ABOUT US
Decatur Health is a rural health organization located in Northwest Kansas comprised of a critical access hospital and a rural family practice clinic. We also manage an independent living complex. Our organization is committed to providing quality health care to the rural population in our community.
JULIE SMITH RN,BSN,MHA,CPHQ
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Julie Smith CEO of Decatur Health has many years of experience in rural healthcare and quality. As an RN, BSN Julie has been involved in several rural collaboratives to network Emergency Services and Critical Access Hospitals. Receiving her Masters in Healthcare Administration (MHA) in 2004 has provided Julie with opportunities to expand from nursing to administration responsibilities in rural healthcare.
Julie became a Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) in 2020 as she continues to be a lifelong learner and wants to implement ways to improve quality and patient outcomes in this area.
The Core Values of Decatur Health, Compassion, Integrity, Accountability, Teamwork and Aspire help move the organization to meet the mission and vision of Decatur Health.
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Mission Statement – Improving lives through quality health care.
Vision Statement – Be the provider of choice by serving the health and wellness of our communities while enhancing access to quality care.
The goal is to make the hospital here in town an ongoing successful business. We are here to serve the community. “I am excited to work as the CEO at Decatur Health. Our hospital and this community are very fortunate to have key staff and services already in place.”
We have a dedicated medical staff, an engaged board of directors and a committed and talented staff.”
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“I am a positive persona and like to say my glass is three-quarters full. With my experience in the clinical setting, along with being a certified professional in healthcare quality (CPHQ), I focus on opportunities for improvement and ways to utilize the talent and resources we have to continue providing quality health care to the community and surrounding area.”
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“I am looking forward to the future for Decatur Health.”
In the spirit of cooperation and collaboration with the Decatur County Health Department, EMS and law enforcement, city, county and school we hope to identify needs that as a group/community we can address.
Welcome to Decatur Health
Board of Trustees
The Board of Trustees is comprised of five community members chosen on a regular basis, as well as an exofficiary member from the County Commission. The current members are:
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Tom Wasson, Chair
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Jan Badsky, Secretary
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Tyler Roe, Treasurer
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Angie Williby
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Regan May
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Karen Larson, County Comissioner
Board Meetings are open to the public.
Date: Third Monday of each month.
Time: 5:30 pm
Location: Decatur Health, Board Room
Our Mission
Decatur Health is dedicated to improving our community through quality healthcare. We will provide modern and effective techniques through teamwork and accountability while honoring the integrity of our patients with the compassion of a friend. Providing local access to quality healthcare ensures the well being of the communities we serve.
Our Home
Decatur County, population approximately 2,700, stands as the county seat of Decatur County. Located in northwest Kansas, Oberlin is a quaint town with a rich western American history. Whether you are stopping in for a visit or just traveling through to visit our Nebraska neighbors, we welcome you to Oberlin.
Decatur Health Systems provides care that is compliant with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII; as amended, and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, mental or physical disability, or veteran status. If you feel you have been discriminated against, contact the Human Resources Director or the COO.