Champions of Care: Health Care Worker Champion

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Hospitals don’t stop when the weather turns dangerous, and neither does Eric Rader. When freezing rain threatened to make roads impassable, Eric called ahead, came to the hospital overnight and worked through the early morning to ensure the hospital was safe and operational. In Champions of Care, people often think of those at the bedside. Eric sees himself as a care provider, too. By clearing parking lots, salting walkways and responding immediately to weather-related concerns, he ensured that staff could get inside, patients could access care and visitors could arrive without fear of injury. 

His actions weren’t just about logistics; they were about making sure Bothwell Regional Health Center could continue serving the community, no matter the conditions. Eric’s dedication proves that health care is a team effort, from those at the bedside to those working behind the scenes. His commitment to keeping the hospital running, even in the worst weather, ensures that care is not interrupted.