HEART OF THE ROCKIES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
448 East First St.Salida, Colorado 81201Chaffee CountyUnited States
phone: View Phone719-539-6661website: Websitetype: Critical Access Hospitalsowner: Government - Hospital District or Authorityemergency services: Yesnumber of beds: 25number of certified beds: 25
Description
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is a full-service hospital providing a wide range of services including extensive diagnostic capabilities, treatments, and rehabilitation services.
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is a 49-bed community hospital located in Salida, Colorado. The hospital serves the 15,000 residents of the Upper Arkansas Valley including the communities of Buena Vista, Coaldale, Saguache, Cotopaxi, and Howard.
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) recently received a level-four trauma designation by the State of Colorado. Our staff effectively stabilizes patients that require transfer by Flight for Life services to advanced trauma centers in Denver and Colorado Springs.
HRRMC is currently the only designated trauma facility between Grand Junction and the Front Range.
Community Description:
Chaffee County is on the eastern slope of the Rocky Mountains in central Colorado. Bordered on the west by the Sawatch Range, including the 14,000-Ft. Continental Divide, the eastern boundary of the county follows the Mosquito Range, descending toward the south. Located high in the Upper Arkansas Valley, the Arkansas River flows toward the southeast, between the two mountain ranges.
The Salida, Colorado area is the crossroads for the three interstate highways: U.S. 24, 50 and 285. Driving distance from Denver is approximately 130 miles, 100 miles from Colorado Springs and Pueblo, and 60 miles from Gunnison.
The elevation of the Salida, Colorado area ranges from just under 7,000 to over 14,000 feet on its highest peaks, providing some of the most spectacular views to be seen anywhere in the world. In fact, Chaffee County where Salida, Colorado resides has more mountain peaks of 14,000-foot or more than any other county in Colorado and is often referred to as the "Fourteener" Region.
Source Salida Chamber of Commerce.
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center was first established in 1885 as the Denver & Rio Grande Railroad hospital for railroad employees. In 1962, the railroad decided to sell the hospital. Despite offers of purchase from two outside private companies a group of local community leaders gave money to buy the hospital. The hospital ran as a private corporation from 1962-76 when The Salida Hospital District formed and the community members who provided money in 1962 were reimbursed. In 1989, the hospital's name changed to Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center, better reflecting the services offered and the area served.
What types of specialty services does your organization provide?..
Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center is proud to offer exceptional care to the community and its visitors. We provide a full-range of services composed of modern equipment and a highly capable staff. Our 43 physicians provide everything from complete family care (obstetrics to geriatrics) to surgery (including General, Vascular, Thoracic, Cataract & Laser Surgery, Orthopedic, Foot & Ankle, Gynecological, and Urological). Plus, we have visiting specialists such Cardiologists and Oncologists that provide convenient service to our residents and provide consultations to our local physicians.
Describe any future expansion plans, added services or new developments for your facility?
The hospital has undergone many renovations, including two additions. After a fire in 1899, the hospital was rebuilt. This building still stands as the "core" of the medical center. During 1924-25, a large, two-story patient wing was added to the hospital. Another addition and further renovations were made in the early 1980's, which allowed for a new Intensive Care Unit, laboratory, emergency room, and two additional patient rooms.
The most recent renovations include the addition of ten semi-private patient rooms, a new operating room, Physical Therapy Department and Cardio-Pulmonary Department, an expanded Emergency Room, and an outpatient clinic for visiting specialists.
In addition to facility changes, Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center has kept up with medical technology by investing in several pieces of state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment including the latest CT Scanner, Nuclear Scanner, and a second Mammography unit.
Furthermore, the hospital has just relocated their rehabilitation department to a larger facility to provide additional space and service areas for Occupational and Speech Therapy.
What makes working in your organization different from working for other employers?
Being in a smaller facility in a smaller town, it's easy to get to know everyone and we understand the importance of every team member. We encourage cross training and all of our staff wears a lot of different hats, providing a growth opportunity for our employees. In our Mission Statement it is stated that we give personalized and exceptional care, and the influence of our mission statement is apparent throughout the hospital.
Can you explain the career opportunities available for new graduates in your organization?
We encourage and support hiring new graduates, although due to our size, we may only hire a limited number of new graduates at any one time. Initially, new graduates are normally hired on the Medical/Surgical unit, and we have a structured orientation program in place for new graduates
What can a candidate expect during their interview process?
A candidate can expect to be interviewed about past experience, skills that they bring to the table, knowledge of procedures, hours that they are available, certifications, problem solving abilities, what they are looking for within the job, what they liked about their last job, what they did not like about their past job, and why they would choose this hospital. We would also like to know what brings them to small town life and a rural setting. A drug screen and background check are also required. Usually managers conduct our interviews
What are some common mistakes candidates make when applying for jobs with your facility?
One of the biggest mistakes is not completing the application in full. We also encourage applicants to submit their resume along with an application for employment.
Most facilities stress only the positive aspects of working for their organization. What are some of the challenges faced by new employees and even experienced personnel?
One of the challenges is the high cost of housing. It is more difficult for a family to locate affordable housing, than a single person. The existing staff has had challenges with the cross training. Staffing ratios can be a challenge. In the past, we had staffed at the level of one nurse to three patients. This is changing to one nurse to five patients. On call responsibilities for some units has also been challenging at times, and sometimes our staff must deal with low census. It's important to be able to fit into a close community and a close knit environment. This is a very relaxed community and people are very personable.
