Company Profile
Northern Cochise Community Hospital
Company Overview
Northern Cochise Community Hospital, Inc. (NCCH) located in Willcox, Arizona, is a comprehensive healthcare system that services Northern Cochise County as well as Southern Graham County in Southeast Arizona. As part of the healthcare system, the hospital operates the Northern Cochise Nursing Home, Sulphur Springs Medical Center and Sunsites Medical Center. In 2008, the hospital received Level IV Trauma Center designation from the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of EMS and Trauma System, allowing the facility to support the state’s Level I Trauma Centers by resuscitating and stabilizing a patient, then transferring a patient to a more appropriate trauma center based on a patient’s injuries. NCCH is a non-profit Critical Access Hospital with a geographic HPSA & MU designation.
Our Mission
As the area's hometown hospital, we exist to ensure the people in Willcox and the communities we serve have access to exceptional patient care that is close to where they live.
Our Vision
To be the choice for healthcare in our area, resulting in healthier communities
Our Values
Compassion… We care. We love the people we serve.
Community… We treat everyone like family, friends, and neighbors. We are kind in providing our services. We are here for our community.
Trust… We honor what we say. We are responsible as we provide excellent care.
Integrity… We are honest. We communicate what is happening. Success starts with me. We work together.
Quality Statement
We provide excellent patient care that is done right the first time, and every time!
Company History
OUR HISTORY
NCCH is rich in history and culture, contributing significantly to the progress and direction of medicine in Arizona. More than ever we are committed to continuing the great tradition of providing quality healthcare close to home!
The Beginnings of Medicine in the Community
As early as 1884 J. Dorsey Sponogle, MD had a practice as surgeon & physician in the Willcox area. Since that time, various doctors have provided medical services to the residents of Willcox and surrounding areas. Prior to the opening of Northern Cochise Community Hospital (NCCH), the Municipal Hospital was located on Maley Street. It had been built in about 1952, with 12 patient beds. Prior to that time, Dr. Robert Hicks operated the Valley Hospital Infirmary on Railroad Avenue.
Our Beginnings
NCCH was created to provide updated and more modern hospital services and facilities, as the facilities at the Municipal Hospital were outdated and it was becoming increasingly difficult to provide needed care for patients.
Opening day occurred on February 16, 1968. A small rain shower helped to 'liven' things up, as the roof leaked and buckets were placed in strategic locations, both in the operating room and the delivery room, to prevent further difficulties. Tom Jackson, the hospital's first administrator recalled that the first day was memorable; he operated as the hospital administrator, x-ray technician, lab technician, PR person, and office manager.
The hospital opened with 25 beds and was one of only 23 in the state of Arizona, not including hospitals owned by the mines, and served as a model for Arizona Community Hospitals. NCCH also carries the distinction of being the first hospital in AZ to recognize both MD's and DO's, with these doctors working side by side in the hospital setting.
The First Years
The first year brought with it significant growth and progress. In the first year alone, we had 707 admissions, including 83 births (4 sets of twins). There were 31 full-time, and 7 part-time employees, with 8676 hours of volunteer service that first year. The Nutritional staff provided on average about 100 meals per day.
Growth and progress continued, leading to an expansion of the hospital in the first few years of operation. The nursing home was opened in 1972, four years after the hospital opened its doors. With the opening of Northern Cochise Nursing Home, additional staff was added to meet the growing needs of the hospital and community.
The Intervening Years
Much growth has occurred at the hospital. What started out as a hospital of 38 employees has grown to one with over 200 today. Hospital services have expanded to meet the growing needs of the community around us, including rural health clinics, specialty clinics, endoscopy, inpatient rehabilitation, and many outpatient services. NCCH strives for excellence in all that we do. We believe, as we did 45 years ago that, "patients have the right to efficient, effective care, courtesy and consideration, and a comfortable and safe environment."
Notable Accomplishments / Recognition
Northern Cochise Community Hospital, Inc. (NCCH) is a comprehensive healthcare system that services Northern Cochise County as well as neighboring communities in Southeast Arizona.
Northern Cochise Community Hospital, Inc. is comprised of Northern Cochise Community Hospital, Sulphur Springs Medical Center and Sunsites Medical Clinic. Our mission is to provide for the healthcare needs of the greater Willcox community and Southeast Arizona. Our vision is to be the community's first choice. Our progressive outlook can be seen in the personal care that our patients receive.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer
Benefits
NCCH has a competitive comprehensive benefit package including Paid Time Off (PTO), medical, dental, life, vision, 401K, supplemental, and long/short term disability coverage options!