Ms. Givens, administrator of Adventist Health Howard Memorial, oversees the hospital’s operations with a focus on patient-centered care and community engagement. Under her leadership, the critical access hospital has achieved Planetree Certification, a prestigious recognition for excellence in quality care, patient safety and low readmission rates, making it one of the few hospitals in the U.S. with this distinction. She has been a strong advocate for Howard Memorial’s medication-assisted treatment program, which addresses opioid use disorder and benefits a county of over 90,000 residents. Additionally, Ms. Givens and her team have implemented initiatives such as bar code medication administration and fall prevention measures, enhancing patient safety and care standards across the hospital. Ms. Givens also plays an active role in her community, serving on the Chamber of Commerce board and participating in local organizations like the Rotary Club of Willits.
