Alumni Association Spotlight: Donna Reams

“I started out working for a local physician’s office as a secretary, and then went to work at the hospital as a Physical Therapy Technician. It was then that I realized I wanted to pursue a career in the healthcare field,” NCC Alumna Donna Reams remembers. It all started for Donna in 1992 when she enrolled at Nash Community College in pursuit of an Associate Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Donna chose Nash Community College because of its location and the flexibility it offered, allowing her to take care of her family. While at Nash, she was a member of Gamma Beta Phi Honor Society, serving as secretary of the Physical Therapist Assistant Student Organization, and was named to the Who’s Who Among American Junior College Students. After a lot of hard work, she graduated with honors as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 1997.

“I have been employed with Nash Health Care Systems for seventeen years, serving in a variety of roles including Physical Therapist Assistant, Unit Coordinator, and currently the Rehab Supervisor in the Acute Care Setting,” Reams said. “I love my job, and Nash Community College helped me to achieve a priceless gift. My respects are given to the instructors in my program. It was tough, but they prepared me for the workforce and have played a major role in my success.”

Since graduating from Nash Community College, Donna’s daughter also graduated from Nash Community College with an Associate’s Degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. Just like her mother, Heather has gone on to find success within her own career. “Nash Community College, and my decision to return to school had a major impact on my daughter’s decision to go into the field.”

Donna offered these simple words of advice for all: “These blocks on life’s journey can be either building blocks or road blocks; it is your choice.” – Author Unknown