Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System is accepting nominations for the second annual Nursing Hall of Fame to honor registered nurses and licensed practical nurses who exemplify dedication and compassion in patient care at the bedside, in the home or any other location served by the organization.
Nominations for the hall of fame will be accepted from healthcare system staff, volunteers and the members of the community who have interacted with nurses in the organization. Nominees are required to be direct patient care providers.
Julie Ward, RN, MSN, Vice President, Patient Care Services explained that “this award will be presented annually to two recipients from Hutchinson Regional Medical Center and one recipient from each additional Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System entity where RN’s and LPN’s are employed.”
Kevin Miller, F.A.C.H.E., President and CEO of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System, said he hopes that former patients who have experienced exemplary care will nominate candidates for inclusion into the Hall of Fame.
“Nurses at all levels are the backbone of a healthcare facility, and those employed at Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System enjoy an outstanding reputation for going above and beyond the call of duty to provide compassionate care,” Miller said.
Nominations will be accepted through Friday, April 25, 2014. Application forms are available at any Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System location, or on the web at www.hutchregional.com.
Hall of Fame inductees will be announced in May, one week prior to Nurse’s Week. Recipients will receive a special gift and cash award.
Anyone desiring a nomination form or additional information regarding the Hall of Fame may contact Dana Shimel at Hutchinson Regional Medical Center at 665-2004.