BCHS Emerging Leaders Program: Nick Paghal

Nick Paghal was used to working behind the scenes to ensure Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) had the proper tools and equipment needed to offer care to our patients and community.

“My role primarily focused on managing inventories, orders and receipts, and coordinating the delivery of goods and services,” he reflects.

Despite enjoying this aspect of the job, Nick felt he was ready for a change.

“I’ve worked at this hospital for 16 years now and thought it was time to challenge myself to grow as a leader,” shares Nick. “The BCHS Emerging Leaders Program was a perfect opportunity to explore that.”

Upon completion of the Emerging Leaders Program, Nick is certain that this program helps you see the bigger organizational picture and grow in ways that benefit both you and your team.

“It makes you step out of your comfort zone and gain new perspectives in a safe space,” he shares. “It’s also a great chance to connect with peers, reflect on your own leadership style, and learn skills that you can use right away.”

After spending the past year navigating his new role as Stores Supervisor, Nick is more aware of how people focused leadership can be.

“Part of leadership is learning new approaches to working with people,” he says. “It isn’t about having all the answers, it’s about listening, being open to different perspectives, and working together to find solutions.”

BCHS invests in the development of future leaders. Congratulations to Nick who recently graduated from our in-house Emerging Leaders program. For more information on current career, volunteer, and patient and family advisor opportunities, visit: www.bchsys.org/careers