1850 Old Knoxville Road

Tazewell, TN  37879

Marietta Bolinger has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for December 2007! 

Marietta began working with Claiborne County Hospital on July 5, 1999 as an RN on the night shift.  She went on to become charge nurse and in May 2006 she transferred to the Home Health Department where she found her home.  She was nominated by fellow employee, Mary Smith, who commented, “Marietta is one of the most caring, compassionate, and unselfish people I know.  She was my husband’s hospice nurse and came into our home and treated us with dignity and compassion.  She stayed whenever we needed her and even when she went on vacation to move into a new home, she still continued to call or stop by everyday.” 

Marietta has been married to Johnny Wayne Bolinger since April 7, 1995, and they have recently moved into a new home.  Her hobbies include reading, fishing, and working in her flower beds. Marietta’s supervisor, Georgia Moyers, comments, “Marietta is an excellent nurse and is loved by all her patients, their families and her fellow employees.  She is a true asset to the Home Care Department and  a real joy to work with.”

Laura Brown has been chosen as Employee of the Month for November 2007! 

Bennie Carter has been chosen as Employee of the Month for October 2007!  Bennie began working at Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home on September 27, 1970, as a C.N.A.  under the supervision of Alice Johnson.  Bennie states, “Mrs. Johnson taught me some important things that have served me well throughout my working career and I haven't forgotten them.  She taught me to treat every patient like I would like to be treated and never take my job home with me and to leave personal problems at home.  I still try to follow these rules today.”   After leaving CCH, Bennie moved to Miamisburg, Ohio. She moved back home to Tennessee and on September 12, 1988, she began working once again at CCH in the Physical Therapy Dept.  At that time, there were only three employees in that department. 

Bennie was nominated by fellow employee, Shelley Rabie.  Shelley notes, “ Bennie has been a valued PT Tech for the Rehab Dept. for over 20 years.  She has been instrumental in orienting all the new PT staff into hospital routines and procedures. She always treats her patients with respect, kindness, and is always encouraging.  She is a rare treasure, who has worked loyally at the hospital and she has been an example of professional and personal integrity in the Rehab Dept.”  

Judy Myers has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for September 2007!   Judy has worked at this facility for 31 years and she has always worked in the Respiratory Department.  Judy was nominated by fellow employee, Betty Duncan.  Betty stated, “I want to nominate Judy for her dedication to this hospital and her positive personality.  She goes above her regular duties by planting and maintaining the grounds as well as using her personal time during softball season and at times when a helping hand is needed.”    Judy is married to Bruce Myers and they have two “children”, their German Shepherd, Stumper, and their cat, Junkyard.  She enjoys going to church and missionary trips, being outdoors, gardening, volunteer work, and playing softball with the best bunch of people anywhere (her teammates on the Hospital softball team).  Judy states, “My most amazing experience at CCH was working alongside my father—Sarge Garland, the greatest man I have ever known. I have learned something from every person I have met whether they are patients, family members, or co-workers.  I thank God everyday for the friendships I have made at CCH.” 

Irene Brown has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for July 2007!  Irene joined the staff of CCH on September 23, 1973, as a ward clerk.  After spending approximately 9 years in this position, Irene transferred to medical records and worked there for two years.  Irene later went on to work as the nursing secretary for one year, took care of the books in insurance for two years, transferred to registration for four years, and has spent the past several years in the Insurance Department.  I guess you can say that Irene is a lady of many talents and knowledge.  Irene was nominated for “Employee of the Month” by fellow co-worker, April Wagner.  April states, “I have worked with Irene for 2 1/2 years now and I have not seen a more caring , compassionate, selfless, hardworking person.  For instance, it was 4pm and several employees were going out the door with Irene and there stood a patient outside wanting to pay on her account.  Irene took the time to bring the patient in and take her payment, smiling the whole time.”  As far as her home life, Irene is married to Garry Brown and they have three children, Chris, Jennifer, and Crystal.  She has five grandchildren, Christa, Madison, Cody, Mackenzie, and Caleb.  Irene says she loves her family dearly and loves being called “mamaw”.  Currently, Irene only works two days a week.   In her spare time, she loves to cook and shop.  Irene notes, “I have enjoyed working here all these years, and the hospital has been really good to me.  I think as the old saying goes:  It is always better to give than to receive, especially if you give freely from the heart.”

