Syracuse, NY – VNA Homecare’s inaugural Employee Recognition and Holiday Celebration was a huge success, with more than 260 employees, family members and community leaders in attendance.
Held at the Sheraton Syracuse University Hotel on Friday, January 16, the event included a cocktail hour, formal dinner, dancing and gift basket raffles. The highlight of the evening, however, were the employee recognition awards presented to employees who have made significant contributions to VNA Homecare throughout the course of the year.
The 2014 honorees were:
Mental Health Aide Specialist of the Year
Rosemarie Dristle, Home Health Aide
Dristle has a remarkable work ethic and has shown tremendous dedication and reliability. She goes above and beyond to provide consistent, compassionate care and handles even the most challenging situations with patience and professionalism. She has worked for Home Aides of Central New York, a division of VNA Homecare, for six years.
Hospice Aide Specialist of the Year
The Late Teesha Hills, Home Health Aide
Hills, who passed away in October, 2014, was a caring and kindhearted individual who was passionate about providing comforting care to her clients so they could be at peace when they reached the end of their journey. No matter what was going on in her life, she always managed to see the bright side of any situation. She worked for Home Aides of Central New York, a division of VNA Homecare, for 11 years.
Alzheimer’s/Dementia Aide of the Year
Deborah Chesbro, Home Health Aide
As one of the Alzheimer’s Association, CNY Chapter’s preferred providers, Chesbro is regularly assigned to work at the Kirkpatrick Day Program, where her supervisors, coworkers and clients can’t say enough about her infectious personality and hard work. In addition to her incredible patience, Chesbro also maintains a kind, sweet demeanor. She has worked for Home Aides of Central New York, a division of VNA Homecare, for five years
Aide of the Year
Patsy Crain, Home Health Aide
Crain has worked for Home Aides of Central New York, a division of VNA Homecare, for nine years, and has spent more than 28,000 hours caring for her patients. She was named the 2014 Aide of the Year in recognition of her exemplary work ethic, compassionate nature and overall dedication to her patients and the system.
Outstanding Customer Service
Randi Klossner, Scheduling Team Leader
Klossner maintains excellent relations with all individuals who interact within the organizational environment. She has a charismatic personality that compliments her exemplary work ethic and holds outstanding knowledge in her position. She has worked for VNA Homecare for four years.
Craig Stevens, Driver
In his short time with the organization, Stevens has proven to be a reliable and hardworking employee. He steps up to plate and willingly volunteers when no one else is available for the job. Stevens is truly dedicated to providing excellent customer service and treats everyone with respect and kindness. He has worked for VNA Homecare Options, LLC, a division of VNA Homecare, for seven months.
Office Employee of the Year
Sead Hozdic, Systems Technician
Hozdic exemplifies the “can do” attitude. He remains calm, cool and collected, no matter how stressful the situation may be, and he willingly takes on any task or responsibility sent his way. Hozdic is committed to continual learning and strives to meet the changing requirements of his position. He has worked for VNA Homecare for three years.
Rookie of the Year
Ken Stack, PT, MS, MSF, CSCS, Physical Therapist
Stack joined VNA Homecare just three short months ago and is already well on his way to setting a reputation of compassion, dedication and eagerness to serve his patients. He has demonstrated the initiative, creativity and ability to make a significant contribution to the system in a short time, and his future contributions are sure to be promising.
Nurse of the Year
Michele Hettler, RN, BSN, Case Manager
Hettler is a dedicated and talented nurse who has worked in home health care for almost 23 years. In her 11 years with VNA Homecare, she has always gone above and beyond, demonstrating care innovation, transformation and collaboration that support an exceptional patient experience. Hettler is a strong advocate for her patients, and it’s clear that she is truly passionate about the work she does.
Clinician of the Year
Patrick Remenicky, PT, CWS, Certified Wound Specialist
Remenicky is constantly working to build positive relationships with his patients, their families, and all of his co-workers. He delivers excellent customer service and is always willing to adjust his workload in order to better meet agency and patient needs. He has worked for the Visiting Nurse of Association of Central New York, a division of VNA Homecare, for 12 years.
Awards were also presented to employees who have achieved employment milestones with the system (e.g., 5, 10, 15 or 20 years of service).
“I extend my sincere gratitude to these outstanding employees for their service, dedication and commitment to VNA Homecare,” said Kate Rolf, president and chief executive officer. “Through their hard work and years of dedicated service, our system continues to grow and provide our patients with the highest quality care. I am honored to recognize each and every one of them for their excellence and exceptional performance.”
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