Regina Hesington, RN

Regina Hesington is an accomplished nursing leader with more than 13 years of experience dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing quality care across multiple healthcare settings. Currently serving as Director of Nursing at Fox Subacute in Philadelphia, Hesington has built her career around compassionate leadership, clinical excellence, and a deep commitment to supporting patients with complex medical needs. Her primary expertise includes ventilator and tracheostomy care, while her broad clinical background also encompasses orthopedics, post-anesthesia care, and intermediate surgical intensive care.

Hesington began her nursing journey at Fox Subacute, where she first developed her passion for patient care and long-term rehabilitation nursing. Over the years, she expanded her clinical experience through positions at several respected healthcare institutions, including Rothman Orthopaedic Specialty Hospital, Lower Bucks Hospital, and Thomas Jefferson University Hospital. These roles allowed her to gain extensive experience in orthopedic nursing, post-anesthesia recovery, and intermediate surgical ICU care while strengthening her ability to manage high-acuity patient populations. Even as her career evolved, she maintained a strong connection to Fox Subacute, ultimately returning in a leadership capacity to help guide patient care operations and nursing excellence.

A graduate of Bucks County Community College, where she earned her Associate’s degree in 2013, Hesington has remained committed to lifelong learning and professional development. She maintains multiple advanced certifications, including ACLS, PALS, BLS, Trauma, and Burn certifications, reflecting her dedication to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. She is also pursuing certification in legal nurse consulting through Manor College, further expanding her expertise at the intersection of healthcare and legal advocacy. In addition, she is an active member of both the Pennsylvania Association of Directors of Nursing Administration and the Pennsylvania Health Care Association.

Originally from Jersey City, Hesington relocated to Pennsylvania with her family approximately 20 years ago and has since devoted her career to serving patients and healthcare communities throughout the state. She finds tremendous fulfillment in leadership because it allows her to advocate for patients and ensure their needs are met on a broader organizational level. Passionate about mentoring staff, improving systems of care, and creating positive patient experiences, Hesington continues to pursue her long-term goal of becoming a Chief Nursing Officer. Through her dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence, she remains a respected and impactful leader within the nursing profession.

• Associates - Bucks County Community College (2013)

• ACLS
• PALS
• BLS
• Trauma
• Burn

• PADONA
• PHCA