Perry County Memorial Hospital CNO Receives Prestigious Statewide Leadership Award

Perry County Memorial Hospital (PCMH) is proud to announce that Kayla Gehlhausen, Chief Nursing Officer, was honored with the Outstanding Critical Access Hospital Leadership Award by the State Office of Rural Health (SORH). This prestigious recognition was presented during an on-site visit by SORH representatives, celebrating Kayla’s exceptional leadership and dedication to advancing healthcare services in rural communities.

The Outstanding Critical Access Hospital Leadership Award acknowledges leaders across the entire state of Indiana who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to improving the quality of care in Critical Access and Rural Hospitals. Under Kayla's leadership, Perry County Memorial Hospital has consistently delivered high-quality patient care while navigating the unique challenges faced by rural healthcare providers.

"Kayla has been instrumental in her exemplary leadership skills throughout the last 2 years in her CNO role. We have undergone many positive changes in the nursing and clinical departments at PCMH and Kayla’s leadership has been the driving force” said Jared Stimpson, CEO of Perry County Memorial Hospital. "Kayla has put so much effort into helping drive positive patient outcomes in Perry County and expand the services the hospital can offer our community."

The Indiana Hospital Association commended Kayla for her visionary leadership, collaborative spirit, and continuous drive to enhance healthcare access for underserved populations. This award reflects not only her individual achievements but also the collective efforts of the PCMH team in delivering comprehensive care to the region.

Perry County Memorial Hospital remains committed to advancing rural healthcare services, and this award underscores the hospital’s leadership in ensuring patients receive the highest standard of care.

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About Perry County Memorial Hospital

Perry County Memorial Hospital is dedicated to fulfilling the organization’s mission to provide high quality healthcare and exemplary customer service in the most caring, compassionate, and effective manner.

PCMH is devoted to providing quality healthcare, making it the healthcare provider of choice for the community it serves. To find out more about Perry County Memorial Hospital, visit:www.pchospital.org.