Health First invests in talent.

Recently, nearly three dozen Health First associates were notified that their applications for 2023 Nursing Scholarships were approved. One was Vanessa Rodriguez, a Certified Medical Assistant working at the ENT and Audiology office at Health First’s Gateway Medical Plaza.

“I have worked in the medical field in several different states – Health First has been one of the few that has openly helped with continuing education,” she said.

When Health First leaders invite applicants at every rank to “Come grow with us,” it backs that pledge up with professional development and support.  But As the Space Coast’s only not-for-profit health system, Health First also has a mandate to raise the level of care for everyone – that kind of excellence requires a local talent pool.

"Our scholarships are just one reason why Health First is climbing the Forbes' list of Best large Employers, but these scholarships come directly from the community, so it's a cycle of commitment," said Cheyana Fischer, Chief Nursing Officer, Health First.

READ all about the nursing scholarships, including what financial pressure aspiring nurses take on in order to pursue advanced education and provide leading-edge care, in Space Coast Daily HERE.