NEHES Member Spotlight

Wally Rucki
Director of Facilities, Northeast Hospital Corporation
wallace.rucki@gmail.com

How has NEHES/ASHE contributed to your career?
NEHES/ASHE has given me the educational opportunities and resources to enter a career in healthcare.

What is your background in the healthcare facilities field?
I am new to healthcare facilities; however, I spent 14 years at sea as a marine engineer. This gave me the in-depth knowledge required to properly operate, maintain, inspect, and otherwise manage equipment. Following that, I spent a year building and implementing preventative maintenance systems in a university setting. I have also continuously worked as an EMT and paramedic for over 16 years.

What do you enjoy most about your job?
Finding and creating solutions to create a safe environment for staff and patients.

What are your plans for future growth?
To continue learning in the facilities management and support services groups and become more acquainted with and involved in both NEHES and ASHE.