Emily Griffin, Author at Samaritan Health

May 15, 2025May 15, 2025

Samaritan Medical Center Foundation Announces the 28th Annual Thousand Islands Golf Classic

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center Foundation of Northern New York will host the 28^th annual Thousand Islands Golf Classic event on Thursday & Friday, June 5 & 6, 2025. The presenting sponsor is International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 910 & Northern New York National Electrical Contractors Association.

This year’s event features a dinner, live auction and music on Thursday, June 5, at the Edgewood Resort. On Friday, June 6, enjoy 18 holes of golf at the beautiful Thousand Islands Country Club. Both the old course and lake course will be utilized. Guests do not need to be golfers to attend the dinner, RSVP is required for both.

A portion of this year’s Thousand Islands Golf Classic will support the construction of a new Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) in the hospital, a much-needed resource in the North Country. Funds raised will allow Samaritan to provide life-saving cardiac interventions in a state-of-the-art facility here in Watertown. The new Cardiac Cath Lab will feature Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) capabilities, allowing for rapid and effective treatment of heart attacks and other cardiovascular conditions. Currently, patients must travel outside our region to access these critical services, leading to delays in treatment that can negatively impact care. The Cath Lab will significantly improve outcomes for patients experiencing heart attacks, reduce long-term complications, and enhance overall cardiac care. This project will fill a critical need – providing timely, high-quality care that will save lives, reduce healthcare costs, and improve the community’s health for generations. Your continued support will help provide vital services and to ensure quality healthcare is available in our community.

This year’s online auction is open from May 19 until 9 p.m. on Thursday, June 5. The in-person auction takes place at the dinner event on the evening of June 5. The online and in-person auction both feature a wide variety of items such as vacation rentals, event tickets, gift cards for dining and experiences, designer accessories, and more. There truly is something for everyone.

Visit samaritanhealth.com/golf to register for the online auction bidding and to purchase tickets to the dinner and live auction.

April 29, 2025April 29, 2025

February and March 2025 DAISY®, and BEE Award Recipients

Graphic of DAISY and BEE winners February 2025

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its DAISY and BEE Award recipients for February and March 2025. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® recognizes exemplary nursing staff, and the BEE Award honors other outstanding staff members who are excellent every day, both at the hospital and outpatient clinics.

Allison Howard, a Registered Nurse (RN) in Samaritan’s Emergency Department, received the DAISY Award for February. Heather Berry, a Registered Nurse (RN) in Samaritan’s Surgical Services, received the DAISY Award for March. Beth Hayes, Radiologic Technologist, Samaritan Medical Center, received the BEE Award for February. Veronica (Harley) Plaschka, Central Sterilization Technician in Samaritan’s Surgical Services, received the BEE Award for March.

Howard’s nomination was provided by the parent of a patient who expressed their gratitude for compassion and advocacy of their loved one during their time at the hospital.

Berry was nominated by a colleague who explained the nurse’s commitment to helping others and dedication to the profession.

For receiving the DAISY Award – which is an international award backed by The DAISY Foundation – Howard and Berry were presented with certificates commending them as extraordinary nurses. They each received a DAISY Award pin, and a symbolic sculpture called “A Healer’s Touch,” which is hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe. A larger version of this sculpture has also been installed in the Healing Gardens at Samaritan Medical Center in honor of all DAISY and BEE Award winners to come. It was purchased using funds donated by the Samaritan Auxiliary.

Hayes was nominated by a colleague for being helpful and being a champion for care for all the patients she encounters. She was acknowledged for her willingness to learn and desire to improve her own career through education and training.

Plaschka was nominated by a colleague who expressed the importance of a job well done by someone who works behind the scenes to ensure quality and patient safety through proper cleansing of surgical instruments.

Both awardees were presented with a certificate, a BEE Award pin, and a gift bag with other tokens of gratitude.

These awards will continue to be presented throughout the year, and patients, families, or colleagues can submit nominations at any time. To make a nomination or to learn more about the Samaritan DAISY and BEE Awards, visit www.samaritanhealth.com/daisy-bee.

