CHI Saint Joseph Health - Continuing Care, Saint Joseph Hospital

10/26/2025

We’re excited to share that Saint Joseph Health – Sleep Care Center in Lexington has welcomed Donna Crockett, MSN, APRN, NP-C, to its team. She has worked in nursing since 2010, including her tenure with Saint Joseph East since 2012, where she has served the emergency department, surgery department and sleep medicine department.

“While I've worked in various nursing settings, my focus for the past eight years has been in
sleep medicine. Through this work, I've come to understand the critical importance of sleep to overall health, and my love for sleep medicine has grown immensely. From the onset of my nurse practitioner journey, I knew I wanted to remain in this specialized field – it's very rewarding, and I've found my passion.”

Welcome to the team, Donna!

10/26/2025

Saint Joseph Berea caregivers held a Pink Out event yesterday to raise awareness about breast cancer during . Thanks to everyone who donned their pink wear in support of breast cancer prevention, research and awareness!

10/24/2025

This , we’re reminding women in Kentucky about the importance of early detection and knowing your risk for breast cancer. Thanks to mammography and genetic counseling, breast cancer can often be detected in its earliest stages when it is most treatable.

Last week, Dr. Jessica Croley with Saint Joseph Health – Cancer Center in Lexington joined WKYT mid-morning show hosts Destiny Quinn and Victor Puente to talk about breast cancer awareness and our Yes, Mamm! program, which provides free mammograms to uninsured and underinsured Kentuckians. Watch the segment below and call our HOPE line at (859) 313-4673 to learn more about our oncology services.

10/23/2025

In his role as chaplain at Saint Joseph London, Youmarcks “YouYou” Jacques says that meeting patients or their families where they are and creating a safe environment for them to share their feelings is his goal when providing spiritual care. His compassionate approach and care for others, no matter what they might be going through, is a key example of humankindness in action and our mission at work.

10/23/2025

What an incredible day! Thank you to everyone who joined us for Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation’s milestone 10th annual Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K on Saturday, October 11. Celebrating a decade of impact, we united with local cancer survivors, fighters and supporters – and together, we raised over $57,000! A special thanks to Amber Philpott- WKYT for returning this landmark year as our emcee and to our sponsors for their support in making this event a success.

These funds support our Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! programs, providing free mammograms and cervical screenings to the uninsured and underinsured across Kentucky. Thanks to you, these programs make a life-saving impact. Learn more: https://ow.ly/WZyZ50XgQFi.

10/22/2025

Rebecca Douglass, DO, performs panniculectomies to remove excess skin post-weight loss. Learn more benefits and tips for your weight loss journey in this HealthBreak.

10/22/2025

Thank you to all who joined us across Saint Joseph Health for a wonderful Blessing of the Rigs event earlier this week. Now in its fifth year, this event recognizes the first responders across our ministry and their selfless commitment to safety and patient care. Local EMS, fire and law enforcement received a box lunch and a non-denominational blessing for their response vehicles. 🚑🚁🚒

To the first responders serving our communities and patients, thank you for service.

10/21/2025

Excellence, innovation and humankindness at every touchpoint. We’re here for you.

10/18/2025

Flu season is no fun, but a flu shot can fix that. Get your flu vaccine sooner than later – viruses begin circulating in the fall and vaccines can take up to two weeks to build protective antibodies. Even after vaccinating, wash your hands frequently, cover coughs and sneezes and stay home when sick to help limit the spread.

10/17/2025

Sonja McCarty puts the numbers together with the people. The 27 year Saint Joseph veteran, based at Saint Joseph Medical Group – Orthopedics in Mount Sterling, travels among other Saint Joseph orthopedic clinics, from Lexington, Lebanon, Corbin and points in between.

Under her purview as clinic administrator of Saint Joseph Medical Group’s orthopedic line, patient experience metrics increased and critical goals were met—both significant factors in her being named the 2024 Leader of the Year for both Saint Joseph Medical Group and the Saint Joseph Health/CommonSpirit Kentucky ministry overall.

But to Sonja, those numbers simply mean this: “It’s supporting the managers in their roles so that they can support the caregivers to provide the best care to our patients.”

The key, Sonja said, is that everyone has a voice in the Saint Joseph ministry. “... I think when you let everybody have that voice, it really makes an impact and a difference,” she said. “And I think our organization allows that and encourages that.”

Read more about Sonja on our blog: https://ow.ly/uh4L50Xeolg

10/16/2025

Menopause impacts muscle, bones and your heart. Dr. Rachael Kelsey has tips and tricks that can help. Learn more in this HealthBreak.

10/15/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation’s Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! 5K. It was a powerful day coming together with local cancer survivors, fighters and supporters. Together, we raised over $57,000 to support local cancer survivors and patients through our Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! programs statewide. Thank you for helping us make an impact!

04/03/2023

Stay safe this spring break whether you’re having a staycation or hitting the road. Traveling domestically or internationally poses more risks to your health than you may realize. To ensure you have a healthy and fun spring break, wash your hands, stay up to date on vaccines, and stay home if you’re sick. For more spring break safety tips, check out this article from the CDC.

No matter where you travel for spring break, here are CDC’s top 5 tips to help you have a safer and healthier spring break.

07/03/2022

ICYMI: We recently announced an investment of $2.5 million for program support and scholarships for students in Kentucky State University's nursing program. This partnership aims to help the nursing shortage across our state and provide direct job placement to nursing graduates in a CHI Saint Joseph Health facility. To learn more, check out this editorial in The Frankfort State Journal.

