This week, Regional Medical Center (RMC) joins communities across the nation in celebrating Nurse Practitioner Appreciation and Awareness Week; a time to recognize the compassionate professionals who play a vital role in the healthcare system. Nurse Practitioners (NPs) are more than just healthcare providers; they’re trusted partners in health and wellness.
They listen, guide, and care with a personal touch that helps patients feel seen and supported. In our community, Nurse Practitioners make a difference every day by improving access to care, promoting preventive health, and helping people live their healthiest lives close to home.
As we celebrate this special week, RMC would like to highlight two outstanding NPs who serve their community daily: Nathan and Kassie.
After graduating from nearby Jacksonville State University (Jax St), Nathan started his career at RMC, spending four years as a technician and working his way up to nursing in our Emergency Department. He then returned to Jax St. to continue his education, discovering his true passion in healthcare, endocrinology, during his graduate studies.
Working daily helping patients manage long-term health conditions such as diabetes or thyroid disease, Nathan is no stranger to patient care and advocacy. “I enjoy building long-term patient relationships,” he says. “These are complex, chronic conditions, and I enjoy being part of a patient’s advanced care plan and educating them while finding solutions.”
Kassie began her healthcare journey in Birmingham, AL, as a Cardiac ICU nurse after graduating from University of Alabama Birmingham (UAB). She then moved to Anniston and worked as an ER nurse at RMC for two years before continuing her education at University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH).
After earning her degree with a focus and interest in family medicine, she found her calling working with patients experiencing mental health issues. “I had a strong desire to help those who feel vulnerable, and I was able to connect most with patients who struggled mentally,” Kassie said. “I wanted to do my part to create an environment free from stigma or embarrassment around mental health.”
Now that her calling is fulfilled, Kassie returned to RMC, where she has been working in our ER and Phycology Department for the past three years. “It really felt like I was home when I came back. The entire staff and administration are exceptional and always foster an environment of growth and success.”
Thank you, to all of our Nurse Practitioners who work with RMC Health System each and every day to keep our communities healthy!