JMC in the Community
Community Report
Jacksonville, Alabama
Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in eastern Alabama and surrounded by wilderness areas of mixed pine and hardwood forests, the city of Jacksonville is well-known as the “Gem of the Hills.”
The Hospital
Jacksonville Medical Center is an 89-bed facility, accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). Located in North Calhoun County, the facility underwent a $3.2 million renovation and expansion project in 2004, which included a new Emergency Department. Hospital services include a Medical/Surgical Unit, Obstetrics Unit, Inpatient/Outpatient Surgery, Cardiopulmonary Services, Lab/Reference Lab, Senior Care Unit, Intensive Care Unit, Same Day Surgery, Emergency Room, Imaging (MRI, CT, Nuclear Medicine, Mammography, Ultrasound) and Family Health Centers.
The Community
Situated midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, the city of Jacksonville is conveniently located 16 miles north of I-20.
The community boasts a strong education system. The city schools rank 12th in the state academically. Jacksonville State University (JSU) serves more than 9,000 students on its 318-acre campus. This state-supported regional institution is the fifth largest university in Alabama and is renowned for its teacher education programs. JSU offers pre-professional programs in more than 40 academic areas, including medicine, business, law, criminal justice, nursing, social work, music and environmental management, as well as 18 graduate degree majors.
Nearby is the world-famous Talladega Superspeedway, the world’s biggest and fastest motorsports facility, with seating for more than 143,000. Just down the road is the Anniston Museum of Natural History, which features open-air exhibits of mammals, dinosaurs and fossils, a 400-species bird collection, two Egyptian mummies, and a walk-through replica of an Alabama cave. Also included is a children’s discovery room, nature trails, art exhibits, picnic areas and gift store. This nationally accredited museum was recently awarded status as an affiliate of the Smithsonian Institute, the first museum in Alabama to receive this designation.
Recreation
Here in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, wilderness areas are plentiful. Hikers and campers can enjoy the Cheaha National Wilderness Area, the Talladega National Forest and the Coosa River Basin. Cheaha State Park features the highest point in Alabama at 2,407 feet. The park also features eleven stone cabins, Cheaha Lake, a stone bath house, an Observation Tower and Bald Rock Group Lodge. The 33-mile Chief Ladiga Bike Trail is a converted railway line that runs right through the city. Jacksonville also has 200 acres of parks and numerous walking trails. There are four golf courses in the area, including Silver Lakes. Part of the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, it offers some of the most scenic and demanding golf in the Southeast.
Local Point of Interest
Talladega Superspeedway – the world’s biggest and fastest motorsports facility, with seating for more than 143,000
Cheaha State Park – features the highest point in Alabama (2,407 feet), with plenty of hiking and biking trails and beautiful mountain scenery
Silver Lakes – an 18-hole championship golf course and part of the world famous Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail
Distance to Major Cities
Birmingham, Alabama 76 Miles
Huntsville, Alabama 96 Miles
Atlanta, Georgia 103 Miles
Chattanooga, Tennessee 115 Miles
Jacksonville Medical Center is dedicated and committed to being involved in the local community. Each year the hospital gives donations to support many local organizations and participates in many different fundraisers. Many employees at Jacksonville Medical Center serve in a variety of local civic clubs and volunteer their time for many fundraiser events throughout the year. We are committed to serve our community and to provide quality healthcare to everyone. Listed below are organizations that we have contributed to through sponsorships, fundraisers, and volunteer hours:
• American Cancer Society
• American Heart Association
• American Red Cross
• Anniston Rotary Club
• Anniston High School
• Big Brothers Big Sisters
• Boys and Girls Club
• Calhoun County Chamber of Commerce
• Concern For Children
• Jacksonville State University
• Jacksonville Kiwanis Club
• Jacksonville City Schools
• Jacksonville Meals on Wheels
• Jacksonville Merchants
• MGMA East Alabama
• March of Dimes
• Ohatchee City Schools
• Piedmont City Schools
• Pleasant Valley High School
• Salvation Army
• Saks High School
• United Way of East Central Alabama
• Weaver City Schools
• West Anniston Foundation
Last year, Jacksonville Medical Center conducted a Health Fair for the Piedmont community. We provided many beneficial health information booths and provided entertainment, food, and give-aways for everyone that attended.
Jacksonville Medical Center provides a special Halloween event: “Trick or Treat Celebration”. This event is open to the public. Children of all ages dress up in their best costume and come to the facility to “trick or treat” for candy. Each department at Jacksonville Medical Center sets up a booth outside the facility. Each booth consists of a Halloween theme and it is filled with games, candy, and prizes. This event is especially favored by all the kids!
Patient Statistics:
Patients Admitted..............................................................................1,757
Babies Delivered..................................................................................281
ER Patients Cared For.......................................................................14,015
Inpatient Surgeries Performed................................................................298
Outpatient Surgeries Performed...........................................................1,295
Economic Impact:
Total Employees..................................................................................243
Salaries/Wages/Benefits.............................................................$9,456,179
Capital Funds Reinvested.............................................................$1,350,784
Local Vendor Purchases...............................................................$1,838,707
Total Economic Impact...............................................................$12,645,670
Total Charitable Contributions/
Public Service................................................................................$19,495
Total Charity/Uncollected/
Discounted Care.......................................................................$55,089,443
Local Taxes Paid:
Property Tax................................................................................$150,416
Sales Tax......................................................................................$40,696
Total Local Taxes..........................................................................$210,130
Medical Auxiliary:
Total Donated Hours...........................................................................5,745
In 2005, Jacksonville Medical Center soared high in accomplishing many goals. The Medical Office Building and the Senior Care Unit was approved and will go under development in 2006. Other accomplishments in 2005:
- Revamped cafeteria to a more contemporary setting
- Refurbished many waiting areas throughout the facility to provide a more welcoming and relaxed environment
- Remodeled nine patient rooms with an addition of personalized showers in each room
- More security cameras were added throughout the facility for employee and patient safety
- Created additional office space in the Jacksonville Family Health Center