St. Elizabeth College of Nursing (SECON) graduated 67 new nurses on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Of the 67 graduates, 45 attended weekday classes and 22 participated in the evening/weekend program. The 115th graduation ceremonies were held at the St. Elizabeth College of Nursing in the Multi-Purpose Room. College President, Varinya Sheppard, DNP, RN, CENP; Dean…
Staffworks has an immediate opening for a Staff Accountant for a well-respected, family-owned and operated business in Boonville, NY! The preferred candidate must have a positive attitude, excellent attention to detail, the ability to multitask and work effectively in a fast-paced office environment. This is a temporary to permanent job opportunity with…
Staffworks is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Coordinator for a nonprofit organization in Utica, NY. The Payroll Coordinator will work cross-departmentally to audit and verify all time keeping records of employees’ hours worked as well as any deductions or withholdings required to comply with state and federal law. Essential Functions: Completes all aspects…
It’s 6 a.m. on a Tuesday when Jeff Lynch’s phone rings. It’s a call from the hospital. “Hey Jeff, what time is breakfast coming up?” the cheery voice inquires. In a world where many people are working remotely, Lynch, who is the Nutritional Services patient advocate for the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS)/Sodexo looks…
The Adirondack Railroad project is on track to expand train and railbike service north to Tupper Lake in 2022. However, the expansion creates a need for at least one more locomotive plus a high-rail truck to support operations. The president of the Adirondack Railroad Preservation Society (ARPS), Bill Branson said: “The funding for…
Approved April 13, 2021 RESOLUTION OF THE GREATER UTICA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IN SUPPORT OF THE “MEET-NY ACT” WHEREAS, Assembly Member Marianne Buttenschon is sponsoring Assembly bill A.01177, and there is a corresponding Senate bill S.5238, that would amend the New York State urban development act in relation to marketing and expanding export trade from…
On Thursday, April 22, 2021, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) donated used X-ray equipment to the Utica Zoo, including analog portable equipment, cassettes and cassette readers. “Last year, we were able to purchase four new digital X-ray machines for the Medical Imaging Department at MVHS,” said Anthony Dischiavi, BS, RT(R)(CT), administrative director, Medical…
The nomination phase for the 2021 Utica OD Best of the Best awards is underway, and now is the time to help us defend our title as the Best Employment Agency. You can write in your nominations once per day, every day through April 25 by following these quick and easy steps: Click on…
In this latest episode, Kari meets with Kyle Strife, from Nelson Strife Financial Group. Kyle is an active member of the local business community, serving on a variety of boards and committees, including the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and the Choo Choo Golf Committee. Watch now and learn all about Kyle’s Leveling Up journey, and…
Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) is adopting the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, an international recognition program that celebrates compassionate care. “We are proud of the dedication and commitment demonstrated by our nurses” said Linda McCormack-Miller RN DNP NEA-BC, senior vice president/chief nursing officer. “The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses is one way that…
The Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has open vaccination appointments for Thursday, April 8, 2021, at its vaccination POD located in the MVHS Burrstone House, 1710 Burrstone Road, New Hartford. Per an announcement from NYS Governor Andrew Cuomo, those 16 years of age and older can now be vaccinated. The POD is open from…
Staffworks has an immediate opening for an experienced Billing Clerk for a social services organization located in Utica, NY. The Billing Clerk will be responsible for networking with insurance companies to acquire authorizations and outpatient treatment reports. Additional Responsibilities: Data entry and creation of daily activity sheets Print, review and mail patient bills Assist…
Wish families, volunteers paying it forward by raising funds, awareness Make-A-Wish Central New York and local supporters gathered today at the Greater Utica Chamber of Commerce to kick off a month-long fundraising campaign called Wish Heroes. The virtual fundraiser takes place throughout April and culminates on World Wish Day, April 29th. The overall goal…
The New York State Department of Health recently updated guidance on visiting hours for hospitals. To align with this new guidance, the Mohawk Valley Health System (MVHS) has adjusted its visitation policy with the changes going into effect on Thursday, April 1, 2021: The new visiting hour guidelines are as follows (changes are…
Staffworks is recruiting for an experienced Payroll Specialist for a nonprofit organization in Utica, NY. The Payroll Specialist will work cross-departmentally to audit and verify all time keeping records of employees’ hours worked as well as any deductions or withholdings required to comply with state and federal law. Essential Functions: Completes all aspects…