About Us
At Rochelle Community Hospital (RCH), caring for our community isn’t just what we do, it’s who we are. From primary and convenient care to specialty services, we bring high-quality healthcare close to home for the people and families we serve. For generations, we’ve been a trusted resource in the region and we’re committed to continuing that care for years to come.
Our Mission
To improve the health of our community by providing high-quality care with competence, excellence, and compassion.
Our Vision
To deliver local, community-based health and wellness services centered on safety, quality, and an exceptional patient experience—while remaining the hospital of choice for patients, providers, and employees.
Leadership
RCH is guided by a dedicated leadership team who are committed to serving our community with integrity and vision.
Karen Tracy, R.N.Chief Executive Officer
815-652-2181 ext. 2480
Lori GuiterrezChief Financial Officer
815-562-2181 ext. 1500
Rhonda Marks, R.N.Chief Nursing Officer
815-562-2181 ext. 2750
Kyle AumanChief Ancillary Officer
815-562-2181 ext. 4162
Denise BauerChief Human Resources Officer
815-562-2181 ext. 2691
Christopher SwartoutChief Operating Officer
815-562-2181 ext. 2673
2025–2026 Board of Trustees
At every level, our focus remains the same: delivering compassionate, high-quality care that puts our patients and our community first.
Brent OhlingerChairman
“It is important that Rochelle Community Hospital continues to be a locally-owned hospital that provides quality care for our community. It serves as an anchor for our local community, supporting the financial wellbeing of our town and investing in public health with local partners.”
Todd PrusatorVice Chair
“Having quality and accessible healthcare is vital to the welfare of everyone and every community, especially for rural communities. Rochelle has been extremely blessed and fortunate to have RCH providing quality healthcare. With the ever and rapidly changing landscape and issues associated with healthcare, it is essential that RCH continues to provide consistency and a level of vested community support for Rochelle and the surrounding area.”
Crystal DyerTreasurer
“I feel that the sustainability and success of the hospital is a vital part of the community because it provides essential health care services, ensures access to critical services, and contributes to our local economy. We have a great hospital with tremendous resources; our community doesn’t have to travel long distances for quality care.”
Noah CarmichaelSecretary
“I feel that the sustainability and success of the hospital is a vital part of the community because it provides essential health care services, ensures access to critical services, and contributes to our local economy. We have a great hospital with tremendous resources; our community doesn’t have to travel long distances for quality care.”
AJ QuerciagrossaOSF Representative
“Rural health care is so critically important to our community. RCH provides key services locally; without them, a person could have significant challenges to their health. It’s important for RCH to build on the investments already made and to continue expanding new services as the community’s needs grow.”
Geri Dee Hayden
“RCH has a great leadership team. They are forward-thinking, and the trustees really care about the overall health and success of the hospital, making sure that our mission aligns with the needs of the people we serve.”
Earl Fleming III
“Our hospital staff and current Board of Trustees are incredible. I want to contribute what I have to offer to support the work they are doing.”
Alexander (AI) Duthie
“Rochelle is blessed to have such a high-quality hospital, and I want to be part of continuing this. Without good health, none of us can enjoy life to the fullest extent. A hospital like RCH ensures this.”
Karen TracyChief Executive Officer
Satish Cullath, M.D.Chief of Medical Staff
Kendall Vogeler, M.D.Chief of Medical Staff Elect
Jason Popp, M.D.Former Chief of Medical Staff
Maria Van HisePresident, Hospital Auxiliary
Renelle CarmichaelCo-President, Hospital Auxiliary
