Osawatomie State Hospital

11/01/2025

Our Five-Year Halloween Extravaganza Celebration.

10/30/2025

Our greenhouses- doing a few minor repairs getting ready for the cold air to set in.

10/28/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring a Safety & Security Officer Supervisor! 🚨
Are you the kind of person who notices EVERYTHING—like who parked slightly crooked or when someone touched the thermostat? Do you walk into a room and immediately find the exits… for fun? Then we want YOU!

🛡️ What You’ll Do:

Lead a team of everyday heroes

Keep our campus safe, secure, and running smoothly

Respond to situations like a pro (cape optional, confidence required)

Make an impact every single day

✨ Why You’ll Love It:

Be the go-to guardian of the hospital

Work with an amazing team who has your back

Make meaningful contributions to staff and patient safety

Grow your leadership skills in a unique and rewarding environment

If you have strong leadership skills, great communication, and a passion for safety—we want to hear from you!

🔍 Apply today & take your career to the next level—because heroes aren’t born… they’re hired! 💥

State of Kansas Careers Portal

10/24/2025

Come join us on November 8th for State Hospital Day! Open to the public to come spend the day and enjoy all the fun. We have updated a memorial hallway that is a must see with historical artifacts. Mark your calendars to attend and celebrate the hospitals 159th year!

10/24/2025

Barbwire Barbecue Food Truck is here on our campus today from 11am-2pm in Administration parking lot. All are welcome.

10/22/2025

Support Tri-ko with this fundraiser for their clients.

Completed order forms & payment due by Nov. 14th ! 🥮

10/21/2025

🧼🦠 Happy Infection Prevention Week from Osawatomie State Hospital and AAC! 🏥✨

This week, we celebrate our amazing infection prevention teams who work tirelessly to keep our patients, staff, and community safe and healthy. Your dedication, vigilance, and commitment to best practices help stop the spread and save lives every day.

Thank you for all you do — you're the frontline of defense! 💪💙

10/20/2025

🎉 Happy National Health Care Facilities and Engineering Week! 🏥🔧
This week, we celebrate the behind-the-scenes heroes who keep our healthcare environments safe, functional, and resilient — our incredible facilities and engineering teams! From maintaining critical systems to ensuring patient safety and comfort, your work makes a difference every single day.

Thank you for all that you do! 💙

10/16/2025

Mark your calendars and join us for State Hospital Day! Lots of fun things to see and do!

10/14/2025

The Melt Food Truck will be on grounds today! Stop by and enjoy some great food! 11am to 2pm Today! Look forward to seeing you!

10/13/2025

🎉🏃‍♂️ Join us for the Osawatomie State Hospital 5K and help kick off State Hospital Day on November 8th!

Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, it's a great way to celebrate history, community, and good times. 🏁

After the 5K, stick around for a full day of fun:
🕰️ Historical Artifacts on display
🚶‍♀️ Walking Tours of our beautiful and historic grounds
🌮 And yes… the TACO TRUCK will be here serving up your favorites!

Bring your friends, bring your family, and come see what makes Osawatomie State Hospital such a special part of Kansas history.

📅 November 8th – Don’t miss it!
The link for the 5K registration: https://runsignup.com/race/KS/Osawatomie/runthehill5k

10/10/2025

💚 Mental Health Matters 💚

You never know what someone is going through behind the scenes. Mental health struggles can be silent, heavy, and isolating—but no one has to face them alone.

If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, emotional distress, or thoughts of su***de, help is just three digits away: 988.

📞 Call or text 988 to connect with a trained crisis counselor—available 24/7, free and confidential.

Let’s break the stigma. Let’s talk about mental health. Let’s support each other.

You are not alone. 💚