Join Sparta Community Hospital & HSHS Illinois Hospitals in #Masked Moms Initiative
Moms who work at HSHS Illinois hospitals are launching a grassroots #MaskedMoms effort to help slow the spread of COVID-19. It is common knowledge that moms are typically the ones who worry – about their [...]
Cardiopulmonary Rehab and Fitness Center Closed Until Further Notice
Beginning Monday, November 23, Sparta Community Hospital’s Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation and The Linda Louise Fitness Center in Marissa will be closed until further notice due to the high rate of COVID-19 cases in our region. Quality [...]
VIRTUAL Healthy Holiday Hustle – November 22 – December 2
Sparta Community Hospital’s Healthy Holiday Hustle 5K Run/Walk, will be virtual this year due to the pandemic. Participants may register at https://bit.ly/2ILIaB6, run/walk anytime November 22-December 2, and they may report their times and pictures [...]
Well Wishes to Marcia Krisby, RN
Marcia Krisby, RN, worked her last shift at Sparta Community Hospital’s Cardiac Rehabilitation Clinic on Thursday, October 29. Staff stopped by her department that day to wish her well. She has been a valuable employee [...]
Now accepting applications for the 2021 Explorers Program!
Sparta Community Hospital is now accepting applications for their 2021 Explorers Program, “Discover Your Future in Healthcare”. Click here to download the Explorer Program brochure >> Through the SCH Explorers Program students will experience and [...]
It’s Time to Get Your Flu Shot!
Sparta Community Hospital and Quality Healthcare Clinics are urging everyone to get their annual flu shot this season, especially during the double threat along with the COVID-19 pandemic. Flu vaccines will not prevent COVID-19, but [...]
Janice Knop Celebrates 30 Years of Service at Sparta Community Hospital
Janice with CFO, Paul Mueller Janice Knop celebrated 30 years of service at Sparta Community Hospital on September 10. She was presented with a 30 year pin and her department enjoyed cupcakes. She [...]
SCH Donates Supplies to Marissa Grade School
Jennifer Barbour, Director of Relations at Sparta Community Hospital recently presented Marissa Grade School principal, Lacey Schmersahl, with back to school supplies donated by SCH staff and presented a check from the proceeds of [...]
At-Home Health Care completes Medicare/State Licensure recertification survey
At-Home Health Care, a service of Sparta Community Hospital, recently had their Medicare/State Licensure recertification survey which resulted in no deficiencies. The survey, a three day period, is unannounced and conducted by 3 surveyors. A thorough [...]
The K-4 students at Sparta Lincoln are ready to fight germs!
The K-4 students at Sparta Lincoln are ready to fight germs, and help scientists and doctors slow the spread of COVID-19 under the direction of Jennifer Barbour, Director of Relations at Sparta Community Hospital. Ms. [...]
Illinois Hospital Association Spotlights Sparta Community Hospital in Best Practices Program
A focus on diagnostic error came at just the right time for Ruth Holloway, Director of Quality Management at Sparta Community Hospital. The hospital was intent on addressing diagnostic-related issues in early 2019, such as [...]
Stay Healthy Program is presented to kindergarten students at Sparta Lincoln Middle School
Pictured, lt-rt; Jennifer Barbour and Amy Price Jennifer Barbour, Director of Relations at Sparta Community Hospital, presented a program to kindergarten students at Sparta Lincoln Middle School on Tuesday, August 18. The Stay [...]
Dr. Preuss Celebrates 30 Years of Service at Sparta Community Hospital!
CEO, Joann Emge presents Dr. Mark Preuss with his 30 year pin Dr. Mark Preuss, Steeleville Medical Clinic, recently celebrated 30 years of service at Sparta Community Hospital. Dr. Preuss was honored with [...]
Sparta Community Hospital Has Been Designated as a STROKE READY HOSPITAL by the Illinois Department of Health
Paula Cunningham, RN, ED Nurse Manager and John Vandover, MD, ED Director Sparta Community Hospital is pleased to announce its recent re-designation as a STROKE READY HOSPITAL by the Illinois Department of Public [...]
Sparta Community Hospital Opens Marissa Fitness Gym
The Linda Louise Fitness Gym, located at 521 A, Marissa, will open for all members of the Fitness Gym and also members of The Center in Sparta on Monday, July 13. Temporary hours will be [...]
Sparta Community Hospital Gifts a Bonus to All Staff Members
As a special thank you for our employees' response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Sparta Community Hospital Board of Directors gifted a bonus to all staff members. In addition to the concern our staff members [...]
Sparta Community Hospital welcomes Melanie Wahl, MD, Board Certified Rheumatologist
Sparta Community Hospital welcomes Melanie Wahl, MD, Board Certified Rheumatologist. Dr. Wahl graduated from Ross University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Saint Louis University School of Medicine. After her residency, she practiced [...]
Alene Holloway and Gary Stephens retire from the Sparta Community Hospital Board of Directors
Pictured, lt-rt; Board Chairman, Kevin Wilson, Alene Holloway and Gary Stephens Sparta Community Hospital Board Members, Alene Holloway and Gary Stephens, recently retired from their service on the hospital’s Board of Directors. Alene [...]