Morton Plant North Bay Hospital

01/07/2026

Congratulations to Donna, one of our long-time nurse managers, who received the DAISY® Lifetime Achievement Award in December shortly before she retired.

The DAISY® Award is the highest honor in the nursing profession, and the DAISY®Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes those nurses who have devoted their life's work to the compassionate care of others. Recipients of this award are nominated for their dedication to nursing through active mentoring, role modeling, advocating for their patients and promoting the positive image of nursing.

Throughout her career Donna has displayed dedication, compassion and unwavering commitment to excellence in patent care and leadership. She has always led by example, demonstrating integrity, empathy and clinical expertise in every setting. Her extraordinary ability to emotionally connect with individuals from all walks of life, including those who face significant physical, psychological and socioeconomic challenges, has allowed her to make a difference in the lives of hundreds of patients and fellow team members throughout her career.

In her 31 years as a nurse manager, Donna has built a culture rooted in teamwork, respect, growth and family. Her calm, steady leadership through hurricanes, pandemics and everyday challenges have been a source of strength and stability for all who worked with her.

We are grateful for Donna and her dedication to the many patients she served through the decades and to her team. She has had an extraordinary impact on many lives, and we wish her the best in the next chapter of her life!

01/06/2026

We’re excited to share the new rendering of the future Pagidipati Children’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s, opening in 2030. Every detail of the new facility has been intentionally designed with children and families at the heart. From its bold, multicolor exterior with dynamic lighting to playful, family-centered interior spaces, intuitive wayfinding and welcoming common areas, the environment aims to uplift, reassure and inspire hope the moment families arrive. Learn more about the new hospital and design plans: https://bit.ly/4pv8OwL

The future Pagidipati Children’s Hospital at St. Joseph’s, a freestanding, state-of-the-art facility opening in 2030, will advance pediatric health care across West Central Florida.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! Last year was an exciting time as we celebrated 60 years of serving our community, welcomed our first class of internal medicine residents, received approval to begin our Transitional Year Residency program and celebrated our 1000th surgery using our da Vinci XI Surgical System. We are grateful for our dedicated physician and team members and all of you who choose us for your healthcare. We are excited to see all that 2026 holds.

12/30/2025

We’re excited to soon bring the most advanced, cancer-fighting treatment to West Central Florida. And so are our patients. See this interview from Tampa Bay's Morning Blend to learn how one dad is grateful that BayCare’s expertise in pediatric care led him to proton therapy and why he is overjoyed to have it close to home for anyone else needing advanced cancer treatment. https://bit.ly/4b63nRa

Proton therapy is one of the most advanced cancer treatments available today. Soon, families in the Tampa Bay area will be able to access this care close to home.

12/25/2025

From our family to yours, wishing you a joyous and healthy holiday!

12/23/2025

📢 NEW PROGRAM ALERT!

The Transitional Year Residency at Morton Plant North Bay Hospital is now part of BayCare GME! Located in New Port Richey, this program offers strong clinical training, personalized mentorship and access to the region's largest academic health system.

🏥 Training at West Pasco’s only not-for-profit hospital
💙 Newly renovated with upgraded facilities and expanding services
🧠 Strong clinical mentorship
🌟 A culture of compassion and growth

Applications are open on ERAS — your path to specialty starts here! 💙

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4av9YEu

12/21/2025

Since 2000, our team members have been partnering with BayCare Behavioral Health for the annual Holiday Giving Tree Project. Through the program our teams and team members provide presents for children who are pediatric behavioral health patients and their siblings. This year, our team members helped brighten the season for 166 children with team members from St. Anthony's Hospital joining us by adopting 16 of those.

12/14/2025

Team members enjoyed a special treat when hospital leadership provided a delicious brunch to celebrate the holidays. Leaders had the privilege of serving team members to show appreciation for all they do each day to ensure our patients receive excellent care. We are grateful for the dedication of our Food and Nutrition Services team members who worked extra hours to prepare and help serve all the meals.

12/12/2025

What a year! 🎉✨ BayCare reached new heights in 2025—thanks to our incredible team, innovative partnerships and a shared commitment to compassionate care. We’re proud of every milestone and excited for what’s ahead. Watch our special video recap and also read more here: https://bit.ly/3XO5scL

12/11/2025

BayCare provided four patients without insurance a wonderful holiday gift – a free joint replacement. Read more:

BayCare physicians provided four free joint replacement surgeries for patients without insurance as part of a national charitable program.

12/10/2025

Congratulations to ER physician Jasmin Nuesa, MD, on being selected as our most recent Physician of the Quarter.

Dr. Nuesa began serving our patients in 2020 and has made a significant impact on both patient care and hospital operations. She is the ER medical director, chairs our emergency medicine credentials committee and is president-elect of our medical executive committee.

A graduate of Saba University School of Medicine, Dr. Nuesa completed residency training at Kendall Regional Medical’s Level I trauma center in Miami and is board certified in emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.

The Physician of the Quarter award is based on comments from peers, team members, and patients. One nominator wrote: “Dr. Nuesa is a skilled physician, but the patience and compassion she shows our patients is second to none.”

Other comments included, “Dr. Nuesa goes out of her way to assess and calm situations prior to them escalating. She quickly thinks in emergency situations and is an amazing asset to have.”

Team members describe Dr. Nuesa as “compassionate, authentic, highly skilled, always available and a team player.”

12/07/2025

We had a great time with our community and team members at our annual Holiday Lights Festival. Young and old enjoyed activities, Christmas visitors and Florida “snow.” The highlight of the evening was Santa arriving on a fire truck to light the tree and visit with children. Thanks to everyone who came out to celebrate the holiday season with us!