Southern New Hampshire Health Celebrates Nursing Excellence

Southern New Hampshire Health celebrated our 4th annual Nursing Excellence Award event on May 8th, honoring the extraordinary nurses whose unwavering dedication and compassionate care exemplify our status as a 4-time Magnet-designated organization. Surrounded by 300 nurses, colleagues, and loved ones, the room was glowing with pride and gratitude as we recognized these inspiring nurses, emphasizing our shared commitment to nursing excellence and exceptional patient care.

Senior Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer Susan Santana said, “Our annual awards shine a light on the exceptional individuals and teams whose dedication, skill, and compassion inspire all of us. These honorees represent the very best of who we are—nurses who not only deliver outstanding care but elevate those around them through mentorship, teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Their impact reaches far beyond the bedside and is a reflection of the magnetic culture we’ve built together. I’m incredibly proud to celebrate their accomplishments and grateful for the example they set for our entire nursing community.”

We are honored to recognize these extraordinary team members and extend our heartfelt thanks to all our nurses for their unwavering dedication to excellence.

Divisional Award Winners

• Excellence in Ambulatory Primary Care Nursing: Erin O’Bryan
• Excellence in Ambulatory Specialty Care Nursing: Jeanine Lore
• Excellence in Critical Care Nursing: Christina Gallagher
• Excellence in Emergency Department Nursing: Rachel Lauretano
• Excellence in Maternal Child Health Nursing: Jean Knecht
• Excellence in Medical-Surgical Nursing: Camille Walch
• Excellence in Outstanding Clinical Support: Allison Hartford
• Excellence in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing: Romina Jimenez
• Excellence in Surgical & Procedural Nursing: Arianna Zielinski

Awards of Distinction

• Jess Wyman GOAT Scholarship Award: Emily Rizzuto
• Up and Coming Award: Victoria Francia
• Sue Lavery Leadership Award: Irene Arevalo Jimenez
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Cynthia McDonald

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