Workplace violence decreased by 21% thanks to education, action and collaboration
By fostering open communication, we reinforce that we are a place of healing, and we invite patients to engage with staff respectfully and participate in their care.
PointClickCare certification 'a game changer' for Salem Health Laboratories
For patients and families, the streamlined process helps avoid unnecessary hospital visits and emergency room trips.
Level IV trauma center (West Valley Hospital)
In 2013, Oregon Health Authority accredited West Valley Hospital emergency department as a Level IV Trauma Center, ready to care 24/7 for the Willamette Valley’s most seriously injured patients. Trauma facilities are designated as Level I, II, III, or IV. The role of the Level IV trauma center is to provide resuscitation and stabilization for severely injured adult or pediatric patients before transferring them to a higher level trauma system hospital.
Every trauma patient who arrives in the West Valley Hospital emergency department is met by trauma-trained nurses who are immediately available to initiate lifesaving care.
How to care for a forearm fracture: What you should know
If someone believes they have fractured a forearm, it’s important to quickly seek care so a provider can help plan their recovery.
How to stay on track with your health goals in 2025
It’s common to fall off on New Year’s resolutions by February, so Salem Health registered dietitians share a few tricks to prioritize diet and exercise throughout 2025.
ER nurse gets surprise homecoming from military husband
Nurses sew special pillows for open-heart surgery patients
Hair stylist discovers new look inside and out after bariatric surgery
Donated fitness equipment gives incarcerated youth new career opportunity
First baby of 2018 also gets jump-start on college
Salem Health community partnerships: A year in review
Salem Health's emergency department is expanding
Blood pressure guidelines have changed!
Cold or flu? Do you know the differences?
Yam or sweet potato? The surprising difference
Grief and the holidays: Compassion through community
QUIZ: Germs in flight
ER nurse volunteers beyond the hospital
Nurse helps Humane Society kittens find homes
Salem Health employees volunteer to make dream homes a reality for two Keizer families
Salem Health helps lead the conversation about suicide
Salem Health grant helps Boys & Girls Club prevent obesity
ER nurse talks tough at the skate park
15+ tips for making fruits and veggies last
West Valley Hospital nurse volunteers year-round to help kids