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Allison Howard, RN DAISY Winner February 2025

Pictured here, from left to right, are Beth Hayes, February 2025 BEE Awardee, Allison Howard, February 2025 DAISY Awardee, Heather Berry, and Veronica Plaschka, March 2025 DAISY and BEE Awardees. Congratulations.

About Samaritan Medical Center

Samaritan Medical Center (Watertown, New York) is a 290-bed not-for-profit community medical center, offering a full spectrum of inpatient and outpatient healthcare services. From primary and emergency care to highly specialized medical and surgical services, such as cancer treatment, neonatal intensive care, behavioral health and addiction services, and imaging services, Samaritan Medical Center and its team of healthcare professionals proudly serves the medical needs of our civilian and military community. Quality, compassion, and safety are the basic principles by which exceptional care is delivered at Samaritan.

About The DAISY Foundation

The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. (DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.) The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families. In addition to the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, the Foundation expresses gratitude to the nursing profession internationally in over 3,900 healthcare facilities and schools of nursing with recognition of direct care Nurses, Nurse-led Teams, Nurse Leaders, Nursing Faculty, Nursing Students, through the J. Patrick Barnes Grants for Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Projects and for nurses participating in medical missions. More information is available at http://www.DAISYfoundation.org.

April 21, 2025April 21, 2025

February 2025 OWL Award Recipients

Graphic of Mercy Goodridge, CNA and Chad Wilson, Food Services

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its outstanding workers in long term care (OWL) Award recipients for February 2025.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Mercy Goodridge at Samaritan Summit Village and Food Service Worker Chad Wilson at Samaritan Keep Home won the OWL Award for their respective facilities.

Goodridge was nominated for the OWL Award by a resident who expressed their appreciation:

“She cares about the details. She is the most gentle and caring person I know. She is patient.”

Wilson was nominated for the OWL Award by a fellow caregiver who said:

“Chad shows up every day and gives his all to improve our residents’ meals and lives. His caring nature and dedication make him a valuable employee.”

Goodridge and Wilson received certificates and appreciation tokens during recognition ceremonies at their respective facilities.

These awards will be presented throughout the year. Patients, families, and colleagues can submit nominations at any time. To nominate someone or to learn more about the Samaritan DAISY, BEE, and OWL Awards, please visit www.samaritanhealth.com/daisy-bee.

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Mercy Goodridge, CNA at SSV, earns the February 2025 OWL Award

Chad Wilson, SKH Food Services Worker, earns the February 2025 OWL Award

Pictured here, from left to right, are February 2025 OWL awardees Mercy Goodridge, CNA, and Chad Wilson, Food Service.

About Samaritan’s Long Term Care Services

Caregivers at Samaritan Summit Village and Samaritan Keep Home provide round-the-clock skilled nursing care and significant assistance with the activities of daily life. Nursing homes have nursing staff on duty 24 hours a day to help individuals meet their daily physical, social and psychological needs. A licensed physician supervises each resident’s care and therapy, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy are available to provide rehabilitation services. Samaritan Summit Village also offers Assisted Living with six neighborhoods and apartments that are comfortable, functional, and safe. This facility is for those who need a little extra help while continuing an independent lifestyle.

April 1, 2025April 1, 2025

January 2025 DAISY®, and BEE Award Recipients

Graphic of January 2025 Daisy and Bee Award Winners

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its DAISY and BEE Award recipients for January 2025. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® recognizes exemplary nursing staff, and the BEE Award honors other outstanding staff members who are excellent every day, both at the hospital and outpatient clinics.

Briana Gryglik, a Registered Nurse (RN) in Samaritan’s Emergency Department, received the DAISY Award, and Janeen Lee, clinic office support at the Adams Family Health Center, received the BEE Award.

Gryglik’s nomination stemmed from a patient encounter while she was a Graduate Nurse (GN) in Samaritan’s Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The person who nominated Gryglik expressed thanks for her attentiveness and compassionate care.

