HCA Florida Capital Hospital

Curious about atrial fibrillation, or #AFib? It's more than just a fluttering heartbeat — it's a disruption in the heart's electrical system. Watch our video to understand the symptoms. Did you know devices like smart watches and smartphone heart monitors can help detect AFib early? That's just one way to be proactive about your #HeartHealth. Your doctor can help you manage any health concerns. Learn about our cardiology services and find an expert near you: https://bit.ly/3zmGCIj #HealthierTomorrows #AFibMonth

September is #NICUAwarenessMonth! #NICU stands for neonatal intensive care unit. In these hospital units, caregivers support babies born prematurely or with certain medical conditions. Let's celebrate our amazing NICU caregivers who work with our tiniest patients! HCA Florida Capital Hospital is proud to be part of our broader network — HCA Healthcare — one of the nation's leading network for delivering babies. Last year, our hospitals welcomed more than 212,000 newborns. As partners of March of Dimes, we are dedicated to advocating for the health of all moms and babies. #ImproveMoreLives #NICUAwareness

HCA Florida Capital Hospital was proud to be United Way Of The Big Bend’s Business Partner of the Year Award recipient. We value our partnership and take pride in showing up for our community. #ImproveMoreLives

From keeping our spaces sparkling clean to ensuring infection prevention, our Environmental Services team is part of HCA Healthcare's more than 8,100 EVS colleagues serving across our network of care. Together, our EVS professionals: ?? Maintain over 70 million square feet of cleanable space daily ?? Clean 3.8 million patient rooms annually ?? Deliver 170 million pounds of fresh linen to hospital rooms annually During National #EVSWeek, please join us in thanking our EVS colleagues, who work behind-the-scenes to create a welcoming space for everyone who enters the doors of our hospitals. #PositiveImpact *Not all team members pictured.

Today, and every day, we remember the lives we lost on September 11, 2001, their families and the survivors who witnessed it all. Alongside our HCA Healthcare family, we pause to remember the brave response of our first responders and everyday citizens who selflessly and courageously fought back. We will never forget. #NeverForget #PatriotDay

We know mental illness does not discriminate; it affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds, education levels, genders, ages, races and ethnicities. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) reports: ? 1 in 5 adults experience mental illness each year and less than half of them receive treatment. ? 1 in 6 adolescents will experience a mental health condition. ? 1 in 8 ED visits involve patients with mental illness and substance use disorders. With increased conversations and awareness, we see perceptions of mental illness and substance changing. With our mental health services and commitment, we hope to give our patients and their families a healthier and more hopeful tomorrow. https://lnkd.in/eXMQDDHg #ImproveMoreLives

It's time for something new. Join our nursing hiring managers and recruiters at our hiring event on Sept 10 to learn more about joining Florida's largest healthcare system. https://bit.ly/3Zlp5e3 #WeAreHCAFloridaFamily #HCAFloridaHealthcare #HCACareers

It is Suicide Awareness Month and HCA Florida Capital Hospital has an adolescent intensive outpatient behavioral health program. Children are not immune to mental illness. In fact, half of all lifetime mental health conditions begin by age 14. If you have noticed changes in your child’s mood or behavior, start a conversation with them about how they are feeling and consider scheduling an appointment for them to talk to a mental health professional. For more information about our Adolescent Behavioral Health Intensive Outpatient Program visit: https://bit.ly/3MABMdj #NotAlone #MentalHealthMatters

COLLEAGUE SPOTLIGHT Meet Michele Sparkman, Financial Counselor in the Patient Access Services department at HCA Florida Capital Hospital. Michele spent seven years as a dental hygienist and in 2009 wanted to continue help people, just in a different capacity. Michele has worked at Capital Hospital for 15 1/2 years and says, “My job is truly fulfilling because I am able to have a small part in the patient experience. This hospital has always been such a special place and we work together like family and we show up for our community when it matters.” Neil Baker, Director of the Patient Access Services department says, “Michele is passionate about her work and goes above and beyond to ensure quick and accurate information for our patients. Her ability to communicate effectively with physician offices, insurance companies, and other departments of our facility is excellent. Her friendly demeanor puts patients, vendors and staff at ease. Her kindness towards others is on display each day, as she upholds our mission: above all else, we are committed to the care improvement of human life.” Outside of work, Michele is a Pittsburgh Steelers and Seminoles fan. She loves to cook, bake, travel and spend time her husband Travis, and their two dogs. Thank you for all that you do Michele! #UnlockPossibilities

MYTH: Sepsis only affects patients in hospitals. FACT: Sepsis can occur in anyone with an infection. Because the symptoms of sepsis are very similar to other conditions, it is important to identify symptoms early and seek emergency care. Find out how to prevent sepsis with 5 easy actions https://bit.ly/3ZayC7C #HCAFloridaHealthcare #SepsisAwarenessWeek