By Vickie Jenkins, staff writer
In nursing, dependability is more than a good quality, it is a lifeline. When patients are scared, families are overwhelmed, and the unit is moving at full speed, the nurse who can be counted on makes all the difference. For Macy Gingham, RN, reliability is not just something she strives for. It is the foundation of who she is as a nurse and as a leader at Integris Canadian Valley Hospital in Yukon.
Macy serves as the Med/Surg Supervisor, a role that requires steady decision-making, clear communication, and a strong understanding of what patients and staff need most. She is married and has two stepdaughters, and she brings the same caring spirit from home into the hospital. Outside of work, she enjoys reading and crafting, hobbies that reflect her thoughtful personality and her attention to detail.
When asked to describe the qualities that make a strong nurse, Macy didn’t hesitate. She said a nurse must be a companion, someone patients can trust when they feel vulnerable and uncertain. “Everyone depends on you,” she said. “You have to be dependable, because people are counting on you.”
Macy shared that her strongest quality is her reliability. “I think my strongest quality is being reliable,” she said. “I want my coworkers and my patients to know they can trust me.” She works hard to stay consistent and steady, even on the busiest days.
Nursing can be unpredictable, and Med/ Surg is often a fast-paced environment where things can change in a moment. But Macy is the type of nurse who stays calm, focuses on the next right step, and helps guide the team forward. She understands that in healthcare, patients and coworkers need someone who will follow through and remain steady.
She also values being a resource for others. Over time, her coworkers have come to see her as someone they can go to when they need direction or encouragement. Whether it’s helping solve a problem, answering a question, or simply offering reassurance during a stressful shift, Macy is known for giving practical advice and supporting her team with patience and kindness.
One of the reasons she enjoys working at Integris Canadian Valley Hospital is the atmosphere created by her coworkers. She described the staff as feeling like family and said she appreciates the teamwork that comes from working closely together. “My coworkers feel like family,” she said. “It’s a good team, and we really support each other.”
She also likes the size of the hospital, noting that it is smaller than many others. For her, that smaller setting creates a close-knit environment where staff members truly know each other, work side-by-side, and share the same goal of providing excellent patient care. “I like that it’s a smaller hospital,” she said. “It feels more close-knit, and you get to know everyone.”
In her supervisory role, Macy helps keep the unit running smoothly while making sure the team has what it needs to deliver safe, high-quality care. Leadership in nursing is not always about being in the spotlight. Sometimes it is about being the steady person behind the scenes, supporting others and helping them succeed. Macy embraces that kind of leadership with understanding and purpose, and she understands that the best leaders are often the ones who listen first.
When asked what she wanted to be when she grew up, Macy said she always pictured herself in some kind of leadership role. “I always wanted to be in leadership,” she said.
That desire has stayed with her throughout her career, and it continues to motivate her today.
She enjoys learning and expanding her knowledge, and she believes growth is essential
in nursing. The field is always changing, and she wants to stay prepared and informed so she can lead with confidence and care. “I like to learn,” she said. “I’m always trying to
learn more so I can do better.”
Macy’s love of learning also benefits her team. A leader who is willing to keep growing sets an example for others. She encourages those around her to keep improving, to ask questions, and to stay curious. Her goal is not only to do her job well, but to help create a positive unit culture where nurses feel supported, valued, and proud of the work they do each day.
For Macy nursing is not simply a career. It is a commitment to people. It is showing up every day ready to serve, ready to work hard, and ready to be the person others can count on. Patients may not remember every detail of their hospital stay, but they remember how they were treated.
They remember the nurse who listened, the nurse who followed through, and the nurse who made them feel safe during a difficult time.
As a Med/Surg Supervisor at Integris Canadian Valley Hospital, Macy Gingham continues to build a reputation for steady leadership, compassion, and reliability. Her coworkers trust her, her patients benefit from her calm presence, and her team is stronger because of her commitment. In a profession where every moment matters, her dependable heart is exactly what nursing needs — and the kind of leadership that makes a lasting difference.
