Hastings Surgical Center

09/23/2025

Happy Surgical Tech Week! This special week is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the vital contributions of surgical technologists in the healthcare field.

These skilled professionals play a crucial role in the operating room, ensuring that surgical procedures run smoothly and safely. From preparing the operating room and sterilizing equipment to assisting surgeons during procedures, surgical techs are an integral part of the surgical team.

Their attention to detail and commitment to patient care help ensure positive outcomes and smooth recoveries. Let’s take this opportunity to express our gratitude and appreciation for their hard work and dedication.

09/18/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Thursday! 🌟
Today, we’re featuring Jordane, a dedicated Registered Nurse, BSN, who works in both our Post-Operative and Operating Room areas. Jordane has been with us for 1.5 years, and she’s already made a big impact on our patients and team.
💙 What do you love most about your job?
“Taking care of the very young and old—oftentimes those that I know—and seeing the gratitude in their eyes.”
💡 Something people might not know about what I do:
“I help people wake up from surgery.”
🏆 One work achievement I’m proud of:
“Becoming comfortable and competent in the care of the pediatric population.”
🌸 Favorite thing to do outside of work:
“Spending time with my two boys and husband, being outdoors, and going for a nice run.”
🎽 Fun facts, hidden talents, or hobbies:
“I am a multievent state track champion.”
☕ Go-to coffee or lunch order:
“A grande super skinny vanilla latte and any cooked sushi roll.”
✨ If I could swap jobs for a day:
“I’d trade places with Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone, the fastest woman hurdler in the world. It would be a joy to be a professional runner and get paid to do something else that I love.”

09/16/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Tuesday! 🌟
Today, we’re highlighting Kim, our amazing Surgery Scheduler, who has been with us for 6 years!
💙 What do you love most about your job?
“My coworkers.”
💡 Something people might not know about me:
“I have three children, two grandchildren, and I’ve been married for 30 years.”
🏆 One work achievement I’m proud of:
“Adapting to the constant—and sometimes crazy—changes in what insurances decide they want to cover (and not cover).”
🌸 Favorite thing to do outside of work:
“I love spending time at the lake , boating, and hanging out with family. I also enjoy reading and walking.”
🍃 Fun facts, hidden talents, or hobbies:
“I have a passion for plants, and I enjoy crocheting and doing puzzles.”
☕ Go-to coffee or lunch order:
“H&M Tea.”

09/11/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Thursday: Bailey
💉 Operating Room Registered Nurse | Celebrating 4 years at HSC!
Bailey is part of our amazing OR crew, bringing skill, confidence, and a sense of fun to every case. She can circulate any case or specialty with ease—and while patients might not remember her (thanks to anesthesia), her impact is unforgettable to the team.
Her favorite part?
💙 Working with people who make the job fun.
Off the clock?
👨‍👩‍👦 Quality time with her husband and son
🏐 Staying active with workouts and volleyball
☕ Fuel = Barista’s Vanilla Chai—chef’s kiss.
If she could swap jobs for a day?
🍽 Food critic—because she’s a big foodie, and living the “taste everything” dream sounds pretty perfect.
We’re grateful for Bailey’s expertise and all she brings to the OR team!

09/09/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Tuesday! 🌟
Today, we’re celebrating one of our amazing nurses who has been caring for patients for an incredible 38 years!
💙 What do you love most about your job?
“My coworkers.”
💡 Something people might not know about what you do:
“I like the challenge of getting stains out of my grandchildren’s clothes.”
🏆 One work achievement you’re proud of:
“I have been a nurse for 38 years.”
🌸 Favorite thing to do outside of work:
“Being with my grandchildren! If I can’t be with them, you’ll find me at jazzercise, outdoors gardening, walking, or even mowing.”
🍳 Fun facts, hidden talents, or hobbies:
“I love trying new recipes—I really enjoy cooking, baking, and canning.”
☕ Go-to coffee or lunch order:
An Autumn White Mocha from Baristas

09/04/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Thursday: Brooke

📋 Administrator | 11 years total at HSC (with a 2-year adventure out of state that made her realize just how special this place and its people really are!)

Brooke thrives on variety—no two days are the same—and she loves how family-first HSC is. Every person here supports one another in being present for their families, and that’s something she values above all else.

