McLeod Health invests $375,000 in HGTC Nursing & Health Sciences Institute to cultivate a skilled healthcare workforce
On April 15, McLeod Regional Medical Center’s Leadership from the Coastal Region and Workforce Development presented a check of $375,000 to Horry Georgetown Technical College (HGTC) for the new Nursing & Health Sciences Institute at the Grand Strand Campus. This investment underscores McLeod Health’s dedication to cultivating a well-prepared healthcare workforce in the community.
Monica Vehige, CEO of McLeod Loris Seacoast, emphasized the importance of this partnership with HGTC in preparing high-quality graduates for the healthcare industry. By investing in nursing and allied health programs at HGTC, McLeod Health is not only ensuring a skilled workforce but also contributing to the overall health and vitality of the community.
The HGTC Nursing & Health Sciences Institute has set ambitious goals, including introducing a world-class simulation learning environment, increasing nursing enrollment to 600 students by 2030, providing valuable clinical rotation and internship opportunities, and attracting top-tier healthcare faculty to HGTC. These initiatives will help enhance the education and training of future healthcare professionals and elevate the quality of healthcare in the region.
The collaboration between McLeod Health and HGTC aims to benefit both organizations and the community they serve. With this investment, HGTC can continue to provide quality education and training for its students while also ensuring that they have access to valuable clinical experiences that will prepare them for successful careers in healthcare. This partnership is an excellent example of how organizations can work together to improve their communities’ health outcomes while also advancing their own goals.
The check presentation ceremony was attended by representatives from both organizations who expressed their excitement about this new collaboration. The event marked a significant milestone in both organizations’ efforts to develop a skilled healthcare workforce that will benefit not only themselves but also the community they serve.
Overall, this partnership highlights the shared commitment of these two organizations towards developing a skilled healthcare workforce that will contribute positively towards improving overall health outcomes in our community.
