North Platte church honors healthcare workers
The Covid-19 pandemic is creating a new respect for healthcare workers nationwide.
By News Channel Nebraska
NORTH PLATTE, Neb. (KNOP) -The Covid-19 pandemic is creating a new respect for healthcare workers nationwide. A local church hosted an event recognizing members of the medical industry and their sacrifices. North Platte Baptist Church honored our local healthcare workers with a ceremony after the service on Sunday, March 21.
“During the pandemic, everyone gave something,” said Brandon Kelliher, Great Plain Health chief information officer and mayor. “Everyone gave of their time and themselves. Healthcare workers gave a little bit of their soul.”
In many cases, making difficult decisions but also keeping their patient’s health their main priority.
“We faced a lot of unknowns,” said Mel McNea, Great Plains Health chief executive officer. “Our own personal health was questionable or put in jeopardy, but at no time, did I see someone neglect their responsibilities.”
Sometimes the health care workers had to take on roles which may have not been listed in their job description. However, they continue to lead with compassion for others.
“I also saw our employees, step forward, and work as a team, but also take the place of families who were unable to visit their sick loved ones,” said McNea. “Our staff also went above and beyond and I think our hospital statewide is known for its innovation in dealing with COVID-19. And we did a lot of researching medications. We really treated this like a battle we were going to win.”
Pastor Reeves of NPBC wanted to honor the healthcare workers in our community which is what led him to hold the Heroes Sunday Program. Healthcare workers who may have not been in attendance of Sunday’s program are still recognized for their work as well.
“Healthcare workers and all those others, that worked so hard during the pandemic appreciate being called heroes, but the thing that means the most to those folks is when you thank them for showing up and doing their job,” said Kelliher. “Just say thank you when you see them. That will mean more to them than anything else you can do.”