool the pasta and prevent it from becoming gummy.)
2. Meanwhile, mix the cheeses together in a small bowl. Beat the eggs with 1/4 cup of the milk in a medium bowl. Add the scallions, bread and half of the cheese to the egg mixture; set aside.
3. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer to paper towels to drain. Discard all but 2 tablespoons drippings from the pan. Add the onion and garlic; cook, stirring, until just brown, about 4 minutes. Stir in the flour, cayenne pepper and 1 teaspoon salt; cook for 2 minutes. Slowly add the remaining 1 3/4 cups milk and 3/4 cup water to the skillet. Bring to a boil, whisking until thick. Remove the sauce from the heat and whisk to cool slightly. Whisk in the remaining cheese. Add the sauce to the macaroni; stir to combine.
4. Crumble up the bacon and add it to the egg/bread mixture. Spread evenly over the pasta. Place the casserole dish on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the oven; let sit 5 minutes before serving.

A Note from your
​CMSA President

 I hope everyone is having a good November. Thank goodness the elections are over and now we can breathe again. No matter what we are so privileged to be able to choose by election who runs our country. I know this is the time of the year that starts to get hectic, but don’t let the craziness stress you out too much, remember to take care of yourselves as well as others. 
        We had a wonderful meeting in October celebrating Case Management Week. Great talk and great  door prizes. I know this month’s meeting will be equally great with Twelve stones (Reeve’s Sain) presenting.
        I wanted to share with you recognition from our National CMSA President Kathy Frazier for Dr. Hussein M Tahan PhD, RN for the 2016 Lifetime Achievement Award, he was recently inducted into the American Academy of Nursing as a fellow. He is being recognized for his work in case management.  Thank you Dr. Tahan for your hard work and congratulations.  This is so wonderful as a Case Manager and a nurse, that Case Managers make a difference.
        As always I want to invite all of you to participate in CMSA as an individual or corporate member. For all of our members thank you so much for your participation.
Reminder there will be NO December Lunch and Learn.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, November 16, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Presenter Shane Reeves, PharmD and CEO of Twelve Stones Health partners. 

Program Title: "Post-Acute Care & Beyond"

Lunch provided by Northcrest Medical Center

​Presentation approved for CCMC credit

A Note From Your CMSA President

Happy Social Worker month to all of our Social Workers. Please make sure to appreciate your Social Worker friend or coworker. They  are a critical part of meeting the needs of patients, from hospital to outpatient. I for one have been blessed throughout my Case Management career to have and still work with the best. I am grateful on a daily basis. Please join us at our next lunch and learn to appreciate those folks.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, March 20, 2019
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker:
Nell Ann, Brookdale Senior Living

Topic:
Older Adult Nutrition Strategies

Lunch Sponsor:
​Patti Harris, Home Care All

A Note from your
CMSA President

       ​So sorry we did not get to meet in January due to weather. But we are back on track for February 17,2016 at 11:30. Don’t forget our meeting is in the new place Centennial Tower 3rd floor classroom. I am looking forward to seeing you all again.
        I just want to remind everyone that we still have openings for board members so see me if you are interested. Also as always I am going to remind we would love to have members both individually and sponsorships.
 
Looking forward to our next meeting;
Kathy Demicell, President of Middle Tn CMSA

RECIPE OF THE MONTH
 CREAMY TOMATO BASIL SOUP 

2 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL
1 WHITE ONION CHOPPED FINE
2 CLOVES GARLIC; CHOPPED
¼ CUP ALL PURPOSE FLOUR
3 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH (OR USE 2 CUPS CHICKEN BROTH & 1 CUP TUSCAN FLAVOR CHICKEN BROTH)
1 ½ CUPS SEEDED CHOPPED TOMATOES (I USE FRESH IN SUMMER; CANNED DICED IN WINTER)
1 TABLESPOON CRUSHED DRIED BASIL (OR EQUIVLENT FRESH- WHICH IS BEST!)
1 TEASPOON GRANULATED SUGAR
½ TEASPOON SALT
¼ TEASPOON GROUND BLACK PEPPER
¼ TEASPOON DRIED DILL WEED
½ CUP HALF AND HALF

HEAT LARGE DUTCH OVEN OVER MED-HIGH HEAT; WHEN HOT ADD OIL, THEN SAUTE ONION AND GARLIC TILL SOFTENED (NOT BROWNED AND NOT SMOKING) ABOUT 3 MINUTES. STIR IN FLOUR AND COOK ONE MINUTE STIRRING CONSTANTLY. ADD CHICKEN BROTH A LITTLE AT A TIME, STIRRING WELL SO THERE ARE NO LUMPS. ADD TOMATOES, BASIL, SUGAR, SALT, PEPPER AND DILL. SIMMER, UNCOVERED FOR 25 MINUTES; STIR OCCASIONALLY, DON’T LET ANYTHING STICK TO THE BOTTOM OF PAN.
THEN CAREFULLY PROCESS IN SMALL BATCHES IN BLENDER OR FOOD PROCESSOR. RETURN ALL TO POT, STIR IN HALF & HALF AND HEAT TILL HOT; DO NOT LET IT BOIL! SERVE WARM & ENJOY!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
from 11:30 – 12:30

Presenter:  Bonnie  Woodard with Elder Law Practice of Timothy L. Takacs, A Life Care Planning Law Firm

Topic:  “How Care Gets Paid in Today’s Elder Care Continuum”

Lunch will be provided by:
Adoration Health

Location:
Tower Classroom, 3rd floor
2300 Patterson St
Nashville Tn 37203


***PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION CHANGE***
ALL MEETINGS IN 2016 WILL BE IN THIS NEW LOCATION

A Note from your
​CMSA President

              Welcome back everyone. It appears the National CMSA Conference in Chicago was a great success with many participants. Next year it is in Las Vegas so start thinking about attending or being a sponsor with a booth. The conference information is on the website CMSA.org. Don’t forget you can become a member by accessing the same website.
                I want to welcome our two new board members; Stephanie Bowker with Amedisys Home Health and  Jennifer Thompson with Home Care Assistance of Nashville. I and the other board members are very excited to have new members. If anyone is interested you can contact me at [email protected].
                Our lunch and learn calendar is looking pretty good for the rest of the year but we may still have some openings. If you are interested please contact Elizabeth McAllister @[email protected].
Thank you for all of your support and I will see you Wednesday
​
Kathern Demicell, RNCCMPresident of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on: 

 Wednesday, July 18, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker:
Kevin B. Fehr, CSA, CDP
President & Certified Senior Advisor
Certified Dementia Practitioner
Amada Senior Care, Nashville

Title of Program: 
"The Changing Health Care Environment: MSPB, BPCI, ACO & HRRP / Medicare Discharge Planning with Icebergs, Glaciers"

Lunch Sponsor:
TennTalk.org 
​(Tennessee Advocacy Talk)

A Note from your CMSA President

As some of you may know our web site was down for a bit, but it is as you can see back up and running. Thank you for your patience.

October 7-13, 2018 was Case Management week. I know you all thanked your Case Managers for all of the work they do to provide continuity of care, resources, and advocacy of their patients. We plan to still celebrate our Case Managers at the next Lunch and Learn October 17th.  I also urge you to check out the CMSA.org website to see everything that is offered to those that become members. I have been a Case Manager since the 90s and have found it to be the most rewarding path that I have taken in my nursing career. I think that is the consensus of most Case Managers.

​To all of the Case Managers in various positons I thank you for all of your expertise, compassion, and comradery.
               
