RANGELY DISTRICT HOSPITAL
511 S White AvenueRangely, Colorado 81648Rio Blanco CountyUnited States
phone: View Phone970-675-5011website: Websitetype: Critical Access Hospitalsowner: Government - Hospital District or Authorityemergency services: Yesnumber of beds: 25number of certified beds: 25
Description
Caring and compassion are hallmarks at Rangely District Hospital. This small, rural facility offers inpatient, swing bed, ER (Level IV Trauma-), ambulance, outpatient services, home health, physical therapy, and family practice physician's clinic.
Rangely Hospital District is a geographically large, rural area, which operates a 28-bed hospital located in Rangely in Northwestern Colorado. Rangely has a population of 3,000, and is located on State Highway 65 between Meeker and Dinosaur approximately 75 miles south of the Wyoming border and 15 miles east of the Utah border. At Rangely District Hospital, you'll find skilled, caring, compassionate staff, with a commitment to the community. The District is very progressive and comprehensive, providing inpatient, swing bed, ER (Level IV Trauma-), ambulance, outpatient services, home health, physical therapy, and family practice physician's clinic.
Rangely is not at the edge of the world, but some say you can see it from here. It is the center of one of the last areas of the West to be settled. The early pioneers called it an isolated empire. For thousands of years the Fremont and later Ute tribes inhabited the area. Ruins and rock art abound, hidden in the canyons. Escalante and Dominguez passed through on their famous exploration in 1776. Modern explorers will find this and a lot more in our secret places. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy water sports at Kenney Reservoir and on the White River, while hunters will find the largest migratory deer herd in the U.S. Wildlife include elk, antelope, wild horses, migratory birds, coyotes, eagles, hawks, buzzards and prairie dogs. Dinosaur National Monument lies with the District boundaries, providing visitors with a view spanning centuries. Here, preserved in the sands of an ancient river, is a time capsule from the world of dinosaurs and before. There are also thousands of acres of BLM public land with hundreds of miles of two-wheel tracks through high-desert plateaus, canyons and mountains.
Rangely Hospital District operates a 28-bed hospital, which is currently in the process of changing designation to “critical access hospital”. We provide 24-hour ambulance and Level IV Emergency Room service for the district. The District is very progressive and comprehensive (considering its size), providing inpatient, swing bed, ER (Level IV Trauma-), ambulance, outpatient services, home health, physical therapy, and family practice physician's clinic. Construction of an assisted living facility is currently underway, with scheduled opening in early 2001. Our patients who require the additional specialized services of a major regional medical center can be transported to Grand Junction on their "Flight for Life."
The staff at Rangely Family Medicine Clinic are Board-certified in Family Practice and Internal Medicine. In addition, we have visiting specialists who provide Obstetrics/Gynecology, Orthopedics, General Surgery, Ear, Nose and Throat, Opthamology, Urology, Radiology, Pathology, and Cardiology.
What makes working in your organization different from working for other employers?
The Board, Administration, and staff of Rangely Hospital District are committed to providing quality healthcare to the residents of the area, and encourage a supportive, collegial type working atmosphere. Our remote, rural areas offers opportunities for staff at all levels to challenge themselves and to cross train to additional departments, providing the opportunity for everyone to further develop their skills.
Can you explain the career opportunities available for new graduates in your organization?
We have many opportunities for new graduates at Rangely District Hospital. New graduates are exposed to “general” healthcare, as they will be responsible for patients in all departments while on shift (medical/surgical, emergency room, and swing-beds). We believe in mentoring new graduates and providing both the training and support necessary for new graduates to successfully expand their knowledge base. New graduates are welcome in every department, including the family practice clinic, radiology, laboratory, respiratory therapy and nursing.
What can a candidate expect during their interview process?
Generally, first interviews are conducted on the phone in a fairly informal manner. Applicants with a genuine interest in rural health will be invited to a site interview, which will normally be conducted as soon as possible following the first interview. This visit will include a hospital and clinic tour, as well as some time in the local area. Applicants are given an opportunity to talk with current employees. During the on-site interview, candidates should be prepared to discuss behavior based interview questions---for example, providing examples of how they cared for a patient, solved a problem, or faced a challenging situation.
What are some common mistakes candidates make when applying for jobs with your facility?
Candidates who do not submit a current copy of their resume, or those who fail to supply references when requested. It is discouraging, also, to have candidates simply read their resume to the interviewer. Another problem occurs when the candidate has not really researched “where” Rangely is located. Our distance from the major cities in Colorado is a drawing point for some, while a real problem for others. It wastes our time to find out a candidate needs to be within a certain distance of a major point after we have spent time on interviews, etc. We'd like to get to know a candidate's true personality, so yes, take the time to bring your supporting documents to the interview, but talk to the interviewer about your background and skills, rather than reading off of a document that the interviewer already has on hand.
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?
The small size of the organization requires every staff member to contribute 100% at all times. It also means that maintaining skills takes additional commitment to education and clinical practice. Employees who are unable to be team players and value everyone’s contributions will not succeed here.
Community Highlights
Dinosaur National Monument: secrets of the past
Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy hunting & fly fishing
BLM public land of plateaus, canyons & mountains
Rafting tours on the White, Green & Yampa Rivers
Rock art from Fremont and Ute cultures
Rangely is only 80 miles from Grand Junction, and two hours from the ski resorts on the Grand Mesa.
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