What is a WhidbeyHealth Hero?
What is a WhidbeyHealth Hero?
A WhidbeyHealth Hero is someone who helps to shape and define the patient and employee experience at WhidbeyHealth. It's an intentional contributor; an exceptional healthcare professional – be it in a clinical, support services, or administrative role - dedicated to making sure we deliver exceptional care to every patient.
Each of us may have a different definition of what makes someone a “hero,” but we can agree that it is a person who is admired or idealized for their qualities and achievements.
Starting in March 2020, we've been recognizing a hero every week and without further ado we are excited to introduce and recognize this months WhidbeyHealth Heroes!
AUGUST HERO 1
Meet the July 2021 WhidbeyHealth HEROES
Harry Hawn
"I understand the rigors and thanklessness of the Purchasing Manager job. Employees like Harry fly under the radar and do not receive the amount of attention they deserve.
No department in the whole WhidbeyHealth system can be successful without the efforts of Harry and the rest of his department."
AUGUST HERO 2
“Every day, Chrysalis goes above and beyond to meet the needs of her patients. she not only provides exceptional care to the children she treats but also is an incredible advocate for their families. Chrysalis ensures that her families receive the services they deserve, both at WhidbeyHealth and in the community. She always treats her patients with dignity and love, even while helping them cope with difficult behavior.
Chrysalis cares deeply about the WhidbeyHealth community and is committed to continuously improving the way WhidbeyHealth serves the community's most vulnerable. She is a hero to many children and their families."
Chrysalis Kendall
AUGUST HERO 3
Tony Triplett, PharmD
“I believe Tony Triplett should be recognized for his tremendous work and dedication in opening our new WhidbeyHealth Community Pharmacy.
He makes it a priority to connect with employees and patients on a personal level - providing exceptional care for our community."
AUGUST HERO 4
“I believe Connie exemplifies great leadership. She will take the very few minutes she has and dedicate them to listening to you. Her heart to see her whole team success and obtain goals is very commendable.
Connie leads by example and watching her go above and beyond each and every day is amazing! Hero doesn't really explain Connie, but words like day changer, ground breaker, goal setter, motivator and great leader all capture her."
Connie Lippo
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MEET THE 2021 HEROES
Here's a complete list of the WhidbeyHealth team members who have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the delivery of an exceptional healthcare experience.
JANUARY HEROES
Lorijean Spear
RN; WhidbeyHealth Family Birthplace
Annelies De Wolf
Manager; Rehabilitation Care
Mei-Ling Stout
Coordinator; Hospice & Palliative Care
Erin Martin
RN; WhidbeyHealth Family Birthplace
FEBRUARY HEROES
Jennifer Menges
Patient Registrar; Patient Financial Services
Kellie Osborn
Physical Therapist Assistant; Rehabilitation Care
Tonya DeYoung
RN; WhidbeyHealth Family Birthplace
Jennifer Croy
RN; Home Health Care
MARCH HEROES
Jessica Leukhardt
CNA; Home Health Care
Jenelle Rosario
RN; Inpatient Care
Tabitha Sierra
Manager; Utilization Management & WhidbeyHealth Family Birthplace (interim)
Patricia (Pat) Meyers
RN; WhidbeyHealth Family Birthplace
APRIL HEROES
Amy Billieu
HIM Tech; Health Information Management
Murray Hubiak
HRIS Analyst; Human Resources
Tim Anthony
ES Tech; Environmental Services
Brittany Kraner
Patient Registrar; Patient Access
MAY HEROES
Jon Scallan
Chief Quality Officer; Quality Department
Alicia Darr
ARNP, Certified Nurse Midwife; Women's Care
June Meehan
Accounting Specialist; Finance Department
Julianne Blynn
Sr. Human Resources Specialist; Human Resources
JUNE HEROES
Debbie DeCorde
Chief Human Resources Officer; Human Resources
Jamie Hall
Lead Groundskeeper; Facilities and Plant Operations
Ali Huffman
Payroll Specialist; Finance Department
Helen Taylor
Executive Director; WhidbeyHealth Foundation
JULY HEROES
Colleen Klamm
Infection Preventionist; Quality Department
Conchita Moser
HIM Tech; Health Information Management
Robert May
Lead Medic; Emergency Medical Services
Debbie Ries, RN
Manager; Emergency Department
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2020 HEROES
Here's a complete list of the WhidbeyHealth team members who have been recognized for their outstanding contributions to the delivery of an exceptional healthcare experience in 2020.
MARCH 2020 HEROES
Vickie Longshore
Terri Crane
Alison Wells
PC Cable
APRIL 2020 HEROES
Ashley Faulise
Bert Balagot
Stacia Ott
Stephanie Wilson
MAY 2020 HEROES
Eufemia Femi Smith
Tiffani Blazek
Erin Wooley
Patsy Kolesar-Hynson
JUNE 2020 HEROES
Jeff Sibley
Tim Waldner
Harry Hawn
Dawn Martinson
JULY 2020 HEROES
Gibbs Caldwell
Norma Cline
Desiree Dudley
Tammy Woollet
AUGUST 2020 HEROES
Michelle Aube
Emma Spear
Isel Brown
Jacqueline Bassett
SEPTEMBER 2020 HEROES
Brittany Kane
Peter Carter
Malea Ivy
Debbie Reis
OCTOBER 2020 HEROES
Vanessa Soliman
Robert Huff
Maria Reyes
Mina Yousef, MD
Curtis Shumate
NOVEMBER 2020 HEROES
Helen Paraiso
Mary Hunter
Jay Lujan
Meghan McSorley, MD
DECEMBER 2020 HEROES
Myla Becker
Wanda Smith
Pamela Coon
Leah Oman, MD
Nomination
Accepting Nominations
Providing exceptional care to every patient 24/7 takes a village - or an island!
As the second largest employer on Whidbey, there are over 700 dedicated members on our team who bring a 'can do' attitude to their role every day.
From front line clinical staff to housekeeping, engineering, supply management, techs, coordinators and receptionists, their tireless and sometimes heroic efforts often goes unnoticed.
So now's your chance to say THANKS!
Has someone gone above and beyond to ensure your needs are met? Is a friend or neighbor part of the WhidbeyHealth team, showing up everyday to make sure the hospital and clinics run smoothly?
Please help us recognize their extraordinary efforts. Nominations from patients, visitors, community members and staff are welcome.
HERO Nomination Form
Thank you for taking the time to submit a WhidbeyHealth Hero nomination!
