Wound Care Team at LRHC Earns Full WCC Credentialing, Advancing Comprehensive Patient Care
The Outpatient Wound Care Clinic at Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce that its multidisciplinary team has achieved full Wound Care Certified (WCC) credentialing, reflecting LRHC’s ongoing commitment to progressive, evidence-based, and comprehensive wound and skin care.
Lexington Regional Health Center Duo Completes Nebraska’s Elite Leadership Program
Lexington Regional Health Center is excited to announce that Hannah Hild, Director of Outpatient Services and Jessi Linder, Chief Facility Safety Officer, completed the 10-month Leadership Institute course offered by the Nebraska Hospital Association. This course allowed Hannah and Jessi to enhance their leadership skills through many interactive sessions, tailored specifically to healthcare. The Nebraska Hospital Association Leadership Institute gives professionals the resources they need to grow their abilities to lead. By completing this course, they will be better equipped with executive abilities to enhance the organization.
Lexington Regional Health Center’s Brenna Bartruff Recognized with Bright Idea Award
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce that Brenna Bartruff, Chief Communications Officer, has been named the winner of the Bright Idea Award by the Nebraska Healthcare Marketers (NHM). Bartruff accepted the honor on behalf of the LRHC Marketing Department during the Nebraska Hospital Association Annual Awards Banquet.
Lexington Regional Health Center Celebrates Hilda Alva as Recipient of 2025 Caring Kind Award
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce that Hilda Alva, Spanish Interpreter, has been named the recipient of the 2025 Caring Kind Award, presented annually by the Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA). For 40 years, hospitals across Nebraska have recognized exceptional health care employees who exemplify compassion, dedication, and service excellence.
Lexington Regional Health Center Receives Governor’s Wellness Award
Governor’s Wellness Award – Grower Level, recognizing the organization’s outstanding commitment to employee health and wellness.
Lexington Regional Health Center Launches New Initiative to Enhance Postpartum Safety
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce its participation in the Nebraska Perinatal Quality Improvement Collaborative’s (NPQIC) Postpartum Alert Initiative, a statewide effort to reduce maternal mortality and improve postpartum care across Nebraska.
Lexington Regional Health Center Honored for Excellence in Knee and Hip Replacement Outcomes
Lexington Regional Health Center is proud to be recognized by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska (BCBSNE) with a Blue Distinction® Center (BDC) for Knee and Hip Replacement designation.
Ken Harbison Steps Down from Board Position
Lexington Regional Health Center announces that Ken Harbison has stepped down from his position on the Lexington Regional Health Center board effective immediately. During his time, Ken has made significant contributions to the organization. Ken has stepped down from this role with increasing demands in personal and professional responsibilities.
Lexington Regional Health Center Unveils Enhanced Barium Swallow Studies
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is thrilled to announce the addition of Modified Barium Swallow Studies (MBSS) to our range of services, in collaboration with our Radiology and Speech Therapy departments. This new service will be available every Tuesday and requires a provider's order.
LRHC Leaders Celebrate Graduation from NHA Leadership Institute
Throughout 2024 Gena Carpenter, Director of Radiology, Mark Gutierrez, Director of Plant Operations and Jackie Moreno, Environmental Services Supervisor, went through 9 -month Nebraska Hospital Association Leadership Institute class.
Lexington Regional Health Center Celebrates Success in Dawson & Gosper County Best of Awards
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is thrilled to announce its remarkable success in the Dawson & Gosper County Best of Awards, earning numerous top honors and fan favorite distinctions.
2024 Breastfeeding Hospital Champion Award
Lexington Regional Health Center (LRHC) is proud to announce that it has been recognized as a Breastfeeding Hospital Champion by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS).
Lexington Regional Health Center Earns Award For Commitment To Improving Rural Care For Coronary Artery Disease
For efforts to optimize acute cardiac care and eliminate rural health care outcome disparities, Lexington Regional Health Center has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines® - Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) Rural Recognition Bronze award for ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI).
Two Lexington Regional Health Center Leaders Graduate from NHA Leadership Institute
The NHA Leadership Institute is a wonderful avenue to further develop leadership skills as well as initiate networking with other healthcare professionals across the state.
2023 Nebraska Nurses 40 Under 40
Brittany Hueftle RN, BSN, Elizabeth Atwood RN, MSNEd, CNE, and Hannah Hild RN, BSN from Lexington Regional Health Center have been recognized at the Nebraska Nurses Association Annual Convention as a 40 Under 40 Awardee at the Cornhusker Hotel in Lincoln on October 7, 2023.
Lexington Regional Health Center Ranked As One Of The Best Places To Work In 2023
Lexington Regional Health Center has been ranked No. 59 among healthcare Provider/Insurer in Modern Healthcare’s 2023 Best Places to Work award program.
Lexington Regional Health Center Nationally Recognized For Its Commitment To Quality Care For Heart Attacks
Lexington Regional Health Center has received American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® STEMI Referring Center Bronze recognition for its commitment to ensuring science-based