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Lisa Campana Named Hoag Hospital ’ s 2023 Nurse of the Year
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By Christopher Trela | NB Indy May 6-12 was National Nurses Week , the perfect occasion to thank all of the nurses who have been on the front lines during the pandemic and who continue to provide compassionate care .
It was also the perfect time for Hoag Hospital to announce its Nurse of the Year for 2023 .
This year , the honor goes to Lisa Campana , BSN , RN , CEN , MICN .
According to information provided by Hoag Hospital , Lisa was selected as Nurse of the Year for going above and beyond in her role as Charge Nurse in Hoag Hospital Newport Beach ’ s Emergency Department .
She was nominated for her compassionate care , clinical excellence and patient-centered approach , and was recognized by her colleagues for her leadership , nurturing demeanor , and dedication to evidence-based practices .
Lisa ’ s compassion toward her patients and their families ensures that their experience in the ED is a positive one .
“ Lisa exemplifies the essence of a Hoag nurse – kind , compassionate , caring and excellent at her job . She along with her colleagues are always striving to provide the community with the best possible care when they come through Hoag ’ s ED ,” said Christopher Childress , BSN , RN , CEN , nursing director , Hoag Hospital Newport Beach Emergency Department .
Lisa started her nursing career in Hoag ’ s Emergency Department back in 2009 . Since the beginning , she has been a dedicated patient advocate committed to positive outcomes . She is also heavily involved in the Emergency Nurses Association where she advocates for ED nurses and shares valuable best practices with the ED .
According to Hoag , Lisa has gone on multiple Medical Missionary trips throughout South America and the Philippines , bringing a smile and Hoag Pride wherever she goes .
“ Lisa Campana is an incredible representation of what it means to be named Nurse of the Year ,” said Rick Martin , Ed . D , MSN , RN , vice president of patient care services and chief nursing officer of Hoag . “ Our entire team of RNs at Hoag are truly special and continue to deliver extraordinary care with compassion on a daily basis , which makes all the difference for our patients and the community .”
With philanthropic support , Hoag nurses are earning scholarships in record numbers . Donor investment in nursing education , including Newport Beach residents Julia and George Argyros , who helped establish the Julia Argyros Center for Nursing Excellence at Hoag which helps the hospital fulfill its commitment to develop , attract and retain the best and brightest nurses seeking the highest level of education , ensuring Hoag ’ s promise to deliver exceptional patient care .
Hoag is a nonprofit , regional health
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