CELEBRATING NURSES AND MATERNAL AND INFANT HEALTH PROVIDERS

Benetti, Karyn
| (585) 286-5867 Benetti, Karyn

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Nurse of the Year - Rochester

DATE: Friday, October 12, 2018  |  TIME: 6 p.m.
LOCATION: Hyatt Regency Rochester
ADDRESS: 125 E Main Street, Rochester, NY 14604
 

For more information, please contact Karyn Benetti (585) 286-5867 or [email protected]

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Event description

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 DESCRIPTION

The Nurse of the Year Gala honors nursing excellence and pays tribute to the tireless efforts of nurses throughout the community while also raising valuable funds for the March of Dimes. The Gala features a cocktail reception, seated dinner, and awards ceremony. There will also be an opportunity to make a 100 percent tax-deductible donation to the March of Dimes as we fight to give every baby a fighting chance! We hope that you will be able to join us as we honor nurses and fight prematurity, birth defects, and infant mortality.

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.

FINALIST

The March of Dimes is honored to pay tribute to the nursing profession by recognizing extraordinary
nurses throughout the community. Nurse of the Year events honor those who make a
difference in the lives of so many.
Congratulations to the 2018 Nurse of the Year Finalists
 
Category Finalists
ADVANCED PRACTICE Kathleen Hausman, Rochester Regional Health
Kristen Brown, University of Rochester – Golisano Children’s Hospital
Cecelia Stearns, Rochester Regional Health - United Memorial Medical Center
BEHAVORIAL HEALTH Amy Scalzo, Rochester Regional Health
Amy Stender, Rochester Regional Health
Kristen Dumbauld, Rochester Regional Health - Newark-Wayne Community Hospital
PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY/PEDIATRIC CRITIAL CARE/PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY TRANSPORT SERVICES Cheryl Flickner, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
Sarah Brooks, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
Kara Turner, University of Rochester – Golisano Children’s Hospital
CHARGE NURSE/LEAD NURSE/NURSE LEADER Katie Miszuk, Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital
Susan Romano, Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital
Hyacinth Lewis, University of Rochester – Golisano Children’s Hospital
CRITICAL CARE & EMERGENCY Sandra Fostano, Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital
Taylor Hughes, Rochester Regional Health - Rochester General Hospital
Leigh Utter, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
EDUCATION Diane Nau, Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital
 Susan McCarthy, Finger Lakes Community College
Laurie Palmer, Monroe Community College
GENERAL MEDICAL/SURGICAL (INPATIENT) Karen Smith, Rochester Regional Health
Kelly Burtner Thomas, Rochester Regional Health – Unity Hospital
Molly Stokes, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
HOSPICE, HOME HEALTH & PALLIATIVE CARE Betsy Strom, Rochester Regional Health
Jacqueline Coates, UR Medicine Home Care
Julie Salo, UR Medicine Home Care
LONG TERM ACUTE CARE/LONG TERM/REHAB Sandra Duell, Rochester Regional Health - Hill Haven Nursing and Rehabilitation
Meaghan Hummel, Rochester Regional Health – Clifton Springs Hospital
Patti Murphy, Rochester Regional Health
NURSING ADMINISTRATION Ana Ramos, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
 Cindy Berry, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
Patricia Hoke, Rochester Regional Health - Unity Hospital
GENERAL PEDIATRIC Cheryl Gillette, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
Amy Keller, University of Rochester – Golisano Children’s Hospital
Karen Smith, Rochester Regional Health
AMBULATORY CARE & OUTPATIENT Shannon Flye, Rochester Regional Health
Holly Blue, Rochester Regional Health
LaVerne Jones, Jordan Health
QUALITY & RISK MANAGEMENT Maureen Krenzer, Rochester Regional Health
Rebecca Kanaley, University of Rochester – Golisano Children’s Hospital
Johnelle Keck, University of Rochester – Thompson Health Hospital
RISING STAR & STUDENT NURSE Shelby Valenti, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
Holli O’Keefe, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital 
Natalie Santacesaria, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
SURGICAL SERVICES Maxine Fearrington, University of Rochester – Strong Memorial Hospital
Tammy Rice, Rochester Regional Health  
Bronwyn Ship, University of Rochester – Thompson Health Hospital  
WOMEN'S HEALTH Amy Reed, Rochester Regional Health
 Robin French, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
Nadine Zernik, Rochester Regional Health – Rochester General Hospital
ONCOLOGY Jill Campbell, Rochester Regional Health - United Memorial Medical Center
 Chelsie Ikeler, Rochester Regional Health - United Memorial Medical Center
Ellie Sczepanski, Rochester Regional Health
 

View our updated event acknowledgements and waivers here.