Anyone have this situation….I applied for a position at HCA Healthcare.

14 Comments

1. AnonymousFebruary 18,2026 at 4:09PM UTC

   Move on

2. AnonymousFebruary 18,2026 at 6:00PM UTC

   Recruiters too are losing jobs daily these days. So, the recruiter may no longer work for the company or it was a send only/non-message receiving email address the recruiter used...

3. Boby BryanFebruary 18,2026 at 7:12PM UTC

   Yes — this happens more than you’d think. Many recruiting systems use outgoing-only mailboxes, so replies bounce. It stinks, but it’s not a personal rejection. Keep your head up and keep applying

4. AnonymousFebruary 19,2026 at 1:33PM UTC

   Careful with HCA. They are known for a lot of negativity.

   Overworking, understaffing and under paying.

5. Beth Whight MoralesFebruary 19,2026 at 1:47PM UTC

   Does not receive emails means the organization has updated her email so she cannot receive emails outside of her organization. This usually only happens if they terminate someone, so it’s possible she’s not there anymore.

6. AnonymousFebruary 19,2026 at 2:02PM UTC

   I agree with one of the other comment about HCA. They are re shifting and firing many people. So, it’s possible the recruiter no longer works there. I would avoid HCA if possible because they over work people and underpay. Each day is like

   living life on the edge. They change processes over night and you just have to go with the flow. The 2% raise is all you are going to get. The rates they are offering is not market rate. Please research and be aware. There’s too much politics and management is mostly aloof. Unhinged.

7. Erika REYNOLDSFebruary 19,2026 at 3:35PM UTC

   Sometimes people really do miss a letter in their work emails and they bounce back. My suggestion is to find what the format of the emails are, for ex: JHenry@some.pl.com. Find out how all peoples' emails are set up and then review what could be missing from the recruiter's email address.

8. AnonymousFebruary 20,2026 at 2:02PM UTC

   unless like my company does, some are first and last and some are first initial and last name and some are Dave instead of David - so no way to really know the email naming convention for some companies.

   I agree, the HR in the past is not the HR we have now and the lack of common courtesy is sad.

9. AnonymousFebruary 19,2026 at 6:54PM UTC

   Most ATS (applicant tracking systems) no longer take inbound emails once you have been rejected. Don't take it personally, instead if you need more information go to the companies press page and look at the email pattern for their press contact. Use that same pattern to reach people directly. Write a note to the hiring manager and ask for some feedback. If you hear nothing then walk away.

10. Evelyn LivantFebruary 20,2026 at 1:35PM UTC

    Unfortunately, very frequently. I’ve sort of gotten used to it. It’s pretty disgusting that recruiters who promise to keep in touch and reply then ghost you if you’re not chosen.

    But it’s part of job hunting.

    For the tens of employers who ghosted me, there are the ones who hired me.

    I know it’s tough but just move on. It’s no reflection on you.

    Somedays you have to be your own cheerleader.

11. AnonymousFebruary 20,2026 at 5:16PM UTC

    I second being wary of HCA. I have had nurse friends who have worked there and left due to toxicity. Go to Reddit and you will find some interesting stories. They are definitely not pro staff which is unfortunate. Perhaps look at this as a blessing in disguise. Wishing you all the best.

12. AnonymousFebruary 21,2026 at 1:19PM UTC

    It sounds like the energy of the universe is telling you.This job is not for you so I would stop trying

13. OLIVIA JOHNSONFebruary 24,2026 at 6:15PM UTC

    Hi there!

    Sorry to hear about your unfortunate experience. I did write an article about the Recruiter Brain so that people can get an understanding of what occurs and that it is not at all intentional though I agree unprofessional, however, in this situation I would throw out another thought, especially with the bounce back on her email. There is the possibility that this Recruiter may no longer work with the company. It could be a voluntary move as Recruiters do move around, but it could also be involuntary with the current culture we are experiencing.

    Talent Management/Acquisitions has been one of the common fields hit by layoffs within organizations.

    Just wanted to throw that possibility in the hat. It's definitely not an explanation for all recruiters but in this case the bounce back on the email may be a reason.

    What you can do:

    Take a look at LinkedIn to see if she is showing as still an employee. You can also attempt to reach out. I would simply state that you had a conversation with her however many weeks ago and want to be added to her network. Once accepted you can then reach back out and share your experience and if you have seen another opportunity on the site be prepared to incorporate that as well and ask her advice.

    Look for other Recruiters or members of the team on LinkedIn to reach out to. I would again secure the connection first but then in your next correspondence share that you lost contact with the Recruiter and would like to find out how they suggest you move forward.

    Then of course, there is moving on to the next one and keeping closer reigns on the process. Finding out the process and timelines before leaving the interview, sending thank you notes and check ins (1 week internal recruiters; 2 days if an external/third party Recruiter).

    Hope this is helpful.

    Best regards,

    Coach Olivia

14. Janet ParkhurstFebruary 28,2026 at 5:56AM UTC

    I think this is a great answer and, obviously, speaks of your knowledge and experience. However, the original poster did not even make it to the next level of interviews (the panel interview) so, if I were her, I would just move on. No need wasting time on what ifs, what went wrongs, whatever. They've moved on; so should she.