Two important national observances that recognize the hard work and dedication of nurses and hospital teams occur in May.
May 12 marks the birthday of Florence Nightingale – a caregiver during the Crimean War whose bravery and leadership helped create the nursing profession as we know it today.
Each May, Central Carolina Hospital sets aside these observance weeks to highlight the bravery of its caregivers. Over the past few years, the world of healthcare has faced many challenges. Through it all, caregivers and hospital staff have shown incredible courage, working night and day to provide essential services to the community.
National Nurses Week (May 6-12) celebrates Central Carolina Hospital’s more than 160 nurses and the invaluable role they play in caring for its patients and community. Whether it’s a yearly check-up, a screening, an emergency room visit, or treatment for a chronic illness, nurses go above and beyond the call of duty, providing compassionate, individualized care to each person and family.
National Hospital Week (May 12-18) recognizes the thousands of hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and the hundreds of thousands of dedicated workers who keep communities healthy. This week honors not just Central Carolina Hospital’s doctors and nurses but the countless other members of its staff who work behind the scenes to keep the hospital operational 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Whether they’re working by the bedside, the office, or the halls, more than 480 employees play a vital role in helping the hospital stay clean, safe, and responsive to patients’ needs.
“I feel incredibly grateful to work alongside these brave individuals, who have dedicated their careers and their lives to helping the lives of others,” said Santoemma. “This month, join me in expressing gratitude for the healthcare workers who you know – whether they are friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers, or acquaintances, they deserve our recognition all year round. We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our mission of making communities healthier. On behalf of the entire leadership team, thank you.”
~Article by Sandhills Sentinel contributor Dave Santoemma, chief executive officer, Central Carolina Hospital.
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