Darlene Louthan has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for June 2007!  Darlene began working at Claiborne County Hospital in December 1999 as an RN in the CCU.  Darlene was nominated for Employee of the Month by fellow employee, Janet Edens, who stated, “I have observed Mrs. Louthan providing extraordinary care for patients.  She provides extraordinary service to Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home as a clinical practitioner, teacher, consultant and supervisor who delivers care at the highest of standards.  For instance, Darlene was caring for an elderly woman who refused to eat. Ms. Louthan became concerned and delicately asked the patient’s favorite foods.  With persistence in acquiring about the patient’s favorite foods, the patient returned to eating again.” 

Darlene is married to Tommy Louthan and she has two children, Brittany and Trey.  She enjoys being involved in church activities, eBay, and Sudoko.  Commenting on her time as an employee here, Darlene notes, “I like the community atmosphere of this facility and I really enjoy working with my fellow co-workers.”  CCU and ER Manager, Kim Runions, comments, “ Darlene exemplifies an employee that is truly committed to her patients.  She strives to give the best care possible and her rapport with patients is wonderful.  She is an excellent employee.” 

Roger Hall has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for May 2007!  Roger began working at Claiborne County Hospital in 1975 in the housekeeping department where he worked for approximately 2 years.  Later, he transferred to the maintenance department and remained there for 10 years.  In 1987, he left the hospital to work as an aide in a home health agency where he was employed for 10 years.   On May 2, 1994, Roger gladly came “home” to the hospital to continue his career as a home health aide.  Roger was nominated for Employee of the Month by his supervisor, Georgia Moyers, who stated, “Roger is always there for his patients, fellow employees, and family.  He has been known to carry water into a patient’s home so he could bathe the patient and he has carried wood into a patient’s home so they would have enough heat until their family came home.”   Roger has been married to Lisa Woods Hall since 1986 and they have four beautiful children, Lauren, age 17, Lindsey, age 15, Chandra, age 5, and Xavery, age 18 months.  Roger and his family are faithful members of Lone Hill Baptist Church.  Roger’s favorite leisure time activities include working in his yard and construction.  Commenting on his time as an employee here, Roger states, “It is just unreal the changes I have seen since 1975.  Sometimes I would board up the windows in the patients’ rooms to keep the cold out. The food has always been good here and in 1975, the cafeteria always smelled like a bakery.  I would eat 2 and sometimes 3 meals a day from the cafeteria. I thought it was the best food in the world.”  Home Health Administrator, Georgia Moyers, comments, “Roger exemplifies what we all should strive to be – compassionate, unselfish, and committed to customer service.  He is truly a good person.”

Stella Helton has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for April 2007.  Stella became  an employee with Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home on September 19, 2000 and started in the Laundry department.  Later she transferred to the Housekeeping department where she has remained since.  Prior to coming to CCH, Stella had worked at Clayton Homes for 22 years.  Due to back surgery, Stella had to change careers, and she chose CCH.    Fellow employee, Martha Duncan, nominated Stella for Employee of the Month.  Martha noted, “ Stella goes far above her job duties and smiles at everyone.  Stella cleans extra areas when work is slow.  For example, she was picking up cigarette butts out of the mulch in front of the hospital and we also found her cleaning windows.”  Stella’s good work ethic shines through her everyday job duties as she points out, “Areas of the hospital are a reflection on the hospital.  If they are not clean, then that makes the hospital look bad.”  When it comes to Stella’s personal life, she has been married to Ronald Helton for 10 years.  Together they have 3 children and 8 grandchildren with whom Stella loves to spend time.  She also enjoys gardening, growing flowers, but most of all, she enjoys attending church on Sundays.  During her time as an employee here, Stella states, “I had always wanted to work in a hospital so I chose CCH and I am so glad I did.  I love my job here and the people are great and so friendly.  My mother always told me to do my best no matter what I am doing so I always try my best to make sure everything is clean.”  Ron Hayes, Environmental Services Manager, states, “Stella exemplifies the type of employees that we have in the environmental services department.  She always demonstrates a consistent level of performance and maintains a steady level of productivity.  Her exemplary work ethic is a big asset to this department and the facility.  She is well deserving of this award.“  The Staff of Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home congratulate Stella on her achievement and hope she will continue to provide many more years of service here.

