On April 6, Bates County Memorial Hospital celebrated Kim Keating with a retirement party honoring her 12 years of service.
Kim most recently served as Director of Quality and Risk Management, a role she has held since 2023. She began her time with BCMH in the 1990s as a Nursing Administration Assistant, later returning in 2014. Over the years, she contributed in several areas including Family Care Clinics, Patient Centered Health Home, Information Technology, and Human Resources.
During her career at BCMH, Kim shared that she is most proud of supporting employees and managers through challenges and encouraging others to grow beyond their comfort zones.
“I feel so proud of what we’ve done here together. Every single one of us knows we’re not doing this job for ourselves. We’re doing it for our patients,” Kim said during her retirement reception. “I’m so appreciative of all of you, and what you’ve built in me as a person, and what you continue to build in the community.”
In retirement, Kim plans to spend more time traveling, enjoying hobbies, and making memories with family and friends. She and her husband, Tim, are looking forward to putting her retirement gift to good use, with many miles ahead in her new hiking boots, trekking poles, and gear.
BCMH is grateful for Kim’s dedication and the lasting impact she has made on patients, employees, and the community.
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