Hospital News - Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces

Beth Hendricks, Nurse Educator; LaunchPoint Nurse Residency Program Director

July 10, 2020

After 8 years as a Managing Hairstylist I started having dreams about going back to school. My initial semester focused on Social Service, but I quickly changed my major to Nursing after speaking with a guidance counselor who said my experience with people, interest in science and sense of rumor would make a great nurse. Unlike most nurses, I ‘tried” it. 14 years later I couldn’t imagine doing anything else.

Memorial Heroes: Alva Holguin, RN, Team Lead

July 2, 2020

My main motivation in this chosen career path is to be the voice for the Hispanic population in health care. I also love supporting women as they labor, being part of welcoming life into the world is an amazing experience.

Summer Safety: Tips to Help You Stay Protected and Healthy While Enjoying the Season

June 26, 2020

With summer officially here, chances are you are hoping to take advantage of the season’s many opportunities to get outside and enjoy nature. And while it’s important to remember that COVID-19 is still here and we should be doing everything we can to stop the spread of this virus, taking a break to get outside, soak up some vitamin D and enjoy a little fun in the sun can do a world of good for your physical and mental health. Whether you’re taking the family to a mountain cabin, having a picnic in the park or prioritizing some pool time, remember to take the steps to help keep you, your family and your community healthy and safe and help prevent the spread of COVID-19.

Memorial Heroes: Ernest Perez, Nurse Recruiter and Occupational Health Manager

June 25, 2020

Recruiting and hiring the right people is important to creating strong teams that work well together in delivering safe patient care. I strive to help foster an environment in which everyone, regardless of title, feels safe to speak up about concerns, especially those that impact patient care.

Memorial Heroes: Camber Erickson, RN Team Leader

June 19, 2020

"I have always been interested in science and been good with people. Nursing seemed like the perfect marriage of those things."