Pictured  from left to right are Environmental Services Manager Ron Hayes, Stella Helton, and Tim Brown hospital administrator.

Susan Greene has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for March 2007!  Susan became employed with this facility on December 3, 1976, where she began her career as an LPN for the CCU, Med/Surg.,  & OB units .  Susan transferred to the Pharmacy in 1982 where she has been the Pharmacy Coordinator for over 24 years.   She returned to school in 1989 and graduated RN school.  Susan was nominated for Employee of the Month by fellow employee, Billene Jennings, who stated, “Susan has always been a dedicated employee of CCH.  She has given up vacation time to make sure patient care was done in an efficient continuity of care manner. She has been a “light in the storm” for the nurses on the floor with her endless knowledge of medication and has never failed to share this knowledge with her co-workers.”     As far as her personal life, Susan has been a wife to Bob Greene for 17 years.  She also enjoys collecting antiques, attending auctions, and monthly dinners with the dubbed “Golden Girls”, Lucy Greer, Betty Duncan, and Margie McNew. Commenting on her time as an employee here, Susan states, “I have truly enjoyed the many opportunities of working with patients, staff and the life long friendships formed. I feel very honored to have been part of such a caring group of people.”  Pharmacy Director, Kathy Kelley, notes, “Susan represents everything a manager desires from an employee - knowledge, dedication, and respect for patients and co-workers”.  Congratulations Susan from the staff of Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home.  We hope you will provide us with many more years of service.

Pictured from left to right is hospital administrator Tim Brown, Susan Greene, and Kathy Kelley, Director of Pharmacy.

Mitchell Drinnon has been chosen as the Employee of the Month for February 2007! Mitch began working with Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home on  November 5, 2001, as the Activities Director.  He was nominated for Employee of the Month by fellow employee, Betty Duncan, who stated, “Mitch is so wonderful with the residents, compassionate, and caring.”    Mitch has been married to Amy Ramsey for 16 years, whom he met during a grade school basketball game.  As he recalls, he was sitting on the sidelines after fouling out, and decided it would be fun to throw rocks at her and her friend.   Mitch has two beautiful daughters, Erin, 10, and Laura, 6.  Erin is always on the honor roll and excels at all things academic.  As for Laura, she is on the honor roll when she chooses and is working on becoming a great basketball player.   Mitch has very many hobbies and interests but his main hobbies are developing and carving his own pumpkin patterns for Halloween, growing pumpkins and gardening. He is most interested in heirloom seeds from East Tennessee.  Mitch notes that he grew a 70 lb. pumpkin last year and he is hoping to top 100 lbs. this year.  Mitch states that he is also accumulating the world’s largest collection of horror movies . He owns one of the largest movie review websites with over 60 pages of reviews, images, bios, and general movie trivia.   Commenting on his time as an employee here, Mitch states, “My favorite part of working here is the residents.  I enjoy spending time with the residents and I love it when I can get a smile from them. Also my coworkers...I’ve become close as family to many of the people I work with daily and I think that after 15 years in healthcare that overall we have the best staff that I’ve been lucky enough to work with.”   The Staff of Claiborne County Hospital and Nursing Home congratulate Mitch on his achievement and hope he will provide many more years of service here.   

Pictured from left to right is nursing home director of nursing Steven Cupp, Mitch Drinnon, and Tim Brown, hospital administrator.