With all the dire news coming out of Kentucky State University in recent months, last week’s announcement of a partnership between the school and CHI Saint Joseph Health is a

07/02/2022

Fourth of July is just around the corner, but don’t forget to be safe. Here are a few tips to avoid seeing us this holiday weekend: Wear earplugs to prevent hearing loss, watch fireworks from a safe distance and avoid lighting any in your hands, and keep a bucket of water nearby for emergencies. Have fun and celebrate responsibly!

06/30/2022

An estimated 6.5 million Americans 65 and older are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, and that number is expected to more than double by 2050, reaching 12.7 million people, according to the Alzheimer's Association. Signs of dementia may include memory loss, challenges planning or solving problems, trouble completing familiar tasks, confusion with time or place, difficulty understanding visual images and spatial relationships, and more.

If you or someone you know is experiencing these symptoms, contact your primary care provider to see if our highly skilled neurology care is the right fit for you. https://spr.ly/6187zgXtD

06/27/2022

While it’s important for men to receive regular health and wellness checkups to test for heart disease, cancers and other common risk factors, they must also check in on their mental health. An estimated one in 10 men experience depression or anxiety, but less than half seek treatment, according to a survey conducted by the National Center for Health Statistics. Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. If you’re experiencing any signs of mental illnesses, inform your primary care provider.

06/25/2022

Did you know that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be caused by witnessing or experiencing any terrifying event? June is , and this mental illness can affect anyone at any age. Symptoms may not be as obvious for everyone and can include behavioral changes, psychological signs like severe anxiety, mood changes, insomnia or nightmares, or unwanted thoughts.

If you believe you may be suffering from PTSD, schedule an appointment with a primary care provider: https://spr.ly/6187zgX3l.

06/01/2022

We are proud to announce that Saint Joseph Hospital, Continuing Care Hospital and the Volunteer Guild at Saint Joseph Hospital have all received awards from the Kentucky Hospital Association for their commitment to patient care and safety. Thank you to our team of caring experts and volunteers for making these designations possible! To learn more, visit https://spr.ly/6182zV8D2.

04/10/2022

Regina Masters, DNP, experienced some of the toughest challenges in her 10-year tenure as director of nursing for Continuing Care Hospital last year. Despite the challenges, Regina says she was humbled and blessed to be recognized as the Continuing Care Hospital Leader of the Year award recipient in 2021.

“I always try to remember my purpose and what I’m here for,” Regina said. “I am here to support the staff caring for the patients, and that includes staffing, supplies and ensuring smooth processes. I also talk to the staff about our purpose. I try to remind them that we’re here for a purpose, to serve the patients and the community and to do the best we can.”

Doing the best she can do has taken Regina far in her 30-year nursing career. She became a nurse in 1988, following in her mother’s footsteps, and has served more than 20 years at CHI Saint Joseph Health - Saint Joseph East in various leadership roles. Read more about Regina and how her role helps to improve patient care by visiting Spirit of Health: https://spr.ly/6185Kx3CL

02/25/2022

Nursing supervisor Chelsey Reams, RN, has a goal to make the best of a patient’s long-term stay at Continuing Care Hospital.

“When I come in, my 12-hour shift goes to the patients,” Chelsey said. “Many patients haven’t been able to have visitors or their family lives far away and aren’t able to come see them while they’re here for six weeks, so I try to do little things, like wear cheetah print scrubs on the weekends with matching masks or bedazzled headbands.“

Chelsey worked at Continuing Care Hospital for six years before becoming a travel nurse. While she enjoyed her role as a travel nurse, she returned to Continuing Care Hospital and moved into a new position last year – she says she felt called to return home. Read more by visiting Spirit of Health: https://spr.ly/6188KntN8

12/17/2021

Continuing Care Hospital is proud to announce Shelia Wilson, RN, of London, as the 2021 Employee of the Year, and Jessica Feltner, supervisor, Nursing, of Waco, as the 2021 Leader of the Year. Thank you both for your commitment to demonstrating CHI Saint Joseph Health’s core values of compassion, inclusion, integrity, excellence and collaboration.

To learn more, check out this ABC 36 story. https://spr.ly/6183JaaQL

11/17/2021

We are proud to announce that Continuing Care Hospital has been named a recipient of the 2021 Kentucky Hospital Association (KHA) Quality Award for the sixth year in a row. This award recognizes hospital leadership and innovation in quality, safety and commitment to patient care. Continuing Care Hospital received a Quality Award for achievement in “A Safe Patient Environment: A Culture of Safety.” Thank you to our caring and dedicated team for your commitment to patient safety, which made this recognition possible. To learn more, visit https://spr.ly/6182Jeg2n.

10/11/2021

Get your racing shoes on – tomorrow is the last day to register for Saint Joseph Hospital Foundation’s Yes, Mamm! Yes, Cerv! Virtual 5K, presented by R. J. Corman Railroad Group. This virtual race is open to individuals of all ages and proceeds will support free mammography and cervical cancer screenings, diagnostic testing, and program support to underinsured and uninsured patients across Kentucky. Thank you to all of our sponsors, donors and supporters for making this possible. We cannot wait to kick off our sixth annual race! To register, visit https://spr.ly/6186JJ8qa.