Mena Regional Health System

06/03/2026

We're excited to share an important leadership update at Mena Regional Health System.

Please join us in congratulating Paul Ervin on his appointment as Chief Executive Officer/Chief Financial Officer. Since joining MRHS in 2020, Paul has played a key role in guiding our organization and has served as Interim CEO/CFO since January 2026.

Read more about his appointment and vision for the future of healthcare in our community in the article below.

Mena Regional Health System is pleased to announce that Paul Ervin has officially been appointed as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer following a special meeting of the Mena Hospital Commission held on June 3, 2026. Ervin has served as Chief Financial Officer for Mena Regional Heal

06/03/2026

Welcome to the World Wednesday! 👶🩵

Throughout the month of May, we had the honor of helping welcome several precious new babies into the world. Every birth is a special moment, and we are grateful to be a part of these unforgettable memories for growing families across our community.

Today, we're excited to share just a few of the sweet faces we had the privilege of meeting in May. Please join us in congratulating these families on their newest additions!

Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your journey. We wish all of our May babies and their families a lifetime filled with love, happiness, and good health. 💙🩷

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight 🌟

This week, we're proud to spotlight Samantha Ortiz, Point of Care Coordinator in our Laboratory Department!

Samantha's first job was at Sonic Drive-In, and today she plays an important role in helping ensure quality patient care through her work as both a Point of Care Coordinator and Phlebotomist. What she enjoys most about Mena Regional Health System is the positive and supportive environment where everyone works together toward the same goal—helping patients. She values the teamwork, professionalism, and compassion she sees every day and enjoys being part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference.

Outside of work, Samantha enjoys spending time with her husband and children, swimming at the pool and lake, hunting, fishing, reading, and caring for her farm animals. Her bucket list includes seeing the Northern Lights in Alaska one day!

Family is at the center of Samantha's life. She enjoys spending time with Oliviana (21), Nayeli (20), Makien (19), Aryana (18), Averi (17), Isiah (16), Kairah (12), and Kaisyn (9).

If Samantha had to describe herself in five hashtags, they would be:


Thank you, Samantha, for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to serving our patients and community!

05/29/2026

We were honored to attend the 44th Annual Senior Citizens Day in De Queen! It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with so many members of our community, visit with familiar faces, and meet new friends along the way.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello. We always enjoy being part of events that celebrate and support our seniors, and we appreciate the warm welcome. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year! ❤️

05/27/2026

A single tick bite can lead to a serious and potentially life-threatening allergy known as Alpha-Gal Syndrome (AGS).

AGS develops after certain tick bites and can cause allergic reactions after eating red meat or being exposed to products containing alpha-gal — a molecule found in most mammals like cows and pigs, but not in humans. Symptoms can range from mild to severe and may even become life-threatening.

The best protection for you and your family is preventing tick bites by using insect repellent, checking for ticks after spending time outdoors, and wearing protective clothing.

Watch this important video to learn more about Alpha-Gal Syndrome and help spread awareness in our community. 🩺🕷️

05/26/2026

⚾ SAVE THE DATE ⚾

Join us for Survivors Day & Rural Cancer Awareness Event as we celebrate survivors, honor loved ones, and raise awareness for cancer care in rural communities. 💙

This special evening will bring our community together for connection, encouragement, education, and hope — because no one should face cancer alone.

✨ Free PSA and colon cancer screenings will be available during the event.

📍 Ouachita Center – Carver Grand Hall | Mena, AR
📅 June 11, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Let’s come together and help strike out cancer in our community. ⚾🎗️

More details coming soon — so grab your team, mark your calendars, and save the date!

05/22/2026

A big thank you to Select Realty for their generous $200 donation for our Hospital Banquet employee giveaways!

We truly appreciate your support of our staff and helping us make this year’s banquet extra special for our employees. Community partnerships like yours mean so much to us and to those we celebrate each day. Thank you again for your generosity and support of Mena Regional Health System!

05/20/2026

A week ago, we had the opportunity to celebrate Nurses Week and recognize the incredible nurses who care for our patients and community each and every day. 💙

From long shifts to comforting patients and families during difficult moments, our nurses do so much behind the scenes that often goes unnoticed. Their compassion, dedication, knowledge, and heart make a difference every single day at Mena Regional Health System.

We were thankful to spoil our nurses with a few goodies throughout the week as a small token of appreciation for all they do. While one week could never fully express our gratitude, we hope each of our nurses knows how valued and appreciated they truly are.

Thank you to all of our amazing nurses for the care you provide and the lives you touch every day. We are proud to have you as part of the MRHS family. 🩺