CRHC Confirms Second Positive Case Internally

Clarinda Regional Health Center • June 5, 2020

Clarinda, IA | 6.5.2020

A message from Chuck Nordyke, CEO, Clarinda Regional Health Center.

I have just been informed of a second employee who has tested positive after being tested through our Test Iowa Site. This person is a middle-aged adult (41-60 years) and is mostly symptom free and doing well. Our thoughts and prayers are for this team member to remain symptom free. They are now quarantining at home until another test can be performed in accordance to the State Health Department’s recommendations.

I cannot emphasize enough my gratitude to all these folks for being on the frontlines and knowingly putting themselves at risk for something like this in order to assure our communities are receiving the care they need. We continue to require all staff, patients and visitors wear a mask while in our facility to help mitigate exposure.

It is important to be tested if you are having symptoms or have a possible exposure, if you feel you have symptoms or have been exposed to someone with symptoms, call 712-542-8341 to set up an appointment with one of our providers, either in person or through a televisit or go to testiowa.com, complete the survey and follow there instructions. Once this has been completed, if you qualify for a test, you can have it done at CRHC via our drive through testing site on Monday, June 8th from 11:00am to 1:00pm, Wednesday, June 10th from 3:00pm to 5:00pm or Friday, June 12th from 9:00am to 11:00am.

A contact investigation with Page County Public Health and IDPH is already being conducted. If you feel you may have been exposed or have any questions, please call Page County Public Health at 211.

Holiday Clinic Hours for 2025

By Clarinda Regional Health Center • November 12, 2025
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By Clarinda Regional Health Center • October 14, 2025
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CRHC Recognized with Two Prestigious Quality Awards

By Clarinda Regional Health Center • September 29, 2025
Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is proud to announce that it has received two significant awards recognizing excellence in quality of care and hospital performance. The awards were presented by Iowa Health and Human Services through the Flex program. The first award honors CRHC’s outstanding performance in electronic clinical quality measures (eCQMs). These measures demonstrate the hospital’s consistent use of best practices in critical areas of patient care, including stroke treatment, ST-Segment Elevation Myocardial Infarction (STEMI) response, safe opioid prescribing, and prevention of venous thromboembolism (VTE). Additionally, CRHC earned recognition for successfully meeting all eight Critical Access Hospital Quality Infrastructure Elements and Criteria for 2024. This distinction reflects the hospital’s commitment to building and sustaining a strong culture of quality through effective leadership, dedicated teamwork, and innovative care strategies. “These awards highlight the commitment of our providers, nurses, and staff to deliver safe, high-quality care to every patient, every time,” said Lisa Haffner, Vice President of Quality, Accreditation and Care Management. “We are proud to consistently exceed state and national benchmarks in patient outcomes, staff training, and community engagement.” CRHC continues to lead the way in advancing rural healthcare by prioritizing data-driven improvements, continuous staff education, and meaningful connections with patients and families.  For more information about Clarinda Regional Health Center and its services, please visit www.clarindahealth.com or call 712-542-2176.

CRHC Shares Date for Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic in October

By Clarinda Regional Health Center • September 10, 2025
Drive Thru Clinic is located at the Clarinda Mental Health Center Parking Lot

CRHC's 2025 Community Fall Wellness Lab Draw Information

By Clarinda Regional Health Center • September 3, 2025
Lab Draws and Influenza Vaccines are available in October!

CRHC Welcomes Dr. Jose Hinojosa, Family Practice Provider

By Clarinda Regional Health Center • September 2, 2025
Clarinda Regional Health Center (CRHC) is excited to welcome Dr. Jose Hinojosa, a Family Medicine physician, to the team. Dr. Hinojosa brings more than 30 years of experience in caring for patients of all ages and will begin seeing patients in September of 2025. Dr. Hinojosa completed his medical degree at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and his residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center in McAllen, Texas. Over his career, he has served in multiple leadership roles, including Medical Director and Chief of Staff, while remaining passionate about providing patient-centered primary care. “I’m looking forward to getting to know the people of Clarinda and the surrounding communities. My goal is to provide the kind of care that helps patients feel heard, supported, and confident in their health,” Hinojosa said. CRHC President/CEO Chuck Nordyke stated, “We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Hinojosa to Clarinda Regional Health Center. His extensive background in family medicine and leadership, combined with his dedication to patient care, will be of benefit to the patients and families we serve. He reflects our mission of Advancing Exceptional Care close to home.” At CRHC, Dr. Hinojosa will offer a full range of family medicine services, including wellness visits, preventive care, chronic disease management, and care for everyday illnesses and injuries. He will be seeing patients Tuesday through Thursday from 7a.m. to 7p.m. Appointments with Dr. Hinojosa can be scheduled by calling the CRHC CMA Clinic at 712-542-8330 or requesting an appointment with him using our online feature . For more information about Clarinda Regional Health Center, visit www.clarindahealth.com.
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