SEAFORD — Steven A. Rose is Nanticoke Health Services’ new president/Chief Executive Officer as part of a new senior management team, NHS Chairman of the board Robert Boyd announced Tuesday.

Mr. Rose, previously Nanticoke Health Services’ Chief Operating Office and Chief Nurse, has over 34 years experience in the health field. He replaces Mark Rappaport, who announced several months ago he is leaving Nanticoke for a job opportunity in New Jersey.

Mr. Rose’s experience includes nursing, hospital administration, and serving as Pennsylvania’s Medical State Area Command Executive Officer of the Army National Guard. He holds a Master’s Degree in Nursing from Pennsylvania State University and acquired a Post-Master’s Certificate in Hospital Administration from Villanova University.

Mr. Rose, along with his wife, Rosie, resides in Bridgeville.

"Steve is supported by a senior management team that brings a combination of extensive experience in operations, finance, nursing, and human resources," said Mr. Boyd. "Steve’s ability to positively guide the team to provide the highest levels of quality care and patient satisfaction, gives me the utmost confidence in the viability of Nanticoke Memorial Hospital."

Leadership changes effective Nov. 10 include the promotion of Mr. Thomas E. Brown, Nanticoke’s senior vice-president who has been serving as vice-president corporate development for the past seven years. Mr. Brown, who has a master’s in finance, has over 22 years of experience in marketing and development.

He is active in the community by serving on numerous boards and associations, including serving as President of the Greater Seaford Chamber of Commerce. He is also a past president of the Nanticoke Rotary and served on the Board of Directors for the Seaford Golf and Country Club.

Ms. Penny L. Short, RN, BSN has been promoted to Chief Nursing Officer. She will be responsible for providing a vision and strategic focus for nurses throughout the organization.

In addition, members of senior management will assume additional responsibilities. Ms. Theresa Drye, PHR, MBA will assume more administrative duties in addition to her current responsibility for Human Resources. Ms. Drye joined Nanticoke Health Services in 2006 and has more than 18 years of human resource, finance and operational experience. As Chief Administrative Officer, she will oversee Food Services, Occupational Health, Laboratory, Therapy Services, and other departments.

Mr. Darr Hall, CPA, responsible for Nanticoke Health Services financial operations management, will continue to hold the position of Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Hall has more than 30 years of experience in health systems. He has worked in all aspects of hospital financial operations and diversified health care environments.