Mission and Vision
Our Mission
We are a community-centered organization with small town heart, dedicated to providing and coordinating personalized healthcare.
Our Vision
We will provide our communities with the highest quality and value to optimize wellness and restore health.
Our Core Values: I. C.A.R.E.
Integrity
We are responsible organization committed to the health and safety of people, honest, trustworthy, respectful and ethical in our actions, dedicated to honoring our commitments, and accountable for our actions, successes and failures.
Collaboration
We are committed to facilitating, negotiating, building consensus, building strong teams, and empowering others in our efforts to provide the strongest resource for the highest level of health to our communities.
Accountability
We are dedicated to our commitments and live up to them, we won't be perfect but we will seek to improve, and we can be trusted. Our actions match up with our words.
Respect
We are committed to treating our team members, patients and partners with mutual respect and sensitivity, recognizing the importance of diversity. We respect all individuals and value their contributions.
Excellence
We are striving for excellence in all that we do, at every level of our or organization.
I. C.A.R.E. Award
Each quarter we award a Lincoln Hospital and Clinics employee with the I.C.A.R.E. Award. These employees are nominated by their peers for exemplifying our core values in their everyday work.
1st Quarter Recipient: Jennifer Wilson

What your peers said about you:
- "Jen always shows up ready to give the best care with a smile on her face!"
- "Residents and patients appreciated her attention to detail and patient centered care."
- "It’s wonderful working with Jen. I trust her judgment."
- "She is very focused on giving the best care she can"
- "She has a great attitude and is very motivated"
- "One day she was the on CNA on the TCU floor and handled it with no issues."
2nd Quarter Recipient: Karrie McBride

What your peers said about you:
- "Karrie is a great person to work with and a hard worker."
- "She cares about her patients and makes sure they have fun activities."
- "Karrie makes the patients feel extra special on big holidays."
- "She is a great team player."
- "Karrie has the kindest heart and puts the patients first."
- "She excels in the activities department on the weekends, often making meals for the TCU patients on her own, so they feel special and loved."
3rd Quarter Recipient: Evan Schaber

- Evan is compassionate, caring, kind, gentle and respectful towards all his patients.
- Goes above and beyond helping others and caring for the patients.
- He is always collaborating with other staff members and looking to help them while communicating effectively.
- It is so nice to work with such a positive and caring staff member.
- He portrays integrity by being honest and compassionate.
- He is accountable, gets things done, does extra work and will let someone know if there is something that needs completion.
- Seeks opportunities to broaden his knowledge and teach if the opportunity arises.
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He is truly an excellent addition to our team and patients love him.
Thank you for all you do; we appreciate you!
4th Quarter Recipient: Sheena Hills

- Demonstrates honesty and ethical behavior in every task.
- Her commitment to doing what is right builds confidence among peers and leaders alike.
- Sheena is one of the hardest workers I know!
- She is friendly and respectful.
- Sheena approaches every task with focus, determination, dedication, and a smile.
- She is absolutely fantastic and has a positive personality.
- Her work ethic sets a high standard.
- Sheena is always helping others.
- She makes Lincoln Hospital a better place for our patients and co-workers!
Thank you for all you do; we appreciate you!
1ST Quarter Recipient: Chris Cannon

Here's what Chris's Peers said about her:
- Always going out of her way to help anyone who asks with tasks
- Knows Medicare in & out; helps patients understand what their plan offers
- Hard worker & asset to Lincoln Hospital
- Thinks of others at all times & has a beautiful heart
- I’ve learned so much from her & continue to each day
- Willing to help you with any questions regarding processes
- Very positive & helpful
- We appreciate you!
Congratulations Chris!
2nd Quarter Recipient: Sheri Herdrick

This is what your peers said about you:
- I can’t put together all the countless times Sheri goes above and beyond for the Wilbur patients.
- She is friendly and giving.
- She does her best to make sure all patients are greeted, welcomed and patiently listens to them.
- Patients always say how much they love coming to Wilbur, because of the friendly environment.
- We appreciate you!
3rd Quarter Recipient: Sandra Young

