HCA Florida JFK North Hospital proudly welcomes Tessie Bowmaker, a seasoned Registered Nurse, as the newly appointed Director of the Critical Care Unit. Bowmaker brings a wealth of experience in patient care and staff management, recently serving as Nurse Manager IV at Cox Health in Springfield, Missouri.

A retired U.S. Army Reserve Captain, Bowmaker led the ICU and intermediate care ward operations at the 325th Combat Support Hospital in Kuwait from September 2011 to September 2012. Her leadership has consistently guided teams in delivering top-tier care to critically ill patients.

With a Master of Science in Nursing specializing in Advanced Practice Forensic Nursing from Duquesne University, a Master of Health Administration with a concentration in Healthcare from Missouri State University, and a Certified Nurse Manager and Leader credential from the American Organization for Nursing Leadership, Bowmaker is well-equipped for her role.