Jenna Bedwell, MSN, RN, NE-BC, serves as the Chief Nursing Officer at Daviess Community Hospital. A Washington native and 2016 graduate of Washington High School, Jenna was born at DCH and has deep roots in the community.
She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Southern Indiana in 2020 and her Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Management from Western Governors University in 2021. In addition, Jenna has achieved board certification as a Nurse Executive (NE-BC) through the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), reflecting her advanced expertise in nursing leadership and healthcare operations.
Before joining DCH, Jenna worked as a Critical Care Registered Nurse at Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center. She later served DCH as Practice Administrator, overseeing all primary care clinics, the pediatric clinic, and Quick Care.
Jenna’s dedication to patient care and community engagement extends beyond the hospital. She has coached youth basketball and soccer locally and is married to Jake Bedwell. They have a son, Myles, and remain active supporters of local initiatives, including Jake’s Lawn Care Service, LLC.
In 2024, Jenna was recognized by Custom Learning Systems as a Motivating Administrator, honoring her leadership, innovation, and commitment to healthcare excellence.