Homegrown: Jen Garnica’s STL Roots and Leadership at SSM Health

The STL Bucket List Show

In this episode of the STL Bucket List Show, Luke welcomes Jen Garnica, Chief Nursing Officer at SSM Health St. Louis University Hospital. A St. Louis native and proud leader in local healthcare, Jen shares her story — from growing up in the city to leading one of its most advanced and mission-driven hospitals.
Located in the heart of downtown, SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital is a Level I Trauma Center and a teaching hospital affiliated with Saint Louis University. The hospital boasts state-of-the-art facilities and plays a pivotal role in delivering life-saving care to the most critically ill patients in the region.
Jen talks about the unique culture of the hospital, where learning and growth happen every day alongside residents, and why people love to work there — it’s the best of the best.
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Tune in to hear how Jen’s deep St. Louis roots continue to inspire care, leadership, and community impact.

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