I will see you at our next lunch and learn.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, October 17, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker/Lunch Sponsor:
Greg Smith with RT Medical

Recipe of the Month
​

Willowbrook Home Health Recipe

Carrot & Ginger Cupcakes with
Spiced Cream Cheese

1 pkg. (16oz) pound cake mix
3/4 cup shredded carrots
1 Tbsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. ground cinnamon, divided
1/2 cup toasted walnut pieces
1 pkg. (8 oz) cream cheese
2 cups thawed cool whip

Preheat oven to 350*.  Prepare cake batter as directed.  Stir in carrots, ginger, 3/4 tsp. cinnamon and 1/2 cup walnuts.  Bake 15 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.  Beat cream cheese with wire whisk until smooth, stir in cool whip.  Spread over top of muffins.  Sprinkle with reserved 1/4 tsp. cinnamon.

Makes 24 servings

​A Note from your
​CMSA President

       Wow, 2017 already. I hope all had a wonderful Christmas and New Year. I am looking forward to seeing you all January 18,2017 for our first lunch and learn of the year. Since this is the beginning of a new year I want to take this opportunity to invite you all to become individual member and sponsors. To those that were so available as sponsors last year I want to thank you for all of your support and looking forward to a new year working with you again. We are trying hard to find subjects to learn about that are out of the norm but relevant to each of us as Case Managers, Social Worker, Vendors. Randy, Elizabeth and Julie work hard networking with you and other companies/organizations and I am so thankful for their skills, professionalism, care and support for our chapter. Olivia is a new but very important board member that uses her skills as a Social Worker and networks with you all for inpatient discharge needs, she is a support to her fellow Social Workers and a great supporter of CMSA. Our administrative support comes from Tiffany, without her this newsletter would not be sent out and our web page not updated. She works hard behind the scenes to keep you all updated. As your President I would be lost without the board members. If you would like to be involved with CMSA Middle Tn Chapter board, please let any of us on the board know.
       
Thank you and will see you soon.
Your President,
​Kathy Demicell, RNCCM

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, January 18, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30
​
Speaker: Dr. Randi Davis, CCC-A, FAAA, ABA

Owner of Ascent Audiology & Hearing

Dr. Davis will be speaking about 
hearing loss in the elderly.

​Presentation approved for CCM credit

No Bake Energy Bites

Ingredients:

• 1 cup (dry) oatmeal (I used old-fashioned oats)
• 2/3 cup toasted coconut flakes
• 1/2 cup peanut butter
• 1/2 cup ground flax seed
• 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips (or vegan chocolate chips)
• 1/3 cup honey or agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

A Note from your
​CMSA President

​Happy September; the days are getting shorter and the temperatures should start going down, I can’t wait. I am looking forward to seeing everyone again for our monthly lunch and learn September 21, 2016. We have been having such great speakers and participation, thank you all for all of your support and the hard work you put into helping  and with and supplying  speakers.  The board is so grateful for the increase of numbers attending our lunch and learns. Special thanks to Elizabeth McAllister (secretary) and Randy Bauch for all of your assistance month after month reaching out to our sponsors to ensure we have are delivering quality and interesting subjects to you all. I can’t thank Tiffany Woodard enough for all of the administrative support you supply, so glad you are there for us.
        Please remember you are welcome to become a corporate sponsor and/or an individual member.
See you soon,
Kathy Demicell, President of CMSA Middle Tennesse

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, September 21, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Presenter - Judy Turner with Amedysis Hospice
Topic - "Being Mortal - Having end of life conversations with doctors" 

Amedysis home health will be providing the lunch.

Recipe of the Month

Salami Provolone Burgers with
​Bacon and Cheese Spuds

Salami Provolone Burgers

1 1/2 lb ground beef
1 teaspoon salt-free garlic/herb seasoning
4 slices provolone cheese (3 oz)
8 slices Deli hard salami (2 oz)
1/3 cup roasted red peppers, chopped
2 tablespoons chopped black olives
8 teaspoons creamy peppercorn salad dressing, divided
4 Bakery French (or regular) hamburger buns
Steps

1. Preheat grill pan (or grill). Form meat into four patties; sprinkle with seasoning (wash hands). Place patties in grill pan (or on grill); grill 3–4 minutes on each side or until meat is 160°F.
2. Top each patty with 1 slice cheese and 2 slices salami; let stand to melt cheese. Chop peppers and combine with olives.
3. Spread 2 teaspoons peppercorn dressing on inside of buns. Place patties on bottom halves of buns; top each with 2 tablespoons olive mixture. Assemble burgers and serve.

Bacon and Cheese Spuds

Nonstick aluminum foil
10 oz frozen seasoned waffle-cut fries (1/2 bag)
1 cup shredded Italian-blend cheese
1/3 cup cooked bacon pieces
1/4 cup creamy peppercorn salad dressing
Steps

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (or preheat grill). Line baking sheet with foil; place potatoes in center of pan. Cook potatoes following package instructions.
2. Combine remaining ingredients. Top potatoes with cheese mixture; bake (or grill) 3–4 minutes or until cheese melts. Serve.

A Note from your​
CMSA President

​I want to start with  expressing  my appreciation to all nurses. Nurses are the heartbeat and backbone of healthcare, they work hard, care for their patients and show strength in crisis. I have never regretted becoming a nurse and I am blessed to continue to work with wonderful people who constantly teach me. Last week May 6 thru May 12, 2019 was Nurse’s week and I hope you took opportunities to show your appreciation to the nurses you come in contact with. Along with the theme of appreciation last week was also teacher appreciation week and I hope the same appreciations were expressed. I think we all have the one teacher we remember that had an impact on our lives. This week is national hospital week starting on Florence Nightingale’s Birthday; May 12 -18, 2019.

Last month we had CMSA Middle Tennessee chapter’s  board officer election. I am honored to be voted your President again, Oliva Westbrook is Vice President, Elizabeth McAllister is Secretary , and Stephanie Bowker  is our Treasure. Other members of the board are Randy Bauch, Julie Jenkins Loza, Lynne Vaughn, Tiffany Woodard,  and Jennifer Thompson. I am so thankful to the amazing members of our board and all of the hard work they do.

Remember that  we will NOT have a June meeting because of National CMSA .

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, May 15, 2019
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

SPEAKER:
Nell Ann Crowe, Brookdale Senior Living Solutions

TOPIC:
​"Lessons Learned from the Blue Zones"

LUNCH SPONSOR:
April Jackson, Optioncare

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

Wow!  August already, the summer has sure flown by fast. Parents are probably glad school has and is starting, but the educators may not be so pleased.
    I am looking forward to seeing you all this month at the August Lunch and Learn. We are having more and more companies seeing the benefit of belonging to CMSA and joining, thank you all that have joined. Middle Tennessee chapter would love the opportunity to have more board members. When you come for the L&L please pick up an application that will be on the table as you enter with other resources, sponsor and individual membership forms.
    September some of our CMSA members will by going to Washington DC to express the value of Case Managers in healthcare. So good to belong to an organization that wants the nation to know our value.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter


CMSA Hill Day 2015
On September 17, come to Capitol Hill with CMSA to play a direct role in the legislative process. Highlight the critical role that case managers play in healthcare delivery, explore how to utilize your local networks for grassroots legislative success and ensure that case managers are speaking for case managers.  You can learn more by going to CMSA.org.

See you August 19, 2015

Thank You
to our
CMSA Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, August 19, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30


Sponsored by:

Topic:  Stroke Rehabilitation: Options and Outcomes
Presented by Dr. John Medical Director
Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital
Lunch provided by Vanderbilt Stallworth.  

RECIPE OF THE MONTH


Vegetable-Quinoa Salad

Vegetable-Quinoa Salad

Directions

Cook 3/4 cup quinoa as the label directs; fluff. Transfer to a large bowl; toss with 1 cup each shredded carrots, chopped cucumber and chopped sugar snap peas, 1/2 cup raisins and 1/4 cup each chopped parsley and salted sunflower seeds. Drizzle with olive oil and white balsamic vinegar; season with salt and pepper.

