𝐊𝐢𝐦 𝐍𝐠𝐮𝐲𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐫𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐊𝐇𝐂𝐀/𝐊𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 “Kim Nguyen exemplifies what it means to be a compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Assisted Living nurse. Since joining Derby Assisted Living in 2018, Kim has been a cornerstone of our care team. Her journey from clinic nurse to assisted living has been marked by a deep commitment to person-centered care and a relentless drive to improve the lives of our residents. Kim builds strong, trusting relationships through consistency, follow-through, and genuine presence. She regularly works on the floor to stay connected with residents and their evolving needs—whether it's passing medications, reviewing the med cart, or identifying opportunities for improvement. Her proactive communication with staff, families, and providers ensures every resident receives thoughtful, responsive care. Families trust Kim implicitly. One resident’s daughter even schedules visits just to speak with Kim. Staff rely on her as a mentor, leader, and advocate. She offers hands-on training, addresses concerns with care, and bridges communication between management and team members. Thanks to Kim’s leadership, we’ve reduced agency staffing, refined our orientation process, and improved staff retention. Her name appears in every resident, family, and employee survey—testament to the impact she makes daily. Kim doesn’t just show up—she shows up with heart, with purpose, and with the kind of presence that makes a lasting difference. We don’t just value her—we miss her when she’s gone. She is the nurse every assisted living community dreams of having. “ Congratulations to Kim, our 2025 Assisted Living Nurse of the Year. (fb)

𝐄𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐭𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐝𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐆𝐨𝐝𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐊𝐇𝐂𝐀/𝐊𝐂𝐀𝐋 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐍𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 “It is with great pride that I nominate Eric Burton for the Charge Nurse Award. Eric has been a dedicated LPN at Medicalodges Goddard for 19 years, and his impact on our residents, staff, and families has been truly remarkable. Eric provides care with patience, compassion, dignity, and respect. He treats each resident as an individual, taking time to listen, understand, and respond to their unique needs. His gentle and calming approach creates a sense of trust and safety that residents deeply appreciate. Beyond his clinical skills, Eric is a source of comfort and connection for everyone around him. He is consistently kind and supportive to residents' families and a dependable teammate to his fellow staff members. His dedication is evident in every shift—he shows up with a positive attitude, ready to serve with excellence and heart. What truly sets Eric apart is the genuine bond he shares with the residents. They are not only comforted by his presence but genuinely excited when he returns after a day off. His sense of humor, warmth, and reliability make him a favorite among both residents and staff. Eric Burton exemplifies what it means to be a compassionate leader and caregiver. His 19 years of unwavering service, commitment, and compassion make him more than deserving of the Charge Nurse Award.” Congratulations to Eric, our 2025 Charge Nurse of the Year. (fb)