HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital

This month, we celebrated two of our RN’s who received their Medical Surgical Nurse Board Certification. This important certification is awarded after a competency-based examination given by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). The exam, provided after RN licensure, assesses clinical knowledge and skills of registered nurses in the medical-surgical specialty. Once the eligibility requirements are completed for the exam, and the exam is passed, nurses are awarded the credential: Medical Surgical Nurse – Board Certified (MEDSURG-BC™). Nurses are the heart of HCA Healthcare and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital. We continually implement and offer resources, development and education to support nurses in their critical work of caring for our patients. Congratulations to our outstanding 3 East Nursing Team! #HealthcareHeroes #HCAHealthcare

We know surgery is not an easy decision to make, which is why our team of specialists is here for you every step of the way. At HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, a part of HCA Florida Healthcare, our surgical program is dedicated to improving your quality of life. Our surgeons, specialists, nurses and team members work together to deliver high-quality compassionate care. We're focused on keeping you comfortable and safe — from pre-admission to recovery. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gye-SgZH #HealthierTomorrows

It can be dangerous in the summer heat, with temperatures that feel like triple digits. Below are a few precautions you can take to stay safe and keep cool: Hydrate Regularly - Drink plenty of water throughout the day. Avoid sugary or alcoholic drinks that can dehydrate you. Dress Smart - Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing to help your body stay cool. Limit Outdoor Activities - If possible, stay indoors during peak heat hours (10 AM - 4 PM). If you need to be outside, take frequent breaks in the shade. Use Sunscreen - Protect your skin from harmful UV rays with a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least SPF 30. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, such as dizziness, nausea, headache, faintness, and muscle cramps. Heat-related illnesses can be fatal if not treated quickly. If you or somebody you know are experiencing the symptoms of heat stroke, seek emergency care right away. https://bit.ly/4cHqC1U #HCAFloridaHealthcare #HealthierTomorrows

HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital is proud to be a part of HCA Healthcare, which has been named a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” by Disability:IN, the global business disability inclusion network to collectively advance the inclusion of people with disabilities, and the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the nation’s largest disability rights organization. For the third consecutive year, HCA Healthcare has earned a top score of 100 on the 2024 Disability Equality Index® (DEI) for our commitment to workplace inclusion. The 2024 DEI measured organizations for their disability inclusion efforts in categories including culture and leadership, enterprise-wide access, employment practices, community engagement, supplier diversity and responsible procurement. Learn more about how HCA Healthcare is fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for our colleagues: https://bit.ly/3Y94Pvz. #UnlockPossibilities #DisabilityEqualityIndex #BestPlaceToWork24

The Pinellas Market of HCA Florida Healthcare is is proud to announce that Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Regan Newman and Paramedic Lauren Brennan from Sunstar Paramedics have been nominated for the prestigious HCA All-Star Award. Each quarter, the four HCA Florida hospitals in Pinellas County - HCA Florida Largo Hospital, HCA Florida Northside Hospital, HCA Florida Pasadena Hospital, and HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital - recognize emergency medical services (EMS) professionals who go above and beyond to serve their community. https://bit.ly/3Y5Vzs2 #HCACares #HealthcareHeroes

This month the HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital team spent time on Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) drills -- for newborns needing life safety treatments. The NRP course conveys an evidence-based approach to care of newborns at birth and facilitates effective team-based care for our healthcare professionals who care for newborns at the time of delivery. At HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, we're always learning so we can provide the best possible care to our patients. #CareLikeFamily #HCABabies

Ready to make a splash this summer? If you’re an avid swimmer, you’re boosting your health in more ways than one! Find out how swimming helps your physical and mental health, and get water safety tips for all swimmers, from beginners to pros: https://bit.ly/3WoqSNJ #HealthierTomorrows #Swimming

Congratulations to Dr. Nick Boraggina, our HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital Physician of the Month! Said Dr. Boraggina's patient nominator: "Dr. Boraggina was very professional, very nice to talk to, very personal. I had a piece of glass in my left heel, and my podiatrist couldn't find it after two visits. Dr. Boraggina numbed it up and found it right away. He showed it to me! He is an asset to the hospital. I made a special trip back to St. Petersburg Hospital two days after my visit to make sure to fill out this comment card." Congratulations, Dr. Boraggina. And thank you for all you do for the patients of HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital. #HCACares #HealthcareHeroes

This month, HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital announced that CEO Brent Burish will serve as Chair of the March of Dimes Signature Chefs: Feeding Motherhood Gala. The goal of the event chair is to support coordination and planning for the event through advocacy and mission-supporting fundraising, and to serve as the chief spokesperson for the event. Said Brittany Rendón, Executive Director, Market Impact for the March of Dimes Western Coastal Florida Market, “We are thrilled to have Brent serve as Chair for the Signature Chefs: Feeding Motherhood Gala. I know that Brent, and everyone at HCA West Florida Division remains dedicated to the March of Dimes mission. My thanks to Brent for his leadership and dedication to the mothers and babies we serve.” The Signature Chefs: Feeding Motherhood Gala will be held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM Signature Chefs: Feeding Motherhood event include pays tribute to the culinary excellence of local chefs and caterers in communities nationwide while raising funds to give every baby a healthy start. Guests will enjoy delicious samplings from acclaimed chefs across Tampa Bay while raising funds for the March of Dimes, including silent auctions. HCA Healthcare has a long-standing partnership with March of Dimes. The HCA Healthcare partnership includes support of the March of Dimes mission through local hospital participation in March for Babies, as well as funding for collaborative initiatives aimed at improving maternal health outcomes. Through the years, HCA Healthcare — one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, with 182 hospitals and 2,300 sites of care — has supported March of Dimes through sponsorship and fundraising efforts. Delivering over 200,000 babies annually, HCA Healthcare is uniquely positioned to impact the health of women and their families. Today, HCA Healthcare and March of Dimes enjoy a national partnership. Learn more about the event: https://bit.ly/4f1eEBF #HCACares #PositiveImpact

Congratulations to Angela DeParis, Registrar, our St. Petersburg Hospital Colleague of the Month! Said Angela’s nominator: "Angela's is often the first face a patient sees if they come through the front door. She is always kind, friendly, attentive, and epitomizes our mission statement. She walks patients and family to same day or to diagnostics, relieves their anxiety, and has conversation with them like they are her friends and neighbors. She gets verbal call-outs from patients on a daily basis saying how she made them feel welcomed and relaxed. She is the type of person you want to be making a first impression. She also is great at her job, keeps other departments up to date and is a superstar all around. " Thank you for all you do on behalf of our patients and for St. Petersburg Hospital, Angela. Congratulations! #WeAreHCAFloridaFamily #HCACares