Hospital appointments
Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point has appointed Susan Cooper as director of the SICU and Trauma Stepdown Unit.
Cooper returns to Regional Medical from her position as vice president of Cardiac Services at Oak Hill Hospital. She has been with HCA for 18 years and served as a nurse for 25 years.
Cooper has a Master of Science in nursing leadership from Walden University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of South Florida. She is board-certified in cardiovascular nursing.
Sharon D. Hayes has been appointed CEO for Regional Medical Center Bayonet Point, replacing Shayne George, who has transitioned to another HCA hospital executive role outside of Florida.
Hayes has more than 35 years of experience in numerous health care management settings, including Edward White Hospital in Pinellas County; Chippenham Medical Center in Richmond, Virginia; CJW Medical Center, also in Richmond; and King Fahad Hospital in Saudi Arabia.
Hayes’ degrees include a Master of Business Administration from Florida Atlantic University and a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Tennessee.
Nutrition Month
The Florida Department of Health in Pasco County celebrates March as National Nutrition Month, sponsored annually by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. This year’s theme is “Go Further with Food.”
The academy suggests these tips to choose more nutritious food options:
- Include a variety of healthful foods from all food groups on a regular basis.
- Consider the foods you have on-hand before buying more.
- Buy only the amount that can be eaten or frozen within a few days, and plan to use leftovers later in the week.
- Be mindful of portion sizes. Eat and drink the amount that is right for you. Visit ChooseMyPlate.gov.
- Practice food safety.
- Find activities that you enjoy and be physically active most days of the week.
- Consider consulting with a registered dietitian nutritionist.
To learn more about nutrition and National Nutrition month, visit EatRight.org.
