Iowa Department of Health and Human Services

A major risk of invasive procedures is the introduction of germs leading to infection. Failure to properly disinfect medical devices or sterilize surgical instruments may lead to infections from contaminated medical equipment. This webinar will outline steps to be taken prior to disinfection of medical devices or sterilization of surgical instruments in a sterile processing department to ensure effective reprocessing for use on the next patient. This webinar, presented by the Iowa HHS and ECRI, is designed for Iowa’s frontline healthcare workers with a focus on those who interact in any capacity with persons seeking healthcare, including physicians, nurses, patient care technicians, and non- clinical staff. Speakers - Margaret Miller, BS, MT(ASCP)M, CIC, FAPIC, Infection Preventionist, ECRI - Katherine Lunt, MPH, MBA, CIC, HEM, Infection Preventionist, ECRI Register for this FREE webinar. Continuing education credits are available: https://lnkd.in/eWdwN7YW

Iowa HHS invites you to take a survey that will help us understand and improve the health of women and children in Iowa. Sharing your opinions and experiences will support future health care strategies and services. You will be asked about your experiences in getting health care and social support services. · No personal information will be collected. · Survey results will help us identify health priorities, assess existing services and plan for a healthier future. The survey will close on July 14. English survey: https://go.iowa.gov/Waxh Español: https://go.iowa.gov/y5pD

The next Iowa HHS public comment session is coming up on July 1! We hope you can join us as we meet to discuss and establish the new behavioral health districts in Iowa. Upcoming public comment sessions: Date: July 1, 2024  Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.  Location: Polk County River Place, 2309 Euclid Ave., Des Moines     Date: July 8, 2024  Time: 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.  Location: Virtual*     Date: July 18, 2024  Time: 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.  Location: Rosecrance Jackson Centers, 3500 W 4th St., Sioux City, IA 

Are you looking for the next step in your communications career? Come join our team at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services! The following positions are now open: Social Media Manager & Graphic Design: https://lnkd.in/gAYD93x5 Community Access & Eligibility Communications Specialist: https://lnkd.in/gTK4NHqF

Did you know that Iowa conducts a state health assessment (SHA) and state health improvement plan (SHIP) every five years? In the 2023-2027 edition of the SHIP, organizations throughout the state are working together to address Access to Care: Behavioral Health and Healthy Eating & Active Living. Together, we hope to improve the health of all who live, learn, work and play in Iowa! https://go.iowa.gov/tyYC

Iowa HHS invites you to attend public comment sessions on establishing the new behavioral health districts in Iowa. Join us at one of the dates below! -  June 13, 2024, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 pm (virtual) -  July 1, 2024, 1:00 – 3:00 pm (Polk County River Place, Des Moines) - July 8, 2024, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm (virtual) - July 18, 2024, 12:00 – 2:00 pm (TBD, Sioux County) Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gfKNY4ai

Judicial partners, therapists, child advocates, medical providers, law enforcement and all other professionals who interact with Child Protective Services; save the date for our upcoming Child Protective Services Colleague Town Hall on Tuesday, June 18 at 5:30-6:30 p.m.    https://lnkd.in/gk6GaJKT     

Judicial partners, therapists, child advocates, medical providers, law enforcement and all other professionals who interact with Child Protective Services; save the date for our upcoming Child Protective Services Colleague Town Hall on Tuesday, June 18 at 5:30-6:30 p.m.    https://lnkd.in/gk6GaJKT     

Join us as we provide an overview of the core elements of antimicrobial stewardship (AMS) in veterinary practices, roles and responsibilities of veterinary personnel, clinical resources, and how to start an AMS program.   Register: https://lnkd.in/guRV3RqX   Presenters: ·  Andrew Hennenfent, DVM, MPH, DACVPM Healthcare Associated Infections Program Manager, Iowa HHS   ·  Katie Rumsey, DVM, MPH, DACVPM Assistant State Veterinarian, IDALS

Are you interested in a social work career path? Come join our team at the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services! The following counties are hiring for child and family case manager positions: Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 2) - Dubuque County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 2) - Harrison County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 2) - Clinton County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 2) - Clay County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 2) - Linn County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 3) - Clarke County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 3) - Hamilton County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 3) - Scott County Child and Family Case Manager (Social Worker 3) - Polk County See Child and Family Case Manager Positions and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gunCZBfd