St. Joseph's Hospital-South

02/26/2026

We'll soon close out February, . Heart Month is observed to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the U.S. The Osprey Observer, the local newspaper and news site, featured us in a Heart Month article that included information about heart attack signs and symptoms and the importance of blood pressure monitoring. Read the article by clicking on this link, https://bit.ly/40iwJoH, or clicking on the photo in the graphic below.

Also, read more about heart and vascular services at St. Joseph's Hospital-South:
StJosephsSouthHeart.org

February is Heart Month, raising awareness about cardiovascular disease prevention. Heart disease can take on many forms and often has subtle symptoms, includ

02/23/2026

An “unsung hero” can be defined as a person doing valuable, challenging work who might go unnoticed, undetected and “fly under the radar.” Unsung heroes make an important impact, don’t draw a lot of attention to themselves but a play crucial role in a group or organization.

Kay, board-certified hospital chaplain and spiritual care coordinator, had the reputation of an unsung hero in our hospital. But consider her unsung no more. She was named September 2025 Team Member of the Month only to be topped in January 2026 when Kay was named our 2025 Team Member of the Year (TM0Y)! She was chosen TMOY from the among the 12 St. Joseph’s Hospital-South TMOMs in the 2025 calendar year. She was announced as 2025 TMOY at an off-campus event.

It is not uncommon for patients or patients’ loved ones to make a special connection or relationship with a team member providing care or support. Kay makes an impact with everyone she comes in contact with when she visits rooms, provides crisis assistance and performs religious rituals or grief counseling. She stays late and does not leave when there is a need. Kay is also there for any team members needing spiritual care or a chaplain. Kay’s influence, empathy and compassion is so appreciated that she’s asked to officiate at weddings, funerals and baptisms outside of our hospital.

Kay is selfless, dedicated to bringing kindness, hope and comfort to all within our hospital. Her nomination documents for the TMOM and TMOY awards eloquently state these powerful words: “She always fills up the cups of others long before she fills her own.”

Kay is no longer under or the radar or unsung as we sing our praises to her as 2025 St. Joseph’s Hospital-South Team Member of the Year!

02/19/2026

An important message for February, . Don’t hesitate when it comes to getting emergency treatment if you are having heart attack symptoms. If you are experiencing chest pressure, heaviness or pain in the chest, arm or below the breastbone, or in combination with sweating, nausea, extreme shortness of breath or irregular heartbeats, you may be having a heart attack. Call 911 immediately.

When treating a heart attack, time is of the essence. Debating whether or not to go to an emergency room during a heart attack, stroke or other emergency, waiting even a few extra minutes, could be harmful. So, if it’s an emergency, don’t wait.

Read more about St. Joseph's Hospital-South's emergency care and ER: https://bit.ly/4hSBQnk

02/16/2026

"One person can make a difference, and everyone should try." — John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States, 1961-1963

02/14/2026

Happy Valentine's Day! Check out a sampling of cards for patients placed on their meal trays for Valentine's Day. The cards include messages of encouragement and inspiration from our team members.

The artwork, with three different designs as shown in the gallery, was done by 4-year-old artists at the St. Joseph's Hospital Child Care Center in Tampa.

02/12/2026

02/11/2026

Congratulations to David, a supply chain support representative, as the recipient of a BEE Award! BEE, an acronym for “Being Excellent Every Day," celebrates non-nursing team members supporting patient care. BEEs honor team members for the skilled and dedicated support they provide contributing to extraordinary care.

As a supply chain rep, David is part of the team that acquires, stores and delivers medical supplies and equipment used by health personnel to perform health services.

David was nominated by team members on our pediatrics unit. They commended him for his efficiency in inventory management, expert intuition at anticipating their urgent and immediate needs and making sure there are never shortages of crucial items. He is highly valued by the team for his skill, calmness and composure in the fast-paced, often unpredictable pediatric environment.

They cited an example in his nomination documents when the unit had an unexpected surge of many pediatric patients and had an extremely high census. With a high demand of medical supplies, David expertly worked with vendors and internal teams to replenish the inventory swiftly during a challenging time. The team did not miss a beat because of David’s actions.

