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A unique program focused on nurse attraction and retention in South Carolina.

11/05/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: TAYLOR DOWNS!

Taylor Downs found the perfect way to combine two passions: science and helping others!

A graduate of the University of South Carolina Beaufort with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Taylor has spent the past year working as a registered nurse in the Lowcountry, gaining valuable experience and developing her skills.

Her nursing education helped shape her commitment to being compassionate, dependable, and focused on providing thoughtful, patient-centered care.

Through the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI), Taylor will have additional support as she continues her professional development and invests in the community she serves.

We're proud to help nurses like Taylor build lasting careers right here in the Lowcountry!

💙 Read Taylor's full story:
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11/03/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: BRYAN CROSBY!

"Nursing is everything to me!"

Those words from Bryan Crosby reflect the passion and dedication he brings to his profession. Bryan believes he has been called by God to care for others, and he strives every day to become the most knowledgeable and capable nurse he can be.

For Bryan, nursing is both a calling and a commitment to helping people when they need it most.

Receiving support through the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) will also make a meaningful difference for Bryan and his family, helping ease financial pressures as he continues building his nursing career.

We're proud to support Bryan and grateful to have nurses with his dedication caring for our Lowcountry communities!

💙 Read Bryan's full story:
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11/01/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: TIANNA CLEVELAND!

For Tianna Cleveland, nursing is a dream come true, especially because she gets to care for some of our community's newest arrivals!

Tianna has always loved babies and dreamed of becoming a nursery nurse. Today, she's beginning her nursing career caring for newborns at her local community hospital, helping families during one of the most special times in their lives.

With a genuine heart for serving others, Tianna is especially grateful to be building her career in the community she calls home.

We're proud that the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) can support Tianna's professional growth while helping keep dedicated nurses like her serving Lowcountry families!

💙 Read Tianna's full story:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/30/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: ZACHARY BRITTAIN!

After graduating from Clemson University, Zachary Brittain moved to Beaufort in 2021 and continued his education at the Technical College of the Lowcountry, earning his Associate Degree in Nursing.

An outdoor enthusiast who enjoys spending time on the water, Zachary has embraced life in the Lowcountry. He chose nursing because he genuinely enjoys caring for people and hopes to make a positive difference in each patient's day.

Zachary also recognizes the challenges of building a career in an area with a high cost of living.

We're proud that the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) can help ease those financial pressures, allowing dedicated nurses like Zachary to focus on what matters most: caring for our neighbors!

💙 Read Zachary's full story:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/27/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: JULIA BRANTLEY!

For Julia Brantley, nursing is about helping people feel supported, comfortable, and cared for in the place they call home.

As a home health nurse and mother of two, Julia understands the importance of balancing family responsibilities with a meaningful career. She is passionate about helping patients maintain their independence, improve their health, and enjoy a better quality of life.

Julia's commitment to meeting patients where they are reflects the important role home health nurses play throughout the Lowcountry.

We're proud that the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) can support Julia's continued professional growth while helping keep compassionate nurses like her serving our communities!

💙 Read Julia's full story:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/24/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: KATHRYN BENDLE!

Kathryn Bendle is beginning her nursing career with a special focus on caring for children and families in our community!

A graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina College of Nursing, Kathryn is a Pediatric Registered Nurse with Beaufort-Jasper-Hampton Comprehensive Health Services in Jasper County. She's passionate about providing quality healthcare to families, regardless of their financial circumstances.

Through the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI), Kathryn will receive support that helps with student loans and professional development, including additional certifications and educational opportunities.

We're proud to help Kathryn continue serving Lowcountry families and build a rewarding nursing career right here in our community!

💙 Read Kathryn's full story:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/22/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: HALEY BADER!

Haley Bader believes hospitals are more than places for medical treatment. She sees them as places of healing, hope, and compassion, where nurses have the privilege of helping patients through some of life's most vulnerable moments.

For Haley, nursing means caring for the whole person while continually learning and strengthening the skills that make a difference for patients and their families.

With support from the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI), Haley can pursue additional education and professional growth while continuing to serve patients in the Lowcountry.

We're proud to invest in dedicated nurses like Haley who bring both knowledge and compassion to our local healthcare community!

💙 Read Haley's full story and meet our other recipients:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/19/2026

💙 MEET OUR FALL 2026 SCNRI RECIPIENT: KAYLA ANDREO!

For Kayla Andreo, the Lowcountry has always felt like a second home. Originally from Connecticut, Kayla graduated from Salve Regina University in May and now serves as a registered nurse in the Progressive Care Unit at Hilton Head Hospital.
Inspired by her mother's compassion for family members in need and her father's dedication to community service, Kayla knew she wanted a career that made a meaningful difference in people's lives.

We're proud that the South Carolina Nurse Retention Initiative (SCNRI) can support Kayla as she builds her nursing career right here in the Lowcountry, a place she now calls home!

💙 Read Kayla's full story and learn more about our nurse retention recipients:
https://loom.ly/n9T70Ks

10/17/2026

SCNRI is proud to support nurses in the critical early years of their careers. These are the years when new graduates are deciding where to live, work, and build roots. Community support can make all the difference.
More nurses. Better care. Stronger communities. That is the mission behind SCNRI.

10/15/2026

The demand for nurses is not slowing down. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects about 189,100 openings for registered nurses each year, on average, over the decade. Supporting SCNRI means supporting a local solution to a national workforce challenge.

Address

4 Northridge Drive
Hilton Head Island, SC
29925

Telephone

+18436819100

Website

http://www.scnurseretention.org/

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