board of trustees
Our Mission is to Serve
The mission of Jefferson County Health Center, governed by a 7-member board, is to oversee the health care needs of its public by making available high quality services in quantity consistent with economic and regulatory considerations. To improve delivery, organization and management of health care services, the Jefferson County Health Center will:
- Develop and provide services to the public, which enhance efficiency in the provision of health care;
- Develop and implement educational programs for the public and hospital related personnel; and
- Represent the community in health care matters.
Trustee Bob Keller honored with the Excellence in Governance Award by the Iowa Hospital Association.

"Bob's hard work and dedication have provided immeasurable support to the hospital's mission, vision and values. His strong sense of commitment is evidenced by the countless hours he spends working on behalf of the hospital, it's staff and the community. But above everything else, Bob is a man of character and personal integrity who exemplifies the qualities of leadership, diplomacy and strategic thinking we all desire among our board members." - Deb Cardin, CEO.
April 2013 Trustees receiving Iowa Hospital Association's Governance Course Completion.

Pictured (L) Bob Keller, Trustee; Deb Cardin, CEO; Rene Rebling, Board President
Other Trustees who completed the course were
Tom Kunkle and Merlin Miller.
Merlin Miller | Chair
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Appointment/Election Date: 2007
Expiration of Term: 2020
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Miller & Son Farms
- Southeast Iowa Diesel Services, Co-Owner
- Iowa Soybean Association Member
- Iowa Corn Growers Association Member
- Iowa Pork Producers Member
- Bible Missionary Church Member
GREG HANSHAW, VICE CHAIR

Appointment/Election Date: January 2012
Expiration of Term: 2022
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Community 1st Credit Union, CEO
- 34th Army Band Member for 31 years
- Fairfield Municipal Band Member
- First Baptist Church Member
Joneane Parker | Secretary/Treasurer

Appointment/Election Date: January 2016
Expiration of Term: 2020
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- JCHC Clinical Services, Past Director for 44 years
- JCHC Foundation
- Chamber of Commerce Board
- Fairfield Golf/Country Club House Chair
- Libertyville 175th Celebration Committee
- Fairfield Arts/Convention Center Coming Home Concert, Refreshment Chair
- Fairfield Rotary Auction Contributor
- Food & Wine Show, Dessert Chair
- Pella Tulip Time Volunteer
Julie Greeson

Appointment/Election Date: January 2011
Expiration of Term: 2020
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Flair, Owner
- Chamber Retail/Restaurant Manager Working Group Member
- Beautification Commission Volunteer
- Jefferson County Ambulance Board Member
Trent Hammes

Appointment/Election Date: December 2017
Expiration of Term: December 2022
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Engineer, Dexter Laundry
- Parish member, St. Mary's Catholic Church
- Member, Knights of Columbus
- Libertyville Fire/Rescue Volunteer
BOB KELLER

Appointment/Election Date: January 1993
Served as Chairman of the Board: 2005 - 2012
Expiration of Term: 2022
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Awarded Iowa Hospital Association "Excellence in Governance Award"
in October 2013 for his hard work and dedication on the JCHC Board of Trustees
- Bob’s Automotive, President
- Elks Lodge Member
- First Baptist Church Member
- Fairfield Lions, Past President
Renee Rebling

Appointment/Election Date: 2009
Expiration of Term: 2022
IHA Hospital Board Certification
Other community involvement:
- Word of Life Church Office Volunteer
- Word of Life Church Member
- Community 1st Credit Union, Business Development
- Jefferson County Hospital Auxiliary
Board Meeting Minutes
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