Daviess Community Hospital (DCH) stands as a beacon of health and wellness in southwestern Indiana. Serving the region with one 48-bed hospital, six specialty clinics, and seven outpatient clinics, DCH is dedicated to providing top-tier medical care.
Nestled in Washington, Indiana, this not-for-profit health system is one of the area’s largest private employers, boasting a team of more than 620 passionate professionals.
DCH is unwavering in its mission to improving the health of the people of the communities it serves not only by delivering excellent medical care, but also ensuring accessibility, promoting healthy living, and collaborating with local agencies to address community health needs.
As an affiliate of Ascension St. Vincent, DCH is committed to being the healthcare provider of choice, continuously striving for excellence and innovation.
By demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission‘s national standards for health care quality and safety, Daviess Community Hospital has earned the Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval. Founded in 1951, the Joint Commission is dedicated to continuously improving the safety and quality of the nation's health care through voluntary accreditation.
"Above all, the national standards are intended to stimulate continuous, systematic and organization-wide improvement in an organization's performance and the outcomes of care," says Darlene Christiansen, executive director, Hospital Accreditation Program, Joint Commission. "The community should be proud that Daviess Community Hospital is focusing on the most challenging goal -- to continuously raise quality and safety to higher levels."