This is what your peers said about you:
- Sandra is the best, always willing to help whether it’s in the kitchen or café.
- She is always smiling.
- Sandra is also willing to help others even when it is outside the hospital.
- I love it when I walk into the café; Sandra says, “Good Morning” and asks how my day is going.
We appreciate you!
4th Quarter Recipient: Elly Goetz

What your peers said about you:
- Elly is a dedicated hospital employee and has great work ethic.
- She is wonderful with patient care and will provide light humor when they are stressed or have anxiety.
- Elly is always friendly, always willing to help, and works well with other employees and her patients.
- She works hard to assist those around her and advocates for her patients.
- She recognizes the importance of great communication with her team to ensure our patients receive safe and healing care.
- Elly always puts the care of others first, even when she is having hard day.
- She quietly supports our facility with her extraordinary work ethic and dedication; you can always depend on her.
- She holds herself accountable which shows her great character.
- Elly has courage, shows respect, kindness, loyalty, dedication, always friendly and has a positive attitude.
- She keeps us all in line in the Surgery Dept, and the days definitely flow smoother when she is there.
- Elly is the definition of an unsung hero here at Lincoln Hospital and it’s time everyone told her just how amazing she is and how lucky we are to have her!
Thank you for all you do; we appreciate you!
1st Quarter Recipient: Cathy Anderson

This is what her peers said about her:
- Cathy shows a tremendous amount of integrity in her work.
- She does the right thing without questions and is always reliable.
- Cathy is a team player and has great ides to accomplish goals.
- She is respectful to everyone’s feelings and thoughts.
- Cathy is willingly gives her very best in all areas.
- She is the behind-the-scenes glue that helps keep the clinic running.
- I feel she is one of the hardest workers in the clinic and always has a positive attitude.
- I am very grateful to work with her.
- She is an unsung hero of our facility.
- Cathy is consistent in her work ethic and commitment to strive for excellence.
- She is willing to step in and step up to help others.
- You can always count on her to complete any task she is given.
- Cathy is great at communication updates or changes to documentation or medical records.
- Her long-time service, dedication, collaboration and integrity to our hospital and clinics deserve recognition.
- She makes a positive impact on our team.
- Cathy is a very good trainer.
- She is a great asset to the clinic.
- We appreciate you, Cathy!
2nd Quarter Recipient: Cynthia Tucker

This is what Cynthia's peers said about her:
- Impeccable Integrity
- She collaborates great with co-workers.
- She takes accountability for her actions.
- Cynthia has the utmost respect for others.
- She truly strives to make herself and other excellent.
- Walking in the doors to the surgical clinic and being greeted by Cynthia is like a breath of fresh air.
- She displays great interpersonal skills, making patients feel welcome, safe and comfortable.
- Cynthia has great empathy for patients.
- Her dedication to the Lincoln Hospital and the surgical clinic patients is refreshing.
- She exemplifies accountability by exhibiting dedication and commitment within her role in the surgery clinic as well as her role navigating the Prolia patients within the outpatient clinic.
- Cynthia has shown tremendous integrity in her many roles, all the while taking full ownership of getting the duties done respectfully in all of her interactions with honesty, sincerity and efficiency.
- She is the warm and friendly voice patients hear on the phone while treating them with the utmost sensitivity, courtesy and respect.
- Cynthia is an encouraging team player who is a great pleasure to work with.
- Excellence in all aspects is how I would describe her.
- We are fortunate to have her on our team.
- We appreciate you, Cynthia!
3RD Quarter Recipient: Steven Bartholomew
Here's what Steven's peers said about him:
- Demonstrates pride in all his work
- Goes over and beyond the call of duty
- Pleasant and friendly
- Willing to go the extra mile
- Demonstrates excellence and care
- Always smiles when patients or co-workers pass him in the hall
- Genuinely cares for co-workers, patients and the hospital
- We appreciate you!
4th Quarter Recipient: Tanaia Peterson

This is what your peers said about you:
- Very dedicated, loyal, timely & caring
- Extremely helpful
- Always goes above & beyond wherever she can
- Smart, dependable & respectful
- Shown amazing teamwork during our conversion to EPIC
- Has tremendous patience & leadership skills
- Our first choice when something involving admitting needs to be done
- Goes out of her way to simplify communication & ensure full understanding of processes
- Very invested in the success for all teams related to patient information accuracy & improved processes
- Always smiling
- We appreciate you!
1st Quarter Recipient: Anna Cash

