NEW Program Nurses Honored for 2018 Success
PELLA, Iowa— As part of the Nurse Week celebration at Pella Regional Health Center, nursing staff who have participated in the NEW (Nursing Excellence Within) Program from 2018 are honored. The NEW Program is a way to recognize and reward registered nurses within Pella Regional for their professional and personal growth and accomplishments.
The program centers on professional development, professional practice and behaviors, outcomes and community connections. There are 3 levels of participation, with each level requiring additional time and commitment. Examples of activities that could apply include obtaining an additional degree or certification, acting as a preceptor to students or volunteering within the community.
This year, several nurses achieved their goal level:
Cardiac
Linda Groenendyk Level 1
Education
Joan Vande Krol-Zylstra Level 2
Susan Vander Molen Level 2
Emergency
Sherri Church-Derringer Level 2
Amber Clark Level 1
Tami Fairbanks Level 2
Tracey Hall Level 2
Michelle Hunsinger Level 1
Ann Mills Level 1
Family Birthing Center
Carrie Kelderman Level 2
Home Health
Sheila Burgey Level 2
Infection Prevention
Jennifer Weidenaar Level 2
Infusion Center
Mary Jo Van Roekel Level 1
Medical Clinic in Monroe
Kim Jenkins Level 1
Medical Clinic in Ottumwa
Kiley Micetich Level 1
Medical Clinic in Prairie City
Tiffany Turner Level 1
Surgery
Pat Dykstra Level 1
Dan Schreur Level 1
Ramona Van Dusseldorp Level 1