Awards & Recognition
Spooner Health is dedicated to not only providing our patients with the highest quality care but also giving our staff a positive and inspirational work environment. Over the years both Spooner Health and its incredible team have received a number of awards and recognition. Here are a few of our most recent awards:
2023
Rebecca Busch of Spooner Health Named as one of "10 Rural Hospital CFOs to Know" | Becker's Hospital Review
2022
Guardian of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement | Press Ganey
Community Involved Business of the Year | Washburn County Economic Development Corporation
2020
Healthcare Organization of Distinction Award | Huron/Studer Group
Guardian of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement | Press Ganey
2019
2018
Guardian of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement | Press Ganey
2016
Top Hospital for Physician Communication | Becker’s Hospital Review
2015
Recognition for Overall Excellence in Patient Perspectives and Financial Strength | iVantage Health Analytics and the National Organization of State Office of Rural Health (NOSORH)
Trustees of the Year Awards to long-time board members Dr. Mark Van Etten and Sheldon Johnson | Wisconsin Hospital Association
Top Hospital for Physician Communication | Becker’s Hospital Review
2014
Excellence in Patient Care Award | Studer Group — Communication with Nurses
Excellence in Patient Care Award | Studer Group – Employee Engagement
Partners for Patients Gold Level of Achievement Award for 2012-2014 | Wisconsin Hospital Association
2013
Chamber Member of the Year | Spooner Area Chamber of Commerce
Guardian of Excellence Award for Employee Engagement | Press Ganey
Opportunity for Success Award | Wisconsin Division of Vocational Rehabilitation
2012
Hospital of Choice Award | American Alliance of Healthcare Providers
Health Care Organization of the Month | Studer Group
Physician STEMI award to Dr. Pat McCann, ER Medical Director | Essentia Health
Mission Statement
Why We Exist
“To provide high-quality healthcare.”
Vision Statement
What We Want to Achieve
“To become the recognized leader in providing quality healthcare in an expanding range of progressive services.”
Values
What We Live and Work By
The Person: We can make a difference by valuing each individual through respect, compassion, and honest communication.
Integrity: Serving our customers with a respectful approach by doing the right action when no one is looking.
Confidence: Providing care and service with self-assurance, certainty, and respect.
Excellence: To always exceed expectations through knowledge and growth.
Enthusiasm: To work as a team to inspire others to a new level of excellence.
Fellowship: Respect for each other and for the diversity of the community we serve.