June 2025 OWL Award Recipients

Published on: October 2, 2025

Watertown, NY – Samaritan Medical Center is proud to recognize two exceptional team members as the June 2025 recipients of its Outstanding Workers in Long Term Care (OWL) Award. These valued team members were so busy providing quality care that their award presentations were delayed a bit.

At Samaritan Summit Village, Dietary Supervisor Clay Wilcox was recognized for his hard work and dedication. Staff members acknowledged his positive attitude and continued care for residents and fellow Samaritan Caregivers.

At Samaritan Keep Home, Randi Jo Young, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), was honored for her outstanding service. Justyne Mynch of Samaritan’s Nursing Assistant Training Program (NATP) stated, “She consistently goes above and beyond because she cares. She doesn’t hesitate to stop what she is doing to help staff or residents. Randi Jo is such an asset to the unit helpers, making sure she is always available to them. She is a key part of what makes our team stronger.”

Both honorees received certificates and tokens of appreciation during special recognition ceremonies held at their respective facilities.

The OWL Award celebrates the everyday heroes who go the extra mile to provide excellent care and support in Samaritan’s long term care communities. Nominations are accepted year-round from patients, residents, families, and colleagues.

To learn more about the OWL Award—and the DAISY and BEE Awards that also recognize extraordinary caregiving across the Samaritan system—visit www.samaritanhealth.com/daisy-bee.

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Pictured here, from left to right, are June 2025 OWL awardees Clay Wilcox and Randi Jo Young.  

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.