COVID-19 Staff Information

Staff Information

Please read the following update with important information for staff related to COVID-19.

Public Health Declaration

April 13, 2020

Please read the following link from the Iowa Department of Public Health regarding personal protective equipment:

PPE Shortage Order

Informational Links

Below are links to resource pages that pertain to COVID-19 and disability.

Gazette Resident Resource Database – The Gazette has put together a directory of resident resources for the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City area.

American Association on Health and Disability – AAHD’s list of resources for people with disabilities during the COVID-19 crisis.

How to Use a Pulse Oximeter

Please read the following guide on out to check a pulse using an oximeter:

How to Check a Pulse

Sanitation Checklist

Check out this checklist to make sure you are sanitizing everything you need to at work and at home.

Please Watch: New Safety Videos

Hello everyone,

Our nurse, Sara, has recommended the following videos on how to safely put on and remove gloves and masks. Please take some time to watch the very short clips below.

How to Safely Place and Remove Disposable Gloves
How to Safely Place and Remove Masks
How to Safely Place and Remove N-95 Masks

Thank you to all of the staff who are continuing to work on the front lines to preserve the health and safety of the people we serve. As always, please share any ideas you have for what we could be doing to make this service easier, safer, and more successful.