A group of cheerful leprechauns spread some love for healthcare workers on St. Patrick’s Day, May 17. (Jennifer Smith - Morning Star)

A group of cheerful leprechauns spread some love for healthcare workers on St. Patrick’s Day, May 17. (Jennifer Smith - Morning Star)

St. Patrick’s Day surprise greets Vernon hospital staff

Leprechauns share love for healthcare workers at shift change

Hospital workers were treated to a golden welcome to work Thursday.

Half a dozen leprechauns spread some love for staff during the morning shift change at Vernon Jubilee Hospital for St. Patrick’s Day.

The group of residents wearing green velvet hats and shamrock headbands waved signs of thanks and encouragement as healthcare workers and support staff came and went.

READ MORE: QUIZ: How much do you know about St. Patrick’s Day?

READ MORE: Poetic appreciation for Vernon healthcare

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