by PNTC Webmaster | Feb 2, 2024 | Blog
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment is beginning to use the term “community health worker” instead of “health navigators” in an effort to better align with other states and prepare for Medicaid reimbursement in the future. Those working in these...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jan 30, 2024 | Blog, Upcoming Events
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) would like to introduce a Community of Practice for Community Health Workers. If you are a CHW, Health Navigator, Patient Navigator, Promotora de salud or similar role you are invited to join a network...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jan 26, 2024 | Blog
🌟 Ready to make a positive impact? Join our upcoming training session on Motivational Interviewing for Vaccine Hesitancy, exclusively designed for Colorado’s community health workers. Thanks to our partnership this course is offered for free! Secure your spot...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jan 10, 2024 | Blog
As January unfolds, we turn our attention to an important health initiative—Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. This month serves as a dedicated platform to shed light on the prevention, early detection, and understanding of cervical cancer. Our goal is to...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jan 3, 2024 | Blog
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) will be offering winter sessions of the Health Navigation competency assessment through The Center for Advancing Professional Excellence (CAPE) at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. The...
by PNTC Webmaster | Dec 12, 2023 | Blog, Level 1, PNTC News, Upcoming Events
Explore a diverse range of subjects in this extensive ‘Level 1’ training, covering the history and role of patient navigation, effective patient communication, health promotion, and professional conduct. Seize the chance to connect with fellow navigation...
by PNTC Webmaster | Dec 11, 2023 | Blog, PNTC News
PNCT Presents CHW Work at Three Fall Conferences By Shenazar (Shane) Esmundo, MPH, Doctor of Public Health Student, Data Analyst for PNCT One poster and three academic conferences later – our poster has been to places. Attending different research conferences gave me...
by PNTC Webmaster | Dec 8, 2023 | Blog, Online, Upcoming Events
Discover Motivational Interviewing (MI): A patient-centered approach for fostering behavior change. Join our interactive online course to learn essential MI techniques—open-ended questions, affirmations, reflective listening, and summarizing. No prior MI experience...
by PNTC Webmaster | Dec 7, 2023 | Blog
We are looking for patient navigators, community health workers, care coordinators and promotoras de salud to share their thoughts. See below for opportunities to get involved! These opportunities are only open to those in Colorado. Focus Groups on Medicaid and...
by PNTC Webmaster | Nov 27, 2023 | Blog
In May 2023, the Colorado Legislature approved Senate Bill 23-002, marking a significant step towards incorporating Community Health Worker (CHW) services into the Health First Colorado program, the state’s Medicaid initiative. The anticipated commencement date...
by PNTC Webmaster | Nov 21, 2023 | Blog, PNTC News
Exciting developments are underway as the PNCT program receives funding from the Health Equity branch for Motivational Interviewing and Vaccine Hesitancy trainings. Kathleen Garrett, who will be leading the Vaccine Hesitancy training, expresses enthusiasm, stating,...
by PNTC Webmaster | Nov 9, 2023 | Blog, Upcoming Events
The Patient Navigation and Community Health Worker Training Program (PNCT) is excited to announce the offering of 1-day workshops on Motivational Interviewing Skills for Vaccine Hesitancy. Community health workers and navigators are trusted messengers who can deliver...
by PNTC Webmaster | Sep 14, 2023 | Blog, Upcoming Events
CO Alliance for CHWs, PNs, PdS Webinar: HCPF and Medicaid CHW reimbursement discussion Senate Bill 23-002 compels the Department of Health Care Policy and Financing (HCPF), the state agency that administers Colorado’s Medicaid program, to reimburse for Community...
by PNTC Webmaster | Sep 14, 2023 | Blog, Upcoming Events
Join us for the 9th Annual Colorado Health Literacy Conference: “Building Trust and Promoting Clear Communication to Improve Population Based Health Literacy”. With presentations from: Dean Schillinger, MD, is a primary care physician, scientist, author, and public...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jul 19, 2023 | Blog, Job Posting
The Chaffee Housing Authority is seeking a motivated, self-starter with exceptional attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a passion for community, social justice, and equity. This person will compassionately engage with community members who are...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jul 10, 2023 | Blog, Upcoming Events
Level 2: Care Coordination (Summer 2023) 7/28/23 – 8/25/2023 Live Learning Sessions Fridays, 11:30 am-1 pm MT Click Here to Register and Read More This course focuses on the role of the health navigator in team-based care coordination. In this course, we...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jun 27, 2023 | Blog
Presentation: Homelessness and Inclusion Health Presented by Network of the National Library of Medicine When: July 20 at 12:00 p.m. PDT. Please adjust for the time zones in your region. The interactions between homelessness and health are complex. Having a greater...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jun 23, 2023 | Blog
Two Opportunities to Learn About the CO Legislation: Join the discussion about the road to pass the legislation on July 10, 12pMT and then an implementation discussion on July 11, 12pMT. These webinars are open to Colorado and national partners. SB23-002, Medicaid...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jun 13, 2023 | Blog, Job Posting
Medical Case Manager (Denver) The Medical Case Manager purpose is to provide individualized, comprehensive case management and advocacy services to people living with HIV/AIDS. Qualifications EDUCATION – Bachelor’s degree in Human Services Social Work, or Psychology...
by PNTC Webmaster | Jun 13, 2023 | Blog, Job Posting
Bilingual Clinical Patient Navigator (Denver) Under the supervision of the Clinical Services Officer, this position provides an assessment of eligibility, insurance assistance and health education to clients seeking services through the Colorado Health Network Medical...
