Governing Board of Trustees and Leadership
The Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer, and staff of Regional Medical Center strive to uphold the quality patient care provided, always reflecting upon the missions Regional Medical Center have developed.
Chairperson
Bev Preussner, RN, MSN
Serving Since 2008
Beverly started her career at Regional Medical Center in 1957, following her graduation from St. Luke’s School of Nursing in Cedar Rapids, where she received her RN. She continued her education, receiving her BSN in 1983, and her MSN in 1991. Beverly worked in the nursing profession for 32 years.
Serving on the Governing Board of Trustees continues her experience in the healthcare field at a different level. Beverly is very interested in the growth of Regional Medical Center and the quality of care that is provided to our patients; the future is very exciting. With the aging population, services available at our hospital are more important than ever.
Beverly is a member of St. John’s Lutheran Church in Dundee. She is a member of the Delaware County Board of Health and the Regional Medical Center Auxiliary. In addition, Beverly is a volunteer for Hospice of Comfort.
Beverly and her husband, Don, together have five children and 10 grandchildren. She enjoys walking, reading, traveling, and spending time with her family.
Vice-Chairperson
Steve Palmer
Serving Since 2004
As the owner of his own business, and an active member of the Manchester retail community, Steve brings his business experience to the table to help with the future growth of the hospital.
He accepted a position on the board because “I think Regional Medical Center is a quality institution and I want to do all I can for Regional Medical Center”. Steve is enthusiastic about the past and forthcoming changes taking place at Regional Medical Center, and believes the hospital is a great asset to our communities.
Having grown up in Manchester, Steve graduated from West Delaware County Community School and attended Kirkwood Community College. He is the owner of Palmer Hardware and Rental, a family business that has been in Manchester since 1952.
With a belief it is important to give back to the community, Steve is a member of, and Past President of the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce. He is also a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church, the Downtown Design Committee, West Delaware Booster Club and a past member of the Lions Club.
Steve and his wife, Anita, are the parents of two children, Luke and Kasey. He enjoys being with his family, attending his kids’ activities and coaching youth basketball. This leaves little time for his favorite pastime of fishing.
Secretary
Joseph Keith
Serving Since 2001
Joe gladly accepted the challenge of being a member of the Regional Medical Center Board of Trustees. “I wanted to be part of the continuation of growth and services of Regional Medical Center. I want to ensure we have an up-to-date and well staffed facility for the area,” commented Joe.
He is very interested in maintaining good working conditions and quality staff at the hospital. Joe is pleased with Regional Medical Center’s continual growth, allowing the hospital to provide those services vital to our communities.
Joe is a life long resident of Delaware County. He graduated from Delhi High School and Upper Iowa University. Joe is retired after teaching 7th grade students for 39 years at West Delaware School. He still enjoys coaching the 7th grade boy’s basketball team.
His community involvement includes the Delhi United Methodist Church, Delhi Township Trustee and serves on the Evergreen Cemetery Board.
Raising beef cattle keeps Joe busy when he is not following the local high sports teams, or cheering for the Washington Nationals, Washington Redskins, or the Oral Roberts University Golden Eagles.
Treasurer
Suzanne Britt
Serving Since 2002
Suzanne brings years of experience as a lifetime resident and employee in the community. She accepted the invitation to be a board member because she feels we must maintain the reputation that “we care about your health”. The hospital is an integral part of the community and by joining the board, Suzanne wants to help maintain its fine reputation while also helping to oversee its continued growth.
She wants Regional Medical Center to continue providing the very best healthcare possible and show all patients that we care about their welfare. Maintaining specialist services, positive public relations, patient satisfaction, and growth in areas of need, are vital issues to her.
Suzanne is retired, after working 32 years as an accountant, with the West Delaware County Community School District. She also served as City Clerk of Ryan for 10 years.