Her favorite part?
💙 The challenge of solving problems in a way that benefits patients, staff, surgeons, and anesthesia—because in an ASC, “that’s someone else’s job” is never an option.

Off the clock?
✈️ Traveling and dragging her kids along on new adventures whenever she can
📸 Photography, podcasting, and putting 150% into whatever she’s into that day
☕ Fuel = Sugar-Free Vanilla Latte with Almond Milk. Every. Single. Day.

If she could swap jobs for a day?
A Special Agent working undercover. Sharp, strategic, and fearless in the face of the unknown.

09/02/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Tuesday: Jodi
👩‍⚕ Clinical Director | Celebrating 5 years in August!
Helping others is at the heart of everything she does—and she finds it incredibly rewarding. As a Clinical Director and Plexus Brand Ambassador since 2015, she brings passion and purpose into every role she takes on.
Her favorite part?
💙 Making a difference for patients and staff every single day.
Off the clock?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family time is #1
🏌️‍♀️ Golfing with her husband—a hobby he introduced her to and she’s grown to love
☕ Fuel = Caramel macchiato, always.
If she could swap jobs for a day?
☀️ A stay-at-home mom in the summer—so she could soak up every moment with her kids.
We’re grateful for her leadership, dedication, and heart, both in and out of the clinic!

08/28/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Thursday: Morgan
📋 Biller | Celebrating 7 years at HSC!
Morgan is a behind-the-scenes powerhouse who started as an aide in Pre/Post and worked her way through several roles in the business office. Her favorite part?
💙 The incredible people she works with—HSC is more than a workplace, it’s family.
Off the clock?
👩‍👧 Quality time with her daughter
📚 Loves reading, staying active, and keeping up with the latest lifestyle trends
☕ Fuel = iced latte + big fat salad (non-negotiable)
If she could swap jobs for a day?
👶 Labor & delivery nurse—because new life, deep connection, and high-impact care are totally her jam.
We’re lucky to have someone so passionate, dedicated, and full of heart on our team. Thanks for all you do, Morgan!

08/26/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Tuesday: Veronica
🩺 Certified Nursing Assistant | Celebrating 3 years at HSC!

Veronica brings warmth, dedication, and a smile to every patient interaction. She loves everything about her job and takes pride in making a difference each day. Being bilingual, she’s able to bridge communication gaps and help doctors provide the best care possible.

Off the clock?
👵 Cherishing time with her grandchildren
🧵 Stitch-sewing napkins and pillowcases with skill and creativity

☕ Fuel = A hot coffee from Barista’s—simple, classic, and essential.

If she could swap jobs for a day?
👩‍🍼 She’d be her mom—a midwife—so she could experience the joy of bringing a new life into the world.

We’re lucky to have Veronica’s heart, skill, and dedication on our team!

08/22/2025

08/21/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Thursday: Hannah
💉 Registered Nurse | Celebrating 7 years at HSC!

Hannah is one of our rockstar RNs who thrives on variety—no two days are ever the same. She’s cross-trained in multiple areas, working with nine specialties and 22 different physicians, which means she’s always ready to jump in wherever she’s needed.

Her favorite part?
💙 The amazing people she works with and the ever-changing pace of the job.

Off the clock?
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Soaking up outdoor adventures with her husband and three kids—swimming, hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, and cheering at sporting events.
🎨 Loves painting, working out, traveling, and has recently fallen in love with photography.

☕ Fuel = Barista’s Harvestmoon Chai—iced or hot, she’s not picky.

We’re so grateful for Hannah’s skill, flexibility, and heart. She’s a key part of making HSC such a great place for patients and staff alike!

08/19/2025

🌟 Meet the Team Tuesday: Jessie
📋 Registered Medical Assistant | 3 Years at HSC
Jessie’s a jack-of-all-trades—supporting OR, SPD, and even Recovery. She’s all about making a difference and helping patients feel comfortable from start to finish.
💡 Fun Fact: She handles instrument sterilization and recovery care—and can jump into procedures like a pro.
🏕️ Outside of Work: Camping, fishing, boating, and hunting with her family. She’s the one driving the camper and pulling the trigger.
☕ Go-To Order: Chai from Baristas—any flavor!
🎯 Dream Job for a Day: Game warden on Lake MacConaughy—peaceful cruise or spicy law enforcement, depending on the mood.
Thanks for bringing skill, heart, and humor to the team, Jessie!