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Baptist South serves the growing areas of Jacksonville’s southside & St. Johns County.

The hospital blends resort-like amenities with the most advanced medical care, providing for the physical, spiritual & emotional needs of patients & their families. At Baptist Health in Jacksonville, FL, our mission is to continue the healing ministry of Christ by providing accessible, quality health care services at a reasonable cost in an atmosphere that fosters respect and compassion.

11/25/2025

Congratulations to our EVS Department on receiving the Gaudy Goblet of Gratitude! 🏆💙

These amazing team members provide the essential support that keeps clean, safe and welcoming for everyone that walks through our doors. When it comes to gratitude, our globlet overfloweth! 💙💙

11/22/2025

They grow up so fast, don’t they? 🥹

Our team holds a special place in our hearts for the and families who spend time in our NICU, so we love hearing from them after they’ve left. Just recently, Marjorie reached out to share these photos of her twins, Jonah and Julian, who are celebrating their seventh birthday this month! They spent a few days in our NICU back in 2018 and seeing how much they’ve grown brought a smile to our faces.

Thanks for sharing, Marjorie. We wish Jonah and Julian the happiest of birthdays! ❤️🎉

11/19/2025

We are to announce that Matthew A. Zuino, MSIS, FACHE, has been named the next President and Chief Executive Officer of Baptist Health, effective January 17, 2026.

Matt, who has served as Chief Operating Officer since 2020, will succeed Michael A. Mayo, DHA, FACHE, who announced earlier this year his plans to retire as Baptist Health’s CEO after a distinguished four-decade career in health care leadership.

As COO, Matt oversees operations across hospitals, physician practices and ambulatory services. His leadership continues to shape the future of Baptist Health, elevating quality, strengthening access and enhancing the patient experience.

“This is an exciting, transformational time at Baptist Health,” said Matt. “I feel very fortunate to build upon our 70-year legacy as the area’s only locally headquartered, mission-driven, faith-based health system. Our future will be defined by how well we listen, innovate and accelerate our commitment to those we serve as we look toward 2030 and beyond.”

Please join us in congratulating Matt and celebrating this exciting new chapter for our health system and the communities we serve!

Read more: https://go.baptistjax.com/484XErw

11/17/2025

THEN & NOW: We love seeing our grads grow and thrive! Kaden, now three-and-a-half, was born a month early and spent four days in our NICU. Today, he’s thriving—and it’s moments like these that remind us why our labor & delivery and NICU teams do what they do every day.

Kaden’s mom, Britney, shared these photos and said: “I delivered a month early, but all the staff that I can remember were so passionate and kind. I will forever appreciate NICU workers as they play such a vital role in babies' health those first few days - keeping them fed, changed, and warm.”

Fast forward to today, and Britney describes Kaden as “the smartest, most independent kid I know!”

We love seeing all the amazing places our go. Look out world—here comes Kaden! ❤️❤️

11/14/2025

Congratulations to Taylor on winning a DAISY Award for demonstrating extraordinary clinical skill and compassionate patient care! 🌼🏆

We could go on and on about how amazing Taylor is as a nurse but we thought sharing her DAISY nomination from a patient’s mother (and also a colleague) would let you know everything you need to know about Taylor!

"During our intake, we had the blessing of being cared for
by Taylor. From the moment she walked in, Taylor demonstrated an extraordinary level of professionalism, compassion, and calm. She was timely with medications, responded promptly to every call, and never made us feel like a burden. Her calm spirit brought peace to a situation that felt unmanageable.

Even though she had other patients, she made us feel like we were the only ones on the floor. Taylor not only cared for my daughter with precision and kindness she also saw me. As a mother, seeing my child in such pain left me in tears, and Taylor offered comfort and reassurance when I needed it most. Her presence made an unbearable moment feel just a little more bearable.

As a Baptist Health employee for the past 25 years, I’ve always been proud to be part of this organization. But experiencing this level of care firsthand, as a mother and not just a colleague, has deepened that pride. Taylor exemplifies what it means to live out the Baptist mission, and I am beyond grateful for them.

