Nurses Making a Difference Award

Nurses Making a Difference Award Winner
Mari Dailey, RN, 2025 Nurses Making a Difference Award recipient

Winner Selected

The Enloe Health Nurses Making a Difference Award is a lifetime achievement presented annually to an Enloe Health nurse whose body of work — both in and out of the profession — has made a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

To receive this award, caregivers must have been with Enloe for at least five years and demonstrate exceptional care practices, teamwork, and clinical expertise.

Attend the Celebration

The 2026 nomination period has closed and a winner has been selected. The recipient will be announced on May 6 at Enloe Health Park.

Can’t attend in person? Watch the event on Teams. Use this information:

  • Meeting ID: 222 107 018 654 72
  • Passcode: t7Zd2mQ2

Nurses Are at the Heart of What We Do

Enloe is fortunate to have a talented and dedicated nursing staff. These caregivers make a difference across the organization. We value honoring those who give so much to our patients and our community.

Criteria for Selection

To receive a Nurses Making a Difference Award, a caregiver must have been with Enloe for a minimum of five years as a nurse and demonstrate:

  1. Exceptional compassion, demonstrating genuine care, empathy, and understanding toward patients and their families
  2. Person-centered care, actively involving patients and families in decisions regarding their treatment plan
  3. Effective communication, clearly explaining medical information and addressing patient concerns in a respectful manner
  4. Going above and beyond, performing actions that are not part of routine duties to enhance patient comfort and well-being
  5. A positive attitude and professionalism, maintaining a positive demeanor and exhibiting professional conduct in all interactions
  6. Teamwork, collaborating effectively with other providers to ensure optimal patient care
  7. Clinical expertise, applying knowledge and skills to provide high-quality nursing care

Please note that directors and managers are not eligible.