Petal Award Winners

Brittany Beach-Gandy, Unit clerk, 3 West Observation, Mullica Hill

“There is no more important individual to any medical unit than the unit secretary. Throughout the day, Brittany answers calls from physicians, family members, and other units within the hospital. Between those calls, the call bells are ringing with patient requests and calls for help. Brittany helps with patient charts, faxes, and files - she truly is a manager’s right-hand for making copies and researching anything anyone needs. She is the first face you see on the unit. She greets family members coming for a visit, ambulance transporters picking up or delivering a patient, transporters within the hospitals, and although she may get busy, her smile makes you feel comfortable and it never fades. She, and all those sitting in her seat and accomplishing tasks of the unit secretary, are jack of all trades and are most definitely the most important people we tend to overlook.” -

Coworker

Holly Gilliard, Patient care tech, Nursing Pool, Vineland

“Holly was exceptional with a very difficult patient. She was the best 1:1 aide I had in three days for this patient. She kept him engaged and calm throughout the entire shift. The patient connected with her so easily and effortlessly. She spoke to the patient with respect and treated him so kindly, which is exactly what he needed. She was able to notice right away when he was becoming upset and was able to speak to him and redirect him in a way that the patient had forgotten why he was upset in the first place. She is truly amazing and exceptional with the care she provides to her patients!” - Coworker

Debbie Nichols, Respiratory therapist, Cardiopulmonary, Elmer

“A patient came in to give Debbie a card and candy as a thank you! Debbie was previously going to do a diagnostic breathing test on this patient but couldn’t when his condition was contraindicated for medical reasons. Instead of sending him home and rescheduling him for testing, she looked further into his situation. His follow-up appointment was scheduled for at least a month out. Debbie was able to contact an Inspira practice and worked with them to see the patient much sooner. The patient went to that appointment and was diagnosed with cancer and was able to receive treatment with no delay. Debbie goes out of her way to listen to patients and provide them with a compassionate experience. She is the best!” - Coworker