Commissioners honor nurses; Wayne Memorial cites about 185 nurses in system

May 7, 2026

Commissioners adopted a National Nurses Week proclamation; Wayne Memorial CEO Jim Pettinato said the health system employs about 185 nurses and called them "the backbone of the health system." Commissioners emphasized rural healthcare and workforce needs.

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The Wayne County Board of Commissioners adopted a National Nurses Week proclamation recognizing nurses from Wayne Memorial Hospital and the county correctional facility.

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