Tina is a role model for many nurses on the unit. She welcomes new hired nurses with enthusiasm, gratitude and friendship. Tina is willing to encourage fellow nurses and members of the interdisciplinary team in a humble and kind manner. She appreciates the importance of the interdisciplinary team and respects all members equally.


Ron Chevalier, RN, 6East
On 6 East, Ron is always willing to contribute to wherever he can. Ron has a tremendous work ethic and encourages the same for all of those working alongside him. The orthopaedic service is both physically and mentally demanding and Ron’s continuous commitment to providing excellent patient care does not go unnoticed.

On an individual level, Ron is an outstanding nurse at bedside. He is always attentive to his patient’s needs and provides them with timely and compassionate care. The feedback from our patients and their families with regard to Ron’s service is always superb. He is well respected by his colleagues and is a team player. Ron’s greatest strength lies in the fact that he is not simply satisfied with identifying problems, but rather effectively suggesting and facilitating solutions for our patients.

Sue Gaunt, RN, CCU
When it comes to patient care, Sue goes above and beyond. As an RN in Cardiac Care Unit, Sue is always concerned for others. Whether it is a co-worker, patient, or the family of a patient, Sue is willing to take the time to do what she can. On more than one occasion, Sue went above the call of duty to help out the loved ones of patients.

You can also find Sue attending self-education sessions where she will return to the unit and spread the knowledge with staff and patients. The staff in CCU looks up to Sue for her wisdom, experience and understanding.

Lynda Truong RN, 8 East
Lynda exemplifies teamwork through her commitment to team cohesion, mentoring her students and other staff members. She takes the time to get to know not only the patient but also their friends and family. Lynda always enters the room with a smile and an encouraging word.

Lynda has excellent communication skills. She clearly and kindly explains things to her patients and their families, which allows excellent therapeutic relationships to flourish. She is organized and succinict, which makes communications with other members of the healthcare team productive and comprehensible. Lynda’s philospophy is “treat them as if they’re your family.”

Rachel Holmes, RN, 2 North
As a Nurse on 2 North, Rachel can be described as a hard worker always striving to do her best each and every day. The knowledge and skills that she shares on a daily basis with other staff show not only a commitment to her job but to her co-workers. Rachel is a kind genuine nurse who takes pride and joy in caring for her patients.

Leigh-Anne Siebert, RN, ER
When it comes to teamwork, Leigh-Anne demonstrates every aspect of this word. As an RN in the Emergency Department, Leigh-Anne works with every member of the department to ensure that the patient has what he or she needs. She is a strong patient advocate who is willing to spend time with patients and their loved ones to make sure all of their questions answered.

The compassion and respect that is exhibited from this individual are clearly evident in the relationships that she has built with many patients, as well as staff.