Tabetha is a registered nurse who has been working with young athletes for the past five years. She’s currently working at our North Campus in Plano. Get to know more about her in our Staff Spotlight below.

What’s your favorite part of your job?

My sports medicine coworkers. We have an environment of trust, support and respect. We are always having a good time.

What’s your favorite thing about the hospital?

The opportunity to equally care for all kids, regardless of their financial situation.

What skills do you need for your job?

Time management, good sense of humor, patience, ability to stay calm when things get busy, multitasking, problem-solving.

What was your first job? What path did you take to get here?

Sales at The Buckle in Memphis, Tennessee. My first nursing job was in Ventura, California, in pediatrics at a community hospital.

What is your favorite…

• Team building activity: When the North Campus staff joined a softball league last spring.
• Hospital event: The Annual Brandon Carrell Conference 

What’s your favorite…

• Place to travel: anywhere with sand, water and a view.
• Type of food: dessert, preferably gelato, ice cream or frozen yogurt

If you could have a superpower, what would it be?

Teleportation to eliminate my commute.

What is your favorite sport to watch? Do you have a favorite team?

College football – Michigan Wolverines, Go Blue!

What did you want to be when you grew up?

Marine biologist, I love animals.

What’s the most adventurous thing you’ve ever done?

A trip to Alaska that included ziplining, flying in small planes over glaciers, and visiting the Arctic Circle.