Salida Colorado Information:
Outstanding small community with a great climate
Salida is bordered on all sides by mountains
Mountain Biking
Natural Hot Springs Pools
Ranked 30th in the nation among small art towns
Spectacular views, friendly people, and a small town environment, make Salida an excellent choice for someone who would enjoy living and working in a close-knit community with lots of opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.
Heart Attack 54.13% Heart Failure 47.00% Pneumonia 81.86% Surgical Infection Prevention 0.00%
Condition Score % Sample Size Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Arrival 100% 5 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Discharge 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Arrival 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Discharge 100% 2 patients Heart Attack Patients Given PCI Within 90 Minutes Of Arrival 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Fibrinolytic Medication Within 30 Minutes Of Arrival 33% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Arrival 100% 5 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Discharge 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Arrival 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Discharge 100% 2 patients Heart Attack Patients Given PCI Within 90 Minutes Of Arrival 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Fibrinolytic Medication Within 30 Minutes Of Arrival 33% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Arrival 100% 5 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Aspirin at Discharge 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Arrival 100% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Beta Blocker at Discharge 100% 2 patients Heart Attack Patients Given PCI Within 90 Minutes Of Arrival 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 0 patients Heart Attack Patients Given Fibrinolytic Medication Within 30 Minutes Of Arrival 33% 3 patients Heart Attack Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 0 patients
Condition Score % Sample Size Heart Failure Patients Given Discharge Instructions 11% 27 patients Heart Failure Patients Given an Evaluation of Left Ventricular Systolic (LVS) Function 87% 30 patients Heart Failure Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 50% 8 patients Heart Failure Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 40% 5 patients Heart Failure Patients Given Discharge Instructions 11% 27 patients Heart Failure Patients Given an Evaluation of Left Ventricular Systolic (LVS) Function 87% 30 patients Heart Failure Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 50% 8 patients Heart Failure Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 40% 5 patients Heart Failure Patients Given Discharge Instructions 11% 27 patients Heart Failure Patients Given an Evaluation of Left Ventricular Systolic (LVS) Function 87% 30 patients Heart Failure Patients Given ACE Inhibitor or ARB for Left Ventricular Systolic Dysfunction (LVSD) 50% 8 patients Heart Failure Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 40% 5 patients
Condition Score % Sample Size Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Pneumococcal Vaccination 76% 29 patients Pneumonia Patients Given the Most Appropriate Initial Antibiotic(s) 88% 16 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Initial Antibiotic(s) within 6 Hours After Arrival 89% 9 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Oxygenation Assessment 100% 33 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 80% 5 patients Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Influenza Vaccination 58% 12 patients Pneumonia Patients Whose Initial Emergency Room Blood Culture Was Performed Prior To The Administration Of The First Hospital Dose Of Antibiotics 82% 22 patients Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Pneumococcal Vaccination 76% 29 patients Pneumonia Patients Given the Most Appropriate Initial Antibiotic(s) 88% 16 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Initial Antibiotic(s) within 6 Hours After Arrival 89% 9 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Oxygenation Assessment 100% 33 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 80% 5 patients Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Influenza Vaccination 58% 12 patients Pneumonia Patients Whose Initial Emergency Room Blood Culture Was Performed Prior To The Administration Of The First Hospital Dose Of Antibiotics 82% 22 patients Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Pneumococcal Vaccination 76% 29 patients Pneumonia Patients Given the Most Appropriate Initial Antibiotic(s) 88% 16 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Initial Antibiotic(s) within 6 Hours After Arrival 89% 9 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Oxygenation Assessment 100% 33 patients Pneumonia Patients Given Smoking Cessation Advice/Counseling 80% 5 patients Pneumonia Patients Assessed and Given Influenza Vaccination 58% 12 patients Pneumonia Patients Whose Initial Emergency Room Blood Culture Was Performed Prior To The Administration Of The First Hospital Dose Of Antibiotics 82% 22 patients
Condition Score % Sample Size Surgery Patients Whose Doctors Ordered Treatments to Prevent Blood Clots (Venous Thromboembolism) For Certain Types of Surgeries Surgery Patients Who Received Preventative Antibiotic(s) One Hour Before Incision Surgery Patients Who Received the Appropriate Preventative Antibiotic(s) for Their Surgery Surgery Patients Who Received Treatment To Prevent Blood Clots Within 24 Hours Before or After Selected Surgeries to Prevent Blood Clots Surgery Patients Whose Preventative Antibiotic(s) are Stopped Within 24 hours After Surgery Surgery Patients Whose Doctors Ordered Treatments to Prevent Blood Clots (Venous Thromboembolism) For Certain Types of Surgeries Surgery Patients Who Received Preventative Antibiotic(s) One Hour Before Incision Surgery Patients Who Received the Appropriate Preventative Antibiotic(s) for Their Surgery Surgery Patients Who Received Treatment To Prevent Blood Clots Within 24 Hours Before or After Selected Surgeries to Prevent Blood Clots Surgery Patients Whose Preventative Antibiotic(s) are Stopped Within 24 hours After Surgery Surgery Patients Whose Doctors Ordered Treatments to Prevent Blood Clots (Venous Thromboembolism) For Certain Types of Surgeries Surgery Patients Who Received Preventative Antibiotic(s) One Hour Before Incision Surgery Patients Who Received the Appropriate Preventative Antibiotic(s) for Their Surgery Surgery Patients Who Received Treatment To Prevent Blood Clots Within 24 Hours Before or After Selected Surgeries to Prevent Blood Clots Surgery Patients Whose Preventative Antibiotic(s) are Stopped Within 24 hours After Surgery 
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