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SDAHO invites MRH&C to Participate in Workforce Recruitment Video Series

Posted 5/29/25 (Thu)

MOBRIDGE, S.D. – Mobridge Regional Hospital and Clinics remains committed to attracting and retaining top-tier talent dedicated to delivering high quality healthcare in a compassionate and professional manner for people throughout our rural area. While recruitment in rural areas presents unique challenges, the hospital views these as opportunities to highlight the resilience and excellence of its team.

Recently, the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) invited Mobridge Regional Hospital and Clinics to participate in a feature spotlighting the accomplishments of staff working in rural healthcare. The hospital was pleased to take part in the initiative. We encourage our community to read the article below and stay tuned for additional updates on the campaign including the accompanying video.

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May 28, 2025

 

South Dakota Health Care Professionals Featured in New Workforce Recruitment Video Campaign

SDAHO Launches “Rural Health Care – Expanding the Workforce Pipeline” Initiative

Sioux Falls, SD – The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) is excited to announce the launch of a new health care workforce recruitment campaign titled “Rural Healthcare – Expanding the Workforce Pipeline.” This initiative is part of a broader workforce development grant designed to assist health care facilities across the state with the recruitment and retention of qualified health care professionals.

The campaign features video stories from real health care workers in rural South Dakota communities, highlighting their job responsibilities, required skills, and unique educational and career paths. The goal is to inspire two key audiences: second-career individuals and high school students considering careers in health care.

Featured Communities and Professionals:

  • Mobridge, SD | Mobridge Regional Hospital and Clinics
    • Melissa Mulloy, RN, BSN, CEN
  • Irene, SD | Sunset Manor
    • Sarah Erickson, Health Information Manager
  • Wakonda, SD | Wakonda Heritage Manor
    • Jennifer Pelowski
  • Hot Springs, SD | Fall River Health Services
    • Autumn Bloom, Nursing Aide
    • Tonya Bloom, RN
    • Kiyana Morton, CNA

Through personal testimonials and on-the-job footage, the campaign sheds light on the vital role health care professionals play in rural settings and encourages more people to join the health care workforce.

Campaign Rollout:
Videos and articles will be released throughout June and July 2025 on SDAHO’s official Workforce Development webpage.

Direct Questions to:
Lindsay Stroman
Workforce Development Manager
Email: Lindsay.Stroman@sdaho.org


About SDAHO:
The South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations is a statewide, non-profit trade association representing hospitals, health systems, nursing homes, home health agencies, and other healthcare providers across South Dakota. SDAHO is committed to advancing healthcare excellence through advocacy, education, and collaboration.

Disclaimer

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $1,150,097 with 0% percentage financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.