Community invited to share health needs
Following a leadership shake-up at Ray County Hospital and Healthcare, the organization is seeking community input on local health needs through a new survey designed to inform services and resources for years to come.
The hospital’s board of trustees recently placed CEO Jeff Bloemker on administrative leave and appointed Earl Sheehy as interim CEO. Sheehy is no stranger to the role, having previously led the hospital from 2014 to 2022. Bloemker also serves as the 2025 president of the Missouri Hospital Association’s North District Council.
At the same time, hospital officials stressed patient care remains steady despite the administrative changes.
“Our statement is as follows: At this time, we have no further comment regarding the CEO being placed on administrative leave,” said Ray County Hospital and Health- care Director of Communications and Community Relations Jose Quiroz. “The board’s priority remains ensuring uninterrupted, high-quality care for our patients. We are…