Over the last year, we have been trying to determine the best method of hosting coalition meetings as a newly merged region. We have tested various options and greatly appreciate your patience, support, and feedback throughout this process. As we head into our new fiscal year, we are going to try out another process. We will ... Read more...
Come Join Our Team!
If you have ever been interested in joining an organization dedicated to enhancing healthcare emergency preparedness in new and innovative ways, now is your chance. SVHC is currently hiring for a variety of positions. Take a moment to read through each of the positions listed below. For those interested in the position, please submit a ... Read more...
New Meeting Schedule
As a newly merged coalition between the Near and Far Southwest regions, we have the opportunity to create a new process for how we coordinate and host our coalition meetings. As we go throughout this fiscal year, we would appreciate feedback on these new processes to adapt and adjust as needed for a more streamlined ... Read more...
It’s Official | SVHC
Welcome to your first announcement from the newly formed Southwest Virginia Healthcare Coalition (SVHC). Formerly known as the Near Southwest Preparedness Alliance and the Far Southwest Hospital Preparedness Commission. SVHC’s mission is to support the healthcare infrastructure of Southwest Virginia with disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation resources. What does this mean for you? There ... Read more...
NSPA is Hiring
JOB TITLE: Regional Healthcare Coordination Center (RHCC) Manager DEPARTMENT: NSPA SUPERVISOR: Executive Director Of NSPA The Near Southwest Preparedness Alliance (NSPA) exists to support the healthcare infrastructure of Southwestern Virginia with disaster preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation resources. NSPA is led by a dynamic Board of Directors and capable, dedicated staff. NSPA is largely made ... Read more...
Letter from the Director
NSPA has finished up another year, and we want to take a look back at some highlights and discuss the direction for 2022-2023. Over the last 12 months, our coalition members responded to SARs-COV2/ Covid-19 as variant strains spread within the state and increased related hospitalizations throughout the fall of 2021 and the winter months ... Read more...
Board Changes
Last year we shared some changes to the NSPA Board of Directors. This year we are introducing you to some of our newest members. But before we do that, we wanted to take a moment to recognize the individuals that will be rotating off our Board. Each of these individuals dedicated their time, efforts, and ... Read more...
2020 Regional NSPA Awards
Respiratory Protection Information & Resources
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It’s A New Year at NSPA
Each July starts a new year here at the Coalition. Pandemic aside it can usually be busier than normal due to grant deadlines and tying up loose ends. This year has proven to be just that which is why I am just now getting around to this post at the end of the month! Nevertheless, ... Read more...