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Memorial Hospital of Chester is proud to announce that we have been ranked a 4.4 Star, Above Average, hospital by our patients and their families. Thank you to the community and our staff for helping us achieve this prestigious ranking. Only 31% of hospitals fall into the 4 star category. Our hospital excels in discharge information and pain management for our patients. Through the communication with our nurses and doctors, and the responsiveness of our staff, our hospital offers the care in excellence that our patients desire. Thank you rating us one of the top rated hospitals in our region.

In a special reception on Friday, July 13, 2018 Memorial Hospital CEO, Brett Bollmann named Cindy Sparks Employee of the Quarter for the Second Quarter 2018. Sparks has worked at Memorial Hospital for almost 16 years. Sparks is an Admitting Clerk/Switchboard Operator. When asked what she likes most about working at Memorial Hospital, Sparks replied, “The people I work with on a daily basis. My co-workers are so helpful and supportive and I have made so many friends over the years I have been here.”  Her co-workers write, “She knows her job inside and out and is the go to person for any departmental issues. She puts in extra time many weekends and remains professional and pleasant. She is a huge asset to this facility and deserves this award.” Sparks resides in Percy with her husband Alex and their “furbaby”, Piper. When she isn’t working she spends time baking, making crafts, going camping, fishing, trapshooting and playing golf. Sparks received a personal plaque, cash prize and parking spot of his choice for the next three months.

Grace Knop, daughter of Ken and Tara Knop of Steeleville, IL is the winner of this year’s Healthcare Pathfinder Scholarship awarded by the Memorial Hospital Auxiliary. Grace is currently attending Steeleville High School and will be attending Southwestern Illinois College in the fall with a plan to transfer to a university to study nursing. During her time in the Pathfinders program she was given confidence in her career choice. She said, “It was incredibly beneficial to hear other healthcare professionals input on what they experienced when they first entered the medical field.” Grace found the Pathfinders Program very beneficial to helping her make her future career choice. Nursing will be a great career for her as she already loves to spend time volunteering in the community, especially at events with children. She regularly assists at the Chester Grade School Family Fun Nights and at Lapsits at the Chester Public Library during the summer. When she isn’t at school, working, or volunteering she enjoys spending time outside hunting and hiking. ​ Grace was one of five students to participate in the 2017-2018 Medical Pathfinder’s Program conducted by Memorial Hospital. Additional students included: Mitchell Colonel, Zachary Zappa, Kaylah Hasemeyer, and Tayler Howie, all of Chester High School and Sierra Behiter of Christ Our Savior Lutheran High School of Evansville. Each student spent a total of 6 hours, job shadowing medical professionals on their choice of a medical path or a business path. Medical Path students spent time with doctors, nurses, sitting in on general surgeries and patient evaluations. “It felt very authentic to dress up in scrubs and masks and get too actually be in the room during the procedures,” stated Zachary. The students also spent time in the laboratory, with the cardio pulmonary department, and with the diagnostic imaging department. Business Path students spent time with various business departments of the hospital including Human Resources, Medical Records, Accounting, Marketing, and IT. Mitchell commented that, “overall, the whole experience was very enriching.” During their 6 hours, the students were evaluated by the staff they worked with and were asked to write an essay to summarize their experiences upon their completion. All five students were very professional during their time at Memorial and walked away with a better understanding of what it really takes to be a healthcare professional. ​ The Healthcare Pathfinder Program is offered every year to Seniors of area High Schools. Out of the students one is chosen to receive a scholarship to help them pursue their career.

Sandy Otten of Chester, retired from Memorial Hospital on April 26th after 45 years of service. She was hired in August of 1972 for a position in the Health Information Department (Medical Records), and retired as the Performance Improvement Director. When reflecting on the many changes she has witnessed at Memorial over the years, she believes that technology has improved the most. When she began, typewriters and 3-part carbon paper were used, whereas, fax machines, copiers, and computers became standard equipment. She even saw the transition to a new Electronic Health Record system before she retired. Sandy states that she will never forget the friendships that were developed with the girls in HIM that she worked with every day. “It was a privilege and joy to work among the professional, caring, and compassionate staff at Memorial Hospital,” said Sandy. She is looking forward to doing all of those “fun” things with granddaughters and family, a little traveling, and relearning how to play the piano. She thinks she will miss the challenge and excitement of the ever-changing healthcare environment. During her time at Memorial, Sandy was a dedicated employee and her passion for her position could be seen by all of her co-workers. Memorial Hospital thanks Sandy for her outstanding years of service, and her commitment to encourage staff to provide safe, high quality healthcare and service to the patients.

In a special reception on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 Memorial Hospital CEO, Brett Bollmann named Aaron Athmer Employee of the Quarter for the First Quarter 2018. Athmer has worked at Memorial Hospital since 2008.  Athmer is a Purchasing Clerk for the Materials Management Department. When asked what he likes most about working at Memorial Hospital, Athmer replied, “Everyone is so supportive and helpful and I feel as if I am a part of a huge family. I’ve got great co-workers and have made so many friends.”  His co-workers write, “Aaron is always very pleasant, quick to respond to questions, willing to help and has been a real blessing to his department with the new computer system. He never complains about a task that is asked of him and is always trying to think of new ways to streamline processes to better the hospital.” Athmer resides in Steeleville with his wife Katie and their daughter. When he isn’t working he spends time with his family and watching his litter girl become the sweetest and funniest person he knows. He also enjoys weather watching. Athmer received a personal plaque, cash prize and parking spot of his choice for the next three months..

Memorial Hospital of Chester is proud to announce that we have been ranked a 4.3 Star, Above Average, hospital by our patients and their families. Thank you to the community and our staff for helping us achieve this prestigious ranking. Only 31% of hospitals fall into the 4 star category. Our hospital excels in discharge information and pain management for our patients. Through the communication with our nurses and doctors, and the responsiveness of our staff, our hospital offers the care in excellence that our patients desire. Thank you rating us one of the top rated hospitals in our region.