Beaufort Memorial honors employees for years of service

rvice during its annual Employee Service Awards ceremony Oct. 1.
The honorees included 87 employees marking five years of service, 53 celebrating 10 years, 19 reaching 15 years, 19 marking 20 years, 14 celebrating 25 years and eight reaching 30 years.
Sharon Shupe, director of cardiovascular and pulmonary services, was recognized for 35 years of service, the longest tenure among this year’s honorees.

Beaufort Memorial President and CEO Russell Baxley, who also celebrated his 10-year anniversary with the organization, praised the employees for their contributions to patient care in Beaufort, Jasper and Hampton counties.

“These employees represent the very best of Beaufort Memorial,” Baxley said. “New facilities and technologies help us grow, but it’s our people who make this organization truly special. The commitment and compassion demonstrated by these team members have helped shape both Beaufort Memorial and the health of our community.”

Baxley also noted the significance of employees remaining with one organization for decades.

“In today’s world, celebrating 10, 20 or even 35 years with a single organization is remarkable,” he said. “We are proud to recognize the employees who have dedicated so many years of their lives to caring for patients, supporting this team and making a difference in our community.”