Atlantic General Honors Nurses this Week
05-08-2012
National Nurses Week celebrated May 6-12, 2012
On May 6, 2012, Atlantic General Hospital is joining the American Nurses
Association in celebrating Nurses: Advocating, Leading, Caring, as part
of National Nurses Week, which is held May 6-12, every year. The purpose
of the week-long celebration is to raise awareness of the value of nursing
and help educate the public about the role nurses play in meeting the
health care needs of the American people.
In honor of the dedication, commitment, and tireless effort of the nearly
3.1 million registered nurses nationwide to promote and maintain the health
of this nation, the ANA and AGH are proud to recognize registered nurses
everywhere on this particular day for the quality work they provide seven
days a week, 365 days a year.
On May 6, 2012, Atlantic General Hospital is recognizing the efforts of
more than 200 outstanding nurses as well as CNAs, medical assistants,
unit secretaries and other caregivers. AGH nurses recognize the value
of not only the profession of nursing but also the support associates
that allow nurses to practice their profession to the highest degree of
excellence. Activities include Sundaes on Sunday, Breakfast on Tuesday
and a reception on Wednesday evening to announce the Nurse and the Nurse
Support Person of the year, along with several other nominees. And, to
give back, the nursing staff is collecting gently used scrubs to donate
to other healthcare entities in need. The hospital is planning an upcoming
beach party with the nurses to celebrate and acknowledge their hard work
throughout the year.
"AGH nurses strive for excellence in all they do. They lead the team
in providing AGH patients and their families with skilled, compassionate
care. Nurses assist and guide patients and families in the navigation
of a very complex healthcare system. Every second of every day, a nurse
somewhere makes an impact by either changing a life or saving a life,”
said Colleen Wareing, vice president of patient care services. “Here
at AGH, the work of our nurses makes a positive difference to countless
patients, families, and our community. As a registered nurse and a leader
at Atlantic General Hospital, I encourage all nurses on the Shore to celebrate
their advocacy, leadership and caring. And, on behalf of healthcare leadership
and the community, thank you!”
About Atlantic General Hospital
Atlantic General Hospital has been providing quality health care to the
residents of Worcester, Wicomico, Somerset (Md.) and Sussex (Del.) Counties
since May 1993. Built by the commitment and generosity of a dedicated
community, the hospital’s state-of-the-art facility in Berlin, Md.
combines old-fashioned personal attention with the latest in technology
and services. Atlantic General Health System, its network of more than
25 primary care provider and specialist offices, care for residents and
visitors throughout the region. For more information about Atlantic General
Hospital, visit www.atlanticgeneral.org.