Wayne General Hospital

08/14/2025

🎉 Win a FREE Breast Pump! 🎉

Join us for Feeding Foundations: Breastfeeding Support & Education on Thursday, August 21 at 5:30 PM in the WGH Wellness Center for your chance to win!

Every attendee is automatically entered — just show up! 💗

A big thank you to Motif Medical for donating this breast pump.

⚠️ Be aware of scammers! We would never ask for your credit card to claim this prize. This giveaway is 100% free, and the winner will be announced in person at the event.

08/07/2025

It’s not every summer that we get to welcome a mother and daughter as students on our campus—but this year, we did! We were proud to have Benjee Rigney and her daughter Emily Rigney spend their summer learning and growing right here at Wayne General.

Benjee has been a devoted part of the Wayne General family for 27 years, serving in multiple departments and currently working in our ICU. This spring, she returned in a new role—as a student in the Family Nurse Practitioner program at the University of Southern Mississippi. Under the guidance of Courtney Adkins, Director of Hospital Medicine, Benjee reignited her passion for growth and hands-on learning.

She also had the opportunity to work with Peyton Rogers, FNP, during the summer semester at Mississippi Family Medicine, where she discovered a love for the clinic setting—treating entire families and building lasting, meaningful relationships with patients.

Emily, a second-year medical student at the University of Mississippi Medical Center, also joined us—working closely with Dr. Carpenter. Inspired from a young age by watching her mom care for patients and their grandparents, Emily developed a strong passion for medicine. After working as an ER tech and shadowing providers, she developed a strong interest in primary care in rural communities and hopes to one day give back to the very areas that shaped her.

Both Benjee and Emily expressed their gratitude for the incredible providers they worked alongside and the valuable experiences they gained. Their journey is a beautiful reminder that the call to care can span generations—and that it’s never too early or too late to follow your passion. 🏥❤

08/06/2025

Our Wayne General School Clinic staff participated in the WCHS Open House, hosting a booth to help parents complete consent forms for students to be seen in the School Clinic. Staff were also present at each county and middle school event to make sure every family had access to this important information.

As a thank-you, we held a drawing for a $25 Walmart gift card for those who turned in their forms that night. Congratulations to Aleitha Gordon, our lucky winner announced Friday morning!

This was a great opportunity to connect with our community, and we’re wishing all students, faculty, and families a safe and healthy school year ahead.

Reminder: Our School Clinic is open to everyone—not just students and faculty!
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08/05/2025

Join Us for an Upcoming Diabetes Education Event!

Topic: Diabetes – Healthy and Happy Living
📅 Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Wellness and Education Center, Wayne General Hospital
🎤 Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Shelley Brand, DPM, FACFAS

We're excited to introduce our new podiatrist, Dr. Shelley Brand, who will be sharing valuable insights on living well with diabetes. It’s a great chance to hear from her, ask questions, and connect.

This event is open to all individuals and families living with diabetes. Let’s take steps toward a healthier tomorrow—together!

08/04/2025

Join us in welcoming Dr. Caitlyn Brett to the Wayne General team!
Today marks Dr. Brett’s first day at the Waynesboro Family Medicine & Obstetrics Clinic, and we’re excited to have her on board.

A proud Waynesboro native, Dr. Brett earned her bachelor’s degree in Biology from Mississippi College, followed by a master’s in Biomedical Science and a Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from William Carey University. She completed her residency at the University of Mississippi Medical Center.

With both of her parents working in healthcare, Dr. Brett grew up surrounded by medicine and developed a passion for helping others from an early age.

Dr. Brett is available for all primary care needs, including sick visits and wellness visits, for patients of all ages. As a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), she brings a whole-body approach to care with specialized training in the musculoskeletal system. She incorporates osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)—a hands-on technique used to treat chronic pain, assist with injury recovery, and manage a range of conditions in both children and adults.

This approach can be especially beneficial for patients with chronic conditions, athletes, those recovering from injuries, and even children dealing with issues such as constipation, head or neck tension, or lymphatic concerns. There’s an OMT technique for almost everyone—and Dr. Brett plans to incorporate these into her everyday care to treat the person, not just the disease.

She is happily married and lives in Waynesboro. Dr. Brett will be seeing patients four days a week at Waynesboro Family Medicine & Obstetrics Clinic and looks forward to serving the community for many years to come.

To schedule an appointment, call 601-735-2401.

Let’s give Dr. Brett a warm welcome—we’re lucky to have her back home and caring for our community!

08/02/2025

We extend our sincerest condolences to Dr. Young’s family, loved ones, and all who had the privilege of working alongside him. His work touched countless lives throughout our community.

Dr. Young faithfully served Wayne General Hospital for over 40 years. We are deeply grateful for his decades of dedicated service, the impact he made, and the lasting legacy he leaves behind.

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07/31/2025

Wayne General Hospital is currently seeking a Registered Nurse for a Full-Time Night Shift position in our Emergency Room (6 on / 8 off schedule).

If you're passionate about patient care and looking to join a supportive and experienced team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply in person at our HR department or online at:
waynegeneralhospital.org/about-us/careers

Compensation will be discussed during interviews.
Wayne General Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and proudly supports a diverse, inclusive workplace.

07/30/2025

Back-to-School Health Reminders ✏️📚

Start the school year strong with a visit to our School Clinic—here to keep your child protected and prepared!

✅ TDAP Vaccine – Required for all students entering 7th grade
✅ HPV (Gardasil) & Meningococcal Vaccines – Recommended for this age group (many students receive all 3 at once!)
✅ Kindergarten Vaccines – DTaP & MMRV available for ages 4–6
✅ TB Skin Tests – Available for students who need them for college program requirements

Open to the entire community — You do not have to be a student or staff member to receive care!

07/28/2025

We are currently seeking a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the night shift in our Med/Surg unit, as well as a full-time Patient Care Technician (PCT) for our Emergency Room. If you’re looking to be part of a supportive team with strong leadership, we’d love to hear from you!

For more details and to apply, visit our website: waynegeneralhospital.org/about-us/careers

Compensation will be discussed during the interview process.

Wayne General Hospital is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.