R i s i n g S ta r Presented to a nurse with less than two years total experience who demonstrates exceptional promise to advance the practice of nursing though enthusiasm, commitment, passion, and innovation.
Award Recipient
Amanda Bohanan, RN Clinical Nurse II Stoler Pavilion
Amanda is one of our newest nurses in the Stoler Pavilion. Originally hired to assist with our newer physicians, Amanda soon saw that there was a greater need. She immediately jumped in to see if she could help. This was not going to be an easy task, which Amanda knew, but she was up for the challenge. Her optimism and willingness to help out in a time of need landed her in the position of running one of the busiest and most demanding clinics that we have in Stoler. Each day, Amanda came to work knowing the challenges that were ahead of her. A few tears have been shed along the way but she persevered. She knew what needed to be done and set about getting it accomplished. Amanda has learned a totally new role as a nurse in taking a position here in Stoler. She has been successful in managing a high volume, ever demanding team. Award Recipient
Ashley Burnham, BSN, RN Clinical Nurse II Cardiac Surgery Intensive Care Unit
Ashely Burnham started in the CSICU as a nursing student and easily transitioned to the RN role. She continues to seek out new knowledge and new learning opportunities. Ashley is a team player, always offering help to her colleagues with a positive attitude. She provides excellent patient care and enjoys teaching the patient, as well as the family. Ashley is already able to place the nervous families at ease with her calm demeanor and attention to detail. We are fortunate to have Ashley on our team and look forward to her continued growth in her nursing career. Award Recipient
Natalie Elliott, RN Clinical Nurse I NeuroCare Acute Care Unit
She is a new nurse who started on our unit as a patient care technician. She is very organized and able to care for patients with various diagnoses. She uses critical thinking skills to plan care and to deal with the changing work environment. She maintains a sense of flexibility and adapts to change. She is always ready to help others and, although limited in experience, her hard work and commitment make her a nurse you want to work with. She is highly motivated to learn new things and she is a real team player. Natalie is a safe and efficient practitioner and committed to serving her patients and family members. She is diligent in identifying and assessing patient and family needs. She plans appropriately and provides high quality care to our complex patient population. Natalie consistently gives her best to her patients and their families and is a true asset to the unit. She is always helpful and is never too busy to offer help to others when needed. continued on page 40.
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