DANNA HAYES, MATERIALS MANAGEMENT DIRECTOR
Materials Management

Danna Hayes is the Materials Management Director and has been with Pershing Health System for 37 years. When asked what she likes best about her position at Pershing, Danna stated, “As the Materials Management Director, I truly enjoy my job. I take pride in working to provide the best products for my coworkers at the best possible price. I enjoy the challenge of staying on budget and finding cost-effective solutions. I also love learning about new products and how they work—it keeps my role both interesting and rewarding.”

Other questions we asked:

Describe one of your heroes?
My heroes are my fellow coworkers. Every single day, they face difficult challenges—whether it’s working through a global pandemic, dealing with short staffing, or pushing forward in the midst of personal or workplace tragedies. Despite it all, they continue to show up with strength, compassion, and resilience. They put smiles on their faces and treat every patient with the respect, dignity, and kindness they deserve. Their dedication and unwavering commitment to caring for others, no matter the circumstances, inspire me daily. They are the quiet heroes among us—doing extraordinary things in the humblest ways.

3 words that people would use to describe you:
Three words people would use to describe me are kind, responsible, and hardworking I strive to treat others with respect, take ownership of my responsibilities, and always put in my best effort. Whether it’s supporting a team or working independently, I do my best to help wherever I can.

What do you like to do in your free time?
I enjoy spending time with my family and always look forward to our vacations. I love exploring new places  Being a mom and a grandmother (Meme) brings me so much joy. I also love my animals and truly enjoy living the peaceful rural lifestyle.

What do you want people to know about PHS?
We may be a small hospital, but we have a big heart. Our team is dedicated, compassionate, and truly cares for every patient like they are family.