As we approach the special time established in May for National Hospital Week and National Nursing Week, Sebasticook Valley Hospital (SVH) in Pittsfield makes preparations for two special employee awards. This is the third year SVH will present its Annual Nursing Excellence Award. Previous winners include Brenda Mendonca (2005 - Peri-Operative Services) and Jane Leary (2006 - Medical-Surgical Unit).
The Nursing Excellence Award is an annual recognition to honor the significant contributions nurses make to our hospital. The commendation is given to a staff nurse who demonstrates clinical excellence; commitment to SVH's mission, vision and strategic plan; emulates SVH's values and core competencies; projects a positive, professional demeanor; and strives for continued professional development and excellence. The nominees for this year's award are
Valerie Barrows (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Betsy Brown (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Ruth Cianchette (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Renee Gilarde (Medical-Surgical Unit)
Kelly Madigan-Graves (Emergency Department)
Crystral Greaves (Emergency Department)
Kerri Jones-Losee (Emergency Department)
Brenda Mendonca (Peri-Operative Unit)
Alison Ramsdell (Peri-Operative Unit)
Margaret Zephier (Staff Development)
This will be the first year for a new award at the hospital – the SVH Pinnacle Award. Each year one employee will be chosen from nominees who have contributed to Sebasticook Valley Hospital's strategic priorities and emulate the hospital values and competencies. This is an exceptional employee, who inspires others to follow in their commitment to SVH and exemplifies why SVH is the "Best Small Hospital in Maine." Nominees for the Pinnacle Award are
Jen Aspelund (Diagnostic Services/Radiology)
Mike Beane (Information Systems)
Sandi Delano (Clinical Consultant)
Tammy Hatch (Human Resources)
Mike Holcomb (EMS Coordinator)
Paula Hughes (Materials Management)
Both the SVH Nursing Excellence Award and the SVH Pinnacle Award will be presented at the Annual SVH Employee Recognition Banquet scheduled for May 3 at the Millennium Center in Palmyra. |
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