Leadership
David Theroux, FACHE MBA
Chief Executive OfficerDavid joined the team at Hendry Regional Medical Center in July of 2007. Since that time, he has assumed progressive levels of responsibility, ultimately leading to his February, 2018 appointment as the hospital's Chief Operating Officer. David holds a Masters of Business Administration from South University and is credentialed as a Fellow with the American College of Healthcare Executives. David has over 20 years in the healthcare industry with experience in clinical operations, life safety, emergency management, compliance, and facility operations.
Troy E. Eller
Chief Financial OfficerTroy Eller is the Chief Financial Officer at Hendry Regional Medical Center since May 2021. Mr. Eller has over 20 years of diverse healthcare experience including hospital financial operations, revenue cycle management, and managed care contracting. Mr. Eller earned his MBA at Indiana Wesleyan University and is a proud U.S. Army Veteran. He is responsible for the financial operations of Hendry Regional Medical Center.
Dakota Redd, BSN, RN
Chief Nursing OfficerDakota Redd is the Chief Nursing Officer at Hendry Regional Medical Center in Clewiston, Florida, a role he has held since March 2021. In 2023, he was recognized by the Florida Rural Health Association as a “Healthcare Hero” for his leadership and courage in transforming the hospital’s culture.
Dakota’s healthcare journey spans more than forty years, beginning with eighteen years in critical care nursing, initially focused on cardiovascular care. He later transitioned into nursing leadership, serving in roles ranging from Nursing Supervisor to Department Director, overseeing areas such as Cardiac Care and the Emergency Department. From 2004 to 2006, he served as Interim Chief Nursing Officer at a 167-bed community hospital. In 2010, he moved into post-acute care as Chief Nurse Executive for two LTACH hospitals in the St. Louis area. In 2012, he was named Chief Nursing Officer of a 100-bed rehabilitation hospital, a joint venture with Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri.
Currently, Dakota’s primary focus is cultivating a thriving hospital culture. Drawing on the research of Shawn Achor (The Happiness Advantage) and the science of positive psychology, along with insights from Dr. Brené Brown on workplace vulnerability and trust, and business leaders such as Simon Sinek and Jim Collins, he works to foster environments where employees can truly flourish.
His mission is to combat workplace incivility and bullying, reduce burnout, and create sustainable cultures built on trust, authentic communication, respect, inclusion, innovation, and high standards of excellence.
Temiela E. Blackman, MA, RHIT
Quality/HIM Director, HIPAA Privacy OfficerTemiela Blackman is a proud graduate of Clewiston High School. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Intercultural and Organizational Communications (magna cum laude) with a minor in Sociology, followed by a Master’s degree in Communication Studies from Florida Atlantic University. She is also a Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT®), combining her expertise in communication with a strong foundation in healthcare administration.
A passionate advocate for community engagement, Temiela is an active member of Women Involved in Supporting the Hospital (WISH), where she contributes her time and talents to advancing healthcare initiatives.
Temiela began her career at HRMC in 2009 and has since advanced through multiple roles across the healthcare sector, continually broadening her professional experience.
The middle daughter of six siblings, Temiela values the support and energy of her close-knit family. Outside of work, she enjoys reading, writing, and drawing—always seeking new ways to express her creativity and love of learning.
Jeannette Collins
Employee Experience DirectorJeannette Collins serves as the Employee Experience Director at Hendry Regional Medical Center, where she leads strategic human resources efforts focused on workforce engagement, operational excellence, and culture development.
In her role, Jeannette oversees key functions including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, compensation strategy, and employee relations. She supports system-wide improvements, including the implementation of ADP Workforce Now and enhancements to performance management processes.
Jeannette holds a Master of Science in Human Resource Development from Villanova University and is SHRM-SCP certified. She is committed to building a healthy, high-performing workforce where employees feel supported, engaged, and empowered to succeed.