Grand Strand Medical Center – HCA

According to the American Heart Association, about 800,000 people in the United States suffer a stroke each year. Quick action is vital for saving lives. We're proud to be part of HCA Healthcare — one of the nation's leading providers of healthcare services with an average door-to-needle time of 33 minutes, faster than the national standard for stroke care. Door-to-needle is the time between a patient's arrival and treatment. Have you heard of B.E. F.A.S.T.? It's a handy acronym for recognizing stroke symptoms and taking action. Watch our video for details. Help spread the word and share this post because every second counts in stroke response! HCA Healthcare and the HCA Healthcare Foundation are proud to be national sponsors of the American Heart Association's Getting to the Heart of Stroke™ — an initiative focused on delivering community and professional education on stroke risk factors, projected through the lens of equitable health for all. Learn about the stroke care at Grand Strand Medical Center: https://lnkd.in/gvvJZXcd #PositiveImpact #StrokeMonth

Happy National Hospital Week! Join us in showing appreciation to our colleagues for going above and beyond to care for our community! Share a comment below about how our team has positively impacted your experience at one of our facilities. We celebrated this week with a beach themed cookout that included fellowship, a DJ, dancing, photo booth, Mister Softee of Horry County, a dunk tank and cornhole games. Our teams also enjoyed pancakes, Pelicans Snoballs Conway 544, treats delivered by our EAG Team and wearing their Hawaiian attire. We are proud to recognize our Grand Strand Health colleagues for continuously showing up with passion and purpose to serve our patients, community and each other. #CareLikeFamily #HospitalWeek #WeShowUp

Jessica, a nurse on our 3 South Unit, was awarded the DAISY Award this week for the outstanding care she provides her patients and their family members at Grand Strand Medical Center! The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors the skillful, compassionate care that nurses provide every day. She received four nominations by three patients and a family member of a patient. Here are some of their comments: 🌼 “Jessica is patient, dedicated, compassionate, open to alternative methods of medical treatment that respects the conscience and dignity of the patient, and most importantly, she’s humble.” 🌼 “She advocates for her patient and is responsive to family as well. She was wonderful with my dad and we enjoyed our interactions.” 🌼 “When I was at my lowest, she was always there to lift my spirits. I loved having Jessica for a nurse. I will miss her!” 🌼 “Jess was an amazing RN. She has such a warm heart and she made me laugh when I was down. She definitely deserves this award.” Jessica, thank you for your commitment to caring for our patients and their families with compassion and empathy. We appreciate you! You can nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award at gsmed.co/DAISYAward

Jessica, a nurse on our 3 South Unit, was awarded the DAISY Award this week for the outstanding care she provides her patients and their family members at Grand Strand Medical Center! The DAISY Award is an international recognition program that honors the skillful, compassionate care that nurses provide every day. She received four nominations by three patients and a family member of a patient. Here are some of their comments: 🌼 “Jessica is patient, dedicated, compassionate, open to alternative methods of medical treatment that respects the conscience and dignity of the patient, and most importantly, she’s humble.” 🌼 “She advocates for her patient and is responsive to family as well. She was wonderful with my dad and we enjoyed our interactions.” 🌼 “When I was at my lowest, she was always there to lift my spirits. I loved having Jessica for a nurse. I will miss her!” 🌼 “Jess was an amazing RN. She has such a warm heart and she made me laugh when I was down. She definitely deserves this award.” Jessica, thank you for your commitment to caring for our patients and their families with compassion and empathy. We appreciate you! You can nominate a nurse for the DAISY Award at gsmed.co/DAISYAward

Join us at for a happy hour hiring event at Cantina Imperfecto for New Graduate Registered Nurses, Experienced Registered Nurses, Nursing Students, Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Imaging Techs where you will have the opportunity to meet and interview with our leaders and recruiters from Grand Strand Medical Center. All nurses are welcome! We have openings in many specialties, and qualified attendees will receive offers on the spot! Register today by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eFdwVXA4

Today is National Trauma Survivors Day! We celebrate our trauma survivors for their strength and perseverance on their roads to recovery. Our Grand Strand Health family is inspired by our trauma survivors and their families as they show so much courage during an incredibly difficult time. You all are inspirational and instill why we live our mission each day. Learn about the care our Level I Adult and Level II Pediatric Trauma Center provides by visiting: https://lnkd.in/eZAvdWHT #CareLikeFamily #NTSD #TraumaSurvivorsDay

