Community Hospital Security Team Earns National Certifications
Community Hospital is proud to recognize members of its Safety and Security Department for achieving professional certifications through the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS), demonstrating a strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
37th Annual Community Hospital Pro-Am Draws Full Field
The 37th Annual Community Hospital Pro-Am Golf Tournament was held Friday, June 5 at Heritage Hills Golf Course, featuring a full slate of 27 teams and strong community participation.
Community Hospital Honors Sean Wolfe With Anne Morse Award and Names Him May Volunteer of the Month
The Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to announce Sean Wolfe as the recipient of the 2026 Anne Morse Award for Exemplary Volunteer Service, recognizing his outstanding commitment to serving others and strengthening the McCook community. Sean has also been named the May McCook Volunteer of the Month, an honor celebrating individuals who make a meaningful impact through service.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Advances Clinical Education With QCPR Manikins
The Community Hospital Health Foundation has provided funding for new QCPR Manikins to enhance hands-on training in Community Hospital’s Clinical Education program.
Patient Assistance Fund Launches Through Partnership With Community Hospital
An unexpected illness or medical emergency can quickly turn life upside down. Beyond the physical and emotional toll, patients and families often face sudden financial stress related to travel, missed work, household expenses, or other non-medical needs that arise while focusing on treatment and recovery.
Community Hospital Celebrates Excellence Across Nursing Teams
As Community Hospital celebrates Nurses Week 2026, April 27–May 1, we pause to recognize the extraordinary nursing professionals who serve our patients and communities with skill, compassion, and unwavering dedication. In this letter, Molly Herzberg, MSN, RN, Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, reflects on the evolving role of nursing, the challenges faced across the profession, and the integrity, ownership, and excellence our nurses demonstrate every day. Her message is one of gratitude, respect, and continued commitment to supporting our nursing teams.
Community Hospital Awards Scholarships to High School Students
Community Hospital, in partnership with the Health Foundation, proudly announces the recipients of the 2026 Career Discovery Day Scholarships. These scholarships, funded by the Community Hospital Health Foundation, are each valued at $500 and recognize exceptional high school seniors who exhibit a passion for pursuing a college education in healthcare.
Bridges to Mental Health Event Unites Regional Leaders in McCook
Community Hospital, in partnership with Clarkson Institute, hosted the Bridges to Mental Health event on January 29–30 at Community Hospital in McCook, bringing together 68 attendees from across the region to focus on the importance of mental health in rural Nebraska and the power of collaboration to strengthen regional support systems.
Donor Support Brings Essential Equipment to Community Hospital Patients
Through funding made possible by the Community Hospital Health Foundation’s ongoing fundraising efforts, CHHF recently partnered with Community Hospital to invest in critical medical equipment that strengthens patient care across inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Public Meeting Scheduled Feb. 19 to Review Hospital Plans
Troy Bruntz, Community Hospital President & CEO has announced that the hospital will hold a public meeting at 5:30pm on Thursday, February 19 in the Prairie View Meeting Rooms at Community Hospital, 1301 East H Street, McCook, Nebraska.
Community Support and Matching Funds Raise Nearly $80,000 for Cancer Care
The Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of a cancer care matching challenge launched during the October 11 Concert for Healthcare. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of community donors and the leadership of Dr. Benjamin George, Community Hospital’s Medical Oncologist and Hematologist, the initial $10,000 matching donation was quickly met.
Community Hospital Employees Raise Nearly $60,000 to Support Regional Patient Care
Community Hospital employees demonstrated the power of collective generosity through the 2025 Heart of Giving Employee Appeal, raising nearly $60,000 in support of patient care, staff education, and emergency assistance through the Community Hospital Health Foundation.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Announces Board Updates
Community Hospital Health Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Linda Graff to its Board of Directors. Graff, a retired radiology technologist who served Community Hospital for many years before retiring in March 2021, brings a wealth of healthcare experience and a deep commitment to the community. She is also an active community member, engaged in numerous local events and non-profit organizations, making her a valuable addition to the Foundation’s leadership team.
Community Hospital Celebrates Successful Open House for New ROOTS Apartment Complex
Community Hospital proudly hosted a Community Open House at the newly completed ROOTS Apartment Complex, drawing an impressive crowd of over 300 attendees across four scheduled showings. Guests included Community Hospital staff, donors, board members, providers, and local community members, all eager to see the innovative housing initiative designed to attract and support medical students and healthcare professionals in McCook.
Community Hospital Announces Community Open House for ROOTS Apartment Complex
Community Hospital is excited to invite the public to a Community Open House celebrating the completion of the ROOTS Apartment Complex, a groundbreaking initiative designed to strengthen rural healthcare by providing modern housing for healthcare students. The event will take place on Thursday, December 18, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at 409 West 1st Street, McCook, NE 69001.
Community Hospital Recognized for Digital Health Achievement as 2025 Digital Health Most Wired Survey Recipient
About CHIME The College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) is an executive organization dedicated to serving chief information officers (CIOs), chief medical information officers (CMIOs), chief nursing information officers (CNIOs), chief innovation officers (CIOs), chief digital officers (CDOs) and other senior healthcare IT leaders. With more than 3,000 individual members in 58 countries and two U.S. territories and 200 CHIME Foundation healthcare IT business and professional service firm members, CHIME and its three associations provide a highly interactive, trusted environment enabling senior professional and industry leaders to collaborate, exchange best practices, address professional development needs, and advocate for the effective use of information management to improve the health and care in the communities they serve. For more information, please visit chimecentral.org.
Community Hospital Plans Expansion of Oncology Care
Community Hospital Rehabilitation Center proudly announces that 11 team members—including ten rehabilitation professionals (physical and occupational therapists and two physical therapist assistants) and Community Hospital’s Oncology Director—have earned Clinical Cancer Exercise Specialist (CCES) certification through the University of Northern Colorado Cancer Rehabilitation Institute (UNCCRI).
Community Hospital Welcomes Behavioral Health Advocate Erin Pascoe
Community Hospital is proud to announce the addition of Erin Pascoe, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), to our Behavioral Health team. Pascoe brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to patient care, and a special connection to the McCook community.
Community Hospital Unveils Aquablation Therapy
Community Hospital is proud to announce the addition of Aquablation® therapy, a cutting-edge, minimally invasive surgical treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. This advanced technology offers a new level of precision and safety for men suffering from lower urinary tract symptoms caused by BPH.
Community Hospital Transfers Community HealthCare and Hospice Service Line to Angels Care
Community Hospital announces the sale of its Community HealthCare and Hospice service line to Angels Care Home Health and Angels Care Hospice, managed by AngMar Management Services, a company nationally recognized for its expertise in home health and hospice care.