Photograph by Charles Masters

Recipe courtesy of Food Network Magazine

A Note from your
​CMSA President

​ Happy October, and Case Management week. I am so proud and happy that the companies Case Managers work with have been expressing their appreciation for the work we do. Thank you so much. One vendor wrote a poem to the Case Managers that so sweet and on the mark of our roles, others had very kind words of appreciation. I am looking forward to extending the celebration to next Wednesday October  19th  for our monthly Lunch and Learn. For all of the Case Managers out there; you work endlessly to provide quality care and after care to your patients. Thank you so much for all of your contributions to healthcare.
        See you Wednesday;
        Kathy Demicell, RNCCM

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, October 19, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Presenter - Dawn Elledge, RN, CCM, GCM

Topic - "Geriatric Care Manager Standards in Case Management Collaborations for Better Outcomes" 

Heritage Law Firm of Hendersonville TN
will be providing the lunch.

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

​ This is going to be a short and hopefully sweet note. Remember no December lunch and learn. I wish you all a very Blessed and Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I look forward to see you allJanuary 20,2016.

RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Peanut butter cookie dough HERSHEY'S KISSES chocolate truffles recipe

Yields 25
Prep time: 40 minutes | Cook time: 3 minutes | Inactive time: 1 hour | Total time: 1 hour 43 minutes
Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 3/4 cup smooth peanut butter
• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons milk (or more if needed to soften the dough)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1-1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 25 HERSHEY’S KISSES Milk Chocolates, unwrapped
• 1 (12 ounce) package HERSHEY’S SPECIAL DARK Chocolate Chips, melted
• 2 tablespoons candy sprinkles

Directions:

1. To a large mixing bowl, add the butter, peanut butter, brown sugar, sugar, milk and vanilla extract. Mix all ingredients together until creamy.
2. Slowly add the flour, salt and baking soda, and mix. Once the ingredients are incorporated, mix the dough with your hands to form a large dough ball.
3. Wrap about 3 teaspoons of dough around a HERSHEY'S KISSES chocolate, and set it on parchment paper.
4. Continue with the rest of the dough.
5. Line a large plate or cookie sheet with parchment or waxed paper.
6. Using a small spoon, dip a cookie dough ball into the chocolate, and set it on the parchment paper. Right away, sprinkle candy decorations on top of the chocolate so it will stick.
7. Repeat the process for the remaining cookie dough balls.
8. Chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate sets (about 1 hour).
9. Serve slightly chilled or at room temperature. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

**REMINDER**
​WE WILL NOT HAVE A MEETING IN DECEMBER

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE MIDDLE TN CMSA

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on
Wednesday, January, 20, 2016
from 11:30 – 12:30
Tower Classroom, 3rd floor
2300 Patterson St
Nashville Tn 37203

***PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION CHANGE***
ALL MEETINGS IN 2016 WILL BE IN THIS NEW LOCATION

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

Happy September hard to get into the mood of fall with the temperatures so warm. National CMSA and several of other chapters have representatives going to Washington  September 17,2015to  represent CMSA and the important role we play in healthcare. I am so proud to be part of an organization that so strongly supports their members and the importance of our roles.
        I want to remind you of our web site http://www.cmsa-tn.org and all of the wonderful opportunities for continued education, and when meetings are. Speaking of; had a wonderful time at the Senior Directory launch party and saw many familiar faces. Our chapter also has face book page you can access. Vanderbilt Stallworth will be our speaker September 16,2015, looking forward to their presentation.
        Lastly, we are still recruiting for board members, so if you or you know of someone that may be interested please contact me. We would love to have you. Thank you again for all of your support as members and sponsors. See your next Wednesday.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank You
to our
CMSA Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, September 16, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30


Sponsored by:

Topic:  Stroke Rehabilitation: Options and Outcomes
Presented by Dr. John Medical Director
Vanderbilt Stallworth Rehabilitation Hospital
Lunch provided by Vanderbilt Stallworth.  

RECIPE OF THE MONTH


Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs

These too-easy Sweet-and-Sour Meatballs are the perfect appetizer for your next party. Meatballs may be thoroughly cooked without sauce and frozen. Thaw and reheat with sauce.

• Yield: 3 1/2 dozen (serving size: 1 meatball)

Ingredients

• 3/4 pound extra-lean ground beef
• 3/4 pound ground turkey
• 1 small onion, minced
• 1/4 cup egg substitute
• 1/2 cup Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

• 3/4 cup ketchup
• 1/3 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup low-sodium Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 teaspoons dry mustard

Preparation
Combine first 5 ingredients; shape mixture into 1-inch balls.

Brown meatballs, in batches, in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Remove meatballs from skillet, and wipe skillet clean. Stir together ketchup and next 4 ingredients in skillet; bring to a boil.

Add meatballs, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until meatballs are no longer pink.

Nutritional Information
Amount per serving

• Calories 46 
• Fat 1.8 g 
• Cholesterol 11 mg 
• Sodium 106 mg

A Note from your
CMSA President

                   October is an exciting month for Case Managers as we celebrate Case Management Week the theme is “ Exceptional People, Exceptional Care.” I hope you join me in celebrating all of the Case Managers you come in contact with. I myself have been doing this for a long while and after years of bedside nursing; have found this part of nursing often the most rewarding.  Case Managers are patient and family advocates first and foremost , resource for patients, families and staff. We focus on post care needs to assist with providing the best plan of need for the patient. I am proud to be a Case Manager and proud of the Case Managers that work so hard for their patients. Thank you all for all you do.
                If you have not been on the CMSA.org website you should visit it. Many changes and upgrades have been made. There is an area about public policy which is what our CMSA members assist with when they go to Washington and meet in DC. Our own Olivia Westbrook went to represent CMSA Middle Tn Chapter and had many good things to say about our CMSA organization. This organization is a platform that can help you if you want to make changes in healthcare. Join up with CMSA and become connected.
                I will see you all October 18,2017 for our next lunch and learn.
 
Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on

 Wednesday, October 18, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30

Anna Ezell, LMSW will be presenting

Eating Disorders:
From Diagnosis to Treatment

NO CEU's OFFERED

Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2017.

Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

 You do not have to be a CCM or a CMSA member to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!

A Note from your​
CMSA President

Happy post July 4th. I hope you all had a wonderful and safe holiday. We are back on track with our lunch and learns again after National CMSA in June. I am looking forward to seeing you all again for our July Lunch and Learn. I want to take this time to encourage all to check out the CMSA.org website that is packed with resources and tools that are available for all members. If you are not already a member please visit the web site and see how becoming a member can be helpful to your career and education as a Case Manager.

As always we are continuing to encourage sponsors for our chapter. If you are interested please contact me and I will send you and application.
Thank you for all of your support and I will see you next week.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, July 17, 2019
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

SPEAKER:
Andi Bolton, RN, LD, CNSC
BriovaRX 

TOPIC:
HPN 101 (Home Parenteral Nutrition) 

LUNCH SPONSOR:
Joseph Osborne, 
BriovaRx Infusion Services

A Note from your
​CMSA President

Happy July. I hope all had a wonderful and safe July 4th. What a great country we live in and should celebrate. I missed everyone because we did not have a meeting in June but looking forward to seeing you all in July.
    Although our CMSA chapter did not make it to the National CMSA convention, I am sure it was as always an excellent presentation and turnout. We should be able to see updates soon on CMSA.org. As always anyone can access CMSA.org and explore options for joining and the many resources available. And new members are welcome. Looking forward to seeing you all next week. Have a wonderful weekend.
 
