Some people choose healthcare as a profession. For Jaimie Roxas, it was something she felt called to do.

From a young age, she watched her mother work as a nurse and saw how compassion and skill could change someone’s life. That early exposure didn’t just spark interest; it planted a sense of purpose. Jaimie knew she wanted to care for others and had to find the right path.

That path led her to respiratory therapy, and eventually to TriVent Healthcare at UAB Hospital, where she’s been making an impact since 2017.

Today, Jaimie brings a unique combination of clinical expertise, calm leadership, and heart to her role in acute and critical care. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Respiratory Therapy and later completed her MBA, both from the University of Alabama at Birmingham. With a background in both patient care and healthcare management, she plays an essential role on a high-performing team that handles some of the hospital’s most complex cases.

Jaimie was drawn to TriVent because of the challenge and purpose it offered. Working with patients who require complex respiratory care demands more than just technical skill. It requires focus, collaboration, and the ability to think critically on the spot.

“It gives me the opportunity to use critical thinking and have autonomy in patient care,” she says.

TriVent’s interdisciplinary, evidence-based approach allows that kind of focus. Therapists, providers, and nursing staff work closely together, with patient progress guiding every decision.

“Our ventilator weaning protocol is evidence-based, and everyone works together to support the patient’s progress,” Jaimie explains.

One patient success story that stands out most in Jaimie’s mind is Katie Hooks, who first received care as a patient in TriVent’s Special Care Unit before going on to become a respiratory therapist and colleague in the Children’s ER. At just 22, Katie was diagnosed with several autoimmune conditions and placed on a ventilator. Doctors believed she might never breathe on her own again. But once she was accepted into the Special Care Unit, Jaimie and the team helped guide her through recovery. Katie not only got off the ventilator but went on to return to college, graduate, and become a respiratory therapist herself.

“She’s a true full circle, TriVent success story,” Jaimie says.

Outside of work, Jaimie prioritizes balance through yoga and running, two activities that help her stay centered and energized in a demanding clinical environment.

Jaimie’s story is one of quiet dedication, lifelong learning, and deep compassion. Whether she’s guiding a patient toward recovery or mentoring a teammate, she leads with heart, skill, and an unwavering commitment to care.