For receiving the DAISY Award – which is an international award backed by The DAISY Foundation – Gryglik was presented with a certificate commending her as an extraordinary nurse, a DAISY Award pin, and a symbolic sculpture called “A Healer’s Touch,” which is hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe. A larger version of this sculpture has also been installed in the Healing Gardens at Samaritan Medical Center in honor of all DAISY and BEE Award winners to come. It was purchased using funds donated by the Samaritan Auxiliary.

Lee was nominated for the BEE Award by Donna Edwards, Operations Manager for the Adams Family Health Center, saying:

“She is extremely patient-centered and puts so much effort into ensuring that a high standard of care is given to each and every one of our patients.”

Lee was presented with a certificate, a BEE Award pin, and a gift bag with other tokens of gratitude.

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Photo of Janeen Lee, January 2025 BEE award winner

Pictured here, from left to right, are January 2025 awardees Briana Gryglik, Registered Nurse, and Janeen Lee, clinic office support.

About Samaritan Medical Center

About The DAISY Foundation The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. (DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.) The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families. In addition to the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, the Foundation expresses gratitude to the nursing profession internationally in over 3,900 healthcare facilities and schools of nursing with recognition of direct care Nurses, Nurse-led Teams, Nurse Leaders, Nursing Faculty, Nursing Students, through the J. Patrick Barnes Grants for Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice Projects and for nurses participating in medical missions. More information is available at http://www.DAISYfoundation.org

March 20, 2025March 20, 2025

Samaritan Medical Center and Kinney Homecare Launch “Delivery at Discharge” Program to Streamline Discharges for Patients

Watertown, NY –Samaritan Medical Center, in partnership with Kinney Homecare is proud to announce the official launch of the “Delivery at Discharge” Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to enhance patient care. The program is a joint venture between Kinney Homecare and Samaritan Medical Center, offering inpatients the convenience of receiving both medications and durable medical equipment (DME) – such as wheelchairs, walkers, and other essential items – delivered directly to their hospital rooms prior to discharge. This new service aims to streamline the discharge process, improve patient satisfaction, and make the transition home smoother and safer.

Since the beginning of 2025, the program has been in a successful pilot phase on the largest inpatient medical/surgical unit at Samaritan Medical Center, known as 4Pavilion. The pilot has proven to be an effective means of ensuring patients have the necessary medication and medical equipment when they return home, contributing to a better recovery and reducing readmission rates. Samaritan inpatients can choose to participate in this service as it is completely optional. If patients decide to use the service while at Samaritan Medical Center, they have no further obligation to use Kinney’s to fill their prescriptions after their inpatient stay.

On average, between four and seven patients daily have taken advantage of the optional program, highlighting its positive impact on patient care. Feedback from patients and staff has been overwhelmingly positive, with many patients expressing gratitude for the convenience of having their medications and equipment ready to go upon discharge.

“Our priority is always to provide the best care possible for our patients, and this collaboration with Kinney Drugs helps us do just that,” said Samaritan’s Chief Nursing Officer and Vice President for Patient Care Services, John Green. “By ensuring that our patients have everything they need as they transition home, we can help reduce unnecessary stress and ensure they have a smooth recovery.”

“At Kinney Drugs, we are committed to providing our customers with convenient, accessible healthcare services,” said John M. Marraffa Jr., RPh, President, Kinney Drugs. “This program exemplifies our dedication to supporting the local community and ensuring that our patients are well-prepared and supported in their journey to recovery. We are excited to see the positive impact this initiative is already having.”

The success of the pilot has encouraged both organizations to expand the program further, with plans to extend the offering to more inpatient units within Samaritan Medical Center in the near future.

For more information about the Delivery at Discharge” Prescription Program or to inquire about eligibility, patients can speak with their care team at Samaritan Medical Center.