Kathy Demicell, President CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

​​The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, July 20, 2016
from 11:30 - 12:30

Sponsor: HealthSouth

Presenter : Winafred W. Hubbard, RN
Director of Marketing Operations

Presentation Topic:  Know The Difference IRF vs SNF

​Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2016.

***PLEASE NOTE***
***NEW MEETING LOCATION FOR 2016***
 
Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

 You do not have to be a CCM or a CMSA member
to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!
 Lunch and CCM CEU’s provided.

A Note from your
​CMSA President

     Happy Pre-Valentine’s Day, Washington’s Birthday, President’s Day, and Lincoln’s Birthday. The month of February is also American Heart month, be sure to take good care of your heart. Don’t forget February is also Black History month to which NPT has been showing very interesting documentaries. A lot going on in February.
        On a different note; be sure to check out the National CMSA website @ CMSA.org. You will find many opportunities for education and events, such as; A seminar entitled Safer Transitions, Fewer Re-Hospitalizations with Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension and the National 27th CMSA Conference in Austin Texas is June 26-30,2017.  Good reasons to become a member of CMSA. CMSA has 35,000 members and 75 local chapters. A wealth or resources. The cost is $170 for national and $20 for local to which can be made in  payments. We are also always encouraging vendors to become sponsors, your support is priceless. I am attaching membership and sponsor packets along with board member application, we have openings and would love you to join. Once again thank you all for all of your support and I will see you February 15, 2017 @ 11:30 for our monthly lunch and learn.
 
 
Kathern Demicell  |  RNCCM, Case Management
 TriStar Centennial  Medical Center  
2300 Patterson St |  Nashville Tn. 37203    ​

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, February 15, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30


Speaker: Todd Jenkins
Topic: "Physical Decline and Fall prevention the Elderly"

Todd is an exercise psychologist with Parthenon pavilion. He has developed a program to help people learn how not to fall when they transition out of the hospital and about physical decline as people age.

A Note from your
CMSA President

        Happy belated News Year, I trust all had wonderful holidays and were blessed at Christmas. We are starting our new year out in a different location that I hope is easier for you all to get to. We will be meeting in the 3rd floor classroom at Centennial Medical in the tower. Visitor parking across the street as well as on street level of the Murphy garage. I am looking forward to seeing you all again. Since this is the start of a new year I hope to see more companies partnering with us, as well as; new individual members.
        Thank you for being part of a wonderful organization and I will see you next week..

Kathy Demicell, RNCCM; President of Middle Tn CMSA 

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Hot Bacon Dressing
Prep: 20 m
Cook: 8 m
Ready In: 28 m
 
Ingredients
 +8 slices bacon 
+1 1/2 cups white sugar 
+3 teaspoons cornstarch 
+1/2 teaspoon salt 
+1/4 cup water 
+1/2 cup white vinegar 
+Add all ingredients to list 
  
Directions
Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside.

In a medium bowl, whisk together the sugar, cornstarch and salt, and slowly pour in water and vinegar, whisking constantly.

In a medium skillet, add the crumbled bacon and pour the vinegar mixture over it. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens.
​
Serve over fresh spinach, with sliced hardboiled eggs and thinly sliced purple onions.

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on
Wednesday, January,20, 2016
from 11:30 – 12:30

Presenter:  Yvonne Glass, a board certified Music Therapist with TriStar Centennial Parthenon Pavillion.  She will be speaking on "Anxiety".

Lunch will be provided by:
Sherry Hall with High Point Hospice

Please note:  
There will be no CCM Credits for this presentation.


Meeting Info for February 17, 2016
​
Topic:  “How Care Gets Paid in Today’s Elder Care Continuum”
Presenter:  Bonnie  Woodard with Elder Law Practice of Timothy L. Takacs, A Life Care Planning Law Firm

Lunch will be provided by:
Adoration Health

Location:
Tower Classroom, 3rd floor
2300 Patterson St
Nashville Tn 37203


***PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION CHANGE***
ALL MEETINGS IN 2016 WILL BE IN THIS NEW LOCATION

A Note from your
CMSA President

​​May flowers, blooming in the air. Just a short reminder to all no June meeting due to National CMSA in Texas. I am looking forward to seeing everyone next week for the May’s lunch and learn. Inspiring people presenting. Just a reminder that we are always accepting sponsors and new individual members coming up in fall is a Fall Membership Campaign offering a $30 discount. If applying for individual membership online is a first time $10 discount. Military and students get discounts as well. Of course I am very partial to our organization but it is a fantastic organization and wealth of resources especially when just starting out as a Case Manager. I want to always express my gratitude to all of our sponsor and members you are the reason we exist.

See you soon,
Kathy Demicell, RNCCM
​CMSA Middle-Tennessee President

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, May 17, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30


Sponsor: CareRite Centers

Topic: Amputee Walking School Program

Lunch with be provided by CareRite Centers - Trevecca, Bethany, Gallatin and Quality Centers for Rehab & Healing Amputee Walking School

A Note from your
CMSA President

  Well, fall has begun. The days are getting shorter and the weather cooler. I think that the catastrophic weather in Texas and Florida has us all feeling blessed we are safe and those that have survived are safe as well.
                I am so proud to inform you that our Treasure Olivia is in Washington DC going to the Hill to represent Case Management Middle Tn Chapter. Each year CMSA goes to the Hill to represent changes and recognition for Case Managers. I am looking forward to hearing all about the experience when Olivia returns and what changes CMSA has assisted in making.
                We are quickly approaching another year ending and I want to encourage more of you to join as individual member to CMSA and our Vendors to be sponsors. Your participation is what makes this chapter grow and enable us to continue to present you with opportunities to enrich your education, resources and networking. Thank you to all who are faithful members and sponsors.
                Our September lunch and learn will be cancelled, but we will see you again for October.

Kathern Demicell
RNCCM President CMSA Middle Tn Chapter

The Lunch & Learn Meeting for
September 20, 2017
has been
CANCELLED​

​The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on
 Wednesday, October 18, 2017
from 11:30 - 12:30

Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2017.


Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203



 You do not have to be a CCM or a CMSA member to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!

 A Note from your
CMSA President

          So, excited about seeing you all again with 2 months missed it feels like a long time. Your support of our chapter is so important for our growth and resources. Thank you all for continuing to support us. I want to take another opportunity to encourage you if you are a vendor to apply with us as a sponsor. The packet is available on our
website http://www.cmsa-tn.org right on the first page and we are in need of continued resources for education and networking. For individuals wishing to join our chapter please go to www.cmsa.org , CMSA will work a payment plan with you. CMSA is such a great organization to be affiliated with and the one most recognized nationally as a standard for Case Managers practice.
          Coming up June 19-23,2018 is the National CMSA 28th Annual Conference and Expo in Chicago, Illnois. Registration is available on the www.cmsa.org website. Go to the website and explore.
               
          Thank you again for all of your support and I will see you February 21,2018.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

For information on becoming a sponsor, please click on the following link. 

http://www.cmsa.org/membership/company-membership/

For information on becoming an individual member, please click on the following link.  ​

http://www.cmsa.org/membership/individual-membership/

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on 

 Wednesday, February 21, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Sponsor:  Breathe Easy Respiratory Solutions
Speaker: Dawn Snyder, Respiratory Therapist, BA, RRT

Topic: "Qualifying the Unqualified Patient" 
​ 
Americare Assisted Living will be providing lunch

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

 Wow August already, the summer has sure flown by fast. Parents are probably glad school has and is starting, but the educators may not be so pleased.
    I am looking forward to seeing you all this month at the August Lunch and Learn. We are having more and more companies seeing the benefit of belonging to CMSA and joining, thank you all that have joined. Middle Tennessee chapter would love the opportunity to have more board members. When you come for the L&L please pick up an application that will be on the table as you enter with other resources, sponsor and individual membership forms.
    September some of our CMSA members will by going to Washington DC to express the value of Case Managers in healthcare. So good to belong to an organization that wants the nation to know our value.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank You
to our
CMSA Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, August19, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

BLT Pasta Salad

INGREDIENTS:
1 (16 ounce) package medium seashell
pasta
1 pound sliced bacon
1 1/2 cups light Ranch-style salad
dressing
1 small onion, chopped
2 tomatoes, chopped

DIRECTIONS:
Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water to cool.
Meanwhile, cook the bacon in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until browned and crisp. Remove from the pan and drain on paper towels.
In a large bowl, stir together the Ranch dressing, onion, and tomatoes. Mix in the cooled pasta. The pasta will absorb some of the dressing, so don't worry if it seems like too much. 
Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. Crumble bacon over the top just before serving.

