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clients/customer as their highest priority. I found that Rutland Regional prides itself in being patientfocused and conscious about customer satisfaction. The staff at the hospital and clinics has always been supportive and engaging with one another. I believe it’s the staff that is the heart of the organization, they make the organization great. It’s a privilege to work for a hospital that has been named Best Regional Hospital by U.S. and News Report.” JUANITA MORRIS, APRN warm personality make it pleasurable and easy to work with and support her.” Juanita expressed these thoughts about the positive workplace culture at Rutland Regional. “I came to work for Rutland Regional in June 2015, as I wanted to get back into the clinical environment. Previously, while working for another organization, I had numerous positive interactions with their staff, and from these positive encounters I knew that I wanted to work there. The most important aspect to me in a health-care organization is that the organization places their Hero [heer-oh] - noun The awards are named each spring following a nominating and selection process. The awardees are selected based on the following criteria: • The nominee must demonstrate dignity and respect toward staff and patients and excellence in clinical care. • The nominee is a credible role model professionally and personally to his/ her community and to other health professionals. • The nominee is directly and effectively involved in public service and/or activities that enhance the quality of life in communities. • The nominee must support the shared vision and values of Rutland Regional Health Services. Classes, support groups & events From healthier living workshops to Safe Sitter® classes, diabetes management workshops to cancer support groups, Rutland Regional Medical Center provides education and information on many health-related topics. Pre-registration is required for some classes and events. For classes requiring pre-registration, you can register online. Rutland Regional Medical Center promotes a healthy community through numerous community education programs and events. Community education offerings are provided year- round, throughout the greater Rutland area, at low or no cost to anyone who wishes to participate. Program and event topics span a full range of subjects for people at all stages of life — from babysitting skills for tweens to safe driving for seniors — all designed to promote active, healthy lifestyles or prevent disease and injury. Current and past programs have focused on stress reduction, heart health, disease awareness and prevention, healthy living, nutrition and exercise, weight reduction, fall prevention, babysitting skills, children’s safety and more. For more information, call 802-772-2400. A person who is admired for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. The Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region wishes to thank all of our local, everyday heroes. Your expertise, time and warm smiles impact the Rutland region every day. Because of you, the residents of this region are positively impacted. Thank you for being caregivers that care! HERE WHEN YOU NEED US Than k YOU! www.CHCRR.org RUTLAND HERALD HOMETOWN HEROES OCTOBER 2018 • 15