Being a member of the HUD Development Board for the City of Ryan, and the Cares and Concerns Committee at St. Patrick’s Church in Ryan, are other ways Suzanne gives back to her community. She also volunteers at the Good Neighbor Home and various activities at her church. As part of a Master Gardening project, she also donates hours to the upkeep of the city park in Ryan.
Some of her pastimes include traveling, reading, walking, gardening, as well as being a member of the Book Hour Club, and the Grannies Group.
Suzanne and her husband, Robert, have four children and four grandchildren.
Member
Kathy Waterman
Serving Since 2001
Having been involved with Regional Medical Center since 1969, first as an employee, and then as an Auxiliary volunteer, Kathy felt she could contribute as a board member to the success of the hospital in delivering needed medical services to the area. Kathy is interested in the services the hospital provides to the community with a personal interest in home health care, mental health and patients with Alzheimer’s.
Kathy grew up in the Greeley area and attended the Edgewood-Colesburg Consolidated School. She worked in the healthcare industry from 1965 until 1970, in area nursing homes and Regional Medical Center. Following her healthcare career, Kathy became a stay at home mom, and active in her children’s activities and volunteer work.
Community involvement for Kathy includes the Manchester United Methodist Church, Christian Women’s Club, Regional Medical Center Auxiliary, American Red Cross, Second Helpings and Clothes Closet.
Kathy and her husband, Randy, have two children, Kimberly and Christopher, and three granddaughters, Sarah, Nicole, and Nace.
In her spare time, Kathy likes decorating, collecting antiques, identifying wild flowers, bird watching, and shopping with her girls.
Member
Kay Harris
Serving Since 2003
As an active member of her community and a long-time resident of Delaware County, it was easy for Kay Harris to say yes to fill an unexpired term on the hospital board. Her largest surprise was how much is taken for granted, she never realized what all is involved in operating a hospital until being on the board.
Our community depends on our doctors and the hospital for their healthcare needs. Kay wants to ensure those expectations are met.
Kay has served as the Secretary/Treasurer of the family business Harris Electrical, Inc. for the past 45 years. Her active community life includes serving her 20th year as a member of the Maquoketa Valley School Board, as well as 20 years on the Hopkinton HOPE committee, coordinating the food pantry in Hopkinton, and working with her daughter taking care of Operation Christmas. In addition, Kay has been a member of Monticello Camp Fire for 44 years and also serves on the Camp Fire Board. She is involved in her church serving as President of the United Methodist Women, is on the Mission Council, and is the Secretary/Treasurer of the Miriam Circle.
Kay recently joined the Greater Delaware County Foundation. In addition, she serves on the Backbone Area Counseling Center Advisory Board and is a member of the Regional Medical Center Auxiliary and the Delaware County Historical Society.
Kay and her husband, Richard, have three children, seven grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. Kay enjoys her family and watching them in their activities at Maquoketa Valley School, Camp Fire, Boy Scouts, and Little League. Kay says “There is never a dull moment in a busy life.”
Member
Chris Tegeler
Serving Since 2008
Having lived in this community for most of her life and raising three children, Chris knows the importance of quality healthcare, and believes many take for granted what is offered to residents of our communities.
Chris has worked at First State Bank for 36 years, providing the opportunity to be in contact with many individuals. In addition, she has been involved with the Manchester Area Chamber of Commerce, Rotary, Delaware County Bankers, City of Manchester, St. Mary’s Rosary Society, and the Manchester Golf Club.
As a community, Chris believes we must look towards the future, and focus on aspects that will allow for continued growth and improvement, to attract new businesses and families to our communities.
The healthcare industry is rapidly changing and advancing. Chris is honored to be a member of the Regional Medical Center Governing Board of Trustees.
In her spare time, Chris enjoys spending time with her children: Mark, Jill, Jennifer, Michelle, and Jason, as well as her grandchildren Jackson and Alyssa, and many additional family members and friends. She enjoys reading, working in her “Friendship Garden,” walking, bike riding, golfing, and watching the birds and wildlife in her back yard.
Chief Executive Officer
