Gretchen Finch Named Hedrick Medical Center Employee of Quarter - Third Quarter 2024
CHILLICOTHE, Mo. — Gretchen Finch, a registered nurse III at Hedrick Medical Center, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter for the third quarter of 2024. Catherine Hamilton, administrator, presented the award to Finch at a ceremony held in her honor.
The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, going beyond the call of duty to support fellow employees or to comfort or assist patients and their families.
In her nomination form, Finch’s coworkers said, “Gretchen displays outstanding teamwork. She readily sees tasks that need accomplished and is always willing to lend a hand. She is intelligent, knowledgeable, and a mentor to new employees. Gretchen is quick to assess patient needs and handles any given situation very well. She is compassionate and treats every patient like their own family while being resourceful and efficient.”
In recognition of the award, Finch received an Employee of the Quarter certificate, the parking space of her choice for three months, her photo posted in the hospital, her name engraved on a plaque displayed in the hospital, and recognition in local media.
Photo caption: Gretchen Finch receives the Hedrick Medical Center Employee of the Quarter Award for third quarter 2024 from Catherine Hamilton, administrator.