Winners announced during Tuesday ceremony at Frederick Health
Hospital
FREDERICK, Md., May 13, 2024
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Frederick Health, the largest healthcare
provider in Frederick County, is
pleased to announce the Nurses of the Year. Each year, the
organization honors two nurses with this award – one in direct
patient care and one in indirect care/administrative.
"I've always felt privileged to be part of
this team of healthcare providers. It means a lot to be recognized
by my peers, whom I really admire," Nicodemus stated.
Jeb Gibson, a Clinical Nurse
Specialist, was named the Indirect Care Nurse of the Year.
"This is such an incredible honor. I have the benefit of being
surrounded by an amazing team. I am truly humbled," said
Gibson.
Wearing many hats, Jeb is a strong nurse, educator, paramedic,
and Clinical Nurse Specialist. Working in the emergency department
can sometimes be challenging, but Jeb has accomplished a great deal
in helping to keep this community healthy. His years of experience,
certifications, and education make him a strong leader and patient
advocate. Throughout the pandemic, Jeb rose to the challenge and
supported the hospital.
"He routinely shows his dedication, compassion, leadership, and
expertise; he is a proven, trusted asset to Frederick Health," said
Peggy McNeill, Director of Nursing
Quality and Professional Practice
Ellen Nicodemus, a Registered
Nurse with Pediatrics, was named the Direct Care Nurse of the
Year.
"I've always felt privileged to be part of this team of
healthcare providers. It means a lot to be recognized by my peers,
whom I really admire," Nicodemus stated.
According to her colleagues and supervisors, Ellen is a
fantastic asset to the Pediatrics team. With over 22 years of
experience, she is a leader and someone all staff look up to,
always there to aid others with a smile. The Pediatrics Department
praised Ellen for her way of teaching both clinical expertise and
the art of compassion.
"Ellen is the epitome of the art of nursing. She has the
delicate balance of skill, compassion, integrity, and experience
that all nurses should strive for," said Charli Crawford, Manager, Pediatrics
Department.
About Frederick Health
Frederick Health provides comprehensive healthcare services to the
residents of Frederick County. The
system includes Frederick Health Hospital, Frederick Health Medical
Group, Frederick Health Employer Solutions, Frederick Health Home
Care, and Frederick Health Hospice. Frederick Health Medical Group
is a multi-specialty practice with more than 120 providers, 22
specialties and 25 locations across the county. The system has
several ambulatory care locations, the freestanding James M
Stockman Cancer Institute, four urgent care locations, and the
Frederick Health Village. With 4,000 team members, Frederick Health
provides a full spectrum of healthcare and wellness services to
support its mission to positively impact the well-being of every
individual in our community.
For more information on Frederick Health, visit
http://www.frederickhealth.org
Media Contact
Josh Faust, Frederick Health
Hospital, 240-566-4816,
dgoff@cityoffrederickmd.gov, www.frederickhealth.org
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