The team at the Advance-Monticellonian is inquiring into the significant staff reduction at Drew Memorial Hospital this week. The following statement was provided by officials at Baptist Health.
"Leadership teams at Drew Memorial Health System (DMHS) and Baptist Health, are working together to identify areas where labor efficiencies can be gained at DMHS. A significant number of positions are being reduced (over 40). The individuals impacted will have the opportunity to apply for other openings across Baptist Health. This is an effort to operate Drew Memorial similarly to other Baptist Health regional facilities, and take advantage of the scope and size of Baptist Health. This will be one of several initiatives to operate DMH in a safe and more efficient manner, and continue to provide high quality care to the community. In December, Baptist Health will officially add Drew Memorial Health System, which includes a 60-bed hospital, two clinics and home health. That same month, the Monticello hospital will become Baptist Health's 12th hospital and will be named Baptist Health Medical Center-Drew County." As more facts are confirmed, The Advance will keep the citizens informed via Facebook, www.advancemonticellonian.com, and in the weekly edition of the newspaper.