2nd Quarter Recipient: Kimberly Brown

This is what her nominating peers said about her:
- She is awesome and is always looking for ways to help her coworkers.
- I have never met anyone who is willing to set their own work aside to help someone.
- I really appreciate her and her kind heart and she does stuff like this without ever expecting anything in return.
- I also probably owe her a million coffees by now.
- Your ability to work so well with others is such a gift.
- You strive to keep our team and goals a priority.
- You always jump in and help.
- You are smart and very dedicated to your job.
- You work with everyone so well, help educate and assist others with support in their tasks.
- You set such a great example for the rest of us.
- I appreciate your perspective so much!
3rd Quarter Recipient Ross Johnson

This is what his nominating peers said about him:
- I really feel like Ross listens to the employees and pays attention to what we ask.
- He is always willing to find a solution if you ask a question.
- I appreciate that he tries new recipes, is super pleasant with patients, staff and visitors alike.
- It doesn’t seem to matter what kind of mood he may be in; he will always have a smile.
- Ross goes above and beyond and it shows.
- Ross is always ready to please.
- Is very friendly and always has a smile for the patients.
- Ross cares about what the patients & staff would like to eat and see changed.
- He always has a smile (under the mask)
- And most of all he cares about how much I love BACON!!!!
- He always has a smile on his face and a friendly attitude!
- Also, bacon and salsa!
- Ross is the best!!
- He is nice, funny, always cordial & polite.
- The best part is how he listens to suggestions & changes up the café menu to keep everyone excited to try what's on the menu.
- AND he is a great chef!
- We appreciate you, Ross!
4th Quarter Recipient: Dawn Lewis

Here is what her peers said about her:
- Dawn is an exceptional RN.
- She is always helpful; no matter the situation.
- She has the most caring bedside manner.
- She genuinely cares about her patients.
- I love working with you.
- Dawn is an amazing nurse and co-worker.
- Always puts her patients first and gives the best care.
- She goes out of her way to help everyone who needs it including other departments.
- Dawn carries a smile and great attitude in all scenarios she encounters.
- We appreciate you, Dawn!
1st Quarter Recipient: Dan Fletcher
2nd Quarter Recipient: Dave Morton
3rd Quarter Recipient: Jennifer Cashion
4th Quarter Recipient: Merilla Hopkins

1st Quarter Recipient: Jeremiah Choate
2nd Quarter Recipient: Susie Postelwait
3rd Quarter Recipient: Hannah Williamson

Peer comments:
“Patients are always complimenting Hannah on her hard work ethic and kindness. Hannah comes to work ready and with a great attitude. She shows integrity, respect, compassion and teamwork all day long. Thank you Hannah for leading by example.”
“Hannah has an amazing and positive attitude. When I first started working here, it was hard to build my confidence, but Hannah helped me and encouraged me to boost my confidence. She is always giving 110% in giving patients the best care. “
“Hannah demonstrates great pride in her work and the care she provides to patients. She is an amazing preceptor to new hires. She is very knowledgeable about the equipment used in our facility and the proper care techniques to provide to patients. She has such a big heart for her patients and coworkers, always checking in and helping in any way she can. She is a wonderful asset to the team at Lincoln Hospital.”
4th Quarter Recipient: Gregg Arden

Peer Comments:
“Service with a smile!”
“Gregg is always responsible and willing to put in the extra hours necessary. Easy to collaborate with and a joy to work with.”
“Always willing to come in and fix things. Good job helping others.”
“Gregg always helps me on the grounds when I need assistance. He has been a great guidance for me in the past month.”
“Gregg is a very open and honest person. This is a huge part in why our facility functions properly. When he combines his skills with others, there is a certain unsurpassed quality he possesses. You can always count on him to get the job done. The respect he has for his job, coworkers and employees at Lincoln Hospital is amazing. Keep up the good work!!”
“He went above and beyond to make sure the ambulance seat was fixed and not a hazard, as soon as it was brought to his attention.”
“Gregg has always had a good attitude and work’s hard. Every time I’ve had a work-related maintenance problem he tries his best to solve it.”