Ferrell Hospital Recognized with National 5-Start Rating for Rural Healthcare Excellence
The NRRS 5-Star designation places the hospital among a select group of rural healthcare organizations that consistently deliver high-quality outcomes while serving communities where healthcare access remains critical.
“Being part of a rural healthcare community is incredibly meaningful. We know our patients, their families, and the communities we serve, and that makes every interaction personal. I’m incredibly proud of our team and the compassion, dedication, and resilience they bring to their work every day. This recognition reflects their commitment to providing exceptional care to our community,” said Ferrell Hospital Chief Nursing Officer Jessica Carter, MBA, BSN, RN.
NRRS evaluates hospitals using validated performance measures drawn from nationally recognized patient experience and quality data. Hospitals achieving a 5-Star rating demonstrate strong results across multiple indicators, including reliability, patient-centered care, and service quality.
Brock Slabach, Chief Operating Officer of the National Rural Health Association, highlighted the importance of rural hospitals receiving national recognition.
“Rural hospitals serve as lifelines for their communities. A 5-Star NRRS rating reflects not only strong clinical performance, but the leadership, teamwork, and perseverance required to deliver high-quality care in complex rural environments.”
Serving Saline County and the surrounding counties in southeastern Illinois since 1925, Ferrell Hospital provides a range of services including emergency care, primary care, orthopedics, oncology and hematology, swing bed services and more. The hospital remains focused on ensuring patients can access trusted, high-quality care without leaving their community.
More information about the NRRS rating system is available at RuralRatings.US