About Samaritan Medical Center

About Kinney Drugs Founded in Gouverneur, NY in 1903, today the independent, employee-owned company operates 95 stores in New York and Vermont. Kinney Drugs is part of the KPH Healthcare Services family of companies, a national provider of pharmaceutical and healthcare services with complementary businesses in both the retail and commercial segments of the industry. KPH is comprised of eight divisions: (1) Kinney Drugs, a chain of full-service drug stores located throughout New York and Vermont; (2) HealthDirect Pharmacy Services, which serves long-term care and alternative care needs; (3) ProAct, Inc., a pharmacy benefit management company with sales offices throughout the country and a mail-order pharmacy; (4) Noble Health Services, a specialty pharmacy that dispenses medications used to treat complex and chronic diseases; (5) Kinnect™, an on-site clinical care pharmacy; (6) Aristacare, an infusion therapy pharmacy; (7) HomeLife specialized nursing support for in-home infusion services; and (8) Kinney Homecare, a durable medical equipment company. KPH Healthcare Services is an employee-owned company with approximately 4,500 employees that provides the highest quality pharmacy and healthcare services. Every aspect of KPH’s business is guided by the values of excellence, moral responsibility, and community spirit. Learn more at www.kinneydrugs.com.

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

January 2025 OWL Award Recipients

Graphic showing January 2025 OWL Award Winners Jessica Frazier, CNA, and Heidi Doolittle, Housekeeper

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its outstanding workers in long term care (OWL) Award recipients for January 2025.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Jessica Frazier at Samaritan Summit Village and Housekeeper Heidi Doolittle at Samaritan Keep Home won the OWL Award for their respective facilities.

Frazier was nominated for the OWL Award by a family member of a resident who expressed sincere appreciation for Frazier’s continued care, kindness, and respect.

Doolittle was nominated for the OWL Award by a fellow caregiver who said:

“She is always willing to help anyone in need and does so with such compassion and empathy. She is personable and a stellar environmental services employee.”

Frazier and Doolittle were presented with certificates and tokens of appreciation during recognition ceremonies at their respective facilities.

These awards will continue to be presented throughout the year, and nominations can be submitted by patients, families, or colleagues at any time. To make a nomination or to learn more about the Samaritan DAISY, BEE, and OWL Awards, visit www.samaritanhealth.com/daisy-bee.

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January 2025 OWL Award Winner Jessica Frazier, with SSV

Photo of January 2025 OWL Award Winner Heidi Doolittle, with SKH

Pictured here, from left to right, are January 2025 OWL awardees Jessica Frazier, CNA, and Heidi Doolittle, EVS.

About Samaritan’s Long Term Care Services Caregivers at Samaritan Summit Village and Samaritan Keep Home provide round-the-clock skilled nursing care and significant assistance with the activities of daily life. Nursing homes have nursing staff on duty 24 hours a day to help individuals meet their daily physical, social and psychological needs. A licensed physician supervises each resident’s care and therapy, including speech, occupational, and physical therapy are available to provide rehabilitation services. Samaritan Summit Village also offers Assisted Living with six neighborhoods and apartments that are comfortable, functional, and safe. This facility is for those who need a little extra help while continuing an independent lifestyle.

February 24, 2025February 24, 2025

December 2024 DAISY®, and BEE Award Recipients

Graphic for the December 2024 DAISY and BEE Award Winners, Taylor Kucharski, RN, and Karen Netto, Unit Clerk

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its DAISY, and BEE Award recipients for December 2024. The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses® recognizes exemplary nursing staff, and the BEE Award honors other outstanding staff members for being excellent every day, both at the hospital and outpatient clinics.

Taylor Kucharski, a Registered Nurse (RN) at Samaritan Medical Center’s 4 Pavillion unit received the DAISY Award. Karen Netto, a unit clerk at the medical center’s Intensive Care Unit received the BEE Award.

The nomination for Kucharski came from the family of a grateful patient who spoke highly of the way in which the nurse cared for their loved one. They expressed how respectful, kind, and compassionate she was each time they interacted.

