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Eureka Springs Hospital reports hiring gains and an active RN pipeline
Summary
HR Director Jody Edmonson told commissioners the hospital has added two RNs and three registration clerks year‑to‑date and is onboarding five more RNs and one medic, describing a productive recruitment environment.
Jody Edmonson, the hospital’s HR director, reported to the commission that recruitment efforts have been productive and that the staffing picture is improving.
Edmonson said the hospital has onboarded two registered nurses and three registration clerks year‑to‑date and is in the process of onboarding five additional RNs and one medic. She described a strong RN pipeline and multiple PRN and full‑time candidates responding to recruitment outreach.
Commissioners praised staff morale and the improvements in clinical environment and recruitment. Edmonson said the hospital is also conducting community health outreach — including blood pressure screenings — as part of broader engagement and visibility that supports hiring.
No personnel policy changes were voted on at the Feb. 23 meeting; the HR team will continue onboarding in line with operational needs.
