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The Waverly Health Center Board of Trustees is pleased to announce Jodi Geerts as the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Waverly Health Center. Ms. Geerts has been a strong senior leader in the organization as the chief nursing officer (CNO) since August 2018.  “Jodi’s lifelong commitment to serving patients is a great fit for…read more

Eight members of the Waverly Health Center (WHC) team have been named November/December Spotlight on Values award winners. Nominated by co-workers, patients and members of the community, these individuals are examples of WHC’s values in action. Danielle Barth of Allison, nursing administration, was recognized for the value of compassion. Danielle was recognized for her interaction…read more

WHC welcomed the first baby of the new year on Monday, January 2 and he is as cute as they come!   Ryan Daniel Laue made his appearance at 12:28 a.m. Proud parents are Kristen and Braden Laue of Waverly. Dr. Michele Martins delivered Ryan who weighed 9 lbs 3.6 oz. and was 20.5 inches.  “The…read more

The Waverly Health Center (WHC) Foundation unveiled its “Beyond the Building Campaign” donor wall on Thursday, December 1, 2022. The event celebrated raising over $2.3 million for WHC’s major building expansion and renovation project.  On May 14, 2020, the hospital broke ground on its 40,000 square foot expansion and 31,000 square foot renovation. The event…read more

What is RSV? Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common respiratory illness, impacting the lungs and breathing airways. RSV can affect people of all ages, but typically has more severe impacts on younger children and elderly adults. The virus is seen more frequently in the winter months and has symptoms similar to the common cold…read more

Nominate Someone Today! Recognizing that employees volunteer in the community, WHC established the Spirit of Volunteerism Award in 2010 to support our employees’ efforts. The award recognizes employees for outstanding volunteerism in the community outside of work time. Deadline for submissions is December 31. One exceptional employee volunteer will be selected from the nominations and…read more

Eight members of the Waverly Health Center (WHC) team have been named September/October Spotlight on Values award winners. Nominated by co-workers, patients and members of the community, these individuals are examples of WHC’s values in action. Leah Anhalt of Plainfield, nutrition services, was recognized for the value of compassion. Her nominator stated, “Compassion is simply…read more

Four members of the Waverly Health Center (WHC) team have been named August/September Spotlight on Values award winners. Nominated by co-workers, patients and members of the community, these individuals are examples of WHC’s values in action. Corrie Ramige of Shell Rock, community relations, was recognized for the value of enthusiasm. Her nominator stated, “There is…read more

Seven members of the Waverly Health Center (WHC) team have been named May/June Spotlight on Values award winners. Nominated by co-workers, patients and members of the community, these individuals are examples of WHC’s values in action. Taylor Bouska of Tripoli, Christophel Clinic, was recognized for the value of compassion. Her nominator stated, “She focuses on…read more

Congratulations to Lisa Barker for being selected as the 2022 Friend of Nursing recipient. Her nominator wrote, “Lisa frequently spends time assisting nurses in the Emergency Department, by working as an ED tech or Unit Coordinator.  Lisa has been instrumental in reorganizing the carts, ED supply rooms, and all the equipment in the Annex.  This…read more