A Father and Daughter Nursing Journey at CHA HPMC

For one family, nursing is more than a career. It is a shared purpose.

We are proud to share the story of a father and daughter who are both part of our nursing team, each contributing their skills and experience in different areas of patient care.

With 29 years of nursing experience, Rodelio Bayas, MSN, RN, has built a career at CHA HPMC grounded in professionalism and compassion. He currently serves as a registered nurse in the Surgical Acute and Telemetry Unit.
Inspired by her father’s journey, Margaret Bayas, RN, began her own nursing career last December as a New Grad RN in the Emergency Department at CHA HPMC.

We sat down with them to talk about their journeys into nursing, their experiences working at the same hospital, and how mentorship and shared purpose continue to shape their careers.

Questions for Margaret (New Grad RN, Emergency Department):

Q. Did your father inspire you to become a nurse?
A. Yes, absolutely. My dad really inspired me to become a nurse. Seeing everything he’s been through, the ups and the downs, motivated me to pursue nursing as well. Watching what he does and the impact he has made really influenced my decision, and so far, I’ve loved it.

Q. Why did you choose CHA HPMC?
A. I chose CHA HPMC because of its mission and what my father shared with me about the work environment. Everyone here is very close-knit and supportive, and I think that’s extremely important in a workplace. While patient care is always the main focus, enjoying your job and learning from those around you also matters. CHA HPMC provides a continuous learning environment, and that’s why I chose to work here.

Q. You’re currently working in the Emergency Department. How has that experience been so far?
A. I’ve really enjoyed working in the ED. It can be chaotic at times, but it allows me to apply my new skills and continuously learn. Being able to track my progress and grow as a nurse in this environment has been very important to me.

Q. Why did you choose the Emergency Department?
A. I chose the ED because of the fast-paced environment. I enjoy staying active and moving rather than being in one place. I also like seeing different patient acuities and medical conditions. Being exposed to all of that has been a great learning experience, and I’ve really enjoyed it so far.

Q. What does it mean to work at the same hospital as your father?
A. First of all, carpooling! That’s definitely a big plus. But more importantly, I enjoy being able to debrief with him after work. I’ll tell him about a patient or a situation I experienced for the first time, and he always takes the time to teach me. Even though he’s my dad, he shares valuable tips and guidance that help me learn and grow as a nurse.

Questions for Rodelio (MSN, RN, Surgical Acute and Telemetry Unit):

Q. What advice did you share with your daughter as she started her nursing career?
A. I told her not to take things personally, especially when dealing with patients. Always remain professional in how you speak and how you provide patient care. At the end of the day, it’s about the patient. We are here for them, and they are the reason we do what we do. That should always be the number one priority.

Q. How does it feel to see your daughter begin her nursing career at the same hospital?
A. It feels like harvest time. Seeing her enjoy nursing the way I once did is incredibly rewarding. Being able to pass on my skills and experiences to her means a lot to me. I truly believe she will become a fantastic nurse.
 
 
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