Team “Boots and Band-Aids” Donates to Nurses Education
Every day, our healthcare heroes go above and beyond to support our patients, demonstrating unparalleled commitment and compassion. At the October Apple Festival Rodeo in Tehachapi, our team of nurses traded surgical scrubs for cowboy hats and proved their dedication extends far beyond the hospital walls.
Our team, fittingly named Boots and Band-Aids, showcased their skills and spirit in an unforgettable event: field dressing a calf! Competing against nine other enthusiastic groups, Rachelle Roach, Austin Barnett, Kristina Jones and Bre Patterson demonstrated precision, teamwork and a healthy dose of fun as they outpaced the competition. Their hard work paid off as they claimed the grand prize — $2,500 to donate to the charity of their choice.
True to their mission of advancing care and supporting their colleagues, this team of three incredible nurses chose to donate the prize to the Nursing Education & Resilience Fund at Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley. Their decision reflects their unwavering commitment to ensuring nurses in our community have the resources and training needed to provide exceptional care.
This victory is more than a rodeo win — it’s a testament to the heart of our healthcare heroes, who give generously of their time, talents and treasure to make a difference in the lives of patients and colleagues. By supporting nursing education, they are investing in the future of healthcare in Tehachapi, empowering others to deliver the same level of compassionate and skilled care that defines Adventist Health.
To the Boots and Band-Aids team: Thank you for your incredible spirit and generosity! You’ve shown us once again that the care we provide is woven into the fabric of our community. We are so proud of your hard work, both on and off the field, and your dedication to ensuring that every patient receives the best care possible. This win isn’t just about $2,500 — it’s about the lives that will be touched by your kindness, the careers you’ll help shape, and the patients who will benefit from the enhanced expertise of our nursing staff.
Thank you for embodying the Adventist Health mission.