Clara Barton Hospital Foundation Awards Nine Healthcare Scholarships

Each year, the Clara Barton Foundation awards scholarships to applicants interested in pursuing a degree in the medical field. These scholarships have been funded through scholarship endowments that have been established over the years. This year the foundation awarded nine scholarships, totaling $6,000. The Verda Lane scholarship was made possible through an endowment established by […]

Romine Promoted to Director of Surgery

Clara Barton Medical Center is pleased to announce that Valerie Romine, RN, BSN has been promoted to the position of Director of Surgery. Romine has been an employee at Clara Barton since January 2010, serving as the Assistant Manager of the surgery department. Romine grew up in Great Bend, graduating from Great Bend High School […]

Clara Barton Medical Center Breaks Ground on Expansion Project

While a progressive medical facility focuses on bringing the latest and greatest to their patients, as services expand and specialists/providers are added, it is inevitable to be faced with “growing pains”. Over the past few years as Clara Barton Medical Center has continued to grow and expand services, employees have felt as though they are […]

Clara Barton Medical Center Partners with GPS Kids to Help Alleviate Daycare Shortages

Clara Barton Medical Center President & CEO, Jim Blackwell, poses for a photo with Program Administrator at GPS Kids Club, Debbie Stephens, and her staff in front of the new daycare house recently purchased by Clara Barton Medical Center. Clara Barton’s partnership with GPS Kids will help provide daycare relief for CBMC employees who have […]

Clara Barton Medical Center Welcomes Pediatrician, Dr. Kayla Johnson, to Medical Team

Clara Barton Medical Center strives to provide quality healthcare close to home and is excited to announce the expansion of its pediatric care services, with the addition of Pediatrician Dr. Kayla Johnson to the Clara Barton medical team. Johnson (formerly Klug) is an Odin, KS native and attended undergraduate school at Fort Hays State University. […]

Hoffman Promoted to Vice President/Chief Operating Officer at Clara Barton Medical Center

Clara Barton Medical Center is pleased to announce that Amanda (Mandy) Hoffman, Director of Pharmacy has been promoted to the position of Vice President/Chief Operating Officer as current Vice President/Chief Nursing Officer, Jane Schepmann, plans to retire. Hoffman has been a licensed Pharmacist since 2012 and has been an employee with Clara Barton Medical Center […]

Gifts from the Heart Continue to Leave a Lasting Legacy

A tradition that began 10 years ago has proven to be an ongoing legacy of true dedication to Clara Barton Medical Center. The Gift from the Heart appeal began in honor of Janet Hipp, a longtime employee of the hospital and avid supporter of the foundation. At benefit auctions, hovering between tables and bidding up […]

Amanda Hoffman, PharmD named Interim CEO

Clara Barton Medical Center is proud to announce the appointment of Amanda (Mandy) Hoffman as Interim CEO, marking a new phase of leadership. With a strong background within the organization, Hoffman’s promotion brings stability and confidence to Clara Barton Medical Center. Her extensive experience and unwavering commitment make her well-prepared to lead the organization into […]