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on: 

 Wednesday, May 16, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30 

Speaker:
Tom Starling, Ed.D.
President/CEO of 
Mental Health America of Middle Tennessee

Title of Program: 
“Older Adult Bullying” (or “senior-on-senior bullying”).

Lunch Sponsor:
Morning Pointe of Brentwood and
Morning Pointe of Franklin

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              Hello everyone, I hope this finds you all in good health and taking care of yourself and your families. This time has been very stressful and we are still not sure when it may end or what each day brings. I have been so pleased with the community support for all of the  healthcare providers  that keeps our patients cared for.  I want to highlight Amedisys Home Health for the posters they posted at Centennial Medical Center that was encouraging to all of the staff as we entered the building. As an HCA Tri-Star Case Manager I am especially proud of the caring and diligence of the staff at my hospital for the care they provide for patients and the support for each other. I also want to thank the community for their support and acknowledgment of the other essential staff at grocery stores, trucking, and food service and how important they are to all of us.
                Because of continued restrictions we will NOT be having a lunch and learn in April. With God’s blessings we will have one in May. And it will be wonderful to see everyone again. We will keep you posted. I want to add that at this time National CMSA is still planning the yearly education June 28-July 2, 2020 celebrating 30 years of Care Transitions Across the Full Continuum. They have extended the early bird registration.
                I have good news that we have two new board members that have joined us and when we meet again they will be introduced.
Until we meet again may God bless you all and keep you and yours safe.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

​Ingredients

• 1/4 cup lemon curd
• 1 (1.9 ounce) container frozen miniature phyllo shells, thawed

• 1/2 cup frozen whipped topping, thawed
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, or to taste

Directions

1. Spoon about 1 teaspoon lemon curd into the bottom of each phyllo shell; top with whipped topping. Sprinkle a light dusting of cinnamon over the top.

A Note from your​
CMSA President

       The last few months have been taxing on all of us, but I trust you are all well and your families are well. Many functions  and activities have had to be cancelled to include the yearly CMSA Conference in Boston. We have also been unable to do our monthly lunch and learns. There will be none in May. As the state is slowly opening up we will have to play the waiting game to see if we will be able to have June’s meeting. Be assure that your local board has not forgotten you.

       May has been a month to celebrate nurses, hospital week, and Florence Nightingale 200th birthday. I know a lot of you are working from home but if you have a chance don’t forget to celebrate your nurses and hospital worker connections.
​
       Until we are able to meet again, keep safe and take care.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The CMSA Lunch & Learn for May has been canceled due to restrictions for outside visitors/vendors to HCA facilities.

A note from your
CMSA President

The last weeks and months have been challenging with a lot going on in the media and Covid-19. Phase 3 will be approaching soon. But for now we are still unable to have lunch and learns until everything is open again. Until then as we receive education opportunities we are trying to get them on our web page. The 30 CMSA Conference that was scheduled for Boston has had to be cancelled, however; the board has been working hard to be able to present a virtual conference earning up to 71 credits. The URL is URL https://conference.cmsa.org/. Below is an email sent out by Eric Bergman CMSA Chapter Presidents’ Council Representative.

And we will still have many of the events and activities we have come to love and expect from our Annual Conference – an interactive vendor hall, prizes and giveaways, and an opening party. We will also have our annual meeting with Chapter Excellence, Case Manager of the Year, and other awards. It will be a wonderful conference in a new format, which can be enjoyed right from your own home or office.
                I hope you all are taking good care of yourselves and families and are well. Please remember to observe social distancing, handwashing and mask. And that we are all valuable and worthy of love.
​
Missing you all, Kathy

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REMINDER:
NO MEETING
IN ​JUNE

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A Note from your
CMSA President

     Happy January. I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas and New Year celebration. As most of you know we did not have our monthly lunch and learn in December because of the holiday. We were ready to go for January but January’s weather always plays tricks with us, as a result  we will not be having our meeting for January. So we will be anxious to see everyone in February.
     This is the beginning of a new  year and our chapter loves our vendors that are sponsors and our individual members but would love to see more of you become part of our fantastic organization. It is easy to become an individual member by going to CMSA.org and can apply and even make payments on the membership. We can send sponsor packets to anyone interested by contacting, [email protected] or Elizabeth McAllister at [email protected]. There are always packets at our lunch and learns as well. I would love to see our chapter continue to grow and thank you all in advance for your support.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

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The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA
will hold its next monthly meeting on

 Wednesday, February 21, 2018
from 11:30 - 12:30

Please remember that after attending ONE free meeting...there will be a $10.00 fee for attendance, in 2018.

Centennial Medical Center
TOWER CLASSROOM, 3RD FLOOR
2300 PATTERSON STREET
NASHVILLE,  TN 37203

 You do not have to be a CCM or a
​CMSA member to take advantage of this lunch and learn activity!

A Note from your​
CMSA President

Happy Social Worker month. Please take time to celebrate and commend your coworkers, friends, and contacts for the hard work Social Workers do to make sure patients and clients are cared for.

We will not be having March CMSA Lunch and Learn due to COVID-19 (Corona virus) and HCA restricting entrances from outside vendors and visitors. But we will see you all back in April.
​
As always thank you for all of your support.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, April 15, 2020
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

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The March CMSA Lunch & Learn has been canceled due to restrictions for outside visitors/vendors to HCA facilities.

Presenter and lunch sponsor will be rescheduled.

A Note from your​
CMSA President

​                 The responses I received from January’s lunch
and learn was positive. It sounded like everyone enjoyed a meet and great session. The board discussed this in the past and we hope to be able to offer it again. It is a good time for vendors and Case Manager as well as Social Workers to network. Again I want to thank everyone that attended.
                We are still happy for sponsors and individual memberships to join us. We are also in need of more board members so if you are interested in participating as a board member please see me. We always try to have CMSA information  and sponsor/individual packets out for you to pick up that will hopefully prompt you to  join. If you are an individual member that has not had a chance to renew your membership please know that  a discount code EXPAND2020 can be used  to save $20 off National Memberships expires 02/29/2020.
                As always thank you for all of your support and I will see you February 19,2020 for our monthly lunch and learn.

​Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
President of CMSA Middle Tennessee Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting on:

Wednesday, February 19, 2020
from 12:00 - 1:00pm

Speaker:
Nell Ann Crowe, 
Brookdale Senior Living 
​
Topic: Healthy Aging: It’s Never Too Early and Never Too Late

Lunch Sponsor:
Alphonso Harvey,
Music City Medical​

Sesame Chicken for Slow Cooker

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons ketchup
• 2 tablespoons dried minced onion

 

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 3 tablespoons water
• sesame seeds, or to taste

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

Thank You
to our
CMSA Sponsors!

