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VHS
Awards & Press Releases |
Vetter Health Services has long been
recognized as an award-winning provider of long-term care. VHS
facilities have been the recipients of the American Health Care
Association (AHCA) Step I and Step II awards, Edgerton awards, and
other industry quality awards.
Headquartered in Omaha, VHS is one of
the nation’s premier providers of senior living and care with 32
facilities throughout the heartland. Their mission, “Dignity in
Life,” is demonstrated by VHS team members every day. The Serving,
Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence values are the foundation for
creating a dynamic work environment. Each VHS team member is
passionate about quality and continually striving to exceed
expectations. They are committed to treating everyone they come in
contact with as the most important person in their lives, and are
driven by a “Yes, I Can” attitude. The Mission, Vision and Values of
Vetter Health Services have cultivated a culture that has been
recognized as one of the best places to work in Omaha.
As we continue to strive to improve the Quality of Life for our
residents, we would like to share the events and happenings at
Vetter Health Services.
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Latest News & Events:
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 Nebraska health professional Jack Vetter Inducted
into the Nebraska Business Hall of Fame
Lincoln, Nebraska - January 24,
2008
www.nebraskane.usachamber.com
Jack Vetter, founder of Vetter Health Services in Omaha—one of the
nation’s largest senior care networks—was inducted into the Nebraska
Business Hall of Fame, along with two other business leaders on
January 24, according to the Nebraska Chamber of Commerce and
Industry.
Nebraska Hospital Association (NHA) President Laura J. Redoutey, FACHE, said, “Mr. Vetter is an
exceptional health care leader and is incredibly deserving of this
recognition. It is gratifying for our health professionals to be
acknowledged for their enduring commitment to caring for Nebraska’s
communities, especially in the underserved rural areas.”
 A native of Nebraska’s Sandhills, Jack Vetter worked on a ranch and
was foreman of a feed and fertilizer plant before he became
administrator of a Valentine nursing home in 1965. Vetter and his
wife, Eldora, bought their first nursing home in 1975. Vetter Health
Services (VHS) evolved as their management company, and within 15
years of purchasing their first nursing home, the Vetters had
operations in nearly 30 locations. Today, VHS has close to 3,000 employees and
an annual payroll of more than $34 million. Vetter Health Services
is recognized nationally as a leader, innovator and trend setter in
long-term care. By maintaining attractive and compassionate senior
care facilities in smaller communities, Vetter Health Services has
helped preserve
Nebraska’s quality of life.
The 2008 Business Hall of Fame class also includes James P. Abel of
Lincoln, a third generation entrepreneur, and the late Fred
Bosselman of Grand Island. Bosselman was a farmer and trucker who
established one of the nation’s most recognized chain of truck stops
and convenience stores.
The Business Hall of Fame inductions took place January 24, 2008 at
The Cornhusker Marriott in Lincoln. The ceremony is open to the
public.The Nebraska Business
Hall of Fame was established in 1992 by the Nebraska Chamber of
Commerce & Industry and the University of Nebraska College of
Business Administration to recognize Nebraska business leaders whose
contributions to Nebraska’s economy and business environment are
deserving of public acclaim.
The annual selection is made from nominations solicited from the
general business community, statewide business associations, and
from academia.
The criteria includes business people from large and small
businesses and corporations who have made a significant contribution
to the private enterprise system. Current residency is not required,
but the contribution to the business economy must have affected
Nebraska.
To date, the Governor of Nebraska has assisted with the presentation
of the awards each year at the Annual Meeting of the Nebraska
Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
The banquet and awards ceremony is typically attended by the
legislative and statehouse leadership, and approximately 600
business leaders from throughout Nebraska. A professionally produced
video of each honoree is shown at the banquet.
A permanent display honoring the inductees is now in place at the
University of Nebraska College of Business Administration and
includes video interviews for current and future business students
to enjoy and learn from.
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 Vetter
Health Services, Named as
'Best Place to Work' in Omaha
Omaha,
Nebraska - February 28, 2008
Ten firms have been named "best places
to work" in the Omaha area from ratings they received from anonymous
surveys of their employees.
Companies register for the event through the Greater Omaha Chamber
of Commerce and receive feedback from employee ratings on
satisfaction, engagement and other factors.
Scott Moore, a partner in the Baird Holm law firm who coordinates
the competition, said fewer than 100 employers take part, and about
8,000 to 10,000 employees complete the surveys.
Companies rated highest with 50 to 250 employees were Medical
Solutions Inc., U.S. Cellular, Lutz & Co. PC, Home Instead Inc. and
Vetter Health Services.
Rated highest with 250 or more employees were Marriott Global
Reservation Sales, PayPal, Farm Credit Services of America, MSI
Systems Integrators, and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska.
They will be honored at an April 17 luncheon at the Qwest Center
Omaha.
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 Patrick
Fairbanks is Promoted
to the Director of Operations
for Vetter Health Services
Omaha,
Nebraska - March 2008
Patrick Fairbanks is Promoted
to the Director of Operations
for Vetter Health Services
Omaha, Nebraska - March 2008
Jack Vetter, President of Vetter Health Services (VHS), announced
that Patrick Fairbanks has been promoted as the Director of Facility
Operations. As the Director of Operations, Patrick oversees the
Operations Team, is a direct resource for the VHS Facility
Administrators, and serves on the VHS Leadership Team. This key role
helps provide support and contributes to the framework, programs,
services, policies, and planning of the organization and its
facilities. With over 20 years plus experience in working within VHS
and in senior care, Patrick brings a strong background and expertise
to the VHS home office and the VHS
Leadership Team.
Patrick began work on his
Administrator training with VHS in the winter of 1987 at Heritage of
Fairbury in Fairbury, Nebraska. After earning his Administrator’s
license, Patrick returned to his home town of Spalding, Nebraska and
served as the VHS Administrator at Friendship Villa for three years.
From
Friendship Villa, Fairbanks continued at Vetter Health Services
serving as the Administrator for Heritage Living Center in St. Paul,
Nebraska for five years then proceeded at Heritage Crossings in
Geneva, Nebraska for the next 11 years. In the summer of 2007,
Patrick accepted a position as Leadership
Development Coordinator of the Operations Team with the VHS Home
Office in Omaha, Nebraska. In this position, Patrick served as a
mentor, resource and helped to further educate the VHS
Administrators to assist them in their role and care in serving
their customers.
Vetter Health Services owns and/or manages 32 facilities in the
Midwest with facilities in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and
Wyoming. Each care center’s Administrator and team develop plans to
continuously improve their services and facility with the support
from the VHS network. Operating decisions are made locally to assure
that each facility remains responsive to the needs of its residents
and community.
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