Nurse of the Year Awards

Recognizing Excellence in Nursing at DCH

At Daviess Community Hospital, our nurses are the heart of patient care—providing compassion, clinical excellence, and unwavering dedication to those we serve. Each year during Nurses Week, we proudly recognize two outstanding individuals through our Nurse of the Year Awards:

• Inpatient Nurse of the Year
• Outpatient Nurse of the Year

These awards celebrate nurses who go above and beyond in delivering exceptional care and embody the values that define DCH.

Honoring Those Who Make a Difference

The Nurse of the Year Awards highlight Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who consistently demonstrate excellence in their practice and a deep commitment to patients, families, and teammates.

Nominations are submitted by DCH staff, providing an opportunity for colleagues to recognize those who inspire, lead, and elevate the standard of care across our organization.

Eligibility Criteria

To ensure a fair and meaningful recognition process, nominees must meet the following requirements:

• Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Must be a current DCH employee
• Nurse managers are not eligible for this award

What We Look For in a Nurse of the Year

Nurse of the Year recipients exemplify the very best of DCH. Nominees are evaluated based on their ability to:

Clinical Excellence & Lifelong Learning

• Demonstrate exceptional clinical skills
• Actively pursue professional growth and continuing education
• Share knowledge and best practices with peers

Mentorship & Leadership

• Excel as a preceptor and mentor
• Provide education, guidance, and emotional support to fellow staff
• Foster a culture of learning and collaboration

Patient Advocacy

• Serve as a strong advocate for patients across all disciplines
• Support patients, families, and caregivers with compassion and clarity

Service Excellence

• Consistently exceed expectations in customer service
• Create a positive, respectful, and compassionate experience for every patient, visitor, and team member

Community Involvement

• Represent DCH positively within the community
• Participate in events and outreach efforts that reflect their commitment to care

Servant Leadership

• Put the needs of others first
• Demonstrate a willingness to go above and beyond, including supporting teammates and patients beyond expected responsibilities

Living Our WE CARE Values

• Embody DCH’s WE CARE standards in every interaction
• Serve as a role model for professionalism, respect, accountability, and compassion

Celebrating Excellence During Nurses Week

Each year, the Nurse of the Year recipients are honored during Nurses Week, a time dedicated to recognizing the vital role nurses play in delivering high-quality healthcare.

This recognition not only celebrates individual achievement—it reinforces DCH’s commitment to excellence in patient care and the importance of recognizing those who make a lasting impact.

Submit a Nomination

Nurse of the Year nominations are submitted by Daviess Community Hospital staff each year leading up to Nurses Week. This peer-driven process ensures that those who work alongside our nurses every day help recognize excellence in action.

If you are a DCH team member, we encourage you to participate in the nomination process and help us celebrate those who make a meaningful difference.

Our Commitment to Excellence

At Daviess Community Hospital, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional people. The Nurse of the Year Awards reflect our ongoing commitment to recognizing and supporting the nurses who make our mission possible—every patient, every time.