If you are looking to volunteer, SWCAHEC has set up a new page on their website called Medical Reserve Corps. MRC volunteers assist with activities to improve public health in their community. MRC volunteers include medical and public health professionals, as well as other community members without healthcare backgrounds. Visit the MRC page.
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Support group for Colorado RNs and LPNs are on the front line dealing with the Coronavirus public health crisis
Colorado Nurses Association is offering voluntary support groups to aid in shared problem solving. The group is facilitated by experienced RNs and APRNs and hosted through a HIPAA compliant telephonic platform.
When: Tuesdays, 7pm – 8pm and groups will run weekly through June 23, 2020.
Cost: No-cost for all Colorado RNs and LPNs. Peer support groups are not intended to replace treatment, therapy or self-help groups.
Attendance is limited for each scheduled group and registration is on a first come first served basis.
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The Virtual Room of Refuge has been designed in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide a place of calm and release from stress. It is full of resources for mindfully taking a pause for self-care, and
hopefully bring a smile to your face.
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Are you a CU Nurse? Celebrate the year of the nurse with us! Download our I Am a CU Nurse flyer, take a photo of yourself holding the sign, along with any other CU Nurse alumni, and tag us with your name(s), degree(s), year(s), and where you work. Then post to Facebook (@CUCollegeOfNursing), Twitter (@CUNursing) or Instagram (@CUCollegeOfNursing).
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#IAmACUNurse
#Nurses2020
#Midwives2020
#SupportNursesAndMidwives
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OBH is applying for the next round of federal opioid grant funding, which will allow states to address both opioids and stimulants.
Date: Friday, May 1, 2020 from 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM MDT
The Colorado Department of Human Services, Office of Behavioral Health will apply for the continuation of federal opioid grant funding, which has been broadened for Federal Fiscal Year 20-21 to allow states to address both opioids and stimulants.
This webinar will inform stakeholders on what programs/projects will be funded, and how this work will meet the needs of the opioid and stimulant issues in our communities.
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Introduction to Crisis & Emergency Risk Communication (CERC)
Date: Tuesday, May 1, 2018
Time: 2:00 p.m. (ET)
CDC’s Crisis and Emergency Risk Communication (CERC) webinars help emergency responders and health communication professionals learn more about CERC principles so that they can communicate more effectively during emergencies. Register here
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Fun contest that provide the world with solutions to
the future of our world
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The big question? What should architecture be beyond COVID-19 for Medical facilities, Housing, Public spaces, Transport facilities, and the Workplace.
Architects, urban designers and interior designers (student also welcome) are invited to submit projects that provide possible solutions to how the built environment should be re-designed to prevent the spread of future pandemics.
Registration 30 March – 20 May 2020
Submission deadline June 15th 2020
Publication release 1 Aug 2020
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State of Colorado COVID-19 Response
We are looking for volunteers and donations to help at-risk individuals across our state get through the COVID-19 crisis. Learn more..
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COVID-19 JUST-IN-TIME ECHO FOR PRIMARY CARE
COVID-19 Just-in-Time ECHO for Primary Care is a state-wide partnership bringing you up-to-the-minute information and answering your questions about COVID-19.
In this ongoing series offered three times a week, an interdisciplinary panel of public health, clinical, and pharmacotherapy experts will provide updates on testing locations, availability, and guidelines; debunk myths around medication management in the community; address challenges in primary care practice management (such as transitioning to telehealth); answer questions and discuss de-identified patient cases and more.Participants may join and attend sessions at any time.
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USDA Unveils Tool to Help Rural Communities
Address the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 Federal Rural Resource Guide can help rural communities, organizations and residents impacted by COVID-19. It is a first-of-its-kind resource for rural leaders looking for federal funding and partnership opportunities to help address this pandemic.
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WHAT'S HAPPENING AT ECHO COLORADO
LATEST NEWS!
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The Rocky Mountain Public Health Training Center (RM-PHTC) is housed within the Center for Public Health Practice at the Colorado School of Public Health. We are one of the 10 Regional Public Health Training Centers designated by the Health Resources & Services Administration (HRSA) to provide training to professionals addressing public health issues. We serve Region VIII – which includes Colorado, Montana, North and South Dakota, Utah, and Wyoming.
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For Colorado Nursing Community News. Click here
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Position: Full Time
Tri-County Health Network is seeking a value-driven, process-oriented Programming Director, who has extensive experience managing people and projects.
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Applicant should have substantial knowledge of one or more of the following:
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2) Economic security programs (e.g., Medicaid, CHP+, SNAP, LEAP)
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3) Non-emergent transportation
4) Behavioral health education/training and / or
5) Systems analysis
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We are looking for someone who has exceptional leadership, time management, facilitation, and organizational skills. The ideal candidate is someone who is interested in removing barriers to care that results in healthy communities where everyone has the opportunity and ability to thrive. Candidates must have the ability and willingness to travel with reliable transportation.
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Starting salary range is $65,000 - $80,000 based on experience. To apply, email a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Programming Director” in the subject line.
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Tri-County Health Network is seeking a Community Health Programs Supervisor to support our programs that advance food security in our region and empower people to take control of their health and wellbeing!
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The Community Health Programs Supervisor will oversee multiple Tri-County Health Network (TCHNetwork) Community Health Programs across our rural region. The Supervisor will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations; developing the field team; establishing relationships with stakeholders; promoting programs; improving staff productivity; increasing client participation; and ensuring program sustainability.
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It’s an exciting time for Community Health Programs. We are expanding our health food prescription program (FoodRX) in area clinics, partnering with area clinics to build a regional standard of health, replicating evidence-based practices for our Community Health Workers to use with clients, and determining new initiatives that will continue to improve the health and wellbeing of our region’s residents. We need an action-oriented, results driven professional to lead our motivated team! Salary starts at $40,000-$50,000 per year.
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To apply, email a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Community Health Program Supervisor” in the subject line. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
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Healthcare Job Opportunities in SW Colorado
Mercy Regional Medical Center, Durango, Click HERE
Pagosa Springs Medical Center, Pagosa Springs, Click HERE
Southwest Health System, Cortez, Click HERE
Axis Health System, Durango, Cortez, Pagosa Springs,
Click HERE
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