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The hospital recently hosted a Lunch and Learn event for prospective volunteers, where attendees heard from current volunteers who have dedicated decades of service to supporting patients and staff. The event highlighted the wide range of roles available, including patient care support, clerical work, gift shop assistance and other essential services.

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December 20, 2024, Press Release from OhioHealth: VAN WERT, Ohio – OhioHealth Van Wert Hospital’s Imaging Department has installed a new state-of-the-art Computed Tomography (CT) Unit to enhance diagnostic capabilities and provide high-level care close to home. The GE Revolution Ascend CT scanner was installed at Van Wert Hospital on Friday, December 20th, as part of a $1 million investment to upgrade this service for patients. It produces high quality images, making it easy for radiologists to read the scans.

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December 19, 2024, Press Release from Mercy Health: LIMA, OH. (Dec. 19, 2024) – Mercy Health has named Linsey Paul the chief nursing officer for the Mercy Health – Lima market. Paul, who’s been serving in her role as CNO of the Lima market since August 2024, has served the Mercy Health ministry in a variety of nursing leadership roles for more than a decade and has experience in serving in the ministry’s Lima and Springfield markets. Most recently, she served as the assistant chief nursing officer for Mercy Health – Springfield Medical Center.“We are thrilled that Linsey has joined us as Chief Nursing Officer of the Mercy Health – Lima market. Linsey is a passionate nurse leader who is laser-focused on transformational leadership,” said Ronda Lehman, president of Mercy Health - Lima. “She has a deep understanding of not only nursing and operations within Mercy Health but of the needs of the Lima community as well. We look forward to seeing how she advances our nursing practice at St. Rita’s in her new role.”

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There are many different careers and pathways that one can pursue in the healthcare industry. Freedom Bell is a radiologic technologist with Mercy Health St. Rita's. She worked for St. Rita's back in 2021 with patient transport, and discovered that she loved the imaging field and wanted to know more. While attending Rhodes State College, she applied for their radiology program, and obtained clinical hours as a student. She also took advantage of another opportunity while earning her degree.