Whitney Gossens
About Whitney Gossens
Whitney Gossens is a Patient Care Associate in the Float Pool at UF Health Jacksonville, where she has worked since 2021. She has a diverse background in healthcare and property management, with previous roles including Patient Sitter and Healthcare Recruiter.
Work at UF Health Jacksonville
Whitney Gossens has been employed at UF Health Jacksonville since 2021 as a Patient Care Associate in the Float Pool. In this role, she provides direct patient care and support across various departments. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Patient Sitter in the Float Pool from 2020 to 2021, where she assisted nursing staff by monitoring patients and ensuring their comfort and safety.
Education and Expertise
Whitney Gossens holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the University of North Florida, which she completed from 2020 to 2023. She also studied Public Relations, Professional Writing, and Publishing at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, earning a Bachelor's of Arts from 2007 to 2011. Additionally, she participated in a study abroad program at the University of Wollongong in 2009, enhancing her educational background.
Background in Property Management
Whitney Gossens has extensive experience in property management, having worked in various roles across multiple companies. She served as a Property Manager at JWB Real Estate Companies from 2015 to 2018 and at St. Johns Properties from 2018 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she worked as an Assistant Property Manager and Leasing Specialist at MAA in Charlotte, NC, from 2012 to 2014.
Previous Healthcare Experience
Before her current role at UF Health Jacksonville, Whitney Gossens worked as a Healthcare Recruiter at Medical Solutions from 2019 to 2020. This position involved recruiting healthcare professionals, which provided her with insights into the healthcare industry and workforce needs.
High School Education
Whitney Gossens completed her high school education at Xavier High School, where she earned her High School Diploma from 2003 to 2007. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional pursuits.