Orlando Health said that all employees of the Rockledge hospital who are “in good standing and open to jobs in other Orlando health locations are guaranteed positions within the organization. Some positions may require trips or reinstallation “.
Lance Skelly, Director of the Public and Media Relations System at Health First, the biggest health care company in Brevard, said that the announcement of Orlando Health according to which he closed the Rockledge hospital “does not come A shock nor a surprise, like us – like the community – have long understood the physical challenges present in the establishment, which makes it difficult to provide safe care and accessible to Patients.
Skelly said Health First is finalizing details to build and open two new independent emergency services in Brevard County by 2027. Their locations could be announced in next month.
“While the Space Coast Community is continuing its rapid development and expansion, this region will absolutely need a solid health care network that will develop and meet these future needs and requests,” said Skelly. “While our community continues to grow, the need for accessible and high quality emergency care has never been so critical. These new facilities will help guarantee that residents have practical access to the care they need nearby from home. “
