January 13, 2026 | Team Tuesday – Ruby Keith
Ruby has been part of the Nutrition Services team at HCH for 16 years! Ruby is a lead grill cook and she serves our customers (hospital staff and visitors) by preparing grilled and made-to-order meals. Ruby holds an associates in pastry and is working towards an associates in food entrepreneurship.
Ruby’s favorite part of her career is cooking and seeing her customers on a daily basis enjoying their favorite foods, just the way they like them!
What does Ruby love most about OUR community?
One thing I love about the community is how someone is always there to help those in need.
Ruby does plenty of helping herself. She volunteers at her church in the kids’ ministry and guest services. Ruby is a kitchen rep on the Chrysalis board. She also has a cottage baker in her home and donates items to various organizations.
Fun fact about Ruby, she loves M&Ms and collects M&M characters and dispensers!
January 6, 2026 | Team Tuesday – Jacob Metcalf
Jacob has been a Paramedic with Harrison County Hospital EMS for four years, and has recently been named the new Mobile Integrated Health Clinician. Jacob’s favorite part of his career is making connections with patients and helping them during their worst time.
Jacob is also a career firefighter at New Albany Fire Department. He’s been in public safety since he was 18 years old. He has also run a full marathon (26.2 miles!) at the track at the Harrison County Fairgrounds!
What does Jacob love most about our community?
The close-knit community feeling that everyone shares across the county.
Jacob – Thank you for your dedication and the care you put into your work!