Hamlin Family Health Center staffs up to meet increased demand for walk-in care

HAMLIN — The Hamlin Family Health Center has expanded its staff to meet the great demand for walk-in patient care.
Wayne Memorial Community Health Centers (WMCHC) officials say the public has responded positively to the initiative since developing walk-in care in 2014. Staff has been added during peak times to ensure patients are seen in a timely manner.
"The demand for walk-in services has increased both locally and nationally as patients seek the convenience of same day, on-demand care for conditions such as colds, minor cuts and allergic reactions,” said Frederick Jackson, executive director at WMCHC.
Jeanette Parker, a certified advanced practice registered nurse, is now treating patients at the Hamlin facility as WMCHC's third dedicated walk-in provider. She works alongside Nicole Sklareski and Daniel Harmuth to help address the increased volume.
“Jeanette is a great addition to our staff as we continue to build our provider base servicing the southern Wayne County area," said Jackson.
Parker earned a doctor of nursing practice degree, master of science degree in nursing, and a bachelor of science in nursing from the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston, S.C. She also holds a bachelor of arts degree in international relations and French from the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Va.
Previously she was employed as a hospitalist for Roper Hospital in South Carolina and Vidant Medical Center in rural North Carolina. She held the position of lead instructor for the RN and Patient Care Technician Skills Lab at the Medical University of South Carolina Hospital, where she also worked as a registered nurse in various disciplines, including orthopedics, acute cardiac, acute medical, and trauma.
The Hamlin Family Health Center also employs primary care providers Charles Kovalchick, a board-certified family physician; Norina Manassy, a certified physician assistant; and Derek Bowers, MD, a family physician.
Located at 543 Easton Turnpike, the center offers primary and walk-in care and X-ray services seven days a week. Laboratory services provided by Wayne Memorial Hospital are available at the same location Monday through Friday.
Women’s health services are offered by appointment only.
For more information call 570-689-9965.