We proudly honor Military Appreciation Month. It's a time to pause and recognize the important role that military members have played throughout our country's history. This April, Grand Strand Health was proud to give back to these brave men and women by being a Table Sponsor at the Shields & Stripes Charity Gala. Shields and Stripes provides first line defenders the opportunity to heal visible and non-visible wounds, helping first responders and military veterans to live meaningful lives. Our very own veterans and first responders attended the event. We join our larger HCA Healthcare network in sending our deepest gratitude to our those who serve our nation with selfless courage and recognizing the unwavering dedication of the families who support them. 💙❤️ Happy #MilitaryAppreciationMonth! #PositiveImpact #HCAVeterans

During National Hospital Week, Grand Strand Health honors our colleagues for the positive impact they make every day in the lives of our patients and community members. Across our larger HCA Healthcare network, approximately 309,000 colleagues are bound together by a collective mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life. This week and every week, we celebrate the dedicated nurses, physicians, therapists, pharmacists, environmental services professionals – and all who provide and support healthcare services in our communities. Thank you for transforming care and touching lives. #HospitalWeek #WeShowUp

HCA Healthcare’s South Atlantic Division is proud to introduce Derrick Mitchell, DHA, PMP, CDM as the new Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for our 11 hospitals and 185+ points of care across our markets in GA, SC and FL. Dr. Mitchell has worked in the healthcare field for over 20 years. “I was drawn to HCA Healthcare because I know they believe excellence in healthcare starts with a foundation of inclusion, compassion and respect for their patients and colleagues,” said Mitchell. “I am excited to lead efforts in the South Atlantic to actively support division presidents and hospital CEOs to help their employee base, market advisory councils and hospital boards of trustees all reflect the communities they serve.” Mitchell noted. “In the South Atlantic Division, we believe strongly in the power of partnerships and collaborate with organizations to advance health equity, enhance patient care and help our communities thrive,” said Hugh C. Tappan, President of HCA Healthcare’s South Atlantic Division. “Dr. Mitchell’s past experience combined with our dedicated team and division resources are going to propel our DEI programs and partnerships forward,” Tappan added. Click here for more information about roles in the South Atlantic Division. https://bit.ly/3UI5jam

HCA HEALTHCARE’S SOUTH ATLANTIC DIVISION HIRES AVP OF COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS AND DRIVE COMMUNITY IMPACT IN REGION HCA Healthcare’s South Atlantic Division, part of HCA Healthcare (NYSE: HCA) - one of the nation’s leading healthcare networks, is proud to introduce Amanda Lawrence as the division’s first Community Engagement Associate Vice President. Amanda will oversee partnerships, foundation investments, colleague community involvement and volunteering as well as community outreach for our 11 hospitals and 185+ points of care across our markets in GA, SC and FL. She has served in the nonprofit sector for fourteen years leading collective impact investments and initiatives in Education, Financial Stability and Health. Most recently, working to improve outcomes for children and families for Cradle to Career leaders, staff, and partners in twenty-nine states. Prior to that she served for eight years as the Vice President of Community Impact for the Trident United Way. In her new role, Lawrence will provide thought leadership and subject matter expertise in leading a comprehensive community engagement strategy. “The goal is to direct and align community engagement initiatives that will enhance our ability to serve our markets,” said Hugh C. Tappan, President of HCA Healthcare’s South Atlantic Division. “We are confident, that Amanda’s experience will help us identify and partner with organizations that are as equally committed to making real change and lasting impact in our communities as we are,” Tappan added. Lawrence will oversee the implementation of a division-wide community engagement plan aligned to the intersection of business strategy, stakeholder engagement and local needs. “I’m excited for the opportunity to amplify meaningful impact by building and strengthening community coalitions and partnerships through HCA giving and volunteerism. I am passionate about working collaboratively to make a real difference in the lives of the people in the neighborhoods where HCA doctors, nurses, and clinicians live, serve and share that passion,” said Lawrence.” Lawrence holds a Bachelor of Science in marketing from the University of South Carolina and a Master of Business Administration from The Citadel. She also serves on the Board of Together SC.