Franciscan Health Nurses and Staff Recognized with Annual Awards

Franciscan Health nurses and staff members working at hospitals in Lake County were honored with their hospitals’ annual awards during national Nurses Week in May, according to a release.

Franciscan Health Crown Point Center of Hope Coordinator Michelle Resendez received the peer-nominated Nightingale Award and Patient Care Technician Brikalaya Craig received the Lantern Award.

Franciscan Health Dyer ICU nurse Karli Chocholek won in the staff/clinical nurse category; infection prevention nurse Marnie Wright won in the support/resource category; post-anesthesia care unit (PACU) nurse Eddy Piaseczny won in the ambulatory/outpatient category and pre-admission testing/same-day surgery/PACU nurse Lori Hatalla won in the nurse leader category, the release said.

At Franciscan Health Munster, special response nurse Alyson Cooper won in the support/resource category; emergency department travel nurse Nichole Misiak won in the ambulatory/outpatient category; 3 North unit nurse Geb Bugia won in the staff/clinical nurse category and 3 North unit nurse Kathy Garcia won in the nurse leader category, the release said.

This recognition highlights the dedication and excellence of the nurses and staff at Franciscan Health, showcasing their commitment to providing exceptional care to their patients. The awards serve as a testament to their hard work and compassion in the healthcare field.