Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville

Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville is a 410-bed acute and skilled care facility with a special emp

Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville is a 410-bed acute and skilled care facility with a special emphasis on community outreach and training students to provide medical care in rural areas. For its patients, the hospital has clinics conveniently located in nearby communities to provide care close to home. Recognized as a pioneer, Baptist Health Madisonville was the first Kentucky hospital outside a metropolitan area to offer open heart surgery.

This week's Employee Spotlight is Kristin Gordon, Physical Therapist at Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation in Princeton, K...
09/03/2026

This week's Employee Spotlight is Kristin Gordon, Physical Therapist at Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation in Princeton, KY.

I have worked as a physical therapist for BHDM since 2015 when I graduated from PT school. I work at the Sports Medicine & Rehab location in Princeton, Ky. When I was younger, my mother went back to school to become a PTA (physical therapist assistant). Watching her career grow and her find joy in this profession is part of the reason why my path has led me to where I am today.

The Princeton community holds a very special place in my heart. I absolutely love my co-workers, and they have become great friends. The patients I work with are equally amazing. Getting to know them on a professional and personal level while seeing them grow and improve is one of the things I love most about my job. I enjoy being able to educate, engage, and empower my patients to be involved in their treatment/plan of care to create long lasting results. Working here is like a second home to me and that is what motivates me to come to work each day. Outside of work I enjoy camping, hiking, photography, and spending time with my family.

Thank you, Kristin for being part of our team!

If someone you know has not had their breast cancer screening mammogram done in over a year because they are uninsured o...
09/02/2026

If someone you know has not had their breast cancer screening mammogram done in over a year because they are uninsured or underinsured, please have them reach out to Heather Tow for details on receiving this screening free with the help of our Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville Foundation. We want all women to have access to this life-saving screening. When was your last mammogram? Schedule yours today too!

Today, we celebrate our 5th anniversary as Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, a joint venture between Baptist Health...
09/01/2026

Today, we celebrate our 5th anniversary as Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville, a joint venture between Baptist Health and Deaconess Health systems. We continue to work hard to provide safe, quality care for our community.

Our Mission reads: Rooted in a tradition of Christian service, Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville expands access to high quality healthcare delivered with a compassionate and nurturing spirit to all.

Our Vision reads: Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville seeks to be the trusted healthcare provider of choice for our region as we provide advanced medical services that focus on the wellness and dignity of the whole patient.

Our Values are: CARES
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Excellence
Safety

Thank you for trusting us to care for you and your family!

Due to the recent surge in confirmed measles cases in our region, we wanted to make you aware of the Kentucky Department...
08/31/2026

Due to the recent surge in confirmed measles cases in our region, we wanted to make you aware of the Kentucky Department for Public Health's recommendation of an accelerated dose of MMR vaccine for children.

Once a child receives their routine dose at 1 year of age, they can have the second dose at least 28 days later to offer them the most protection. An infant, 6-11 months of age, can have an early dose if they are at risk of being exposed.

As your trusted healthcare team, we want to make you aware of evidence-based information and public health guidelines and recommendations so you can make informed decisions.

If you, or your child, are not vaccinated against this highly contagious virus spreading in our area, please contact your healthcare provider to talk about your concerns or schedule an appointment.

September 10 is Su***de Prevention Day, and our Behavioral Health team is once again hosting their Chalk the Walk event ...
08/30/2026

September 10 is Su***de Prevention Day, and our Behavioral Health team is once again hosting their Chalk the Walk event from 10 am- 2 pm.

Everyone is invited to participate!

This month's Sunshine Award winner is Grayson Wilcox from our Security team.A nomination from leadership stated: “Grayso...
08/29/2026

This month's Sunshine Award winner is Grayson Wilcox from our Security team.

A nomination from leadership stated:

“Grayson constantly demonstrates how much he cares about the visitors and patients that come into BHDM. He gives all the kids that come into the Emergency Department coloring books and crayons or a little pop-it toy. He does this of his own accord and with his own money without a second thought. He is always willing to go above and beyond to assist visitors in navigating the hospital and campus grounds. He approaches every interaction with professionalism, a positive attitude, and a welcoming smile. His commitment to serving others exemplifies the values we strive to uphold, and he is truly deserving of this recognition and award nomination.”

