• Sherri Woody: A passion for empowering nurses

    February 23rd, 2009

    Sherri L. Woody, RN, Clinical Education and Professional Development at DUMC, received the Award for Excellence in Nursing Education. A colleague said: “Sherri is passionate about empowering nurses to achieve…

  • Wanda Williamson: A teacher by experience

    February 20th, 2009

    Wanda Williamson, MLPN, Heart Services at DUH, received the Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice, LPN. A colleague said: “Wanda has been a nurse at Duke for over 41 years.…

  • Betty Watson: For her, the patient comes first

    February 18th, 2009

    Betty Watson, RN, Patient Resource Management at DUMC, received the Edward and Florence O’Keefe Award for Excellence in Oncology Nursing Practice. A physician said: “Betty is a seasoned shoulder to…

  • Paul Jamrozy: A man who goes the extra mile

    February 17th, 2009

    Paul Jamrozy, Duke Raleigh Patient Transport, received a Champions of Excellence award: “Paul Jamrozy is a very dedicated employee. Besides his comforting manner with patients and their families, he never…

  • Joy Tyson: a true patient advocate

    February 16th, 2009

    Joy Tyson, RN, Emergency Department at Durham Regional Hospital, received the DRH Medical Staff Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice. A colleague said: “Joy is a true patient advocate. She…

  • Linda Taylor: Gentle but firm patient advocate

    February 13th, 2009

    Linda Taylor, RN, Operating Room at DUH, received the Award for Excellence in Nursing Leadership. A colleague said: “Linda is an excellent communicator. She keeps the patients’ families informed if…

  • Dina Ibrahim: A bundle of energy and compassion

    February 12th, 2009

    Dina Ibrahim, Duke Raleigh Surgical Services, received a Champions of Excellence award: “As the general Team Leader, Dina Ibrahim has expanded her role and has worked endlessly to create a…

  • Felicia J. Street: Fulfilling a calling with love, skill

    February 11th, 2009

    Felicia Jamison Street, RN, Wound Management at Durham Regional Hospital, received the Hill-Rom Wound Care Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice. A patient’s family said: “Felicia has excellent professional nursing…

  • Jerry Fuller: A volunteer par excellence at DRaH

    February 10th, 2009

    Jerry Fuller, Duke Raleigh Volunteer Services, received a Champions of Excellence award: “Jerry Fuller is an irreplaceable member of our family, and his selfless contributions are approaching legendary magnitude, with…

  • Meryle S. Schwartz: Ready to lend a hand

    February 9th, 2009

    Meryle S. Schwartz, RN, Operating Room at Durham Regional Hospital, received the DRH Medical Staff Award for Excellence in Nursing Practice. A colleague said: “Meryle is conscientious, thorough and prepared.…