At Parkridge Health System, we celebrate our incredible colleagues who are making a difference in our hospitals every day, serving with compassion and skill, shining bright as they care for our patients and each other. We're putting the spotlight on these special colleagues, giving you some insight into how they each unlocked their career potential with Parkridge Health System, and why they love what they do.
Who am I?
I have worked at Parkridge Medical Center for a little over five years. I started working during nursing school as a patient care tech (PCT). As a registered nurse, I have been able to experience many different areas of nursing here at Parkridge, such as Orthopedic, ICU, float pool, house supervisor, and most recently nurse management.
What I love most about what I do
Although my role at Parkridge Medical Center has changed frequently, the thing that has stayed the same is the consistent care and support that this healthcare team has provided to its patients. I would not be where I am today without the support of the incredible team that I am surrounded by, and I would not still be in this field if it wasn’t for the incredible patient experiences that I have been blessed enough to be a part of. The thing that I love most about this job is getting to be a part of such an incredible team that never stops working for its patients; it truly does make all the difference.
My care philosophy
There is no room for ego in healthcare. I have adopted this philosophy by watching time and time again the selflessness of the team here at Parkridge. Every day I witness acts of kindness and compassion by both my fellow nurses, and my leaders. I feel that I have found an environment that not only holds me to an incredible standard of care, but continues to push me to be better tomorrow than I was the day before.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
Who am I?
I have been with HCA for 13 years, I started as a Unit Clerk, became an Emergency Room Tech and now I’m and RN.
What I love most about what I do
I love taking care of people and helping them to feel better, I love to put a smile on my patients faces.
My care philosophy
I treat my patients with the same time, dedication and commitment I would invest on those closest to me.
About our team
Parkridge North Emergency Room is a great place to work. We are truly a team here.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
Who am I?
I began my career with HCA as a nurse extern in 2019 with previous LPN experience for 3 years prior.
What I love most about what I do
I love being able to collaborate with all spectrums of the multidisciplinary team to ensure a smooth process of providing the best patient care. Being a part of the leadership team with previous floor experience helps me to empathize and relate with my colleagues, providing a culture that supports their needs in all aspects.
My care philosophy
Nursing is more than just a career; it is a fulfilling role that has been placed upon our lives to demonstrate the compassionate, genuine care of who we are, to be able to deliver quality care to those in the most vulnerable times of their lives.
About our team
The Progressive Care Unit is an intermediate “step-down” unit consisting of 28 beds providing critical care services to patients coming out of the ICU or needs closer monitoring than on a medical floor.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
Who am I?
I started with HCA as a new graduate and completed the Specialty Nurse Accelerated Program (SNAP) with South Austin Medical Center. Early in my career, I became interested in hospital committees and leadership. As I made my way to Chattanooga, Tennessee, I worked in various roles; charge nurse, preceptor, cross-trained to ICU, and became a house supervisor. Later, I completed the Director Development Program (DDP), obtained my M.B.A, and had the opportunity to open two new freestanding emergency rooms.
With our “care like family” mission, I can celebrate the amazing stories that occur and know that I make a difference in someone’s life.
My care philosphy
Always put the patient first and you will always make the best and right decisions. Provide an atmosphere that encourages involvement and growth, and strive to do your very best at all times.
About our team
Parkridge East is a 19-bed ER; Primary Stroke Center, Chest Pain Center, highest patient volume Emergency Room in Chattanooga, TN. In our fast-paced environment, we work hard to maintain the best in door-to-needle times, Emergency Room patient experience, and sepsis outcomes.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
Who am I?
Nursing is a calling for me and I have journeyed through Med/Surg, ICU, house supervisor and director over the last 16 years.
What I love most about what I do?
Nursing challenges me to go above and allows me to advocate for my family and peers in need. My team is my family and we treat our patients as the same.
My care philosophy
A patient should always feel I want to do a task with them rather than feel that it is something to hurry through, regardless of their actions or
behaviors.
About our team
We have 45 beds and care for diverse surgical specialties, as well as general medical, cardiac and stroke patients. We are the primary unit for stroke and COVID in our hospital.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
Who am I?
I started with HCA four-and-a-half years ago to open the outpatient wound clinic. I have
enjoyed watching this program grow and to be a part of its success.
What I love most about what I do
My patient connections are what I love most about my job. With outpatient wound care, we see the same patients each week and truly to get know them like family.
My care philosophy
My care philosophy is that everyone deserves great care and to be treated like they are family, because that is what I would want for my family.
About our team
Wound care sees patients weekly for debridement, treatment of wounds and advanced treatments such as skin substitutes and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
Interesting in joining our nursing team? Click here to apply.
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