Thank you for recognizing and celebrating nurses like Taylor.”

Way to make us , Taylor! 🎉

11/13/2025

SAFETY YOU CAN TRUST! 🏆

has once again earned an “A” Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group!

This recognition reflects our ongoing commitment to safety, quality and transparency — and the dedication of every team member who puts our patients’ well-being first, every single day at Baptist South.

The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade evaluates hospitals on:
✅ Responsiveness and care processes
✅ Safety measures and protocols
✅ Patient outcomes

Thank you to our incredible teams and to our community for continuing to make Baptist South your preferred place for care. 💙

11/12/2025

Nothing makes our day quite like hearing from families after their little ones graduate from the NICU. 💙

Landon was one tiny fighter who made a big impression on our team, and his mom recently shared this sweet update:

“Today is my son’s first birthday. A year ago today, he was at Baptist South in the NICU. He spent about a week and a half in there. I’m forever grateful for all the doctors, nurses, and others who helped my baby boy be where he is today. I will always think of the amazing team at Wolfson Children's Hospital on this day.”

Happy first birthday, Landon! You’ve already come so far — and your future is shining bright. ☀️🎂

11/11/2025

On this Veterans Day, we’d like to take a moment to salute the incredible men and women who have served our country with the utmost sense of service and courage. We’re especially proud of the 600+ Veterans who are part of our Baptist Health Jacksonville family — their commitment to service continues to shine through in the care they provide every day.

Please join all of us at in expressing our deepest gratitude to all the servicemen and women for their unwavering service and dedication to our country. 🇺🇸

11/07/2025

Happy Radiologic Technology Week to our amazing team at ! These health care heroes are the picture of hard work, excellence and consistency when it comes to diagnostic imaging and ensuring patient safety. Their dedication to patient care is evident in every image they capture and every interaction they have!

Thank you for making us , today and every day! 🩻🩵

11/06/2025

Congratulations to Ruthie on winning the LOTUS Award at ! 🏆

The LOTUS Award is given to someone who embodies compassionate care and service and Ruthie received THREE nominations from colleagues recently! Here’s a snippet from one that encapsulates what makes Ruthie so special:

“I am honored to nominate Ruthie for the LOTUS Individual Award. Ruthie is truly the hardest-working occupational therapist I have ever worked with, often the first to arrive and the last to leave. Her dedication extends far beyond the clock because she genuinely cares about each patient.

What truly sets Ruthie apart is her exceptional kindness. Her patients absolutely adore her, and it's easy to see why. She meets every individual with warmth, compassion, and a listening ear, making them feel valued and understood. Ruthie's kindness is not just part of her job, it is the heart of her practice, and it deeply touches everyone she works with.”

Let’s hear it for Ruthie for making us ! 💪

11/05/2025

💙 Happy Patient Transport Week 💙

No matter the distance, our patient transportation team goes the extra mile to make every patient feel cared for. Whether it’s across the hospital, to a specialized procedure or even across the region, this team provides not only safe transportation, but also comfort, reassurance and compassion — turning what could be a stressful trip into a smooth, supportive experience.

This , we’re celebrating the dedicated professionals who make every move matter and ensure quality care never stops. 🙌💙

11/04/2025

Please join us in saying congratulations to three incredible members of our team who took home Spirit of Magnet Awards for outstanding work in health care!

Brooke Fairclough – Nurse of the Year 🏆
Ruthie Skinner – Caregiver of the Year 🏆
Dr. Peter Davison – Physician of the Year 🏆

The Spirit of Magnet Awards honor team members who exemplify the values that make our Magnet designation possible — compassion, collaboration, innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence in patient care. Fewer than 10% of hospitals nationwide achieve Magnet status, a distinction Baptist Health has proudly maintained since 2007, thanks to caregivers like these who continue to raise the bar for nursing and patient care excellence.

We are so of Brooke, Ruthie and Dr. Davison for their much-deserved recognition! ❤️🎉

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Jacksonville, FL
32258

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