An Interview
with: Platte County Memorial Hospital
Q. Can
you tell us more about your organization?
Since being built in the 1950s, Platte County Memorial Hospital, Nursing Home & Home Care has been in a constant state of improvement. We will continue to improve and add services as the needs arise.
Q.What types of specialty
services does your organization provide?..
Platte County Memorial Hospital, structured its health services so that it can offer superior healthcare in every phase of a client’s life.
Services offered:
Acute Care – Birthing Classes/Obstetrics - Cardiopulmonary Care - Emergency Department - Home Care -Inpatient and Ambulatory Surgery - Laboratory Services - Long Term Care - Nutritional Counseling - Occupational Therapy - Physical Therapy - Radiology/CAT Scan/Mammography – Rehabilitation - Speech Therapy - Visiting Specialists - Wellness Services
Q.Describe any future
expansion plans, added services or new developments for your facility?
As services are needed in Platte County, PCMH has always been able to meet those needs with facility additions and new services.
Q. What
makes working in your organization different from working for other employers?
Platte County Memorial Hospital is a smaller hospital that has the best of both worlds. It is in a rural community with all the advantages of small town living combined with the advances of a modern health care facility. The hospital provides many opportunities for growth, as it is connected with several other facilities within the Banner Health System.
Q.Can you explain the
career opportunities available for new graduates in your organization?
The Platte County Memorial Hospital is always open to hiring new graduate RN’s. There is a very structured orientation program throughout the Banner Health System in place. This program, the “Nurse Residency Program,” runs two to three times per year. A new graduate RN comes into the system, participates in training and education, obtains knowledge and experiences in different nursing units, and is then eventually placed at one of our hospitals. Occasionally we do hire other new graduates in areas such as radiology or therapy, and a structured orientation program is available in these specialty areas as well.
Q. What
can a candidate expect during their interview process?
The candidate will have a private interview with a manager, which could turn into a group interview. Position duties and details are discussed with the candidate. The organization is also discussed in more detail. There are times when the interview begins with a phone interview and can lead to a personal interview. At that time, the candidate is flown in and reimbursed for expenses
Q.What are some common
mistakes candidates make when applying for jobs with your facility?
Applicants frequently do not tell us enough about their knowledge, skill, ability and experience. Often they omit identifying certifications they have earned and training they have received. While a candidate may apply for one position, we may also wish to consider her/him for other positions for which she/he may be qualified.
Q. Describe
the employee compensation and benefit packages available at your organization.
Q.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?
Within our organization, one has to be conducive towards change. Our organization has evolved and expanded over the years.
Q. What
is the best way for a candidate to apply for a job with your facility?
If provided,
please follow the link/s below to access employment opportunities
at Platte County Memorial Hospital. If employment opportunity information is not available
at this time, you are advised to contact the facility's Human Resource
Department for more information.
To
help you get a better picture of the community surrounding Platte County Memorial Hospital, you may also
want to check out any Related Links (Part IV), below, for further community, business and hospital information.
Community
Highlights
Platte County Fair & Rodeo
Summer Fun Fest and Antique Tractor Pull
Laramie River Station power plant
Octoberfest/Moonlight Madness - Country Appreciation Night dance, Christmas Lighting
Platte County Bike Race
Additional
Thoughts About The Community
Recreational opportunities and outdoor activities abound in Plate County. Fishermen can get to fishing sites located just a couple of minutes from town, either at Wheatland Reservoir, Grayrocks Reservoir, or the Laramie River. The Platte County Fair & Rodeo tops the list of major events, usually held the second full week of August. The Platte County Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Summer Fun Fest and Antique Tractor Pull ending with a street dance, at the Town’s 40-acre Lewis Park, the 2nd Saturday in July. Other activities range from Contemporary Quilt Festivals, Art and Craft Shows, Stars of Tomorrow, Casino Night, Wheatland Jaycee Fireworks, Platte County Bike Race, Octoberfest/Moonlight Madness, Town and Country Appreciation Night dance, Christmas Lighting Ceremony, Knowledge Bowl, to the highly charged and enthusiastic high-school athletics events. Those who like college football or basketball can drive just a little over an hours time and watch the University of Wyoming games. (Courtesy: Platte County Chamber of Commerce)
