Courtney O’Neill, a longtime Nantucket resident and veteran of Nantucket Cottage Hospital, has been named executive director of the Nantucket Cottage Hospital Foundation by President and CEO Dr. Margot Hartmann.

O’Neill, who began her career at NCH in 2007, has worked her way up through the organization and worn nearly every hat within the Foundation, including her most recent role as associate director. As executive director, O’Neill will manage the operations of the hospital’s development office, including community outreach, fundraising, and events, such as the annual Boston Pops on Nantucket concert.

Every year the Nantucket Cottage Hospital Foundation generates more than $4 million for the hospital through The NCH Fund, the annual fundraising appeal, as well as events like the Pops. These funds bridge the gap between the hospital’s operating expenses and revenue, and allow for strategic investments in programs and services to improve patient care.

“Courtney’s dedication and commitment to the Hospital and its mission is unquestioned, as reflected in the high regard of her colleagues,” Hartmann said. “Under her leadership, I know the Foundation will continue to flourish and support the Hospital in new and extraordinary ways.”

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The Nantucket Cottage Hospital family is deeply saddened by the loss of Robin Harvey.

Robin had an unforgettable spirit, and she gave so much of herself to the island. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, business-owner and community volunteer who shared her time and talents with Nantucket Cottage Hospital in many ways. We join the rest of Nantucket in mourning her passing, and our thoughts are with the Harvey family.

Listen to Nantucket Cottage Hospital’s public information officer Jason Graziadei run down the latest hospital news with ACK-FM host D.C. Collins

Nantucket Cottage Hospital (NCH) announced today that it has been accredited by The Joint Commission, the non-profit organization that accredits and certifies health care organizations in the United States, by demonstrating continuous compliance with its performance standards.

NCH earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Hospital Accreditation, a symbol of quality that reflects the hospital’s commitment to providing safe and effective patient care.

The Joint Commission conducted a rigorous unannounced on-site survey of Nantucket Cottage Hospital in late August 2014, when a team of surveyors evaluated compliance with hospital standards for emergency management, environment of care, infection control, medication management, and other areas. Surveyors also conducted on-site observations and interviews with NCH staff members.

“To be accredited by The Joint Commission is a significant accomplishment and demonstrates a commitment to excellence across all our departments,” said NCH President and CEO Dr. Margot Hartmann. “We earned The Joint Commission certification in spite of the aging condition of our 1957 building, making this achievement even more remarkable. The island community can be proud of its medical professionals who made this happen, and can truly have confidence in coming to NCH for their care.”

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