Journey Program
The Journey Program is a professional development program for high school students graduating in Spring of 2025 who are interested in a career in healthcare.
How It Works
The Journey Program is a multi-year program that pairs education and job training. It begins with an application to the program, CCH department manager reviews applications and conducts interviews with candidates. Students selected will be enrolled in professional development programs at CCH, and their college classes and materials will be paid for by CCH.
If you’ve always been interested in healthcare, read more about the Journey Program tracks, and start your journey today!
The RN Track
The “RN Track” is for those interested in becoming a Registered Nurse. Admitted students will receive one-on-one mentorship provided by a Professional Development RN and a career development plan, all while gaining tangible experience as a CCH employee along the way! During the program, you will be guided on the journey from Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) to Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and ultimately to Registered Nurse (RN). By the end of the program, you will be admitted into the CCH RN Residency Program!
What does an RN do?
RNs assess and identify patients' needs, then implement and monitor the patient's medical plan and treatment. They can work in any specialty and in various healthcare settings, including home healthcare. They provide patient care, and education, and assist other healthcare professionals. Registered Nurses are graduates from a college nursing program or from a school of nursing and have passed a national licensing exam.
The IT Help Desk Technician Track
What does an IT Help Desk Technician do?
An IT Help Desk Technician is a professional who provides technical support and assistance to end-users, whether on the phone or in person so good communication and active listening skills are a must. The IT Help Desk Technician primary role is to ensure an end-user’s satisfaction and ability to properly operate technology or equipment they may be having trouble with. They serve as the first point of contact for end-users seeking technical assistance over the phone or email, perform remote troubleshooting through diagnostic techniques and pertinent questions, and determine the best solution based on the issue and details provided by end-user.
The Radiological Technologist Track
What does a Radiological Technologist do?
Radiologic technologists (X-Ray techs) are medical personnel who perform diagnostic imaging examinations, which are ordered by physicians and/or mid-level providers. X-Ray techs work in hospitals, clinics, physician’s offices, and other medical settings. Their education starts with general college courses; after which, they will apply to a two-year radiologic technology program. The courses/classes cover anatomy, patient positioning, examination techniques, equipment protocols, radiation safety and patient care. General radiography is where X-Ray techs generally start out but there are different imaging modalities under the umbrella of radiology; including: bone densitometry, cardiac or vascular interventional radiography, computed tomography, mammography, magnetic resonance imaging, nuclear medicine, or sonography. Radiologic Technologists have often been referred as “the eyes of medicine”.
Video: https://youtu.be/F82N-GV_V8g?si=fOuoZXG5eQ1ciaWe
The Medical Laboratory Technician Track
What does a Medical Laboratory Technician do?
Campbell County Health has an amazing laboratory. We partner with the Casper College to train Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) in a two-year degree program. They play a vital role in healthcare by conducting laboratory tests that help in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases. They handle such tasks such as collecting, and analyzing body fluids, tissues, and cells. MLTs are skilled in operating complex laboratory equipment, preparing specimens, and conducting tests ranging from blood counts to identifying pathogens. Accuracy and attention to detail are crucial, as their work directly influences patient care decisions. There is an ongoing demand for this vital role.
Video: https://youtu.be/YDWk-C8nN2Y?si=Zyk8fnM9aoaob79F
The Respiratory Therapist Track
What does a Respiratory Therapistdo?
Respiratory Therapists perform a wide range of duties including:
- Diagnose lung and breathing disorders and recommending treatment methods.
- Interviewing patients and doing chest physical exams to determine what kind of therapy is best for their condition.
- Consulting with physicians to recommend a change in therapy, based on your evaluation of the patient.
- Analyzing breath, tissue, and blood specimens to determine levels of oxygen and other gases.
- Managing ventilators and artificial airway devices for patients who can’t breathe normally on their own.
- Responding to Code Blue or other urgent calls for care.
- Educating patients and families about lung disease so they can maximize their recovery.
Respiratory Therapists work in a wide range of settings including:
- In HOSPITALS giving breathing treatments to people with asthma and other respiratory conditions.
- In INTENSIVE CARE UNITS managing ventilators that keep the critically ill patients alive.
- In EMERGENCY ROOMS delivering life-saving treatments.
- In NEWBORN AND PEDIATRIC UNITS helping children with conditions ranging from premature birth to cystic fibrosis.
- In OPERATING ROOMS working with anesthesiologists to monitor patients’ breathing during surgery.
- In PATIENT’S HOMES providing regular check-ups and making sure people have what they need to stay out of the hospital.
- In SLEEP LABORATORIES helping to diagnose disorders like sleep apnea.
- In SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES and pulmonary rehabilitation programs helping older people breathe easier and get more out of life.
- In DOCTOR’S OFFICES conducting pulmonary function tests and providing patient education.
- In ASTHMA EDUCATION PROGRAMS helping children and adults alike learn how to cope with the condition.
- In SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAMS assisting those who want to kick the habit for good.
- In AIR TRANSPORT AND AMBULANCE PROGRAMS rushing to rescue people in need of immediate medical attention.
- In CASE MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS helping devise long-term care plans for patients.
Video: https://youtu.be/-ry8Crdzkg4?si=XQHJL_yn3mmnsrtX
What are the criteria, and how do I apply?
- 3.0 high school GPA or higher (transcripts required)
- ACT scores
- Two letters of recommendation from teachers
- You must submit an essay describing why you are interested in a healthcare career. (Word Limit: 500)
- Complete the application and submit all supplementary materials no later than December 6th, 2024.
PLEASE EMAIL:
ACT SCORES
2 TEACHER REFERENCE LETTERS
TRANSCRIPT
500-WORD ESSAY
TO Education@cchwyo.org AFTER COMPLETING THE APPLICATION.
Please email Education at Education@cchwyo.org for questions.
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