Tidelands Health

Tidelands Health offers several programs for students to learn alongside team members and behind the scenes, including a nurse apprenticeship program and job shadowing opportunities. Recently, as part of our popular Nurses are Extraordinary program, 30 high school juniors and seniors from Horry, Georgetown and Williamsburg counties had the opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes experience at our hospitals. In addition to a hospital tour, the students learned from hands-on experiences, including swaddling a baby manikin, practicing CPR, donning protective suits used in operating rooms and more. Learn more about student opportunities at Tidelands Health here: https://lnkd.in/e3fHpjfB

We’re proud to share Tidelands Health hospitals have earned recognition as “high performing” by U.S. News & World Report! These ratings indicate the hospitals were significantly better than the national average in specific procedures and treatment of certain conditions. Read more: https://lnkd.in/deaQeJnS

We are proud to expand our partnership with Horry-Georgetown Technical College to educate and train more registered nurses. Students started this week and will move into the new Tidelands Health HGTC Education Center on the Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital campus this fall. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTDAuf-h

The use of robotic-assisted surgery is part of Tidelands Health’s commitment to meet the health care needs of patients across the fast-growing Grand Strand by offering advanced care and leading technology close to home.

As the exclusive health system partner of the YMCA of Coastal Carolina, Tidelands Health collaborates with the YMCA to improve health and wellness in the region. This summer, Tidelands Health joined camps at the YMCA of Coastal Carolina, offering an interactive session on the importance of proper hand hygiene. During the camp sessions, a special lotion meant to mimic germs on hands could only be seen using a glow light, driving home the message to campers ages 6 to 8 to always wash their hands properly. After washing their hands at the sink to remove the lotion, kids held their hands under the glow light to see any spots they might have missed. "Kids are so visual, they like to see it. It’s a fun, interactive way to drive home the message and help instill healthy habits early in life that will serve these campers well as they grow," said Alisa Kimmel, community outreach registered nurse at Tidelands Health. More: https://lnkd.in/egHWae2q

Please join us in welcoming two longtime community leaders to the Tidelands Health board of trustees. Tony Cox, a retired Myrtle Beach real estate executive, and Ray Funnye, director of public services for Georgetown County, have joined the 23-member board. Board members volunteer their time and expertise to serve as stewards of our not-for-profit health system. “Tony and Ray bring decades of experience, distinguished leadership and dedicated community service to our Tidelands Health board of trustees,” said J. Edward Norris III, chairman of the board. “Their insight and expertise will be invaluable as our board collectively continues to shape our strategic vision to meet the needs of our fast-growing region.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/eiXxbnA7

Tidelands Health has been named a 2024 High Performance Employer for our strategy of enhancing team members’ overall well-being. This award signifies our dedication to Team Tidelands – the backbone of our health system – and is a testament to our team’s talent and commitment. Interested in joining Tidelands Health? Explore available careers here: https://lnkd.in/dD8mY4-m

We are excited to welcome Derek Dudley as the new vice president of revenue cycle at Tidelands Health. Derek, a financial professional and administrator, brings more than 15 years of experience with health care organizations. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e9NCjEqK

Dr. Victor Archambeau, a Tidelands Health physician and long-time addiction recovery specialist, was recently recognized by Gov. Henry McMaster and the S.C. Center of Excellence in Addiction for “championing the science of addiction medicine by treating the disease of addiction medically, serving vulnerable citizens of our state and saving lives and families.” Dr. Archambeau is one of the region’s leading figures in the fight against the opioid epidemic and substance use disorder. His own battle with substance abuse 30 years ago inspired him to help others. “Helping those struggling with substance use disorder is really a calling for me,” Dr. Archambeau said. “Because of my own journey, I’m able to connect with those struggling, and they can relate to my past experience, which is a key for successful treatment. I feel privileged to be able to help others and am honored to receive this prestigious award.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/dS5NcYap

As part of our mission to help people live better lives through better health, Tidelands Health proudly partners with local organizations and events like Carolina Country Music Fest to educate, raise awareness and provide needed care to residents and visitors. As the official health care provider of CCMF, Tidelands Health medical professionals will join other first responders to staff the event’s medical tent and provide any needed urgent, on-site medical care to fans, volunteers and vendors.