Judy Oberg retired from Providence Hood River Memorial last week after 50 years of service. More photos are available at columbiagorgenews.com. Contributed photo
Oberg with daughter Stephanie and son Jake at her retirement party on May 15.Contributed phot
HOOD RIVER — On Wednesday, May 15, Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital recognized Judy Oberg’s 50th year working at the hospital and her retirement. Family, friends and coworkers swapped stories about their experiences working with Oberg and enjoyed some refreshments.
“I met a lot of great people, worked with a lot of great people and took care for a lot of great people,” Oberg said.
Judy Oberg talks with family, friends and coworkers at her May 15 retirement party.
Noah Noteboom photo
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital recognized Judy Oberg’s 50th year working at the hospital and her retirement.
Noah Noteboom photo
The celebration was organized by Chief Nursing Officer Carly Elliot, who said it was a special few days as Providence observed National Hospital Week as well as Oberg’s retirement.
“It’s Healthcare Week, this week. So we’ve been having a lot of celebrations and acknowledgments of all of our caregivers, and specifically nursing. And to be able to have Judy’s retirement party this week, too, has been really special for all of us,” Elliot said. National Hospital Week is celebrated across the county every May 12-18.
Oberg started working at Hood River Memorial Hospital after she graduated high school in 1974. She filled many roles, but began as a certified nursing assistant, where she met Jeanie Vieira. The Current Chief Executive Officer at Providence Hood River, Vieira said that Oberg’s personability set her apart.
Judy Oberg retired from Providence Hood River Memorial last week after 50 years of service. More photos are available at columbiagorgenews.com. Contributed photo
Oberg with daughter Stephanie and son Jake at her retirement party on May 15.Contributed phot
“She has always had a special way of making others feel like their needs are a top priority despite what else may be occurring at the time,” Vieira said. “Definitely sees the person, not the patient in her care.” Vieira began working for the hospital in 1980.
Oberg has been a longtime resident in the Gorge and currently lives in The Dalles. She noted that back pains has forced her to stop working, or else she would continue to do what she does best: Help other people. She raised a family and said she is looking forward to spending time with her kids and traveling with her sister.
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