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May 1, 2008
Rush-Copley Recognized in 2008 Best Nursing Team Awards
Aurora, IL – The med/surg/telemetry team at Rush-Copley Medical Center, has been recognized by ADVANCE for Nurses magazine as a runner-up in the magazine’s 2008 “Best Nursing Team Contest” for the greater Chicago and metro areas of Wisconsin and Indiana.
“Rush-Copley’s med/surg/telemetry team is honored to receive this award,” said Shawn O’Connor Tyrrell, R.N., MSN, Vice President, Nursing Services and Chief Nursing Officer for Rush-Copley. “This recognition validates Rush-Copley’s commitment to providing outstanding patient care and acknowledges the teamwork that goes into serving our patients.”
In celebration of National Nurses Week, May 6-12, ADVANCE honors nurses in the spirit of teamwork, initiative and adaptability.
“Nurses work hard for their patients, their facility and their coworkers. By celebrating the nursing teams who read our magazines, we aim to do our part in honoring the everyday heroes who keep our nation healthy and safe,” said Linda Jones, editorial director of ADVANCE for Nurses. “We stand behind our mission to recognize their diligence and commitment to providing the best possible care.”
Dozens of nursing teams from across the region submitted entry forms. A panel of three judges evaluated the entries by awarding scores in categories such as initiative, adaptability, teamwork, recruitment/retention and knowledge.
Rush-Copley Medical Center
Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL, is a 183-bed hospital providing health and wellness services to the greater Fox Valley community. Nearly 500 physicians and over 1500 clinical and professional staff members provide advanced medicine and extraordinary care to patients. Rush-Copley is a member of the Rush-System for Health.