For receiving the DAISY Award – which is an international award backed by The DAISY Foundation – Kucharski was presented with a certificate commending her as an extraordinary nurse, a DAISY Award pin, and a symbolic sculpture called “A Healer’s Touch,” which is hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe. A larger version of this sculpture has also been installed in the Healing Gardens at Samaritan Medical Center in honor of all DAISY and BEE Award winners to come. It was purchased using funds donated by the Samaritan Auxiliary.

Netto was nominated for the BEE Award by Rodney Dobson, a unit clerk at Samaritan’s Progressive Care Unit, saying:

“Her knowledge, helpful nature, and collaborative spirit are invaluable assets to our team, and she truly deserves to be celebrated for her outstanding contributions. Throughout our time working together, Karen has consistently demonstrated an impressive depth of knowledge and a genuine passion for sharing that knowledge with others.”

Netto was presented with a certificate, a BEE Award pin, and a gift bag with other tokens of gratitude.

These awards will continue to be presented throughout the year, and nominations can be submitted by patients, families, or colleagues at any time. To make a nomination or to learn more about the Samaritan DAISY, and BEE Awards, visit www.samaritanhealth.com/daisy-bee.

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Photo of December 2024 DAISY Award Winner, Taylor Kucharski, RN

Photo of December 2024 BEE Award Winner, Karen Netto, Unit Clerk

Pictured here, from left to right, are December 2024 awardees Taylor Kucharski, Registered Nurse, and Karen Netto, unit clerk.

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February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Samaritan Auxiliary’s 23rd Annual One Night, One Diamond

WATERTOWN, NY – Samaritan Auxiliary’s One Night, One Diamond will be held on Saturday, March 29, 2025, from 5:30-10:30 p.m. at The Peak (formerly The Commons) on Fort Drum again this year. The attendees will enjoy a dazzling evening of dinner, dancing and diamonds.

Tickets are $225 per couple or $115 per individual, which includes dinner by The Clipper Inn, dancing to the popular band ‘Atlas’, and an opportunity to win the one of two 1-carat or one 2-carat exquisite lab-grown diamonds donated by Cook’s Jewelers, or a get-away package to Lake Placid’s Mirror Lake Inn Resort & Spa or Clayton’s 1000 Islands Harbor Hotel.

The funds raised from this year’s event will support the purchase of Cardiopulmonary Stress Testing Equipment for Samaritan Medical Center. This equipment gives the ability for cardiologists and pulmonologists to view precise assessments of heart health, lung function, and muscle strength during exercise. Not only will this equipment help patients with various respiratory symptoms and those who may need lung surgery, it will also allow for early detection of hidden health concerns before symptoms arise and can help create tailored fitness, rehabilitation, and performance plans for peak wellness. It will also be integral to the expansion of Samaritan’s Cardiology services.

This year’s Blue Diamond Sponsor is Apogee Physician. Pink Diamond Sponsors include AmeriCU Credit Union, Bob Johnson Auto Group, KeyBank and Purcell Construction. Media Sponsors are the Watertown Daily Times, 7News, Tunes 92.5 and Kara Dry Photography. Other top sponsors include Coca-Cola Company, Hancock Estabrook, King + King Architects, The Martin Group, Nickles Property Service, and Slack Chemical Company.

Among last year’s Auxiliary highlights, the 2024 One Night, One Diamond raised over $100,000 and allowed for the purchase of the UroNav Fusion Biopsy System for the Samaritan Urology Clinic.

The Auxiliary operates the gift shops at Samaritan Medical Center and Samaritan Summit Village, as well as Sips Coffee Shop at the Medical Center, along with the Auxiliary uniform and purse sales for the staff, and membership dues which provide funding for support of programs, services, and the pledge commitment to support Samaritan Health. The Auxiliary had committed $500,000 as its most recent pledge commitment to the Capital Campaign for the Walker Center for Cancer Care and annually provides two $1500 scholarships to Samaritan employees to further their education. Additionally, the Auxiliary has continued the WHALE (We Have a Little Emergency) child safety seat ID program and That’s Using Your Head, a helmet ID safety program, in conjunction with our Kinney Drugs Foundation partner.

