With a mission “to provide comfort to and better the welfare of Sheridan Memorial Hospital (SMH) patients,” the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Board recently voted on their 2025 gift to the hospital—one that best exemplifies their purpose. The board unanimously committed $13,000 toward a Mini C-Arm, a piece of surgical equipment that will increase resources for staff and elevate the patient experience.
With this gift, the Auxiliary has given $771,000 to SMH since 1991, which does not come close to reflecting the actual difference they make at our community hospital every day. There is only one value that can define our volunteer’s efforts, leadership, and genuine care for Sheridan Memorial Hospital staff and patients—it is priceless.
The Auxiliary Board asked the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Foundation Board to match their efforts and support the purchase of the Mini C-Arm. This device is helpful for small bone orthopedic fractures and offers opportunities for cost-effectiveness for the patients. A surgeon can operate it without requiring a radiology technician, which improves staffing efficiency within the radiology department. Additionally, the Mini C-Arm offers increased mobility and emits minimal radiation, reducing exposure for both patients and staff, thus contributing to a more positive patient care experience.
With support from both the Foundation and Auxiliary, equipment was purchased, delivered and put to use at the beginning of April. Sheridan Memorial Hospital truly appreciates our volunteers and the thoughtful consideration both boards take to ensure their gifts make a difference in the lives of many in our community.
Emma Groteluschen
Surgical Services Manager
“Having volunteers and community members that make up our Auxiliary is such a gift,” shared Surgical Services Manager Emma Groteluschen. “Funding and support like this expedite the purchase and use of equipment that makes a difference to our patients daily. It’s a domino effect. When our community supports an item like the Mini C-Arm, it creates other opportunities to prioritize other enhancements throughout the organization.”
Groteluschen also highlighted the connection between SMH’s staff and patients and the difference it makes in interactions.
“I am a strong advocate for staff satisfaction and experience because it is proven that staff satisfaction is directly correlated to patient experience and quality care. Having new technology enhances the growth and development of our staff, which makes them feel invested in and valued leading towards higher engagement and satisfaction,” Groteluschen said. “In a rural community, having these tools and resources available to our staff truly exemplifies the prioritization of our staff and patient care along with our ability to create an excellent experience for our neighbors, friends, family – and maybe even you someday when you need it most.”
To learn more about Volunteering or joining the Sheridan Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Board, please reach out to Development Coordinator Jasmine Slater at 307.675.2620 or by clicking here.