Post by AdventHealth

For Devon Burkhalter, a simple question from a restaurant guest helped reignite a dream she had carried for years. Today, she serves as assistant nurse manager in the emergency department at AdventHealth Minneola, where her calm presence and heart for others help shape care for a growing community. Her story is a reminder that encouragement can change the trajectory of a career, and that seeing potential in someone early can have a lasting impact on healthcare teams and the communities they serve. Sometimes the right words, at the right time, can open a door.