CELEBRATING NURSES AND MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH PROVIDERS

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Nurse of the Year Awards - Old Bridge

DATE: Wednesday, November 13, 2019
TIME: 5:30 p.m. — 8:30 p.m. EST
LOCATION: Virtual Event

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The chefs, volunteers and guests who make up our Signature Chefs Events community are coming together in new, innovative ways to suport moms and babies this year.

We are following state mandated guidelines in response to COVID-19 and will not have an in-person event this year. So, we are preparing an exciting, new Virtual Gala for your 2020 March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction experience!

We need your help now more than ever. Your support funds:

  • COVID-19 interventions and support for moms and babies
  • Programs that promote health equity for moms and babies and directly combat racial disparities in maternal and child health
  • Free virtual NICU support program for families
  • Virtual prenatal programs for moms-to-be
  • Educational programs, including live Facebook panel discussions, to get info into the hands of moms and families
  • Necessary supplies for expectant mothers including blood pressure cuffs and masks and so much more!

Support the mission

Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

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Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

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EVENT DETAILS

On November 13th, join us for a cocktail hour, dinner and reception at Grand Marquis in Old Bridge.  This spectacular awards gala will highlight the nursing profession, recognize all the nurse nominees & finalists in 12 nursing categories and announce the recipients of the 2019 New Jersey Nurse of the Year Awards. 

NURSE OF THE YEAR FINALISTS

More than 200 nurses were nominated for this year's Nurse of the Year Awards, across 11 destinct categories ranging from Advanced Practice to Women's Health. Applications were then reviewed and scored by high-ranking nurse leaders. Through this competitive process, 6 finalists within each category were determined. The March of Dimes is proud to announce and honor the 2019 Nurse of the Year finalists.

SPONSORS

Aetna Better Health of New Jersey
Amerigroup
Amicus Therapeutics, Inc.
Capital Health
CentraState Healthcare Foundation
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Englewood Health
Hackensack Meridian Health
Horizon NJ Health
Hunterdon Healthcare System
Inspira Health Network
Jefferson Health New Jersey
Raritan Bay Medical Center
Rutgers School of Nursing
RWJBarnabas Health
Seton Hall University
St. Joseph's Health
The Valley Hospital
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
University Hospital
 

EVENT LEADERSHIP

Thanks to the leadership of our Chair and committee members, we are honored to present the 2019 Nurse of the Year Awards. Year after year these volunteers have taken the event to new heights, honoring more nurses than ever before. March of Dimes and the families we support are grateful for the generosity and effort of the team that makes this event possible.

2019 Chair:
Helene Lynch, Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative

2019 Committee:
Lynda Arnold, University Hospital
Hana Baudendistel, Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Doris Crowell, RWJBarnabas Somerset
Linda Curley, Rutgers School of Nursing
Teresa Damito, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
Robyn D'Oria, Central Jersey Family Health Consortium
Julie Fitzgerald, Ramapo College
Debra Golaszewski, Englewood Health
Carolyn Kedzierski, Raritan Bay Medical Center
Marcia Nettingham, Rutgers School of Nursing
Kathleen Neville, Seton Hall University, College of Nursing
Kim Packer, Jefferson Health
Deborah ProdoehL-Caniano, Community Medical Center
Myrna Young, Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital
 

BECOME A SPONSOR

The March of Dimes celebrates nursing in the most meaningful way, through partnerships with hospitals, health care facilities, organizations, vendors and individuals. Sponsorship opportunities are available at a variety of levels for our Nurse of the Year event, providing integration and civic engagement while playing tribute to nurses. We look forward to discussing your partnership with the March of Dimes.

SUPPORT THE MISSION

Every year, 15 million babies are born prematurely worldwide, and 1 million will die before their first birthday. Your gift helps the March of Dimes fund research, education, advocacy and programs that help more moms have full-term pregnancies and healthy babies.

Our Sponsors

Our Sponsor

View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.