I wanted to thank all that came to the May lunch and learn and for those that need the CEUs form it should be on the way to you via email, our apologies for the mishap with the information on the ones distributed at the meeting. I want to remind everyone there will be no June lunch and learn due to National CMSA to which I will be attending.
        This month’s letter from the President is a short one. I want to say how much I really appreciate all of your support and attendance. I will see you all in July. I am expecting a good turnout. Have a good start of summer month of June.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its next monthly meeting
on

Wednesday, July 15, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30

RECIPE OF THE MONTH


Broccoli Salad

Total Time: 1 hr 20 min
Prep: 15 min
Inactive: 1 hr
Cook: 5 min
Yield: 10 servings
Level: Easy

Ingredients
8 ounces bacon
Salt
5 cups small broccoli florets
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
1/3 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup sugar
3/4 cup raisins
1/2 cup sunflower kernels

Directions
Cut the bacon into small pieces and cook over medium heat just until crisp; drain on paper towels.

Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli and blanch until bright green and slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Drain well, run under cold water to stop the cooking, and drain again.

In a mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, vinegar, onion, sugar and raisins. Add the broccoli and toss the coat with the dressing. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

Just before servings, fold in the sunflower kernels and the bacon pieces. Serve immediately.

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

Happy May to all. It is so nice to see sunshine and flowers again. I am looking forward to seeing you all at our next lunch and learn. Don’t forget we will not be having one in June because I will be at the National CMSA conference. I am pleased that so many have shown an interest in becoming or renewing their sponsorship. Thank you to all of our sponsors and members, you are the heart of our chapter.
        If there is anyone interested in becoming a board member please contact me at Kathern.demicell@hcahealthcare.com and I will forward an application. Nurses are especially welcomed.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank You
to our
CMSA
Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its monthly meeting on

Wednesday, May 20, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30

Lunch & Learn sponsored by:
Visiting Angels
Topic: Utilizing Long Term Care Insurance

RECIPE OF
THE MONTH

Artichoke-Parmesan Cheese Grits

Ingredients:
2 cups quick grits
3 cups chicken broth
½ cup water
2 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 tsp cayenne pepper (or you can use tabasco or chulua sauce) -more if desired
6 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons butter
1 to 1 ½ cups grated parmesan cheese
1 package frozen (Birds eye) artichoke quarters or 2-3 cans, drained
½ cup bacon pieces crumbled (add more if desired)
(you can also add sautéed mushrooms if desired)

Directions:
Spray casserole pan with Pam, set aside.
Boil chicken broth & water, add grits , cook about 5 min’s, remove from heat.
Fold remaining ingredients into grits, mixing well. If too stiff, you can add additional chicken broth.
Place grits in casserole, top with additional cheese and paprika for color if desired. Bake for about 30-35 mins till slightly browned and heated through. 

ENJOY!

A Note from your
CMSA Mid-TN President

       Happy April everyone, I trust all had a wonder and blessed Easter. I am looking forward to seeing you all in the next lunch and learn April 15,2015 and trust that you have been enjoying the speakers. We are fortunate that we have been able to accommodate this every month and I want to thank all of our sponsors that for all of their participation. We wouldn’t be as successful if not for them. Speaking of sponsors, I am pleased that we are having more and more interest in becoming sponsors for our organization, keep up the good work marketing our product. Keep talking us up to individuals to join CMSA and come to the lunch and learns.
        I hope you are all taking advantage of our web site for education opportunities. National CMSA coming up June 23-26,2015 potential for 16.5 CMCEUs, visit CMSA.org. Life Care Centers of America presenting a luncheon at Ruth’s Chris Steak House Tuesday April 28,2015 For more information, please contact Valerie Jones at (931) 434-1407, one CMCEU. Also look on our web site for employment opportunities.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank You to our
CMSA Sponsors!

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its monthly meeting on

Wednesday, April 15, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30

Lunch & Learn sponsored by: Hill-Rom
Presenter: Mark Nystrom, Hill-Rom's Respiratory Educator

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

Healthy Dinner: Lemon and Dill Chicken Recipe

This Lemon and Dill Chicken recipe is an easy, healthy dinner that's low-calorie. This easy lemon chicken recipe simply sautes chicken breasts with a quick lemon-dill pan sauce. This quick lemon chicken recipe is ready in 30 minutes and cooks in one pan.

4 servings | Active Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (1-1 1/4 pounds)
• Salt & freshly ground pepper, to taste
• 3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, or canola oil, divided
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons flour
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill, divided
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation

1. Season chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper. Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until well browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and tent with foil.
2. Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil to the pan. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Whisk broth, flour, 1 tablespoon dill and lemon juice in a measuring cup and add to pan. Cook, whisking, until slightly thickened, about 3 minutes.
3. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan; reduce heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 4 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a warmed platter. Season sauce with salt and pepper and spoon over the chicken. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill.

Nutrition Per serving : 173 Calories; 6 g Fat; 1 g Sat; 4 g Mono; 64 mg Cholesterol; 3 g Carbohydrates; 24 g Protein; 0 g Fiber; 236 mg Sodium; 219 mg Potassium

A Note from your 
CMSA Mid-TN President

Going into the second week of March and I don’t know about you but I am ready for some warm weather. March is also Social Worker appreciation month. Social Workers play an integral  role in the plans for patients, whether that plan is counseling or  helping patients/clients maneuver through systems such as the VA. I am fortunate to work with Social Workers that are part of  interdisciplinary teams in the hospital, making discharge plans available for patients with many needs is  their  specialty.  So please take the time this month to show  your appreciation to Social Workers you come in contact with. I also want to take this opportunity to invite Social Workers to become members of CMSA and your local chapter.
I am looking forward to seeing g you all for our monthly lunch and learn March 18,2015.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

THANK YOU
to our
CMSA Sponsors

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its monthly meeting on
 
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30 

Lunch & Learn sponsored by: Kindred Hospital
Presenter: Nancy Childress
Topic: Mechanical Ventilation

Celebrating Our Wonderful Social Worker's!

THANK YOU
to our
CMSA Sponsors

Recipe of the Month

Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Yield: About 5 servings

Ingredients

• 2 cups dry medium egg noodles
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts*
• 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups chopped yellow onion (1 medium)
• 1 1/3 cups chopped carrots (3 carrots)
• 1 1/3 cups chopped celery (3 stalks)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 (14.5 oz) cans low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 1/2 cups milk (I used 1%)
• 1/3 cup heavy cream

Directions

• Prepare noodles according to directions listed on package (note that you want the noodles to finish about the same time the soup is nearly finished cooking) and drain.
• In a large pot, heat 1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot and celery and saute until tender, about 3 - 4 minutes, then add garlic and saute 1 minute longer. Add chicken broth, parsley, bay leaves and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add chicken breasts and bring soup to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, cover with lid and allow soup to cook until chicken has cooked through, about 10 - 15 minutes longer (cook time will vary depending on thickness of chicken breasts). Remove chicken and allow to rest for 5 minutes, then shred into small bite size pieces.
• Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 1/2 minutes. While whisking slowly add in milk and whisk vigorously to smooth lumps (it will take a lot of whisking to smooth since this is a lighter roux - lesser ratio of butter to flour). Whisk in cream and bring mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Pour milk mixture into soup mixture and return chicken to soup along with cooked noodles and stir. Serve warm with fresh bread or crackers if desired.
• *If using thicker breasts, slice in half through thickness of breasts so they cook faster and more evenly.
• Recipe Source: Cooking Classy