Besides David’s technical and logistical skill in inventory management, he delivers “service with a smile.” He approaches his work with enthusiasm, optimism, positivity and a welcoming demeanor filled with kindness and humor. His style fosters a culture of mutual respect, teamwork and collaboration. David is accountable, responsible, takes ownership of his work, courteous, shares his knowledge and helps new staff navigate the complexities of supply chain.

From David’s BEE nomination documents: “…this person exemplifies the qualities celebrated by the BEE Award. (His) positive attitude, dedication to supporting nursing staff and exceptional efficiency in materials management have made a profound impact on our hospital. (He) not only is a reliable and skilled professional but also a source of inspiration and goodwill to everyone around….”

Congratulations David on the BEE and thank you for your stewardship and dedication in delivering seamless and timely services in supply chain!

02/09/2026

February is and Cardiovascular Professionals Week is celebrated this week! We are highlighting here team members caring for patients undergoing procedures in our cardiac catheterization lab. The cardiac cath lab is a surgical suite where procedures such as angioplasties and stents are performed. Angioplasties and stents open up blood vessels in heart patients. The cath lab is also where pacemakers and defibrillators are surgically implanted in patients.

Read more about heart and vascular services at St. Joseph's Hospital-South:
StJosephsSouthHeart.org

The photo gallery also gives you an inside look at a cath lab.

02/06/2026

Our heart is in the right place! February is with National Wear Red Day® on Friday, February 6. The wearing of red signifies our commitment to stamp out cardiovascular and heart disease.

Learn more about heart and vascular services we offer here at St. Joseph's Hospital-South: StJosephsSouthHeart.org

For this National Wear Red Day photo, we wore red and formed the shape of a heart with hands and fingers.

02/06/2026

As the region’s largest academic health system, we continue to grow, without losing the heart of who we are. 💙 You can lean on us to take care of you when you need us most. Watch our inspiring commercial and see what makes BayCare special: people who lift one another up and care guided by compassion and integrity.

02/05/2026

Congratulations to respiratory therapist John as recipient of a BEE Award! BEE, an acronym for “Being Excellent Every Day," celebrates non-nursing team members supporting patient care. BEEs honor team members for their skilled and dedicated support contributing to extraordinary patient care.

John was lauded for his work in our ICU. John excels in the intense, emotionally charged ICU environment. He has a calm, positive approach to his duties. John has superior clinical knowledge and judgment ensuring his patients receive the highest quality of care. He manages ventilators, responds quickly to emergency situations and provides important input to improve procedures and protocols. His BEE nomination documents note his professionalism, precision and incredible depth of knowledge.

John is appreciated for his willingness to step in and assist with patient care tasks that might not be his responsibility. He’ll help with patient mobility or repositioning and turning patients. His willingness to assist, even in difficult situations, reflects his true sense of teamwork and compassion. His focus is on patient well-being and team collaboration. His BEE nomination documents also note that he embodies what true health care teamwork represents, leading by example and selflessly going the extra mile without being asked. John provides inspiration to everyone around him.

More from his BEE nomination documents: “Every member of the ICU team can attest that working alongside this person is a privilege….deeply respected and genuinely appreciated by nurses, physicians and support staff…dedication, compassion and teamwork make (him) an irreplaceable part of our unit and outstanding example of what it means to deliver holistic, patient-centered care. In a field that demands so much of us physically and emotionally, individuals like this remind us of why we do what we do.”

Congratulations John on the BEE and for the respect and admiration of your ICU teammates for doing great things there! John is in the photos holding his BEE proclamation.

02/02/2026

February is raising awareness about cardiovascular disease prevention. We recommend that you regularly monitor your blood pressure. With support from your health care team, you can lower your risk for heart disease and stroke.

You can check your blood pressure at the doctor’s office, other medical locations, at home with a blood pressure monitoring device or for free at one of the Wellness Stations located in Publix Super Markets throughout the area and many BayCare locations. The Wellness Stations conveniently provide you with free, interactive screenings giving you personal health stats, including blood pressure, body weight and body mass index.

Pictured here are team members at the Wellness Station in our hospital’s main lobby. The Wellness Station here is used by visitors, team members, medical staff and others for quick self-checks. Wellness Stations like this one are located for you as previously mentioned in local Publix Super Markets and many BayCare locations.