St. Luke's Hospital is a rural hospital in Polk County consisting of 11 locations across Columbus and Saluda. Opening in 1929, with a combined staff of 10 individuals, the team at the the nonprofit, community-owned hospital now consists of about 300 healthcare professionals. 

In April 2024, Josh Gossett, RN, BSN, was named Director of the Emergency Department, and Jan Blanchette, RN, MSN, was named Director of Acute Care. Both individuals align with St. Luke's mission to provide world-class healthcare in a rural setting.