A Note from your 
CMSA Mid-TN President

Happy February, I hope you are all preparing for a wonderful Valentines and might have the day off for President’s day. I was so pleased with the turnout last month that I could hardly contain myself. It was nice to see and meet new folks and I hope they will continue to come. If you know of agencies or people that would have interesting topics to educate us on then let Randy Bauch know, email is [email protected] or Elizabeth McAllister at [email protected]. We are trying to offer subjects we all want to know about that are different and Randy has done an excellent job providing new and interesting people. Thank you Randy. Keep your eye on our web site as we try to add education opportunities for you.  Such as; Traumatic Brain Injury Conference Set for March 17,2015 put on by the Tennessee Department of Health, our web site has more information about it.
        I am happy to say that many have expressed interest in becoming sponsors, so our sponsor members are growing. Thank you all that have recently joined us, we will see your logo up at our next lunch and learn. And don’t forget you can always be an individual National and local CMSA member, I always have information on a table outside of the lunch and learn, as well as; you can go to the website CMSA.org. On the CMSA site you can also see information about the National CMSA Conference in Orlando, Fla. If you are able to go and need CMCEUs it is a great way to earn many at once.
        That is all I have for now, will see you next Wednesday.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

CMSA 25th Annual
Conference & Expo

June 23-26, 2015
Orlando, FL

Click for more Information

The Middle TN Chapter of CMSA will hold its monthly meeting on
 
Wednesday, February 18, 2015
from 11:30 – 12:30 

Lunch & Learn sponsored by:

Abbott Nutrition

Topic:
Managing Hospital Malnutrition:
Improving Processes from Admission to Discharge

Presenters:
Susan Brinkmeier, RN, LD, CNSC
Dana C. Espinoza, MSN, RN

*Reviews the significance of malnutrition and evidence for nutrition intervention on patient outcomes
*Discusses best practice approach to the continuity of nutritutional care from admission to discharge
*Describes hospital nutrition benchmarks and examples of process improvement measures and outcomes measures

Lunch will be provided by Southern Kentucky Rehab

THANK YOU 
to our 
CMSA Sponsors

Recipe of the Month
Loaded Potato Soup

Make this reviewer favorite the star attraction of your next soup night. Kids of all ages will enjoy topping it with bacon and cheese.

• Yield: 4 servings (serving size: about 1 1/4 cups)

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Ingredients

• 4 none (6-ounce) red potatoes
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 cup prechopped onion
• 1 1/4 cups fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups 1% low-fat milk, divided

• 1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 none bacon slices, halved
• 1.5 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1/3 cup)
• 4 teaspoons thinly sliced green onions

Preparation

1. Pierce potatoes with a fork. Microwave on HIGH 13 minutes or until tender. Cut in half; cool slightly.

2. While potatoes cook, heat oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 3 minutes. Add broth. Combine flour and 1/2 cup milk; add to pan with 1 1/2 cups milk. Bring to a boil; stir often. Cook 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in sour cream, salt, and pepper.

3. Arrange bacon on a paper towel on a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a paper towel; microwave on HIGH for 4 minutes. Crumble bacon.

4. Discard potato skins. Coarsely mash potatoes into soup. Top with cheese, green onions, and bacon.

Lunch & Learn
January 21, 2015
11:30 - 12:30 pm

Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203
 
Speaker: Phyllis Shelton, President of LTC Consultants
Topic: Long Term Care Financing


Lunch will be provided by Avalon Hospice

A Note from your
CMSA President

Happy New Year to all of you, 2015 already starting out with a bang. Hospitals, Nursing homes, and home health  full due to the flu that has affected everyone. I hope you have escaped the raft of the flu.
In our last lunch and learn I mentioned that we have lowered the sponsor cost to $450 a year in hopes that this will entice more sponsors. Our web site is updated on how to apply for sponsorship, please view that area and become a sponsor. If you are already a sponsor please renew. Individuals are also encouraged to become CMSA members.
The new year also brings many opportunities for education. Home Instead Senior Care Phone: 866-765-0585 Email: [email protected] offers learning opportunities for caretakers. Kimberly Gully<[email protected]>[email protected] rehab without walls also can be contacted for webinars, the information will be on our web site. The American Heart Association is offering the annual Stroke workshop February 10-13,2015;  to register E-mail:[email protected] Phone: (800) 748-3583 or (508) 743-8517 The deadline to become an AHA/ASA Professional Member to receive Member Registration Rates is January 7, 2015. As an AHA Member, you can save up to $400 on registration.* Renew or Join Membership Today! And lastly the National CMSA Conference June 23-26, 2015 in Orlando Florida, visit CMSA.org to register.
That is all of the news I have for now. I look forward to seeing you all January 21,2015 for out monthly lunch and learn. Bring a friend and enjoy.

CMSA 2015 Conference & Expo

A Note from your
CMSA President

Ho ,Ho ,ho; it is almost Christmas and the end of 2014. Wow where did the year go? As we close 2014 I want to thank all of our sponsors, vendors and members that make this chapter what it is.  Your support has been invaluable.  A special thank you to the board: Randy, Elizabeth, Julie, Phil, Fruz, and Tiffany.   I also want to remind you that there is NO December Lunch and Learn.

As we move into 2015, as I said in our November Lunch and Learn, there are changes for the sponsors coming.  As your board, we have recognized the financial strain of the economy and changes with healthcare coverage and guidelines have placed on your companies.  So starting January 2015 we would like to lower the yearly sponsor membership to $ 450.00/year.  We hope that this will accommodate more sponsors to join our chapter and experience the resources that are available to them.  I would also like to encourage everyone to join individually and to promote to your contacts this chapter.

Once again, thank you all and have a very wonderful and blessed Christmas and New year. We will see you again January 21,2015.


Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank you to our Sponsors!

There will be no Meeting this month!!


Happy Holidays from the CMSA


The next scheduled meeting is:


Lunch & Learn
January 21, 2015
11:30 - 12:30 pm

Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203

-Recipe of the Month-
MINI FRITTATAS

Heat oven to 375°
Spray oil in 6 muffin pan
Dice any vegetable you desire
One container of egg beaters ( I like the western)
Frozen home fries
Turkey sausage ( I cheat and use the kind already crumble and cooked...Jimmy Dean)
Cheese of your choice (Monterey Jack works good)

• Sauté your vegetable to soft.
  
•  Fry your home fries to done in low fat oil and drain.
  
• Place in each muffin  area put all of your ingredients in with cheese last.
  
• Bake for 30 minutes making sure inside of each muffin is done. 
  
• Test with toothpick or knife if no egg come out on the stick or knife they are done.
  
• Let cool before removing. 
• Serve warm, cooled or freeze them for quick breakfast.
  

A Note from your President

    Fall is here and October is a special month for Case Managers.  Case Management Week is October 12th through October 18, 2014.  Please take time to celebrate and thank those that work so hard to advocate for patients and their needs in healthcare.  Have you ever asked a Case Manager why they became a Case Manager and what is rewarding to them?  Try it sometime, you might hear interesting stories.  I became a Case Manager because as a nurse I wanted to make a difference in the continuity of care for the patients I was caring for.  What I find so rewarding as a Case Manager is the thank you I get from patients and families when I am able to secure a discharge plan that is the best plan for the patient.

    Come join us for our usual Lunch and Learn on October 15, 2014.  Unfortunately our presenters will not be able to accommodate CEUs.  I look forward to seeing you all.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank you to our Sponsors!

If you are interested in sponsoring a Lunch & Learn, please contact Randy Bauch

Lunch & Learn
October 15, 2014
11:30 - 12:30 pm

Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203
 
Sponsor: SKY Rehab
Speaker: Lou Anderson, director of Therapy
Topic: Encephalopathy
Lunch will be provided by SKY Rehab

Unfortunately our presenters will not be able to accommodate CEUs this month.

