Ringgold County Hospital

04/28/2026

Tessa is an OT. What’s YOUR superpower?

Our Occupational Therapist, Tessa Shields, invited staff to a hands-on “hero training session.” Staff rotated through a series of OT-inspired hero challenges including grip strength, peg board speed, and sock-aid coordination. Each one highlighting the real-life skills Tessa helps patients build every day.

Staff put their skills to the test and left with bragging rights and a fun lemonade, BUT it also gave everyone a better understanding of the strength, coordination, and independence OT supports.

We’re proud to have Tessa on our team. The care and expertise she brings to our community every day make her a true hometown, healthcare hero in our book. Happy OT Month, Tessa. Thanks for being here. ❤️🦸🏻‍♀️

04/27/2026

Did you know that one organ donor can save up to EIGHT lives? Or that one tissue donor can help heal SEVENTY-FIVE others? 💙💚

Shout-out to Mount Ayr's HS art class for painting canvases to display around RCH to encourage others to “Donate Life” this April and beyond! 🎨 Next time you’re at RCH, take a look around and see how many you can find! BIG thanks to Mrs. Shields and class!!

Looking for a way to become a registered donor?
- Sign up online at RegisterMe.org
- Pick “yes” when you renew your driver’s license

04/23/2026

We count on these individuals for managing and maintaining secure, accurate, and accessible patient information. We are fans of their top-notch attention to detail skills and dedication to confidentiality! They’re a team you can trust. ❤️

Happy Health Information Professionals Week— thank YOU for what you do!

04/22/2026

They’re the crew that keeps everything running like clockwork!

We’re so grateful for all the work that our Administrative Professionals do to help each day running at its best! From greeting patients with a smile to jumping in when a teammate needs a hand.

Here’s a big THANK YOU to each and every one of you!

04/21/2026

Celebrating our Lab Professionals today!

From collecting samples to analyzing results— this team knows how to do it all! We are grateful for their expertise and dedication in providing high-quality healthcare right here in Ringgold County!

Happy Lab Week!

04/20/2026

TALK ABOUT A BIRTHDAY PARTY!

Our evening celebrating RCH’s 75th was one for the history books as guests came together for a lively Derby-inspired night. The BTC Bank Horse Race brought plenty of excitement, with Horse #1, Seventy-Fifth and Fancy, taking the win and Table #23 earning the roses, champagne, and bragging rights.

Guests also heard meaningful remarks from Rhett Murphy and Dr. Bruce Ricker, who spoke on the strength of community and what makes RCH feel like home. Our live auction featured a variety of items and experiences, including a trip to Mexico, a fun ambulance ride to school with Molly Kayser, an RCH parking spot, a VIP Revelton Tour, and bourbon barrels.

Throughout the evening, attendees showed off their Derby style, with awards presented for Best Hat, Best Dressed, Best Couple, and Derby Spirit. The night ended with Costco birthday cake and dancing.

We are incredibly grateful for the generous support of our community, sponsors, and staff in making this event a success. Thank you to everyone who attended and those who celebrated from afar. Here’s to a GREAT year 75!

Event Sponsors: Dr. Bruce Ricker | Dr. Sharon Smally | Dr. Katie Willcox | Brain Wellness Consulting – Dr. Yogi Shah | PCSB | Walston Concrete | Compass Tax and Accounting | Kayser Ag Services | inReach Health | BTC Bank | Greg Jobe

04/20/2026

04/20/2026

Seventy-five years ago, RCH was born.

And three-quarters of a century later, our commitment has remained the same— we’re here for you.

We had so much fun celebrating with you all at our Derby-themed gala last night— watch your feeds for event photos this week!

04/16/2026

RCH is offering PAID internships for those between the ages of 18 and 24 this summer in the following areas:
- Emergency Medical Services
- Radiology/Imaging
- Nursing
- Healthcare Information Technology

APPLY: https://secure6.saashr.com/ta/6199604.careers?ShowJob=688311193

With any questions, please reach out to Jessica Bishop at hr@rchmtayr.org or at (641) 464-4548. Applications close May 1st.

04/15/2026

Our staff is off to the races and fully embracing the Derby spirit ahead of our big celebration!

The RCH team took on the challenge of designing a Derby hat worthy of the Winner’s Circle in Kentucky. From bold, eye-catching colors to turkey-feather flair and even pipe cleaner horses, creativity was in full stride. Congratulations to the Business Office for crafting our award-winning, rose-worthy hat!

We can’t wait to carry this energy into our Derby-inspired evening this weekend. It’s going to be a GREAT celebration!

04/10/2026

Have you witnessed an extraordinary, skilled, and compassionate nurse at RCH? Share your story and nominate them for the 2026 DAISY Award!

At RCH, we only give the DAISY Award once a year, making it a big (and honorable) deal! We want to hear from YOU about how our nurses have made a difference with exceptional care.

Paper forms are available at RCH or you can submit your nomination online at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/WWXnTTNmGg

04/06/2026

This April, we’re celebrating our hometown healthcare hero, Tessa Shields! 😎

As an Occupational Therapist, Tessa provides therapy using assessments and interventions to develop, recover, and/or maintain the skills needed for daily living. She helps to make the everyday possible for patients of all ages!

To learn more about how you could benefit from Occupational Therapy, please contact our Rehab Department at (641) 464-4428.