In celebration of National Nurses Week, held from May 6th to May 12th, Jamaica and Flushing Hospitals organized a wide variety of events to show their appreciation to their dedicated nursing staff.
At Jamaica Hospital, the week began with an award ceremony to recognize nurses of distinction and continued with a wellness fair and cake and ice cream party. Nurses Beth Palmas , CNM (St. Albans), Darshani Singh, RN, (ER), Ruth Pido (Pediatric ER), and Anna Nicdao (4 North) were awarded. Team awards were also distributed to 6 South (Royal Award), PACU (TeamSTEPPS Award), 3 North and ED (Skin Care Team Award), Maternal Child Services (Quality Improvement Award) and the Stroke Unit (Gold Achievement Award).
There was also a staff appreciation day and a movie night. The week ended with a cultural diversity luncheon and fashion show, filled with delicious food, music and dancing, and an award ceremony organized by the American Nurses Association.
“Nurses are an integral part of patient care and we are always excited about the opportunity to acknowledge and show our nurses just how much they mean to the health community,” said Salve Torres, Director of Nursing at Jamaica Hospital.
Flushing Hospital held a cultural diversity luncheon as well, where an assortment of delectable dishes was on display.
“Flushing represents one of the most diverse towns in the borough of Queens, and we are very pleased that our nursing staff reflects this diversity,” said Ruben Silvestre, Director of Nursing and Patient Services at Flushing Hospital. “It was important to organize an event that honored their commitment to our institution, as well as celebrate their diversities.”
To all of our nurses, your work is appreciated and we thank you!!