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Posted: September 30th, 2025
Natchitoches Regional Medical Center Named to Becker’s “Top Hospitals for Nurse Communication” List
Natchitoches, LA — September 30, 2025 — Natchitoches Regional Medical Center (NRMC) is proud to announce its inclusion in Becker’s Hospital Review’s “529 Top Hospitals for Nurse Communication” list, which highlights hospitals nationwide that earned a 5-star rating in nurse communication. This honor places NRMC among the top 10 percent of hospitals nationwide to earn this distinction.
This recognition is based on results from the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey, specifically measuring how well nurses communicate with patients. Hospitals on the list earned the top rating for clearly explaining information, listening carefully, and treating patients with courtesy and respect. Data for the ranking reflects patient experience surveys collected between October 2023 and September 2024.
“We are honored to receive this recognition from Becker’s,” said Sarah LaCour, Chief Nursing Officer at NRMC. “Nurse communication is at the heart of safe, compassionate, patient-centered care. Our nursing team consistently goes above and beyond to ensure every patient feels heard, respected, and supported.”
Kirk Soileau, CEO of NRMC, added, “This honor is a testament to the extraordinary dedication of our nurses and the entire healthcare team. Clear, respectful communication builds trust and strengthens the patient experience, and I could not be more proud of the way our team embodies these values each day.”
This recognition reinforces NRMC’s commitment to excellence in communication, safety, and patient-centered care for patients and families throughout the region.
The full list of all hospitals to receive this recognition can be found at:
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ABOUT NATCHITOCHES REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER
One of the largest rural health systems in Louisiana, Natchitoches Regional Medical Center provides access to care for more than 100,000 patients in the 5-parish region. The 216-bed healthcare system has over 1,000 Associates and more than 100 active and consulting physicians on its medical staff. The system is comprised of the 96-bed acute care facility and is home to the NRMC EMS services and training center; NRMC Cancer Center with medical oncology, hematology, and radiation oncology; a nationally acclaimed award-winning Wound Center; NSU Sports Medicine; Breast Center; Behavioral Health Services in partnership with Compass Health; Ambulatory Treatment Center; the Courtyard of Natchitoches, a skilled long-term care facility; Pain Institute; retail pharmacy; Sleep Center; NRMC Imaging Center; and the NRMC network of clinics including Regional Cardiology; OB/GYN Associates; Walk-in and Primary Care; Pulmonology Associates; Urology Associates; Orthopedic Associates; General Surgery Associates; Medicine Associates; and North Natchitoches Medical Clinic. The NRMC Foundation helps support the hospital’s mission through its generous donors and signature events including the annual gala, golf tournament, TappedTober, and Steel Magnolia Run.
About Becker’s Hospital Review
Becker’s Hospital Review is a leading healthcare industry publication that produces news, analysis, and rankings based on public data and industry trends. The “Top Hospitals for Nurse Communication” list draws from publicly available HCAHPS survey data to identify hospitals that excel in patient communication.