For tickets or more information please visit the website www.samaritanhealth.com/onod or with questions contact [email protected] or (315) 408-6475. RSVPs with the names of attendees and date of birth, for entrance onto Fort Drum, must be received by March 14, 2025.

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About Samaritan Auxiliary: The Samaritan Auxiliary was established in 1896 to serve as ambassadors and volunteers to support and enhance healthcare programs at the House of the Good Samaritan. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the Samaritan Auxiliary is composed entirely of volunteers and play a vital role today in improving the quality of care in the Samaritan system through volunteer activities and financial support. Since 2006 when the event began raising funds for equipment, Samaritan Auxiliary’s One Night, One Diamond proceeds have purchased nearly a million dollars in equipment for Samaritan Medical Center.

February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

Samaritan Medical Center Receives Provisional Level III Trauma Center Designation

Watertown, NY– Samaritan Medical Center is proud to announce that it received Provisional Level III Adult Trauma Center designation by the New York State Department of Health in 2024. The designation reflects the hospital’s efforts to show preparedness and capability to offer critical advanced care for patients presenting to Samaritan Medical Center’s Emergency Department with traumatic injuries. In 2024, Samaritan’s Emergency Department served over 30,000 patients, with more than 600 receiving treatment for traumatic injuries, underscoring the need for the hospital to become a designated trauma center.

Level III Trauma Centers play a vital role in communities that may not have timely access to higher-level facilities, such as Level I or II trauma centers. These centers provide definitive care for patients with mild to moderate injuries, ensuring that individuals can receive critical treatment closer to home. In addition to offering essential care, Level III centers are equipped with systems to promptly evaluate, manage, and transfer patients with more severe injuries to Level I and II facilities when necessary. Upstate University Hospital in Syracuse is the Central New York region’s only Level I Trauma Center for adults and pediatrics.

“We are honored to receive the Provisional Level III Trauma Center designation from the New York State Department of Health,” said Thomas H. Carman, President and CEO at Samaritan Medical Center. “This designation is an important step in highlighting our trauma care capabilities, and we are eager to complete the verification process with the American College of Surgeons (ACS) to solidify our position as a comprehensive trauma care provider.”

As the largest hospital and the only trauma center in Jefferson and Lewis County, Samaritan Medical Center is committed to providing immediate care for trauma patients and improving outcomes for patients in our community.

Daniel Bryden, DO is the Trauma Medical Director for Samaritan Medical Center. “The provisional designation is an essential first step in our long-term goal of becoming an ACS Verified Level III Trauma Center,” said Dr. Bryden. “In the meantime, the hospital will continue to build upon its trauma care services, ensuring that patients receive the best care in their time of need.”

Upon the successful completion of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) rigorous two-year verification process, Samaritan Medical Center will be recognized as an ACS Verified Level III Adult Trauma Center.

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February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

December 2024 OWL Award Recipients

Graphic of December 2024 OWL Award Winners Jennifer Favry and Madison Spicer

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is pleased to announce its outstanding workers in long term care (OWL) Award recipients for December 2024.

Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) Jennifer Favry at Samaritan Summit Village and Madison Spicer at Samaritan Keep Home won the OWL Award for their respective facilities.

Favry was nominated for the OWL Award by a resident who expressed the deepest appreciation for Favry’s smile and compassionate care, as well as dedication to helping the residents.

Spicer was nominated for the OWL Award by a fellow caregiver who said:

“Madison goes above and beyond when it comes to the residents at the Keep Home. She is always picking up extra shifts to help. The residents and their families absolutely love her. Madison is a true inspiration to this facility and is going to continue her nursing career with the Licensed Practical Nurse program.”

Favry and Spicer were presented with certificates and tokens of appreciation during recognition ceremonies at their respective facilities.

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Photo of Jen Favry, CNA, SSV OWL Winner Dec 2024

Photo of Madison Spicer December OWL Award SKH

Pictured here, from left to right, are December 2024 OWL awardees Jennifer Favry, CNA, and Madison Spicer, CNA.

About Samaritan’s Long Term Care Services

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