Johnna Peyton Named Wright Memorial Hospital’s Employee of the Quarter – Second Quarter 2023

TRENTON, Mo.  — Johnna Peyton, a lead materials associate at Wright Memorial Hospital, was honored as the hospital's Employee of the Quarter for the second quarter of 2023. Paula Littleton, CFO, presented the award to Peyton at a ceremony held in her honor.

The Employee of the Quarter Award recognizes an employee who provides exemplary service, going beyond the call of duty to support fellow employees or to comfort or assist patients and their families.

In her nomination form, Peyton’s co-workers said, “Johnna is very kind and courteous to patients and fellow co-workers. She goes out of her way to greet those she meets in the facility making them feel extremely welcome. She ensures department supplies are stocked to support fellow co-workers in completing tasks more efficiently. Johnna always has a positive attitude and is always willing to help others.”

In recognition of the award, Peyton received an Employee of the Quarter certificate, the parking space of her choice for three months, her photo posted in the hospital, her name engraved on a plaque displayed in the hospital, and recognition in local media.

Photo caption: Deanna Wright receives the Hedrick Medical Center Employee of the Quarter Award for the second quarter of 2023 from Steve Schieber, Chief Executive Officer.


Wright Memorial Hospital is a member of Saint Luke’s Health System, which consists of 14 area hospitals and several primary and specialty care practices, and provides a range of inpatient, outpatient, and home care services. Founded as a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, our mission includes a commitment to the highest levels of excellence in health care and the advancement of medical research and education. The health system is an aligned organization in which the physicians and hospitals assume responsibility for enhancing the physical, mental, and spiritual health of people in the metropolitan Kansas City area and the surrounding region.