Recipe of the Month
Pumpkin Muffins

These are so tasty- great with a mug of coffee or in a packed lunch

• Serves 10-12
• Prep time 15 mins
• Cooking time 25 mins
• Total time 40 mins

Ingredients

• 250g (9oz) peeled, chopped pumpkin or butternut squash
• 150g (5oz) golden caster sugar
• 3 eggs
• 175g (6oz`) butter, softened
• 350g (12oz) self raising flour
• 1/2 tsp bicarbonate of soda
• 4 tbsp milk
• 50g (2oz) pumpkin seeds

You will need

• a muffin tin lined with 10-12 muffin cases

Preparation

1. Heat the oven to 190c, 170c fan, gas 5 .
2. Place the pumpkin or squash into a food processor and blend until finely chopped. Add the remaining ingredients  except pumpkin seeds and blend until smooth but do not over mix. Stir in most of the pumpkin seeds reserving a few to sprinkle over the top.
3. Divide the mixture between the cases filling at least three quarters full. Sprinkle with pumpkin seeds and bake for 20-25 mins until golden brown, and just firm to the touch. Allow to cool. These will keep in a cake tin for 2-3 days.

A Note from your President

        Although I was not physically here for the August lunch and learn, you were in my thoughts. I thank the board members and especially Elizabeth McAllister for stepping in so I could have a wonderful and well needed vacation.
        I do hope that all of you are continuing to enjoy the monthly lunch and learns. A lot of hospitals are not letting vendors market to them as much or at all, so this is a good way to interact with vendors from all parts of  Case Management. We have vendors from home health, medical supplies, skilled nursing, rehab, insurances and hospital Case Managers and Social Workers. If you have not been coming, please make an effort to come. The benefits are worth it. Education, CEUs, lunch and networking. Also we have been trying to keep the education opportunities update on our web site for your convenience.
        Next month is national Case Management celebration, just giving you a heads up so you can thank those who work so hard to take care of the needs of our patients.
        Thank you and I will see you for the September 17,2014 lunch and learn.

Kathern Demicell, RNCCM
Middle Tennessee CMSA Chapter

Thank you to Our Sponsors!

If you are interested in sponsoring a Lunch & Learn, please contact Randy Bauch

Lunch & Learn
September 17, 2014
11:30 - 12:30 pm

Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203
 
Sponsor: Centennial Bariatric
Speaker:  Pam Davis, RN, BSN, Certified Bariatric Nurse
Topic:  "A Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Overview"
Lunch will be provided by Life Care Hickory Woods and The New Bridges Assisted Living Center (opening soon in Antioch).


CCM's & CEU's will be provided. 

Recipe of the Month

Easy Apple Pancakes

Get your apple a day in a whole new way. These pancakes taste like apple pie, and you can enjoy 3 of them for under 200 calories! Apples are naturally sweet and filling fruits packed with inflammation-fighting antioxidants and cancer-curbing flavonol.

Ingredients
 
•1 1/2 cups Pancake Mix (avoid brands containing hydrogenated oils)
•1/2 teaspoon Apple Pie Spice
•1 cup Water
•1 cup finely chopped Apples (about 1 medium Apple)
Directions
 
In a large bowl, combine the pancake mix and apple pie spice. Stir to mix. Add the water. Mix well to combine. Stir in the apples.
 
Coat a large nonstick skillet or griddle pan lightly with butter-flavored cooking spray. Warm over medium heat.
 
Scoop 1/4-cup measures of batter onto the skillet or griddle. Cook for about 2 to 3 minutes, or until bubbles appear on the tops of the pancakes.
 
Flip with a spatula and cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, or until cooked through.
 
Note: Apple pie spice is a bottled seasoning comprised of ground cinnamon and nutmeg, with additions that can include allspice, cloves, or ginger. If unavailable, replace it with ground cinnamon.
 
Nutrition Information
 
Serves: 4  |  Serving Size: 3 pancakes
 
Per serving: Calories: 188; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0; Sodium: 524mg; Total Carbohydrates: 36g; Dietary Fiber: 2g; Sugars: 6g; Protein: 4g
 
Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 70mg; Vitamin A: 0%; Vitamin C: 3%; Calcium: 10%; Iron: 5%

A Note from 
Your President
August already and school starting back up. Where has the summer gone?  I have had quite a few new inquiries about our local CMSA, some new and some coming back. One person this morning inquiring about renewing her individual membership. As your President, that makes  me smile. Our chapter can always use more members and sponsors, so if you know of people and organizations that would benefit from our organization; please don’t hesitate to invite them to the lunch and learns and to sign up as individual members and or sponsors. In our economy these days we all need all of the networking and resources we can get our hands on to benefit our patients.  Randy has lined up a good subject that is always confusing and changing; Advance Directives.  Just another example of resources that CMSA assist with. Don’t forget to visit our website http://www.cmsa-tn.org. We try to place education and career opportunities on the site for your benefit.
        I will be on vacation during the August Lunch and Learn, leaving you in the more than capable hands of the our board members. I will see you in September.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

If you are interested in sponsoring a Lunch & Learn, please contact Randy Bauch

Lunch & Learn
August 20, 2014
11:30 - 12:30 pm

Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203
 
Sponsor: Quality Health Care
Speaker:  Angie Farley, NP with Quality Health Care, Lebanon
She will be presenting on The Importance of Advanced Directives.  


CEU will be provided. 

Recipe of the Month

Jam-Filled Poppy-Seed Muffins

Recipe Time
Prep Time: 12 Minutes 
Bake: 20 Minutes

Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
2/3 cup sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon almond extract
1 cup whole milk
1/4 cup jam, any flavor
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, optional

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375ºF. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or coat with cooking spray. Combine flour, poppy seeds, baking powder and salt in a medium bowl.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together butter, sugar, eggs, almond extract and milk. Stir in flour mixture until just combined (mixture will be lumpy).

3. Fill each muffin cup with about 1/3 cup batter. Spoon 1 tsp. jam on top of each. Cover with remaining batter so each cup is almost full. Sprinkle with sliced almonds, if desired.

4. Bake until muffins are golden, about 20 minutes. Let cool in pan for 5 to 10 minutes, then remove from pan and let cool completely on rack

A Note from your President

Welcome back after our short break in June, I missed you all.  We are back on schedule now and I hope to see you all for the July 16,2014 lunch and learn. By now I think everyone is aware that we have our web site up and running and we hope you find it user friendly. If you have not seen it please give it a try http://www.cmsa-tn.org. We have a special place for vendors to sign on as sponsors and ability to use pay pal for your convenience.  Yes I am marketing for more sponsors and  CM members. The more the merrier. See you soon,Kathy.

Lunch & Learn
July 16, 2014
11:30 – 12:30 
 
Centennial Medical Center
MEDICAL CENTER BUILDING AUDITORIUM
2201 Murphy Avenue
Nashville, TN  37203
 
Sponsor: Kindred Hospital
Speaker:  Nancy Childress
She will be presenting on Manual Ventilation care. 

CCU and CCM credits will be available.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

If you are interested in sponsoring a Lunch & Learn, please contact Randy Bauch

RECIPE OF THE MONTH

CRAB DIP

8 OZ PACKAGE CREAM CHEESE, SOFTENED (YOU CAN USE LIGHT CREAM CHEESE IF DESIRED)

1/3 CUP MAYONNAISE

2 TABLESPOONS OF PREPARED HORSERADISH

2 BUNCHES GREEN ONIONS WITH TOPS, CHOPPED

¼ TEASPOON SEASONED SALT

1 TABLESPOON CHOPPED FRESH PARSLEY (IF N/A USE DRIED)

1 6-8 OZ PACKAGE OF IMITATION CRAB (CRAB SHAPES) OR FRESH CRAB IF YOU CAN GET IT!


COMBINE CREAM CHEESE, MAYO, HORSERADISH, GREEN ONION & SALT IN MIXING BOWL; BLEND THOUROUGHLY.


FOLD IN PARSLEY AND CRAB. CHILL 4 HRS OR OVERNIGHT.


SERVE WITH CRACKERS OR PITA CHIPS