Gunnison Valley Health
Nicole Huff has extensive work experience in the healthcare field. Nicole is currently serving as the Chief Nursing Officer at Gunnison Valley Health since October 2022. Prior to that, they held the position of Director of Emergency and Trauma Services at the same organization from March 2021 to October 2022. Additionally, they worked at Cottage Health from 2003 to 2021, where they held roles such as Emergency Room Management and Registered Nurse.
Nicole Huff obtained their Associates Degree in Nursing from Santa Barbara City College in 1999-2003. Nicole then pursued their Bachelors Degree in Nursing at Cal State Fullerton from 2007-2010. Later, in 2011-2012, they obtained a Masters Degree in Nursing from Western Governors University. Finally, in 2014-2015, they completed their education with a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a focus on Health/Health Care Administration/Management, also from Western Governors University.
Gunnison Valley Health
Gunnison Valley Health is the sole community-owned health system for Gunnison County and the surrounding areas. Gunnison Valley Health is proud to provide a comprehensive spectrum of care for the varied health requirements of our community members throughout every stage of their lives. Gunnison Valley Health is a 24-bed, short-term, critical access hospital owned and operated by the County of Gunnison. Gunnison Valley Health is governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees appointed by the Gunnison County Commissioners and licensed by the State of Colorado. Since 1938, the hospital has provided quality healthcare to the residents and visitors of Gunnison County. The Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center. Board certified Emergency Room Physicians staff the (ER) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. General surgery, orthopedic, and OB/GYN consultants are available on an on-call basis. The ER department is supplied with the advanced equipment necessary to meet the demands of any patient with ailments ranging from bronchitis to multi-system trauma. St. Mary's CareFlight offers flight for life helicopter services to Gunnison Valley Hospital. Although it is not just a hospital, it is a fully integrated health system that includes almost every aspect of healthcare. From our Family Birthing Center to our Senior Care Center to the Cancer Care Center and the philanthropic foundation, Gunnison Valley Health is here to keep Gunnison County living well together! Our mission: The mission of Gunnison Valley Health is to effectively organize and provide quality healthcare services that improve the health of our community. Our vision: As central to a vibrant, diverse and independent community, Gunnison Valley Health provides sustained, premier care that promotes lifelong health and wellness.