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In Honor of Our Loved Ones -A Garden Sanctuary 

April showers bring May flowers… and benches, and a gazebo, and a waterfall and new plants, and. . .

Bent County HealthCare Center broke ground in Fall 2009 for a Garden Sanctuary to be placed at the entrance of the building. The garden space includes walking and wheelchair paths, bubbling rocks, a gazebo, a patio area and many beautiful plants, shrubs and trees. The work is nearly complete and the plants are beginning to bloom.

This project is the result of elder and staff requests who wanted a beautiful garden for their home and an area that would exhibit all who drive by or come in that our home is
different from any other. As one of only 16 Eden© Certified homes in Colorado, Bent County HealthCare Center is continuing to change the old hospital environment into a home
for our loved ones. Our HealthCare Center is known throughout the state as an outstanding facility, one in which our community should be very proud of. The garden has been a wonderful addition to our home and something we are very proud of. The work crew of did a fantastic job and worked during some of the worst winter weather. They became part of our family and we hope to have them back someday.

Establishing a “Garden of Eden” in front of our Eden® home will be another example of the HealthCare Center’s effort to create a human centered environment for those who live and
work here. The garden will be much loved by the elders, staff, families, volunteers and visitors. Work is being completed by South Side Lawn and Landscaping of Pueblo and paid
for by grants from the Colorado Garden Show, Edmund and Eleanor Quick Foundation, the Virginia Hill Foundation, and many, many contributions from local individuals.

Donations are still being accepted for the project and can be made in “honor of” your loved one. Call Alisha 719-456-0106 for more information or
Donate Now.


 

For questions regarding this newsletter or to be added or removed from the mailing list, please contact Alisha at (719) 456-0106 or email

bchccres@rural-com.com


BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE NEWS
Fall 2010 Newsletter Highlights:
  • Garden Grand Opening & Community BBQ September 14

  • List of Garden Sanctuary Donors

  • Open Board Member position

Fall 2010 News
click here
 

 

TRAINING

Bent County HealthCare Center regularly provides training for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT). We also partner with Otero Junior College as a clinical training site for Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) students, Registered Nursing (RN) students, and Early Childhood Education (ECE) students.

To learn more about upcoming trainings, call Janet at (719) 456-1340

http://www.ojc.edu/


JOBS

BHCC Job Application

Bent County HealthCare Center is an equal opportunity employer.

 
We are the third largest employer in Bent County. Positions range from entry level to management position in a variety of departments including nursing, dietary, business, housekeeping, and maintenance.
 
We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefit package that includes: 90% of health and life insurance costs, 5% match for retirement program after one year of employment, 8 days personal annual leave per year, 6 paid holidays per year, 10 days vacation per year, childcare discount, adult day service discount, wellness program with bonus for meeting wellness goals, performance based merit increases, scholarships for ongoing education, flexible work schedules, uniform allowance, free vaccination program, attendance bonus program, positive recognition programs, free fitness center membership, and annual retention and recruitment bonus program.
 

To find out more about position openings,
call Liz at (719) 456-1340

Before Garden Project


 

 

Employment Opportunities

 

Positions open at this Eden facility. Contact Liz or Duana at
719-456-1340.
Equal Opportunity Employer.

1. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) We are looking for special people to join our team who are person-centered, elder-directed and quality focused. They must have leadership skills, strong critical thinking skills, and be learning and teaching centered. We want those who will take an initiative and focus on details of quality. We are a community and are looking for team builders with experience in conflict resolution, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. The caregiver in our organization provides medical and physical care to the elders to meet their daily needs and enable them to function at the highest level possible. Duties include: attending to all personal hygiene and personal care needs of elders, supporting elders in self-care and provide care as necessary for those unable to care for their own needs, following universal precautions, infection control, sanitation and safety standards, providing restorative therapy under the leadership of therapy professionals, and observing and monitoring elders' needs closely. Those who will consistently work with all team members in a positive way, be willing to plan and organize social activities, can maintain adequate documentation, will respect and value elders, families and staff are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be a graduate of a state approved program for nursing assistants. We offer a highly competitive benefit package in a family-centered organization. Call (719) 456-1340 or [click here for an application].

2. Dietary Aide We are looking for special people to join our team who are person-centered, elder-directed and quality focused. They must have leadership skills, strong critical thinking skills, and be learning and teaching centered. We want those who will take an initiative and focus on details of quality. We are a neighborhood community and are looking for team builders with experience in conflict resolution, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. Duties include: assisting in food production for all meals including special meals, snacks, meetings and parties including preparation, set-up and cleaning, completing periodic cleaning duties, serving and delivering food, and assisting the head cook as needed. Those who will consistently work with all team members in a positive way, be willing to plan and organize social activities, will respect and value elders, families and staff are encouraged to apply. We offer a highly competitive benefit package in a family-centered organization. Call (719) 456-1340 or [click here for an application].

3. Ambulance Driver/EMT We are looking for special people to join our volunteer ambulance service who are person-centered, elder-directed and quality focused. They must have leadership skills, strong critical thinking skills, and be learning and teaching centered. We want those who will take an initiative and focus on details of quality. We are a closely knit team and are looking for dedicated team members with experience in conflict resolution, and possess good interpersonal and communication skills. Duties include: responding to emergency medical calls, assisting EMTs on-scene as directed and with lifting and loading patients, providing safe and efficient transportation of EMS personnel and patients, cleaning and restocking ambulances, and maintaining patient confidentiality. Those who will consistently work with all team members in a positive way, are organized self-starters, will respect patients and co-workers are encouraged to apply. Call (719) 456-1340 or [click here for an application].

 

 

Our employee wellness program has been recognized by the American Heart Association. “As a Gold Level Award recipient you have not only recognized the importance of a healthy workplace for your employees but have taken important steps to create a culture of physical activity in the workplace. Promoting a wellness culture by providing support to employees and implementing physical, nutritional, and cultural changes are extraordinary efforts, and we commend you and your employees.”

 

American Heart Association www.americanheart.org/fitfriendly

 

 
 
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