Thanks, Grayson, for all you do!

This month’s BEE Award winner is Stella White, Unit Secretary on Same Day Surgery.A nomination from leadership stated: “...
08/28/2026

This month’s BEE Award winner is Stella White, Unit Secretary on Same Day Surgery.

A nomination from leadership stated:

“My 4-year-old daughter recently underwent surgery, and Stella was absolutely wonderful from the moment she brought us back to our room. She was kind, compassionate, and attentive, ensuring that all our family members had an opportunity to visit with my daughter both before and after her procedure.

After surgery, my daughter was having a difficult time drinking fluids. The only thing motivating her was the promise of a trip to Hobby Lobby afterward. Stella must have overheard our conversation because, as we were preparing to leave, she stopped us and gave my daughter some popsicles and even $5 of her own money to buy herself something special at Hobby Lobby.

Her kindness and generosity meant so much to our family during what was a stressful and emotional day. Stella went far beyond her job responsibilities to bring a smile to my daughter's face and make her feel special. Her compassion, thoughtfulness, and dedication to caring for others are truly remarkable. Stella was a blessing to our family, and we are incredibly grateful for the exceptional care and kindness she provided.”

Thanks, Stella, for all you do!

This month’s Employee of the Month is Nicole Funkhouser, RN on Same Day Surgery.A nomination from Leadership stated: “Ni...
08/28/2026

This month’s Employee of the Month is Nicole Funkhouser, RN on Same Day Surgery.

A nomination from Leadership stated:

“Nicole had a post-operative patient who was required to remain non-weight-bearing on the surgical foot. After assessing the patient's stability with crutches and a walker, she determined that the patient would not be compliant with those methods due to his physical limitations. Dr. Estes was not available for further guidance, but Nicole persisted in looking for other alternatives that would promote compliance and healing.

The patient needed a wheelchair for home use but was unable to financially rent or purchase one. Case Management was contacted but was unable to assist due to a lack of insurance coverage. Nicole had the patient's best interests at heart and continued to pursue other options. She eventually located a wheelchair that had been donated to Dr. Donley for patient use. Dr. Donley delivered the wheelchair to Same Day Surgery so the patient could use it immediately upon discharge.

Dr. Estes complimented Nicole and the Same Day Surgery staff for their efforts in providing excellent care and resources to his patient. Nicole went above and beyond to ensure the patient had the equipment needed to promote safety, compliance with non-weight-bearing status, and healing of the operative extremity.”

Thank you, Nicole, for all you do!

This week's Employee Spotlight is Danielle Rogers, RN in PACU.I began my career as an RN in June of 2013. I knew at a yo...
08/27/2026

This week's Employee Spotlight is Danielle Rogers, RN in PACU.

I began my career as an RN in June of 2013. I knew at a young age that I enjoyed caring for people and making people feel better. Being a nurse has been one of the most rewarding yet challenging aspects of my life.

I started working on 3 West, a cardiac/telemetry unit, and remained there until June 2025. My love for cardiology started in nursing school and only grew while working on 3 West, but after 12 years I needed some change and wanted to grow in my career. Currently I work in the PACU - Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, where we recover patients after surgery. I believe transferring to PACU has allowed me to grow as a nurse, from learning the different surgeries and aftermath of anesthesia to caring for more critical patients. I enjoy caring for patients as they are waking up from surgery to reassure them through their vulnerable state. I get joy from hearing them say "thank you for being so kind" or " thank you for all your help."

Other than my love for caring for people, my family motivates me to continue doing what I do. I am married to my high school sweetheart of 15 years and we have two boys ages 13 and 8 that keep me on my toes and make me strive to be a better person each and every day. Through all the obstacles, I can truly say I am very thankful to be a nurse and to bring a little bit of brightness to someone's day.

Thank you, Danielle for being part of our team!

It is time to start planning for Paint the Town Pink in October! All local homes and businesses are encouraged to decor...
08/26/2026

It is time to start planning for Paint the Town Pink in October! All local homes and businesses are encouraged to decorate in pink to show your support for those that have, or are currently, battling breast cancer. Our kick-off committee will be at Harvest Fest with pink ribbons to get you started, survivor sashes and more!

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