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At MercyCare Business Health Solutions, we understand the value of a complete program — happier employees, better retention and healthier communities. That's why when you sign up for an Employee Assistance, Occupational Health and comprehensive Wellness program, you'll receive 3% off the cost of the wellness program. Interested in learning more? Contact us!

COVID-19 Resources for Businesses

Employee at entrance screening during COVID-19

MercyCare Business Health Solutions is committed to equipping you with the information, best practices and unique services you need. Now, more than ever, we can help your organization not just weather the questions and uncertainty around COVID-19 and your workforce, but also safely get your teams back to work and come out on the other side as a stronger, more connected organization. Our goals are to help your business:

Build and maintain operational integrity
Protect and care for your employees
Identify and respond to health threats
Maintain cost-effective solutions to risk management

Consulting Services

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everyone's daily life, including how we do business. As we move toward the process of getting back to work – or business as usual – we understand there is a lot of new information for businesses to consider. As a result, MercyCare BHS now offers consulting services for employers who are looking for assistance in assessing their business and return-to-work plans. Complete this form to find out how we can help your business return to work with respected and experienced occupational health providers.

Screenings for COVID-19

Identifying which employees are at risk or who show symptoms of COVID-19 is critical to limiting exposure in your business and keeping it a safe environment.

As one of the first employers in the Corridor to implement a widespread screening process, we are experienced and equipped to assist you with your screening efforts.

Use this guide to screen your employees and, if necessary, use the MercyCare resources available to you via video visit to safely direct your team members if they are ill.

Additional Resources

Occupational Medicine (Mask Fit Testing, DOT Information, etc.)

Fit Testing for employers is available through MercyCare BHS, please contact Brenda Swanson at blswanson@mercycare.org for more information.
DOT Statement regarding expiring driver's licenses.
We offer a range of services to assist your employees with physicals and health screenings, returning to work safely after injury, and other evaluations.

Wellness Services: Increased Importance During a Pandemic

BHS Wellness Presentations - Virtual Lunch and Learns available through your wellness program.
BHS Employee Wellness Program Importance - Benefits of having a wellness program, especially during this time of uncertainty caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Maintaining good health is an important factor to defeating more serious illness, like viruses, in the long-run. We help you empower your employees to take actions that improve their overall health, enhance productivity and reduce healthcare costs.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources (Counseling Services, etc.)

Staying Well During COVID-19 - Tips to help employees stay well physically and mentally during the pandemic.
Talking to Kids about COVID-19 - Things to consider when talking with children about the pandemic.
Tips for Self-Care During COVID-19 - Six types of Self-Care and ways to incorporate them into your life.

These and more articles are available online in our Resource Library.

COVID-19 has increased the amount of stress, fear and frustration within our communities. Through EAP, our licensed therapists can help identify issues as early as possible and offer guidance to resolve them. Now more than ever, this is vital.

Materials to Support Your Business (Posters, Flyers, etc.)

Wash Your Hands Poster - Step-By-Step to effectively wash your hands.
Remember the 3 C’s Poster - Reminder to cover your cough, clean you hands and contain germs.
COVID-19 Guidance from Mercy Poster - What to do if you feel you might have COVID-19.
Social Distance Poster - Tips to stay safe while we integrate back into daily life.

Public Health Links/Resources

To aid in your efforts of returning to work safely and effectively, we have gathered resources from Mercy, the Center for Disease Control and the Iowa Department of Public Health as a central resource center.

City of Cedar Rapids Business Reopening Toolkit
Manage Respiratory Symptoms at Home and protect further spread of any symptoms.
Sick with COVID-19 Fact Sheet - CDC's recommendations to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Iowa Department of Public Health COVID Outbreak Guidance for preventing, recognizing and managing a COVID outbreak at your business.

Family Caregivers Center

Employer Referral Information - How to support your family caregivers and refer them to the Family Caregivers Center during this time.
Meaningful Activities - A list of activities caregivers and care receivers can do from home.

Return to Work Webinar with Dr. Sagers

Slides from the Return to Work Webinar

COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments Available Now:

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