Jan Knitz, our January Employee of the Month is
someone that is often heard but not seen. She is the always-friendly
voice of reason when you phone the office with a scheduling woe or
otherwise. Around the 10th of each month Jan works her magic to assure
our clients get the “best possible” coverage while also satisfying the
needs of our nurses and families. A nearly impossible task...and one
that many of us would refuse, even for a million $$$. But Jan has
perfected the art of scheduling like no other. And while we’d love to
say...always with a “happy face”….we feel the need to share with you
that Jan has been known to pull her hair out, curse a little and roll
her eyes on more than one occasion. But then she takes a whiff of her
aroma therapy candle and all in the world is good again. Jan not only
does amazing things with the schedules but she also keeps our medical
records and employee charts in tip-top shape. So to Jan...thanks a
million for all you do.
For February, we selected Nancy Beckeras our Employee of the Month. Nancy has worked for CNS almost four
years and during that time has proven over and over to be an exemplary
employee. She is the primary nurse in client LaJaun’s home and we have
heard over and over, from LaJaun herself, that she adores “her” Nancy.
Nancy helped with the organization of nursing while LaJaun’s at school
and at the conclusion of her night shift has everything gathered and
ready to go for the nurses that take LaJaun to school. Nancy responds
quickly to change and is always willing to try something new if it
benefits the client. Nancy has been known to attend care conferences
during her requested time off...and even without reservation or
complaint. So here’s to you Nancy for your commitment to CNS, your
clients and your profession.
When we sat down to begin the process of selecting the March
Employee of the Month, it was without hesitation that in unison we all
uttered the same name ~ Lynell Tucker. And just so you know...it was not
a coincidence. We all truly think that highly of her. Since the first of
the year, Lynell has stepped up to the plate and then some, in homes
where sick-calls were a premium. Of the 28 days in February...Lynell
worked 22 of them. And always without hesitation or complaint. Lynell
currently cares for four different clients and just this past week added
one more to the list. When we asked Lynell if she wanted to help
transition a new client from hospital to home she jumped at the chance.
Eager and willing to learn the specialized care for yet another child.
Lynell is one of only a handful of nurses that every year takes
advantage of the professional development $$$ offered by CNS to enhance
her nursing skills. And it shows in the level of care she provides. She
is loved dearly by all her clients and their families and the only
complaint we hear is that they don’t get enough of her. So Lynell...thanks
for your willingness to not only take care of the clients and families
but for also taking good care of us!!
Judy Mwikhali, an absolute delight, is our April
Employee of the Month. And for good reason. Judy is loved by all her
clients, families, fellow nurses and...by all of us that work here in
the office. Even Jan. Judy never has a bad word to say about anyone and
always...always has a smile on her face. Judy works with two CNS clients
and has recently accepted the role as primary nurse for both. An
assignment few are asked to tackle but one Judy has most definitely
embraced. She takes her job seriously, with a smile of course, and is
always eager to learn all she can about the specialized care our clients
require. When desperate times call for desperate measures we can often
count on Judy to help out. And again...while showing those pearly
whites. So Judy...thank you for making us your employer of choice and of
course...for all you do!
Dependable, knowledgeable, skilled, compassionate are all
reason’s why we selected Jean Shaffer as our May Employee of the Month.
We call Jean our “Mother Hen” because she holds us accountable in a
motherly sort of way. Currently, Jean cares for five CNS clients and a
few others from other agencies. Because of that we often call on Jean
when we need to move a nurse, or two to help with a cancellation. We so
appreciate that Jean is willing to “switch gears” on short notice and
always without hesitation. And just this past month Jean agreed to pick
up a few extra shifts, sign on as an instructor during the skills lab
and take on the Primary Nurse role for not just one but two CNS clients.
Only adding to why Jean is so deserving of this honor. Congratulations
Jean and “thank you” for your perpetual commitment to CNS.
